Performance bests:
6.68, 207 mph , June 2007 EDM
6.65@ 212mph July 2007 EDM
6.49@ 223 mph July 2008 Mission
6.41 @ 221 Aug 2009 Edmonton
6.31 @ 224 Aug 2009 Edmonton
6.29 @ 225 May 2010 Edmonton
6.24 @ 226 July 2010 Edmonton
6.19 @ 227 July 2010 Edmonton
6.17 @ 229 July 2010 Edmonton
6.11 @ 234 August 2010, Edmonton
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Curvy lines dept. update
The new 1978 Corvette body custom built for us by Army Armstrong of the Funny Car Factory has arrived! What a journey it had! It went from PA to MI via Armys trailer. The Paton's picked it up and brought it to Toronto, then Paradise RV picked it up and brought it cross country to Edmonton. Thanks to all involved. I went to see it last night for the first time.
Is it ever curvy ( its shaped like Marilyn Monroe! ) and small compared to our '57. We will start work on it next week.
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what's coming up?
Busy week. A private show for a sponsor, then a private test session at the track Friday, then race Edmonton Saturday, and looks like race Calgary Sunday.
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June 5 2008
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Shop Update
Lots of very late nights this week. The guys have been GIVENER to the car up and running. Here's a few shots as of last night. Hope to fire and test this weekend!
LATE LATE LATE
NEW TANKS
PUMP
MAG
DOUG N DAVE
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June 2 2008
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Alternate body update and a big thanks dept,
Our new second body is waiting in Ontario and will soon be picked up and delivered by our pals at Paradise RV. A huge thanks goes out to Craig Anstead the rest of gang at Paradise for helping us out getting the car home. Take a second to check out the Paradise RV web site. They carry several lines of nice RV's and are also involved in race car transporters.
We will post pictures once the body arrives.
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Some toys around the shop dept.
Some interesting things have found there way into the shop last week. More on these items in the future.
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Burning the nitro dept.
Our Venolia pistons finally arrived after UPS diverted them to Germany for a week. ( and charged us $ 557.00 freight ! ) The crew has been working like busy bees putting everything together and we hope to test the new combination very soon. The car will hopefully be racing at the Full Throttle event June 14 at Castrol Raceway.
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Things that make you go BOOM dept.
Over the winter ,one of the things wrong we found wrong with the car, was our custom made fuel tank. At the beginning of the season we had a new tank made, and then after trying it, had 2 pieces added to the tank to make it a bit larger. The resulting modification was done poorly and the cuts made were not deburred. The result was a consistent flow of aluminum chips through the fuel system. Despite constant monitoring of the fuel system, we could not stop the chips and finally this winter, had the tank cut open so we could see inside. After finding all the burrs we had a new tank manufactured and hope to be done with those problems forever.
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Crazy Nature update Dept.
Do Bears really like Kraft peanut butter? Theresa took this shot last week during our short trip to Seattle. This guy was right beside the road!
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May 26 , 2008
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Rumor mill dept.
- Word on the streets is that you may see the Prospector at a test in the next 2 weeks. The car is pretty much ready to go, just waiting on some Venolia pistons which are " in transit."
- Rumor mill part 2. The Prospector may be getting a larger wardrobe. A back- up NFCA legal body maybe on its way to Canada. More on this later! For those of you who like hints..... the new 2nd body style shares the name of a world war 2 war ship that looked like a battleship but was shorter. ( also for Tom the Mongoose McEwen buffs, he won the 1978 US Nationals in this body style ) Guesses?
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check this out dept!
My pops has been working on his ground up restoration/ modification of his way cool 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Bubble Top for several years now. I went to visit him tonight, and had to take the following snaps. The car is 99.9 percent done, and is really starting look nice. The car has been built with a period 348 tri power, but underneath she has been upgraded with new lowered suspension, disc brakes, over size sway bars etc.
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Thanks for the help dept.
Drag racers are great people no matter what class they are in. Something I have always liked about our sport is the willingness that racers have to help each other, regardless of whether they are competitors, foes, different classes .. doesn't seem to matter. A big thanks goes out to Canadian top fuel standouts, Barry and Todd Paton ( Tim Horton's Top Fuel car) . Despite having an expensive issue in Milan MI at last IHRA national event, they were kind enough to do a big favor for us. These are good folks . A big thanks goes to the team for the assistance.
