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Jim Shiels Memorial Coverage

mmonez [mmonez@pacbell.net]
Mon 3/24/03 12:17 PM

I assume you have all seen the reports about how Sears is treating its reservist employees who are called up?  By law, they are required to hold their jobs open and available, but nothing more.  Usually, people take a big pay cut and lose benefits as a result of being called up...
Sears is voluntarily paying the difference in salaries and maintaining all benefits, including medical insurance and bonus programs, for all called up reservist employees for up to two years.  I submit that Sears is an exemplary corporate citizen and should be recognized for its contribution.

I suggest we all shop at Sears, and be sure to find a manager to tell them why we are there so the company gets the positive reinforcement it well deserves.

Pass it on.
 

We've lost #87, Johnny Unger. To Terry and the entire family we want to express our heartfelt sorrow and great sense of loss. Johnny was truly one of us, actually grew-up with Stockton 99, and we consider the Unger Family part of the Speedway family. Please click here to read Scott Linesburg's tribute to John.

Cynde Carr [cynde.carr@cpwm.com]
Tue 3/18/03 2:34 PM
Johnny Unger
Carr Motorsports and STS would like to express their sincere sympathy to Terry, Shelby, and all that have been affected by the passing of Johnny. As always, it hits hard when one of our "family" members has passed on. We will all certainly miss his smile and warm hello as he would pass by in the pits. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Cynde Carr

CryGirl09@aol.com
Mon 3/17/03 3:45 PM
At this sad time
Our prayers are with John's family. He will be missed...With Sympathy, Hoffman Racing # 76 GAM

Suzy and Henry [hnsfrahm@yahoo.com]
Sun 3/16/03 6:20 PM
Unger family

my family would like to give our condolences to the Unger family. we know what it is like to loose someone you love. our prayers are with your family. P.S. you know him and our dad (Jim SHIELS) are probably up there having a blast hanging out with each other  and racing around heaven with Earnhardt LOL!!!!! again we are sorry for your loss!!                                                                   

                                                                                    Tammy, Robert and Suzy.

Kings4josh@aol.com
Wed 3/19/03 9:01 PM
GOOD LUCK next year DANNY AND GUY with your western late model. DANNY AND GUY  GUIBOR ARE NUMBER # 52 this year  so every body remember to cheer for them.

trsnorcal@earthlink.net
Fri 3/14/03 1:23 PM
ATTENTION ALL PURESTOCK DRIVERS, AND CAR OWNERS
 

TO HELP KEEP THE COST DOWN ON THE PURE STOCK CLASS FOR THE 2003 SEASON, WE HERE AT JJMOTORSPORTS HAVE FOUND 2 LOCAL BUSINESSES TO HELP OUT ON THE NEW RULE FOR TIRES THIS YEAR, AS YOU ALL SHOULD KNOW BY NOW 15 INCH RSA'S ARE HARD TO LOCATE. ST0CKTON 99 SPEEDWAY HAS CHANGED THE RULE SO THAT YOU MAY RUN EITHER 15 INCH OR 16 INCH WHEELS AND TIRES THIS YEAR.

STOCKTON WHEEL @ 648 W FREMONT STREET IN STOCKTON HAS ORDERED THE STAMPED CENTERS THAT OUR CLASS REQUIRES. THEY DONT EVEN MAKE THEM STOCK, SO HE DID THIS JUST FOR US. HE HAD TO ORDER A HIGH VOLUME IN ORDER TO KEEP THE COST DOWN, WHICH IN RETURNS KEEPS OUR PRICE AS LOW AS POSSIBLE. HE IS OFFERING THE RACING WHEELS THAT WE ALL RUN AT $65.00 PER WHEEL IF YOU LET HIM KNOW THAT JEFF SAUNDERS SENT YOU. OTHER WISE THE WALK IN PRICE IS MUCH HIGHER.

BRANNAN TIRE ON WILSON WAY IS OFFERING THE USED RSA, FIREHAWKS, AND WHAT EVER ELSE THEY HAVE IN THE USED AREA FOR US, AT $25.00 PER TIRE. AGAIN YOU NEED TO MENTION THAT YOU DRIVE IN THE PURESTOCK CLASS, AND JEFF SAUNDERS SENT YOU TO GET THIS PRICE. YOU NEED TO GO IN AND SEE EITHER JAMIE( PRONOUNCED HY-ME) OR JUAN ANYTIME AFTER MONDAY MARCH 17, 2003 AND THEY WILL HELP YOU IN YOUR SELECTION. THEY HAVE ABOUT 900 TIRES FOR US, BUT WE ALL KNOW THEY GO FAST, SO HURRY, HURRY, HURRY, WHILES SUPPLIES LAST.

HERE AT JJMOTORSPORTS HOPE THAT THIS HELPS ALL PURESTOCK RACE TEAMS AT THE 99 SPEEDWAY, AND WISH EVERYONE GOOD LUCK THIS SEASON.

