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George Fitzpatrick 09-25-2018 07:02 AM
Tanner Gray, not stock/super stock news,
 
Not stock/super stock news, but noteworthy for our sport.

https://autoweek.com/article/nascar/...nsition-nascar

Bob Don 09-25-2018 08:06 AM
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With his attitude, he'll get wrecked as much as Danica. Don't let the door hit you in the *** on your way out.

jmcarter 09-25-2018 08:17 AM
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Recognizing many will say “so what” indeed this is noteworthy and speaks to how NHRA has mismanaged a class that many of us held as being the zenith of drag racing. KB and Elite attempts to field extra teams aside, they can all see the handwriting on the wall. Elite’s entry into Pro Mod and the growth of that class (along with Mountain Motor PS “exhibition”) are just further examples of the coming direction. While the Gray family could care less about sponsorship exposure others have felt the pinch of being unable to get any TV exposure while FOX produces and airs a dedicated Pro Mod show. There’s no doubt that Tanner is a talented racer and if nothing else NASCAR will test his skills and if successful deliver what the big egos desire. Will be interesting to see how this plays out, particularly for guys like Jason Line, my current PS favorite.

Bob, one distinction between Tanner and Danica, the kid at least has some talent.

BG56 09-25-2018 08:36 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jmcarter (Post 573573)
Recognizing many will say “so what” indeed this is noteworthy and speaks to how NHRA has mismanaged a class that many of us held as being the zenith of drag racing. KB and Elite attempts to field extra teams aside, they can all see the handwriting on the wall. Elite’s entry into Pro Mod and the growth of that class (along with Mountain Motor PS “exhibition”) are just further examples of the coming direction. While the Gray family could care less about sponsorship exposure others have felt the pinch of being unable to get any TV exposure while FOX produces and airs a dedicated Pro Mod show. There’s no doubt that Tanner is a talented racer and if nothing else NASCAR will test his skills and if successful deliver what the big egos desire. Will be interesting to see how this plays out, particularly for guys like Jason Line, my current PS favorite.

Bob, one distinction between Tanner and Danica, the kid at least has some talent.
I'm sorry sir, I have to reply to your last line. I spent some time around FF2000, Star Mazda, Indy Lights teams and know Danica has plenty of talent (and smarts). Everyone I'm sure, agrees with that. I will not get in to a M/F discussion BUT I think any fan that knows anything realizes she was resented when she showed up and throughout her stint in Nascar got very little help/cooperation (drafting and close-knit racing) with many of the "front-runners". She'll be fine -successful businesses and maybe future Mrs. Rodgers(?)!

Mike Pearson 09-25-2018 08:41 AM
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Not good news for the pro stock class. The Grays have certainly become a force in that class and are at the top of the class right now with performance and driving. No one can deny that the kid is the best driver in the class right now. They make plenty of power as well. Nascar is a whole bunch different than Pro Stock. Much more of a team effort. Hopefully he can be equally successful over there. The truck class is mostly young men like Tanner so he should fit in real good over there. One of my good friends that I grew up with son raced the truck series for about half of the season this year. Robbie Lyons. He actually ran pretty good at a few races but could not get enough sponsor money to continue.

jmcarter 09-25-2018 08:53 AM
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BG, don’t want to completely hijack the thread but my son and I have driven plenty of road courses and there are literally thousands of very talented drivers competing in SCCA and other venues around the country. Very few are talented enough to succeed in NASCAR, my comment was concerning the talent level necessary to compete at that level. Wish NASCAR had a Erica equivalent or someone on the horizon; I would be their biggest fan.