Team owner, crew chief Barry Paton sent along this amazing photo today of some of the teams recent misfortune. Top Fuel anyone?
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Pat on the back dept.
Wanted to put a congrats out to our very good pals over at Sitko Family Racing . Nathan, Kenny and Troy were in Mission over the past weekend for the div 6 points deal. They run a TAD and a TAFC , and although the digger ran well ( 6.1's) it didn't get in the show. The f/c got in by the skin of its teeth and as # 8 qualifier had to run number 1. Any ways.. no Cinderella story here, but the car ran 5.875 @ 242.06 in a - unfortunate losing effort. Nathan did get the guy with a nice 0.069 light . But hey.. big numbers for these guys and I JUST KNOW they will be pleased when they get home. Good job guys!
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May 12, 2008
Move that stuff! Update.
We need some help! I need someone to move a f/c body from PA to points north or west., IE Montana, Idaho, Washington , north Dakota etc, will pay cash$ need asap. please call or refer to Jay 780 719 5749 or email thx. jay@nitrofunnycar.ca
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May 8, 2008
Proud family update. allow us to brag for a minute.
- This is an important year at the Mageau house. Of our 4 daughters, 3 are graduating this year.
Daughter # 1, Simone is graduating from the University of Alberta with her science degree, daughter # 2, Justine is graduating from the University of Alberta with her business degree, and # 4 daughter Courtney is graduating grade 12 from St Francis Xavier high school. All of the girls excel in school. We are very proud of our girls and commend them for their efforts in their education. Daughter # 3, Rhea is currently in 2nd year university studying education. All the various grads are being celebrated by the family this weekend. For those that were wondering, these were all scruffy jr. dragster kids at one point.
(above, left to right, #4 Courtney ,# 1 Simone, proud mom Theresa, #2 Justine, proud dad Jay, # 3 Rhea)
(above: left to right, Simone, Courtney, proud grandpa and grandma Bob and Sandy , Justine and Rhea)
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April 24, 2008
COOL STUFF UPDATE.
- Now here's a traveled T shirt. Our pals from all the way in Leichhardt Australia , Steve Turner and his team, sent us this this week. It was sent with a small part by air mail over three weeks ago. Just for kicks we checked on Google. The shirt traveled over 16,000 km's to get here ( around 10,000 miles.)
Come to think of it, we are some of the Northern most racers in the world, and Steve's pals are some of the most southern most cars, so its pretty much gone from one end of the world to the other. Thanks for the great shirt Steve, and when we get a batch of shirts made up, you will get one of ours in return!
NEW PRODUCT ANNOUNCEMENT
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Check out the new shiny stuff. The parts below were, in our opinion, beyond help in the looks department. We took them to our pals at Impact Coating Inc here in Edmonton. Bruce and Doug have many years experience in powder coatings , ceramics and sandblasting. Go the showroom, its a real neat set up and these guys know exactly what you need for your hot rod, race car, our any other application. Impact can be contacted at 780 455 COAT or email cimpact@telus.net
lower belly pan was beat to hell. Looks good now!
WHAT'S NEW IN THE SHOP THIS WEEK?
- New stuff is coming in almost daily. As mentioned our tire shipment arrived as well as our wicked new magneto. This mag is built by Tom Cirrelo and is called the Frankenstein 2. The specs tom gave us show that this thing is one serious mag. Perhaps the most powerful points mag ever built. Special thanks go to fellow racer Tim Nemeth for helping bring this mag home.
How's this for a mountain of rubber? That's how they ship these things, all squished like that. nice to see Goodyear no longer puts the white letters on the front runners too.
April 23, 2008
Anyone who has checked out Saskatoon's archives done masterfully by Blair Aldereton , SIR ARCHIVES 1966-2006 "40 Years of Fury" Photo Gallery by NITROIMAGE at pbase.com knows what a great history that track has.
I'd like to do an archive site for CCHRA. I know that there are some old pix out there... Wade? .Knowlesy, Stan? Liz? Goodwin? Kenny , Garnet? Only Edmonton photos please from all 3 tracks.