SEE YOU AT THE RACES.

Walter Metcalf [wmetcalf@cox.net]
Wed 3/12/03 10:33 AM
New Suspension System
 

I don't know if any of your racers would be interested and would appreciate any info you could send to me about contacting the builders.  Feel free to forward this message to anyone you feel might be interested
 
My dad patented a Tilting Wheel Vehicle Suspension System and built a full scale prototype.  This new system allows all four wheels to simultaneously tilt into a turn similar to the way a motorcycle leans over into a turn.  This ability provides several advantages including:
 
1. distributing weight  to the inside of a turn
2. lowering the center of gravity
3. Virtually eliminating body tilt during cornering
4.  increasing cornering speed
5. enhancing vehicle maneuverability
6. simplifies aerodynamics
7. using more horsepower for motion rather than traction.
 
We think that this could be adapted for the type of racers at your speedway and might provide a vital advantage.  We can send pictures and even a video clip showing the prototype in action.
 
Thanks,
Walter Metcalf
858-748-7638

We've posted your info Walter, but we don't know if this would be legal at our track.
Stockton99speedway.com

Kings4josh@aol.com
Sat 2/8/03 11:31 PM
RACING
GOOD LUCK next year DANNY AND GUY with your western late model. DANNY AND GUY  GUIBOR ARE NUMBER #1.

dean gray [goldwing44@yahoo.com]
Wed 2/5/03 8:51 PM
Chuck Ellis
We laid Chuck to rest Monday, several from the track that know him showed up, We, his family, want to thank you so much. He did love racing, and even more so the racing at 99. Our grandmother would take us there when we were very young. We would go to watch our then  uncle Johnny Brazil and later our family friend Dale Linville run his stock car. He never did have a bad word to say anyone. We will not ever go to 99 without thinking of him
Thank you from his family

Charles H. Ellis

Forklift driver, store co-owner

Charles H. Ellis, 53, of Turlock died Friday, Jan. 24, 2003, in Modesto. He was born May, 22, 1949, in Tracy and lived in Lathrop 37 years before moving to Turlock three years ago. Ellis worked as a forklift driver for Heinz Cannery and was co-owner of RPM Diecast in Manteca.

Survivors: children, Carrie L. Ellis and Carl J. Ellis, both of Turlock; siblings, Judy Vallejo of Lathrop, Jerrylynn Fowler of Los Altos, Kathi Nolan of Lincoln, and Kitty Blake and Ricky Blake, both of Stockton; and four grandchildren.

Services: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Park View Funeral Home, 3661 E. French Camp Road. Visitation: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday at the mortuary. Committal: Burwood Cemetery, Escalon.

Chuck also sold diecast at 99 speedway in 2002, and enjoyed the races. He also loved country dancing and competed professionally. He always had a good word for everyone. He will be missed greatly.

SHARONR20@aol.com
Sat 2/8/03 2:31 PM
box van for sale
1985 box van for sale.  $4500.  Belonged to Steve Riley.  You would have seen it at 99 speedway and altamont raceway with the #22 grandam.  Runs good.  Please ask for Darrin at (209) 4010569.

Michelle Bolin [bolin@caltel.com]
Wed 2/12/03 3:31 PM
WLM forale

The #29 WLM, a top runner at 99 Speedway in 2002 is for sale.  Turn key, Track ready.  Quick change rear end & aluminum spec head engine.  $18,000.00 OBO Contact Tracy Bolin @ 992-9974 or Benton Bolin@ 992-9972 

ProStock for sale

#57 Prostock for sale.  Fresh motor, never ran.  Turn key. $12,000.00 OBO Contact Tracy Bolin @992-9974 or Benton Bolin @992-9972
 

CITYTIRE@aol.com
Wed 2/12/03 5:36 PM
Eddie Wilcox
209-602-9041
2-12-03

FOR SALE,
BARRY GRANT SILVER CLAW "GAS". COMPLETE WITH BG FUEL INLET KIT. 300.00 FIRM. 

agoolsby11 [agoolsby11@attbi.com]
Sun 2/9/03 7:57 AM
pure stock for sale
76 firebird pure stock for sale $1600. (209) 464 8152. call after 5 thanks

AtaTude1@aol.com
Tue 2/4/03 9:45 PM
FOR SALE
Grand Am for sale. Perry chassis. If interested give me a call.
Steve Stacy (office) 209-948-0394 leave message if no answer.