Bobby DiDomenico 09-25-2018 08:55 AM
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Folks complain about his attitude. I'm sure everyone has done something that now we wished had been different. Watched a truck race some weeks back and a guy crashed his teammate on the last corner for the win and then jumped up and down at the end like he did something spectacular. Tanner can do no worse than some of the drivers they have now. I agree this is bad PR for the class which lately seems to have teams helping cars for filling out the fields. Imagine the past champion leaving drag racing! (Any conspiracy folks out there?:-)

nickh 09-25-2018 09:19 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Don (Post 573571)
With his attitude, he'll get wrecked as much as Danica. Don't let the door hit you in the *** on your way out.
X2 Bob

troublemaker427 09-25-2018 09:37 AM
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He will fit right in with Kyle Busch....

paul riddle 09-25-2018 10:01 AM
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in my opinion Steve Torrence is far worse than Than Tanner Grey has been with the comments last year. and some of his comments so far this year

4406mopar 09-25-2018 11:04 AM
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He is already good at turning left and cutting out other cars. He will fit right in. LOL

FireSale 09-25-2018 11:56 AM
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Sandwich him between Blaney and Larson. Larson on the high side and Blaney below. Sounds like fun. Too bad Tony Stewart retired. That's a driver with some wisdom to share with TG17.


Unless he gets some preferential treatment, he will have to make it through the Camping World Trucks and Xfinity series seasons before he gets a shot at the Cup cars. With his fast track success in NHRA, I don't know if he has the patience to survive the round-round world.

FireSale 09-25-2018 12:10 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bobby DiDomenico (Post 573582)
Folks complain about his attitude. I'm sure everyone has done something that now we wished had been different. Watched a truck race some weeks back and a guy crashed his teammate on the last corner for the win and then jumped up and down at the end like he did something spectacular. Tanner can do no worse than some of the drivers they have now. I agree this is bad PR for the class which lately seems to have teams helping cars for filling out the fields. Imagine the past champion leaving drag racing! (Any conspiracy folks out there?:-)

John Hunter Nemechek and Cole Custer...


https://twitter.com/twitter/statuses/772541156236210176

novassdude 09-25-2018 12:35 PM
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If all Nascar races were like that I would actually watch it.

Just remember Tanner was racing in circles long before he came to NHRA.

Quote:
Originally Posted by FireSale (Post 573607)
John Hunter Nemechek and Cole Custer...


https://twitter.com/twitter/statuses/772541156236210176

Mike Jones 09-25-2018 06:31 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mike Pearson (Post 573578)
Not good news for the pro stock class. The Grays have certainly become a force in that class and are at the top of the class right now with performance and driving. No one can deny that the kid is the best driver in the class right now. They make plenty of power as well. Nascar is a whole bunch different than Pro Stock. Much more of a team effort. Hopefully he can be equally successful over there. The truck class is mostly young men like Tanner so he should fit in real good over there. One of my good friends that I grew up with son raced the truck series for about half of the season this year. Robbie Lyons. He actually ran pretty good at a few races but could not get enough sponsor money to continue.
The story in print is about TG, but I have to believe Gray Motorsports is making a business decision. The rest of the qualifiers, happy to see him go, might be making new plans of their own.
Mike A114

Future Super Stocker 09-26-2018 07:38 AM
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Tanner , is a spoiled little BRAT. He needs some Humble pie to eat. He is not mature enough to fight off the press and humble himself. Can he drive, yes. So what. What good is it without sportsmanship!?. Next on the list is Steve Torrence. Terrible sportsman!!!!! He gives the worst interviews I have ever seen. He thinks everyone else is a joke the way he talks. Just an opinion. NHRA has wrecked pro stock. You all know it's about the money and who has the most of it. Bring back the carburetors. Maybe theY should put (AUTOMATICS IN THEM TOO). :rolleyes:

SS/1230 09-26-2018 11:04 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bob Don (Post 573571)
With his attitude, he'll get wrecked as much as Danica. Don't let the door hit you in the *** on your way out.
Well said... he's not a likable kid that's for sure. There isn't a humble bone in his entire body. I guess that's what happens when you come from billionaire grandparents. He is in need of an attitude adjustment.

troublemaker427 09-26-2018 11:49 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SS/1230 (Post 573692)
Well said... he's not a likable kid that's for sure. There isn't a humble bone in his entire body. I guess that's what happens when you come from billionaire grandparents. He is in need of an attitude adjustment.
I agree! At Indy every single pro driver waived to the fans as they were towed up the return road, not this kid. He sat in the passenger seat of the golf cart, head down looking at his phone and completely oblivious to the fans. As I said before he will fit right in with Kyle Busch over there.