.. . I will do the work, provide and set the site up and scan the photos. Credit for the photos will be given to the prospective owners. I will do this as a labour of love, and to kick off the celebration of 50 years of CCHRA in Edmonton.
Your photos will be scanned and promptly returned , guaranteed. Undamaged.
Contact Jay Mageau 780 719 5749 24-7 or email jay@nitrofunnycar.ca and I will arrange to pick them up.-
April 22 2008
Well , last weekend it was 24C outside , we took advantage of the warm weather and started maintenance on the trailer. It was just beautiful outside and every one was getting excited about spring and going racing soon
Then this happened. Snow HARD for the last 4 days. Here's the rig as of this morning.
anyways... that's all I want to talk about today.
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Except this. I forgot to "turn on" this page a month ago. Its just an overview of the car and announcing the crew at this page
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April 16, 2008
Race Shop Update
- We have an order of Pistons coming in from Venolia , and an order of Rods coming in from Childs and Albert's. Both of these companies can be considered icons in the drag racing industry , and they have treated us very well. We strongly recommend you consider them for any serious race needs.
We just need a few more things and we will be ready for race season. One of them being 2 more sponsors! Email us here if you would like to join the Prospector in 2008!
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One of the big head aches of running a funny car is getting the body on and off. In our case, the old girl is a tad portly and takes a gang of crew guys to do the big lift. These guys are not always available so we came up with our own body sling. We use the heavy duty winch at the trailer door to do the lift and whipped up a cradle of sorts to safely pick up the body .
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Speaking of the trailer, we have been baby sitting a funny car for a friend who is just getting into the sport. This fuel car formally was run by our pals Randy Bykowski, and Neil Fedderly .
The new owner is still ironing out his future plans with the car, and in the mean while we are helping out getting it tagged and carting it around. It JUST fits in the trailer with the Prospector. Now she has someone to keep her company.
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Want a Prospector of your own?
- Well, Gordon Jenner has one for sale. Go here to see his ad. Its a nice piece. Brand new in fact. We strongly encourage any of you to consider buying it and donating to us so we can have a B car. Go here to see the ad.
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April 15, 2008
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all past postings can be found by clicking the big button above.
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April 1 update. Thanks for all the e-mails. And in case some of you are still wondering, NO we never went NASCAR. We are drag racers. We would run off the track at the end of the first straight-away. Do NASCARS even have straight-aways?
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We lost and buried a very close and special friend a few weeks ago. Gerald Polack passed away after a battle with cancer.
Gerald's passing really shook us. He was a very special man, and was a big part of our world for a long time. We miss him.
Our heart felt sympathies go to his family and friends that are hurting at this time.
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Race Shop Update!
Things are progressing nicely in the shop.
A load of new Goodyear's arrived last week from our exclusive wheel and tire supplier, Fountain Tire. We look forward to a set of fancy new wheels - also from Fountain Tire- for the Prospector in a few weeks and will post pix when they are mounted.
Fountain Tire is more than just tires! They stock a full line of custom wheels as well. All of the teams rolling stock ( even our golf cart! ) has some type of custom wheel , all available through Fountain Tire. Spring is the time for some cool new mags, and Fountain Tire has them on line now! Click here to go
these cool custom rims are mounted on our race hauler. Fountain Tire offers hundreds of custom rims.
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April 1 2008
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Report On Team Changes.
Major news!
With the announcement of the new 2 mile NASCAR high banked oval going in at the Castrol Raceway site, our team has taken a long hard look at the direction we have been taking.
In the summer of 2007 , crew chief Bob Mageau spent some time with some NASCAR officials who were visiting at the Grand Prix race.
Its no secret that Bob, who drives an old restored NASCAR race car everyday , loves the big oval .
We have some preliminary drawings of the new car, shown with new Major Sponsor Lowe's Beer. In keeping with the '57 theme, notice the nice Bel Air trim on the rear 1/4 panel.
Wish us luck! mailto:jay@nascar.ca
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March 31, 2008
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Race Shop Report
Parts are arriving daily and things are trudging along in the shop. The new fuel system is almost done at Davenports, the new Cirello Mag is on its way and the chassis is getting some new tin at present.