Robert.Carrillo@simplot.com
Wed 1/29/03 4:45 PM
For Sale // please post
Western Late Model Racecar Chassis For Sale... No Body!!!! Chassis is new and never raced with all new parts. To many specs to list please call or email for more information. Send email for PICS and parts list to: rcarrillo@simplot.com   209-858-2511 x 6216  Asking $3,000.00 - over 7,000.00 invested    Will part out if not sold

Robin Ratcliff [ratcliff@innercite.com]
Sun 1/26/03 11:34 PM
for sale #66

the  66  "pure stock"  is  still  for  sale .  due  to  the  fact  that
i  am  the official  /  tech  for  the  "pure stock"  division  in  the  2003  season ,  i  must  sell this  car .  it  is  100%  leagal  for  2003.  only  5  races on  this  new  car.  never  cliped,  never  wrecked.  this  car  has  passed  track  champion  "danny  gubor"  in the  "A"  main  at  stockton  without  comlications  on  both  vehicles.  qualified  17.2  at  stockton  and  15. ?  at  altamont.  i  will  tell u  what  is  in  the  motor  upon  purchase.  suspension  still  needs  a  little  "setting up".   [remember it is still a new car ]    i  would  like  to  get  3000.00  for  the  car  but  call  me  and  lets  talk .               {209}333-8474  mon-fri
  8:00am-5:00pm
 Ken  "the rat"  Ratcliff      
the car on this website is not the car, thats the old one.  

scott gilligan [steelerector71@yahoo.com]
Sat 1/25/03 11:15 PM
hello im looking in to running a pro 4 truck for 2003 season i was wondering if any one know if there might be a truck for sale around here my email is steelerector71@yahoo.com hope to see u guys next season Scott

1/13/2003
Long time Stockton 99 driver Johnny Unger, #87, has been diagnosed with liver cancer and is going through chemo therapy for it. John said the chemo is "really rough", but he sounded good on the phone and is looking forward to being part of 99's 2003 Season. Please keep John and the Unger family in your prayers and help them recover from this.
Stockton99speedway.com

Thinking of John
Tue 1/21/03 7:41 PM
CryGirl09@aol.com
Our prayers are with John and his family for a full and speedy recovery. Fight the fight John, the checkered flags are waiting!!!!! Hoffman Racing # 76 FORD GAM....

Tue 1/21/03 7:41 PM
CryGirl09@aol.com
Chris Crawford
It has been awhile since we have raced at "99" but I try to keep updated by logging on to your site. We raced the # 76 Ford GAM . When it came time for the main, I always tried to position myself in the infield near the Crawford car... They were always so good to me and always so happy when we did well, as we were for them. I am sorry to say I have no info. on the loss of their son Chris. Could you please e-mail me the info. as i would like to send them our thoughts. Thank You, Howard & Kelly Hoffman
Thanks for writing, we miss you at 99!

Raquel Pollock [rpollock@ssica.com]
Tue 1/21/03 10:36 AM
FOR SALE - TWO TICKETS TO THE VEGAS RACE!

FOR SALE:  Two tickets to the Winston Cup Race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway for Sunday March 2, 2003.
Recently made wedding and honeymoom plans make it impossible for us to use them :( They are in Turn 4 Section N Row 31 Seats 17 and 18.  They're in the Blue Rows, which is the highest of the three sets of rows.
The face value of the tickets is $108 each.  I'm asking $100 for each. This race is sold out!!! Please contact me at (209) 815-5263 or e-mail me at rpollock@ssica.com

Daniel P Faigin [faigin@pacificnet.net]
Wed 1/15/03 12:45 PM
Dallas Bache
Howdy.
I'm the webmaster for the California Highways page. I'm trying to research some of the names given to highways in the states. One of them, on Route 99 in your area, is the Dallas Bache Memorial Bridge. From doing some searches on the internet, it looks like he was a racecar driver from Delhi California that raced often at your track.I'd like to put something on my pages to preserve for the world who and what this man was. If you have a short biographical paragraph, I'd welcome it.
Thanks,
Daniel                             W/H: faigin@aero.org/faigin@pacificnet.net http://www.pacificnet.net/~faigin/

Steve Carter [SteveCarter007@msn.com]
Sun 1/12/03 10:53 PM
Spotter stand

I am the spotter for the #63 Late Model car. I would like to see the location moved for the spotters from turn 4 to the top of the main grandstand. It is to hard for us to see the hole track. It is a safety issue a lot of the spotter move to the top of the main grandstand. It would be in the tracks best interest to have us in one location with are car # visible so that the track official can communicate with each spotter if need-be. I think the perfect location would be next to the scoring tower.
 
Thank you for your time.
STEVE CARTER SD&D MOTORSPORTS & HOOVER RACING

From: stacie lee leemotorsport@earthlink.net]
Sun 1/12/03 9:24 PM

Jo,  I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.  Jim was a great man, he was kind to everyone, never heard him say a harsh word about another person.  Since our move out of California, we haven't had the opportunity to get back to the track and I truly regret not being able to see him again.  But the memories that we have from when we left will always be strong and true in our minds.  Please be strong, knowing that Jim is watching from above all that is going on.  He has the best seat right now, he is with Fred Tice and Boro.  They will keep the score up there.  Our prayers are with you and your family.  All our love Jeff and Stacie Lee. "

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