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GHiT 0724:  Ethan and Jon - Review of The Thompson Race and Much More

GHiT 0724: Ethan and Jon - Review of The Thompson Race and Much More

Garage Heroes In Training Sep 01, 2025 80 min
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Ethan and John share their experiences from the Thompson endurance race, highlighting challenges with axle heat and mechanical issues, but celebrating a strong performance and first-place start. They discuss race strategies, intense battles with competitors, and the importance of teamwork during quick repairs. The episode also covers their plans for upcoming races, the benefits of social media coaching for racers, and Jeremy's family baseball trip to Cooperstown. The conversation blends racing insights, camaraderie, and personal stories, offering a detailed look at the realities and fun of grassroots endurance racing.

Topics: thompson endurance race axle heat issues race strategy pit stop repairs bracket grand prix social media for racers snowmobile racing cooperstown baseball trip team dynamics grassroots endurance racing
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Acura Integra
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Acura Integra

"..., but we'll take it. So you guys just fill in the Integra. Theme remains the same."
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Nissan 300 ZX
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Nissan 300 ZX

"...ve, was a Zynga racing in one of their LS swapped 300 ZX, maybe. Correct."
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BMW E30
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BMW E30

"New Hampshire. In the E30. Yeah."
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