From everyone at TF American Racing, Happy New Year. Hellio 2011.
I have had a wonderful year driving Old Glory at Waterford Hills with all the wonderful people. (Merritt, Bob, Billy Bob, Jim, Randy, Vern, Dorothy, Al, Chris, Lyn, Rich, JB, Brian, Jeff, Kristen, Liz, Ralph, Bruce, Vaughan, Kris, Charlie, Jim, Joel, John, Lee, David, Laura, Doug, Becky, Brenda, Bruce, Mary, Andy and everyone else I missed)
I can not thank my crew, friends and family for their support and late hours
(Dad, Mom, Alan, Cathy, Kelly, Jason, Andrea, Scott, Bryan, Michelle, Kenny, Jason, Billy Bob, Tim, Dave)
And of course, the best thing that has EVER happened to me...my lovely fiancee Jenna.
Cheers to 2011 and another great and joyful year. God Bless.
Friday, December 31, 2010
Saturday, December 25, 2010
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas from TF American Racing. I hope your time is filled with family, friends and memories, new and old. God Bless
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Race schedule for next year
TF American Racing driver Tom is looking for rental opportunities for the 2011 race season. Feel free to contact him at anytime.
The Waterford Hills Road Racing schedule has been released. Here are the dates.
Race 1: May 7-8
Race 2: June 4-5
Race 3: June 25-26
Race 4: July 16-17
Race 5: August 27-28
Race 6: October 1-2
Vintage Race: August 12-14
Tom is happy to see the Vintage race is back. Should be a great weekend.
The Waterford Hills Road Racing schedule has been released. Here are the dates.
Race 1: May 7-8
Race 2: June 4-5
Race 3: June 25-26
Race 4: July 16-17
Race 5: August 27-28
Race 6: October 1-2
Vintage Race: August 12-14
Tom is happy to see the Vintage race is back. Should be a great weekend.
Friday, December 10, 2010
What is the world coming to?
Four cylinder engines in Formula One. WOW!
What's next? NASCAR to six cylinder engines?
http://en.espnf1.com/f1/motorsport/story/36209.html
What's next? NASCAR to six cylinder engines?
http://en.espnf1.com/f1/motorsport/story/36209.html
Friday, December 3, 2010
Snow, driving the tow van, working on Old Glory and just smiling
Hello December,
It was nice of God to let winter in easy on us this year (minus Buffalo, NY of course). Nice to see snow coming down to start December and not dumping on us. The Holiday season is the time of year that is TF American Racing's second favorite next to, of course, racing season. There is nothing like a warm fireplace, friends and families, and where we are just happy to be us for a while.
Looking back at this year, I still just shake my head and smile. Had the time of my life. I finished 2nd in ITB points at Waterford Hills, with two vastly different cars, finished 20th in overall points, and went to a new track (Mid-Ohio) and finish 5th out of 12 cars in ITB! I can not wait to go back there. True I wrecked Old Glory, but that is life, somethings you want to hit the brakes of life and nothing happens, same is true for Old Glory I guess...LOL. Or is it sometimes you are the bug other times you are the windshield?
It seems forever since I was on the track. Usually around March, I kind of get this bottled up energy and butterflies in the stomach thinking about racing. This year it has hit early. Where is the car, I want to go racin'?!
Tom has not worked on Old Glory very much since "The wreck heard 'round Waterford Hills 2010" (maybe the name is a little over the top?) other then changing some tires and pulling the mangled fenders and front bumper off. Tom will eventually start pulling some parts off. Trim, doors, destroyed windshield, etc... Tom has been busy with, house remodeling, wedding planning and that little thing called work that keeps the bills paid (But it gets such in the way of life). Tom also has been volunteering his time on Wednesday nights, being the official "Cook to feed hungry high schoolers for youth group at St. Daniel's". Most times prior to Waterford Hill meetings. All that keeps me busy and out of trouble.
In other news, prior to Tom and Jenna's trip up to Petoskey (where Tom proposed), the official "daily driver"/"transport to get the parts from the part store you broke on the racecar" of TF American Racing, a 2005 Saturn L300, had a $8 part break, resulting in $900 in damage. Ouch! The Saturn is still under repair. The Official neighbor/friend/local mechanic of TF American Racing, Tim, has it in his garage and has the valves replace. The tough part is trying to get the broken bolt out of the block. That bolt broke which held on the timing belt idler pulley, then resulting in a shredded timing belt (new only 6 weeks prior) and then smashing valves.
So the official "tow vehicle" of TF American Racing, a 2002 Chevy 2500 Cargo Van has been the transportation for Tom to get to and from work and around town. At a whopping 12 miles to the gallon, it has been no so fun on the check book. But I have learned more people get out of my way in a big cargo van then my car. Who knew?!