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March 8 2008
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New stuff report!
Thanks to some help from some friends , The Prospector has just taken delivery of a brand spanking new Keith Black stg 15 hemi block. Although an enormous expense , we realized last year that in order to turn the car around quickly , it would be advantageous to have a few major components as spares. We still need other components that will come if and when the budget allows (potential sponsors email here! )
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Race Schedule Report! We are closer to releasing our 2008 schedule. We are still talking to two of our favorite tracks, and will release something by the end of March. As always, if you would like the Prospector at your track, or would like to book the car for a static display email us here: jay@nitrofunnycar.ca
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Racing in California report!
It's the world Famous March Meet in Bakersfield California this weekend. The event is not only the 50th anniversary of the March Meet, not only the very first NHRA Heritage race series event, its also the largest gathering of nostalgia funny cars in the history of the class and the highest funny car count ever at Bakersfield. Whew! What an event.
To say we are disappointed we are not attending would be a very big understatement, however we hope all the other Canadian teams, and particularly our co- sponsored team- The Ron Hodgson , Castrol Oil, Bubble Up trans Am team the best of luck.
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If your like us and stuck in the snow while everyone else is having fun at the March Meet, you can at least follow along on a few web sites. http://www.nostalgiafunnycarnews.com/forums/index2.php is one of the fine sites Sharkey produces, and Drag Racing Online has some great day by day action starting here. Drag racing scribe extraordinaire, Darr Hawthorne is at the event and putting up new stuff every day. Darr put up this great shot of fellow Edmontonians and our pals the Greckuls who are involved in the new Plueger Mustang .
Be sure to follow the action, and join us in cheering on the teams, as well as cheering on our home team pals, - Hodgson and Capp- Stevenson and Beuchman- Ed and Mike Greckul
The NHRA , acting on the popularity of the nostalgia race scene has created a series of classes and a multi event points series. They have created a web site to talk about the new series at http://www.nhrahotrodheritage.com/
March 3, 2008
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Was Lucky enough to attend the NHRA CSK nationals in Phoenix 2 weeks ago. Was invited to observe the pro testing session the Monday following the event as well. Was a real eye opener to observe the crew of fellow Canadian Rob Flynn as they worked on the David Powers Cat team. Also spent same time observing Don Schumakers cylinder head guys and Ron Capps NAPA team do there things. Simply amazing to watch these pro teams turn the wrenches.
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Feb 29 2008
some shots from the EMDA New Car show taken by Sheryl Ogonoski
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Feb 28, 2008
Not exactly race related, but we visited the Pima Air Museum in Tucson AZ last week. Check out a few of the neat aircraft they had on display
click on thumbnails below for larger picture
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Feb 27 , 2008
The Prospector will be on display at the EMDA motor show this coming weekend. Make sure to see this show. The weather is going to be good, all the new stuff is at the show and a nice race car display is going to be hosted by Joey's Place.
The Prospector will be on display beside Cal Tebb's alcohol '55 Chevy funny car. Should make for an interesting photo or 2 as the cars look similar.
Also, looks like the new 2009 Chevrolet Camaro will be on display in the GM area. That will be worth the cost of admission alone.
PUBLIC SHOW DATES & HOURS
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Friday, February 29, 2008
Saturday, March 1, 2008
10:00am to 10:00pm
Sunday, March 2, 2008
10:00am to 6:00pm
SHOW LOCATION
Edmonton Northlands Agricom
P.O. Box 1480
7300 - 116 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta T5J 2N5
Feb 2, 2008
sponsor news
Welcome back Fountain Tire!
We are pleased to announce that Fountain Tire is back on
the car for 2008! Not only does the Prospector use
Eagle racing tires exclusively, but our support vehicles, trailer, and
team transporter are all running custom wheels available at most
Fountain Tire stores.
Welcome back gang.
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OHHHH! Its COLD! While the big show teams test for the 2008 season down in Phoenix , we are deep into winter with temperatures between -40c and -30c for the last 2 weeks.
I took this shot 2 nights ago. It was -43 c outside
Next morning was sunny but frosty. As always, the deer come despite the cold temps.
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A friend of MFR, Kellen Kennedy sent us thus Utube video featuring us having a bad day.
