Richmond Night Pre-race thread

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Is it too early to start one of these yet? Oh well I just wanted to make it because I will be gone the rest of the week and so I just wanted to say a few things before that.

I'm just going to say Gordon will make the chase and Kurt is out of luck here.

Being only 6 points out of the top ten Gordon will own it being on the offensive end of things. Dont know about you Gordonites but I am sort of glad he's the one chasing and not the one defending. That gives him an edge to be as agressive as he needs to be plus the desire along to be in the chase will give him the boost.

I know that Kurt has been stellar this year but I bet he wishes he had to fend off someone else other than Gordon. :D

Good luck all and may the best driver win. See you all next week

Oh and yeah, if this falls flat on my face, have fun with it. :p
 
i think it will be close. Kurt has been great and he knows he'll have to finish ahead of Gordon to not risk anything but also in touch with Kahne so he doesn't lose the ten spot. Long green runs, I take Gordon. alot of restarts, I'll take Kurt.
 
breatheoflife said:
Gordon hasn't exactly been stellar at Richmond as of late.
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He's been better then the record would tell you.

For the past 4 years he's had an 8th, 3rd, 2nd, 12th, 3rd, 2nd with a few outside the top 15 finishes due to crashes.

There was that one time where that dummy Menard cause the caution so his teammate could win. I'd say he's done pretty good overrall.
 
I'm looking forward to this race in a major way! I'm so excited about it with all the different possible scenarios playing out.

Last year it was a great night and Gordon pulled off the comeback. This year I think Kurt will get it done and get in to the Chase, where he belongs I might add. Either way, I can't wait!!
 
3wideinturn1 said:
I'm looking forward to this race in a major way! I'm so excited about it with all the different possible scenarios playing out.

Last year it was a great night and Gordon pulled off the comeback. This year I think Kurt will get it done and get in to the Chase, where he belongs I might add. Either way, I can't wait!!
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It is possible for both to get in. Gordon win, Busch second. Knocks Newman and Truex out.
 
Lazyking said:
It is possible for both to get in. Gordon win, Busch second. Knocks Newman and Truex out.
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Wouldn't that be nuts? Truex finally gets a win and still doesn't make it in lol. I just think KuBu deserves to be in over Gordon but that's just my opinion. I still remember Kyle choking that Chase berth away last year, and how stoked Gordon was after. If its anything like last year it should be a fantastic night of racing and nail biting for some!
 
Gordon has to do more than just beat Busch; he has to be at least seven positions ahead of him AND no less than nine positions behind Truex. Obviously a win takes care of everything.

Nothing against Jeff, but I'd like to see underdog Furniture Row in regardless of who's behind the wheel.
 
Oh I didn't mention Biffle. He can also fall out of the top ten if he has a mediocre night.
 
Charlie Spencer said:
Gordon has to do more than just beat Busch; he has to be at least seven positions ahead of him AND no less than nine positions behind Truex. Obviously a win takes care of everything.
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Truex is of no concern to Gordon. Its all or bust for him.

He's going for a top ten in points he doesn't have to worry about people behind him who already have a win. Other than winning a race himself he cant do anything about it.
 
Now refresh my memory for a sec, did Bowyer win last year on a fuel mileage strategy?
 
I love Richmond, especially when the tempers start flaring, and the bumpers start banging. I think besides the 500 (which turned out to be a dud) this was the race I was looking forward to the most.
 
reck said:
Is it too early to start one of these yet? Oh well I just wanted to make it because I will be gone the rest of the week and so I just wanted to say a few things before that.

I'm just going to say Gordon will make the chase and Kurt is out of luck here.

Being only 6 points out of the top ten Gordon will own it being on the offensive end of things. Dont know about you Gordonites but I am sort of glad he's the one chasing and not the one defending. That gives him an edge to be as agressive as he needs to be plus the desire along to be in the chase will give him the boost.