John Kissel 09-26-2018 12:49 PM
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I loved nascar for decades, now it is a choice of watch it or take a nap.There are several short fuse loose cannons already, and I just hope he doesn't hurt someone.John Kissel K242

X-TECH MAN 09-26-2018 02:35 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SS/1230 (Post 573692)
Well said... he's not a likable kid that's for sure. There isn't a humble bone in his entire body. I guess that's what happens when you come from billionaire grandparents. He is in need of an attitude adjustment.
Good Post ! He could NEVER fill Bob Gliddens, Grumpy Jenkins, Dick Landy's, or Ronnie Sox's shoes !

Billy Pires 09-26-2018 03:11 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by troublemaker427 (Post 573588)
He will fit right in with Kyle Busch....
So you're saying he's going to be one of the best? Hall of famer? Win at EVERY possible track there is on the circuit?? (except for the ROVAL.. for now... we'll see on Sunday). Sweep Bristol in all three top NASCAR series? Sweep tracks for the year like Richmond while starting from LAST? Lots of haters in this thread. I'll be rooting for him to do well. As KB18 would say "haters are motivaters".

SS/1230 09-26-2018 03:53 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Billy Pires (Post 573707)
So you're saying he's going to be one of the best? Hall of famer? Win at EVERY possible track there is on the circuit?? (except for the ROVAL.. for now... we'll see on Sunday). Sweep Bristol in all three top NASCAR series? Sweep tracks for the year like Richmond while starting from LAST? Lots of haters in this thread. I'll be rooting for him to do well. As KB18 would say "haters are motivaters".
I don't think people are hating on him...But I think every person in this thread are just questioning his character, and stating facts based on how he caries himself. Lets see, hes had riffs with Erica Enders, Alex Laughlin, and Vincent Nobile. Doesn't make too many friends even in his own class. just sayin'. Lets see how many friends he'll make in NASCAR series.

Billy Pires 09-26-2018 04:25 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SS/1230 (Post 573710)
I don't think people are hating on him...But I think every person in this thread are just questioning his character, and stating facts based on how he caries himself. Lets see, hes had riffs with Erica Enders, Alex Laughlin, and Vincent Nobile. Doesn't make too many friends even in his own class. just sayin'. Lets see how many friends he'll make in NASCAR series.
Didn't NHRA send out a letter to the pros earlier this year encouraging stuff like what happened between him and Erica? I don't even know about the deal with Laughlin and Nobile to be honest. Wouldn't doubt if it's staged. On the other hand, maybe he is a dick. Maybe he's a spoiled rich kid like someone else said. In that case, he'll fit right in with Chase Elliott.

SS/1230 09-26-2018 04:36 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Billy Pires (Post 573712)
Didn't NHRA send out a letter to the pros earlier this year encouraging stuff like what happened between him and Erica? I don't even know about the deal with Laughlin and Nobile to be honest. Wouldn't doubt if it's staged. On the other hand, maybe he is a dick. Maybe he's a spoiled rich kid like someone else said. In that case, he'll fit right in with Chase Elliott.
I mean I wouldn’t doubt it if some of this stuff was staged. Let’s just chalk it up to he’s a spoiled little rich kid.

Racing aside, I’m praying for a Yankees/Red Sox ALDS... what you think Billy? Couple of power houses, will come down to who pitches better. Go Yankees... lol

davidhuff 09-26-2018 04:38 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SS/1230 (Post 573710)
I don't think people are hating on him...But I think every person in this thread are just questioning his character, and stating facts based on how he caries himself. Lets see, hes had riffs with Erica Enders, Alex Laughlin, and Vincent Nobile. Doesn't make too many friends even in his own class. just sayin'. Lets see how many friends he'll make in NASCAR series.
Sounds just like John Force,LOL

Mike Gray 09-26-2018 04:56 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SS/1230 (Post 573692)
I guess that's what happens when you come from billionaire grandparents. He is in need of an attitude adjustment.