Until next time.
God Bless, be safe and keep it on the road
It was nice of God to let winter in easy on us this year (minus Buffalo, NY of course). Nice to see snow coming down to start December and not dumping on us. The Holiday season is the time of year that is TF American Racing's second favorite next to, of course, racing season. There is nothing like a warm fireplace, friends and families, and where we are just happy to be us for a while.
Looking back at this year, I still just shake my head and smile. Had the time of my life. I finished 2nd in ITB points at Waterford Hills, with two vastly different cars, finished 20th in overall points, and went to a new track (Mid-Ohio) and finish 5th out of 12 cars in ITB! I can not wait to go back there. True I wrecked Old Glory, but that is life, somethings you want to hit the brakes of life and nothing happens, same is true for Old Glory I guess...LOL. Or is it sometimes you are the bug other times you are the windshield?
It seems forever since I was on the track. Usually around March, I kind of get this bottled up energy and butterflies in the stomach thinking about racing. This year it has hit early. Where is the car, I want to go racin'?!
Tom has not worked on Old Glory very much since "The wreck heard 'round Waterford Hills 2010" (maybe the name is a little over the top?) other then changing some tires and pulling the mangled fenders and front bumper off. Tom will eventually start pulling some parts off. Trim, doors, destroyed windshield, etc... Tom has been busy with, house remodeling, wedding planning and that little thing called work that keeps the bills paid (But it gets such in the way of life). Tom also has been volunteering his time on Wednesday nights, being the official "Cook to feed hungry high schoolers for youth group at St. Daniel's". Most times prior to Waterford Hill meetings. All that keeps me busy and out of trouble.
In other news, prior to Tom and Jenna's trip up to Petoskey (where Tom proposed), the official "daily driver"/"transport to get the parts from the part store you broke on the racecar" of TF American Racing, a 2005 Saturn L300, had a $8 part break, resulting in $900 in damage. Ouch! The Saturn is still under repair. The Official neighbor/friend/local mechanic of TF American Racing, Tim, has it in his garage and has the valves replace. The tough part is trying to get the broken bolt out of the block. That bolt broke which held on the timing belt idler pulley, then resulting in a shredded timing belt (new only 6 weeks prior) and then smashing valves.
So the official "tow vehicle" of TF American Racing, a 2002 Chevy 2500 Cargo Van has been the transportation for Tom to get to and from work and around town. At a whopping 12 miles to the gallon, it has been no so fun on the check book. But I have learned more people get out of my way in a big cargo van then my car. Who knew?!
Until next time.
God Bless, be safe and keep it on the road
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving
From everyone at TF American Racing have a great Thanksgiving. We have a lot to be thankful for to participate in the wonderful sport of auto racing!
Enjoy!
And as always, be safe and keep it on the road. God Bless.
Enjoy!
And as always, be safe and keep it on the road. God Bless.
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Veterans Day
Thanks to all those who gave some and some that gave all.
Some of my heros I get to call family...
Grandpa Edward Forst
Grandpa Jim Fisk
The late Grandma Sophia Jankowski
Uncle Robert (Bob) Kuss
Cousin Kurt Ziobro Jr. currently serving in Afganistan
Thank you for serving my country...so proud to be an American.
Some of my heros I get to call family...
Grandpa Edward Forst
Grandpa Jim Fisk
The late Grandma Sophia Jankowski
Uncle Robert (Bob) Kuss
Cousin Kurt Ziobro Jr. currently serving in Afganistan
Thank you for serving my country...so proud to be an American.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
NASCAR quick hits
Some observations as the NASCAR season comes to a close.
- Kyle Busch will never win a Championship until he grows up.
- His brother was lucky to win in 2004
- Kasey Kane is the next Dale Jr.
- There will be short fields next year
- I hope Denny Halmin wins the Championship. Anybody but Johnson....and Gordon.
- I am a new Clint Bowyer fan, RCR is back...finally.
- The racing is good, the tv coverage is awful. Which is truely amazing because there was never a pre-race or post-race show 15 years ago.
- The Nationwide Series (I still want to call it Busch) is in trouble.
- I still follow it and know what is happening...but I don't watch every race like I use too. Maybe because I would rather be racing....LOL
Be safe and keep it on the road.
- Kyle Busch will never win a Championship until he grows up.
- His brother was lucky to win in 2004
- Kasey Kane is the next Dale Jr.
- There will be short fields next year
- I hope Denny Halmin wins the Championship. Anybody but Johnson....and Gordon.
- I am a new Clint Bowyer fan, RCR is back...finally.