The young man speaking is learning how to do news casting etc, and this is one of his projects.
YouTube - The Motorsports Zone
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Shop update. The car is at its most naked phase as the crew look at each and every past part and refresh or replace them. Many of our recertified parts are arriving from the US manufacturers including 2 pieces that we are REALLY excited about...... but cant say much just yet.
click on the pictures below for a larger image.
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January 26, 2008
I am interested in getting the ball rolling regarding a
50th anniversary of drag racing in Edmonton in 2009. I would like to plan a
special event at the track including a nostalgia style race , a memorabilia
show, a hot rod show and shine, and a evening catered party in the pits or in
the tents for anyone who ever drag raced in Edmonton -ever. I am sure there are
a hundred different things we can do to mark the occasion.
2009 is a significant anniversary for our sport in Edmonton, and it will be
recognized properly.
Any one want to brain storm?
lets talk.
Jay Mageau
780 719 5749
jay@nitrofunnycar.ca
Jan 24 , 2008
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Sponsor News!
Mageau Racing extends a warm welcome back to Castrol Canada. Castrol Oil started with us in 2007 when we moved up to Nitro, and we are thrilled they are back with us in 2008. Not only is Castrol one of biggest supporters of drag racing, they make the best lubricating products in the world for your car. Welcome back gang!
Jan 18 2007
Sponsor News!
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Welcome back Edmonton Fasteners and Tools!
Edmonton Fasteners and tools has signed with MFR once again . MFR has enjoyed a long relationship with the fastener group, and is very happy that once again Edmonton fasteners is with the team.
Edmonton Fasteners is a full service retail fastener store with several locations in Edmonton , and , as part of the Fastener group, is associated with stores located all across western Canada.
Web Site: www.edmontonfasteners.com
- MFR welcome back MOCAN oilfield. MOCAN was with us ,many years ago, and returned in 2007 as an associate sponsor. 2008 sees the infamous DR. Moe step up to the silver sponsor level. Welcome to the family !
- Meetings are ongoing with the remainder of the 2007 sponsor group and notices will be published over the next few weeks. We are always in need of the sponsorship dollar. If your company is interested in becoming involved with the Nitro team, please contact us at 780 719 5749 or email info@nitrofunnycar.ca
Crew and team news!
- MFR announces a few crew changes for 2008. Leaving is long time crew member, Rick Yamada. Our crew are like family so its always sad to see them go. We would like to thank Rick for his years of service and wish him luck with his new venture.
On the same family note, MFR welcomes former team member, Dave Hollman back to the family . Dave was with us several years ago, and is excited to be back and learn the nitro game.
We have a new page up for the crew and team, pictures will be added soon!
We still have one more position open on the crew, and have had interest from several parties. We will make an announcement in the next 2 weeks.
Other news
- Anyone out there that can help us get a new body home please call jay at 780 719 5749. The body is being built in PA. We are open to suggestions from top loading with commercial freight, or hitching a ride in a race hauler. The body can be dropped in Montana, Washington etc, but would be easiest if we had it shipped up here. We don't expect a freebee. One option put forth this week involved getting it shipped to Bakersfield for the march meet, but that was the end of the line.
- Joey Steckler reports that the '69 Camaro body we had built- and then sold - is now mounted on Jason Bussey's 7.50 alky car, and looks great. We hope they have fun with the car. Regarding bodies, we do have a NFCA legal body being built as you read this. Cant say much more but a hint would be , its very swoopy. And before the angry emails start: The '57 Prospector body is going no where. It will continue to be our primary match race body.
Jan 13 2008
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As the 2008 season is upon us , we did a little cleaning on the web site, and on the team!
Things are shaping up with new resolve, new parts , new people and some new sponsors for 2008. Keep coming back as wee make our announcements over the next few weeks!
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We are back from a wonderful trip to Waimea Kauai. A great time was had by the whole family in the island paradise and we feel refreshed for 2008! The people are so welcoming, and the atmosphere so laid back. Truly paradise on earth!
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We hosted a "Red Neck" party at the resort one night. Every one dressed up and had a blast!
Mageau Family Racing's " Prospector" nitro funny cars and fuel altered
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