I must be on the wrong side of the family tree, could use a few cast off dollars to finish my stocker

Billy Pires 09-26-2018 05:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SS/1230 (Post 573714)
I mean I wouldn’t doubt it if some of this stuff was staged. Let’s just chalk it up to he’s a spoiled little rich kid.

Racing aside, I’m praying for a Yankees/Red Sox ALDS... what you think Billy? Couple of power houses, will come down to who pitches better. Go Yankees... lol
Red Sox are weak on relievers! I'm not optimistic they can beat the Yankee's.It's a pretty even match-up. We'll see!

troublemaker427 09-26-2018 06:42 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Billy Pires (Post 573707)
So you're saying he's going to be one of the best? Hall of famer? Win at EVERY possible track there is on the circuit?? (except for the ROVAL.. for now... we'll see on Sunday). Sweep Bristol in all three top NASCAR series? Sweep tracks for the year like Richmond while starting from LAST? Lots of haters in this thread. I'll be rooting for him to do well. As KB18 would say "haters are motivaters".
No I'm saying he also will be a jerk and disliked by the majority of fans. I'm sure you are able to figure out what I meant.

BG56 09-26-2018 07:08 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Billy Pires (Post 573707)
So you're saying he's going to be one of the best? Hall of famer? Win at EVERY possible track there is on the circuit?? (except for the ROVAL.. for now... we'll see on Sunday). Sweep Bristol in all three top NASCAR series? Sweep tracks for the year like Richmond while starting from LAST? Lots of haters in this thread. I'll be rooting for him to do well. As KB18 would say "haters are motivaters".
As to Kyle Busch, the kid does have talent and can "drive the wheels off it". We flew to the Richmond race last weekend (beautiful track, facilities, surroundings) and during the driver intros of course he was booed roundly. So I'm thinking to myself-you can boo all you want, but look out for him later on at the finish. Sure enough he came through the field (after starting in the back), raced 2-Keselowski clean for many laps and drove it to the win. Boos after the race too, but he doesn't care. To the bank $$$!!

SS/1230 09-26-2018 08:54 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Billy Pires (Post 573718)
Red Sox are weak on relievers! I'm not optimistic they can beat the Yankee's.It's a pretty even match-up. We'll see!
Very true. We have a strong bullpen.. but Sox have a relentless offense..It will
Be a great match up. Yankees have to get through the wild card game first lol.

Ed Carpenter 09-26-2018 10:23 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SS/1230 (Post 573710)
I don't think people are hating on him...But I think every person in this thread are just questioning his character, and stating facts based on how he caries himself. Lets see, hes had riffs with Erica Enders, Alex Laughlin, and Vincent Nobile. Doesn't make too many friends even in his own class. just sayin'. Lets see how many friends he'll make in NASCAR series.

Warren Johnson quote “I’m not out here to make friends”

340Cuda 09-27-2018 10:13 AM
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I wonder if there is any chance the Grays will continue in Pro Stock with Dave Connelly driving?

Losing both Tanner and Drew Skillman next year is going to hurt.

SS/1230 09-27-2018 11:21 AM
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Yea maybe... but you can be a winner and still have some class. I think there is a difference between being a competitive racer and being a jerk off. Warren Johnson was a respected pro stock racer, I can't say that for Tanner.

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4406mopar 09-27-2018 12:01 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 340Cuda (Post 573768)
I wonder if there is any chance the Grays will continue in Pro Stock with Dave Connelly driving?

Losing both Tanner and Drew Skillman next year is going to hurt.
I was thinking this also. The tanner is gong to drive for an existing roundy round team. Maybe Shane Gray wants to drive full time again in possibly the best car out there.