- The racing is good, the tv coverage is awful. Which is truely amazing because there was never a pre-race or post-race show 15 years ago.
- The Nationwide Series (I still want to call it Busch) is in trouble.
- I still follow it and know what is happening...but I don't watch every race like I use too. Maybe because I would rather be racing....LOL
Be safe and keep it on the road.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
2010 Waterford Hills Award Winners
These are the non-championship awards given out each year at the Waterford Hills Banquet. TF American Racing decided to skip this year's banquet to save some cash for the injured racecar, a wedding, and a Saturn that decided to break bolts and smash valves. Ahhh...life.
Congrats to the winners
Lynn Bertin - Presidents Award
Lynn seems to always be the first to the track and at every event, a race or an open track day. The Leader of all the corner workers, she is one reason that Waterford Hills is a great place to be and keep us drivers safe. I do remember when she was racing herself, in a white SSB #11 Neon.
Eunice Lucas-Logan - Female Enthusiast
I had the pleasure of working with Eunice during the August Open Track Day at Waterford Hills. She knew her stuff and did it all with a smile. You can find her behind the wheel of her Miata...just not on the track.
The late Bill Gamalski - Male Enthusiast
Bill had enthusiasm like no other. He was a racer too. He passed away last December unexpectedly. He has been missed by many.
Liz Hammond - Rookie of the Year
Liz might just start kicking my butt on a regular basis next year in her SM/ITS Miata (Note as much as it pains me...Miatas go faster then Mustangs at Waterford Hills). Always a great qualifier and a smooth predictable racer. She always had the right attitude and had a smile on her face as well. Her crew (Dad and husband) kept the Miata in tip top shape and Liz will be pushing those leaders soon.
Vern Roberts - Sportsmen of the Year
I am not sure what I can say about Vern. Vern is a sportsman, a gentleman and a great asset to Waterford Hills. He had a health scare earlier this year, but he is a determined guy and was back racing in no time. It has been a pleasure to get to know Vern more and more this year working on the BoD and at racing events. He even made sure I felt welcome traveling to Mid-Ohio for the first time earlier this year. A place he really enjoys.
Dave Cordier - Gary Taylor Memorial Trophy
Note, I know that October was light on the posts but TF American Racing is committed to keeping you updated. During the off season check in about once a week. There is a lot to talk about, even in the off season.
God Bless, and keep it on the road.
Congrats to the winners
Lynn Bertin - Presidents Award
Lynn seems to always be the first to the track and at every event, a race or an open track day. The Leader of all the corner workers, she is one reason that Waterford Hills is a great place to be and keep us drivers safe. I do remember when she was racing herself, in a white SSB #11 Neon.
Eunice Lucas-Logan - Female Enthusiast
I had the pleasure of working with Eunice during the August Open Track Day at Waterford Hills. She knew her stuff and did it all with a smile. You can find her behind the wheel of her Miata...just not on the track.
The late Bill Gamalski - Male Enthusiast
Bill had enthusiasm like no other. He was a racer too. He passed away last December unexpectedly. He has been missed by many.
Liz Hammond - Rookie of the Year
Liz might just start kicking my butt on a regular basis next year in her SM/ITS Miata (Note as much as it pains me...Miatas go faster then Mustangs at Waterford Hills). Always a great qualifier and a smooth predictable racer. She always had the right attitude and had a smile on her face as well. Her crew (Dad and husband) kept the Miata in tip top shape and Liz will be pushing those leaders soon.
Vern Roberts - Sportsmen of the Year
I am not sure what I can say about Vern. Vern is a sportsman, a gentleman and a great asset to Waterford Hills. He had a health scare earlier this year, but he is a determined guy and was back racing in no time. It has been a pleasure to get to know Vern more and more this year working on the BoD and at racing events. He even made sure I felt welcome traveling to Mid-Ohio for the first time earlier this year. A place he really enjoys.
Dave Cordier - Gary Taylor Memorial Trophy
Note, I know that October was light on the posts but TF American Racing is committed to keeping you updated. During the off season check in about once a week. There is a lot to talk about, even in the off season.
God Bless, and keep it on the road.
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Happy Halloween
Happy Halloween from TF American Racing.
NEWS
Only item to report is on 10/23/2010 driver Tom Forst ask Jenilee Weaver for her hand in marriage. She said yes. The TF American Racing team is quite excitied and the planning has begun. Stay tuned for more information on the team and wedding plans.
NEWS
Only item to report is on 10/23/2010 driver Tom Forst ask Jenilee Weaver for her hand in marriage. She said yes. The TF American Racing team is quite excitied and the planning has begun. Stay tuned for more information on the team and wedding plans.
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