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Permalink Reply by GrayAntiMatter on July 31, 2010 at 1:01am

because of the rumor that AJA could go to Penske with Best Buy sponsorship?

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Permalink Reply by TOG on July 30, 2010 at 2:23pm

And when the smoke clears, there will still be a race at The Glen next week that RG will race in.

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Permalink Reply by nando on July 30, 2010 at 2:32pm

Time to bring Bob Temple back!!!!

Whatever happened to that guy?

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Permalink Reply by Kevin Sweeney on July 30, 2010 at 3:13pm

amen

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Permalink Reply by nando on July 30, 2010 at 2:35pm

Interesting old article...

Another New Crew Chief For Robby Gordon?
Written by Journo on Mar 15th, 2010
Just less than a month after NASCAR veteran Larry Carter joined Robby Gordon Motorsports as a “consultant” we are hearing he has been named crew chief of the #7 team. Carter would take over the spot from Iain Watt who has been in the position since January.

Gordon and his team have struggled this season, averaging just a 34th place finish. On top of that they are in a precarious owner points situation. With one race to go before this season’s points take effect, Gordon sits 38th. Given his average qualifying position (38.8), without the guaranteed starting spot he runs the risk of not making races.

That struggle with performance coupled with RGM’s history of crew chief longevity (or lack thereof) make this move less than surprising.

Over the last few seasons Robby Gordon has had a staggering number of guys on top of the box. Since 2005 Doug Richert, Peter Sospenzo, Kirk Almquist, Frank Kerr, Gene Nead, Walter Giles, Bob Temple and Greg Erwin (in no particular order) have all come and gone.

Many throughout the sport have their opinions about the organization and the reasons for the high turnover. Gordon’s demeanor has been blamed, as has his unrelenting control over the team. Beyond second hand information though I unfortunately can’t give a comprehensive explanation.

Obviously Gordon has a drive and passion for racing that few others around the world of motorsports have. That said, his Cup operation has problems. There is absolutely no reason why any team should go through the number of crew chiefs his has gone through. All of the guys who have held the position are competent team managers (most have wins, one has a championship) so you’d think one of them would have clicked.

At this point the team would be well served to do some self reflection. Without some changes in the very near future I would be willing to bet Larry Carter and Iain Watt won’t be the last guys to hold the title of crew chief at Robby Gordon Motorsports.

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Permalink Reply by john on July 30, 2010 at 2:41pm

Being a RG fan is like begging for ulcers. lol I wish Mr. Nead would have stuck in there alittle longer, but I am sure there are reasons that we may never be privy to. Anyways, another Sunday is coming up, and just like the Sundays before, I will be rooting for #7. Good luck PJ

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Permalink Reply by Slider316 on July 30, 2010 at 2:47pm

Gene - you're a class act and a savvy CC, especially given RGM's financial constraints. You will be missed again. I have no doubt you'll pick up with another Cup team...just tell us it won't be for the stippy mobile...

Joe

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Permalink Reply by Jimmy Wright on July 30, 2010 at 3:01pm

Gene left again?

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Permalink Reply by Davin Wilson on July 30, 2010 at 2:55pm

Gene - thanks for your guidance, patience, humor and leadership you're a class act and a top notch CC. Hopping your departure is only due to RGM's financial constraints. You & Robby "appear" to be a good duo.......You will be missed.

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Permalink Reply by Matt/Canuck on July 30, 2010 at 2:58pm

Oh man, looked like you were the guy to tidy things up.
Good luck Gene, maybe a career in reality T.V.
Sorry Garrett, new avatar time.

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Permalink Reply by Matt Gruber on July 30, 2010 at 3:17pm

Wow. How hard is it to find someone who can run laps without getting into the wall?

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Permalink Reply by TOG on July 30, 2010 at 3:25pm

Wrecking in practice because of being involved in somebody else's mess, or popping a tire/blowing a motor/part failure , etc, is acceptable, but overdriving the corner at a track where you are not supposed to be pushing the issue, has no defense and usually would get a driver released the next race.

I remember when Greg Sacks wrecked in practice at Dover in the #31 hardees car, circa 1995 , and his crew chief Philepe Lopez went off on him,since he was just getting up to speed with the car. He ended up being released in the garage after DNQing for the race.Philipe wanted team owner Dillard to release him BEFORE second round qualifying,with Jimmy Hensley, but Nascar didnt approve the change because he didnt turn any practice laps.

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