Bobby DiDomenico 09-27-2018 12:03 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BG56 (Post 573730)
As to Kyle Busch, the kid does have talent and can "drive the wheels off it". We flew to the Richmond race last weekend (beautiful track, facilities, surroundings) and during the driver intros of course he was booed roundly. So I'm thinking to myself-you can boo all you want, but look out for him later on at the finish. Sure enough he came through the field (after starting in the back), raced 2-Keselowski clean for many laps and drove it to the win. Boos after the race too, but he doesn't care. To the bank $$$!!
In keeping with the subject change, the Toyota decaled teams seem faster when they need be. After NASCAR let Matt Kenseth back onto the track to wreck Joey Logano (which even dead people could see was going to happen) I quit watching NASCAR and lost any respect for Joe Gibbs and his teams. I'd be interested to see how many races Kyle Busch has won "moving" someone out of his way. (I must admit before the race even began my friends were telling me that they just knew Chase Elliot was going to get his first victory in the road race his dad came back and drove in;-) If Tanner goes to NASCAR I wish him a safe career.

Bother Warren Johnson when he was working on his car wouldn't get you far, yet if you caught him at a free moment he'd gladly talk and answer your questions. One of the nicest drivers we've ever met was Justin Wilson, one of those who made you feel like a friend he just hadn't seen in a while. He went out of his way to accommodate everyone yet I'm sure he wouldn't appreciate it if you distracted him prior to running. As to Tanner and Erica, all she had to do was let him in right? Happens all the time on the road...

BG56 09-27-2018 01:37 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bobby DiDomenico (Post 573777)
In keeping with the subject change, the Toyota decaled teams seem faster when they need be. After NASCAR let Matt Kenseth back onto the track to wreck Joey Logano (which even dead people could see was going to happen) I quit watching NASCAR and lost any respect for Joe Gibbs and his teams. I'd be interested to see how many races Kyle Busch has won "moving" someone out of his way. (I must admit before the race even began my friends were telling me that they just knew Chase Elliot was going to get his first victory in the road race his dad came back and drove in;-) If Tanner goes to NASCAR I wish him a safe career.

Bother Warren Johnson when he was working on his car wouldn't get you far, yet if you caught him at a free moment he'd gladly talk and answer your questions. One of the nicest drivers we've ever met was Justin Wilson, one of those who made you feel like a friend he just hadn't seen in a while. He went out of his way to accommodate everyone yet I'm sure he wouldn't appreciate it if you distracted him prior to running. As to Tanner and Erica, all she had to do was let him in right? Happens all the time on the road...
Bob D-I agree, I think we all "know the score" as to what is/has happened in all forms of racing. The Old Days are gone. We enjoy going to all types of races and shows. And to set the record straight I'm a Mopar/Dodge/Penske guy. (Wish Dodge would come back, of course)

Rat Raceway 09-27-2018 03:15 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 340Cuda (Post 573768)
I wonder if there is any chance the Grays will continue in Pro Stock with Dave Connelly driving?

Losing both Tanner and Drew Skillman next year is going to hurt.



Where is Drew going? (I missed anything on him...)

jmcarter 09-27-2018 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Rat Raceway (Post 573796)
Where is Drew going? (I missed anything on him...)
Just taking a break from the demands of the full time Pro circuit in order to devote more time to the business...charismatic young man; sure he sells a lot of cars.

Rat Raceway 09-27-2018 06:01 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by jmcarter (Post 573800)
Just taking a break from the demands of the full time Pro circuit in order to devote more time to the business...charismatic young man; sure he sells a lot of cars.



Cool Thanks! He is a good guy.



Has to be a lot like a rock star lifestyle on the road. :( Don't know how they do it...

4406mopar 09-27-2018 11:14 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bobby DiDomenico (Post 573777)
As to Tanner and Erica, all she had to do was let him in right? Happens all the time on the road...
No, not right, There is a flagman down there at the end of the track to signal which driver to go around the corner first. Erica was on the inside and was told to go. Then Tanner cuts her off. That's what the arguemnet was all about.
You can see this flagman at times at certain tracks and camera angles.


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