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5 Speed

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About Me

I am simple and easy going, I just roll with the punches ;o) I am also one of the founding memebers of the Die deutschen Kameraden.The DdK came into existence when a group of like minded mid Westerners decided that they wanted a slightly different focus to air-cooled VW gatherings. Parades and picnics have their place with the likeable German cars; but this group prefers the whine of straight-cut gears, the roar of large carburetors, and an occasional street light romp with some Detroit Iron. Thus, the DdK was born with a focus on performance air-cooled VW's and a commitment to participation at VW and Sport Compact events.... something that many other groups have to continually push for. Although many of our cars can win shows, our perspective is on do-it yourself performance; and many 'comrades" competitively drag race. We strive to not exclude those that cannot afford or do not want a $30,000.00 car. We are the common folk with a common liking..... speed and fun... camaraderie. If we seem like something you'd like to be a part or, then come hang with us at the next VW event and we'll talk about membership.Our group is structured unlike most clubs. We do not have any dues and our officers aren't really officers at all. Our government is shared amongst the group. We also share responsibilities for maintaining the website, forums, and etc. This is a group of enthusiasts willing to help organize attendance in their local areas. Members are encouraged to incite interest in new events to attend as a group.With a main focus on participation and performance, we intend to become a respected element of the mid-Western air-cooled VW performance world. http://www.ddkvw.com/

My Interests

As you can see by my pictures I am into Classic VWs. Since I am a father of one 7 year old daughter my 56 VW has made his way into playing the roll of my son.

I'd like to meet:

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Television:

NCIS,Las Vagas,Lost,Smallville and SpikeTV

Books:

vw drifting

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Heroes:

Jacky Chan and Chuck Norris. These guys are my fathers age but look and move like they are my age. Mark Herbert,for inspiring me to bye a Quaife Diff. vw beetle

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My Blog

Yeh!

That time of year again, Mid Michigan MotorPlex opens up in a week. I am hoping that the weather holds out so I can test out the old car. I never did get a chance to run this set up a full quarter mil...
Posted by 5 Speed on Sat, 31 Mar 2007 04:00:00 PST

Not another one!

Tried to run again this weekend.  The event I was going to was called off due to the weather. That makes two event in a row that have been called off due to the weather. One more weekend to ...
Posted by 5 Speed on Mon, 16 Oct 2006 03:22:00 PST

Rain Rain go Away

Tried to race today at 131 Motorpark in Martin Michigan.The event was called off because of rain The season is coming to a close real soon so I have to act fast or spend a winter wondering what t...
Posted by 5 Speed on Sun, 24 Sep 2006 01:38:00 PST

Race Day

Well, The Michigan Bug Out has come and gone for 2006. Can't believe that this was my first time out racing this year. This event was only 1/8 mile and I still have a few bugs to work out. Car was not...
Posted by 5 Speed on Wed, 26 Jul 2006 06:40:00 PST

Quaife

Well, it's here. I finally found a way to get my Quaife Torque Biasing Differential. This thing is sweet, heavy but sweet. My aluminum spool may have weighted in at 3 pounds. I bet this thing is more ...
Posted by 5 Speed on Fri, 28 Apr 2006 04:38:00 PST

Racing Season

Spring is closing in faster then expected this year. I am still trying to finish other peoples projects so I can get started on my own. I finally sold some stuff and I am now able to afford the limite...
Posted by 5 Speed on Thu, 02 Mar 2006 03:12:00 PST

Striking Thoughts

Enjoy Yourself.- Remember my friend to enjoy your planning as well as your accomplishment, for life is to short for negative energy. By Bruce Lee (Philosopher, Actor and Marshal Artist)....
Posted by 5 Speed on Sat, 14 Jan 2006 04:19:00 PST