I know that Kurt has been stellar this year but I bet he wishes he had to fend off someone else other than Gordon. :D

Good luck all and may the best driver win. See you all next week

Oh and yeah, if this falls flat on my face, have fun with it. :p
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I will be in OCMD. Will be watching the race at the purple moose. The more bowties the better. I'll take Kurt.
 
As a diehard Gordon fan, this race last year was awesome for me. His car was junk the first half of the race but Gustafson made some aggressive adjustments and Gordon tore straight through the field. It was vintage 24, and got him in the Chase. If he would've had more time I'm sure he would have chased down Bowyer and won.

I still have a ton of confidence in Gordon, but I can't say the same about Gustafson and his crew. To be honest, I'm pretty worried/nervous heading into this one.
 
Being Labor day was Monday and also starting this thread a day early threw my timing off but here goes.:confused:

Friday
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Partly cloudy. High of 79F. Winds from the NNE at 5 to 10 mph.
Friday Night
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Partly cloudy in the evening, then clear. Low of 57F. Winds less than 5 mph.
Hourly Forecast6AM12 Noon6PM12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point58 | 5470 | 5670 | 5562 | 55
Wind5 mph NNE8 mph NNE4 mph NE5 mph ESE
Humidity82%59%60%78%
Chance of Precip.10%10% 10%0%
Cloud Cover39%30%31% 0%
ConditionsPartly CloudyPartly CloudyPartly CloudyClear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:44 AM
7:31 PM
 
Saturday
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Partly cloudy. Fog early. High of 81F. Winds from the SSW at 5 to 10 mph.
Saturday Night
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Partly cloudy in the evening, then clear. Low of 66F. Winds from the SSW at 5 to 10 mph.
Hourly Forecast6AM12 Noon6PM12 Midnight
Temp. | Dew Point58 | 5670 | 6274 | 6467 | 64
Wind3 mph SE5 mph SSW7 mph SW6 mph SSW
Humidity90%72%72%88%
Chance of Precip.0%10% 0%0%
Cloud Cover0%0%49% 12%
ConditionsClearClearPartly CloudyClear
Sunrise & Sunset
6:45 AM
7:29 PM
 
Federated Auto Parts 400
Saturday, 07 September 2013
DriverTopBet
Kyle Busch5-1
Jimmie Johnson6-1
Brad Keselowski7-1
Matt Kenseth7-1
Kasey Kahne8-1
Jeff Gordon10-1
Denny Hamlin12-1
Clint Bowyer12-1
Kevin Harvick12-1
Kurt Busch15-1
Dale Earnhardt Jr.15-1
Carl Edwards18-1
Joey Logano18-1
Martin Truex Jr.20-1
Brian Vickers25-1
Greg Biffle30-1
Ryan Newman40-1
Mark Martin60-1
Juan Montoya60-1
Jamie McMurray75-1
Paul Menard100-1
A.J. Allmendinger100-1
Danica Patrick100-1
Ricky Stenhouse Jr.100-1
Marcos Ambrose100-1
Aric Almirola100-1
Jeff Burton100-1
Field ( Any Other Driver )100-1
 
FenderBumper said:
It isn't like you can watch his pit box during the race and be sure he'll show up there.
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Wow, is this Eff Jr. Day? Damn. :D That's okay. On a side note..... Did Kes buy his tickets yet to the final ten races this year so he doesn't miss seeing the Chase? Tickets aren't to hard to come by these days. Those Chase positions though, that's a different story. :p
 
TooSweet said:
As a diehard Gordon fan, this race last year was awesome for me. His car was junk the first half of the race but Gustafson made some aggressive adjustments and Gordon tore straight through the field. It was vintage 24, and got him in the Chase. If he would've had more time I'm sure he would have chased down Bowyer and won.

I still have a ton of confidence in Gordon, but I can't say the same about Gustafson and his crew. To be honest, I'm pretty worried/nervous heading into this one.
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I suppose the good thing is he's got nothing to lose. It's not like he can lose a spot in the Chase, he's gotta go for one and it ended up working out for him last year. To be honest though, I don't like his chances this year.
 
Alright Kez last shot. If the 1980 US hockey team can pull off a miracle you can do the same!
 
That's going to scare off more than it will attract..:) Kez and Truex..america's most wanted..
 
Top 12 Driver Rating at Richmond:
#11-Denny Hamlin........................... 117.8
#18-Kyle Busch............................... 113.0
#29-Kevin Harvick........................... 111.1
#15-Clint Bowyer............................. 100.4
Tony Stewart.............................. 96.5 (injured, not racing)
#24-Jeff Gordon................................ 95.7
#14-Mark Martin................................ 92.2
#39-Ryan Newman............................ 91.1
#48-Jimmie Johnson......................... 90.9
#78-Kurt Busch................................. 90.0
#99-Carl Edwards............................. 88.9
#5-Kasey Kahne.............................. 87.3
Note: Driver Ratings compiled from 2005-2013 races (17 total) among active drivers at Richmond International Raceway.
Formula combining the following categories: Wins, Finishes, Top-15 Finishes, Average Running Position While on Lead Lap, Average Speed Under Green, Fastest Lap, Led Most Laps, Lead-Lap Finish. Maximum: 150 points per race.(NASCAR)
 
dpkimmel2001 said:
Wow, is this Eff Jr. Day? Damn. :D That's okay. On a side note..... Did Kes buy his tickets yet to the final ten races this year so he doesn't miss seeing the Chase? Tickets aren't to hard to come by these days. Those Chase positions though, that's a different story. :p
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lol Now we're talking.

Kez is taking a year off AFTER WINNING A CHAMPIONSHIP. Jr is taking the last decade off after....wait, that comparison doesn't work.
 
FenderBumper said:
lol Now we're talking.

Kez is taking a year off AFTER WINNING A CHAMPIONSHIP. Jr is taking the last decade off after....wait, that comparison doesn't work.
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Jr has figured out where his pit is finally, and I think they monkeyed with his tach so he doesn't get speeding penalties. o_O
 
EVENT SCHEDULE
(Sprint Cup Series)
Times are local to the Track

Thursday, September 5
7:00 pm NSCS Haulers Enter

Friday, September 6
7:00 am NSCS Garage Opens
11:00 am NSCS Rookie & Spotter Meetings & Random Drawing for Qualifying Order
12:10 - 2:00 pm NSCS Practice
2:45 - 3:30 pm NSCS Final Practice
5:35 pm NSCS Qualifying
8:30 pm NSCS Garage Closes

Saturday, September 7
2:00 pm NSCS Garage Opens
5:30 pm NSCS Driver / Crew Chief Meeting
7:00 pm NSCS Driver Introductions
7:30 pm NSCS Federated Auto Parts 400 Race

NSCS = Sprint Cup Series
SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Times are local to the Track
 
PRACTICE & QUALIFYING
Dates / Times / TV coverage
(times in eastern time)

Practices:
Friday, September 6, 12:10 - 2:00 pm/et, TV-ESPN2

Happy Hour 'Final' practice: Friday, September 6, 2:45 - 3:30pm/et, TV-ESPN2

Qualifying: 2 laps for positions 1-36, Friday, September 6 at 5:35 pm/et, TV-ESPN2, no re-air scheduled.



NASCAR Pre-Race: ABC - 7:00pm/et

Television Race Coverage: ABC, 7:30pm/et

Scheduled Race Re-Air Dates/Times:
Sunday, September 8 at 4:00am/et on ESPN2​
 
If either the #55, Brian Vickers or #14, Mark Martin wins the respective car will make the Owners Chase spot. Interesting? I think so.
 
Lazyking said:
i think it will be close. Kurt has been great and he knows he'll have to finish ahead of Gordon to not risk anything but also in touch with Kahne so he doesn't lose the ten spot. Long green runs, I take Gordon. alot of restarts, I'll take Kurt.
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Kurt wins this race.
 
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