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bobbychuck
February 29th, 2008, 10:26
YouTube - Central Europe Dakar Series Glamis Testing

Right after the Califonia NASCAR race Robby Gordon and his Team Dakar USA spent some time in the Southern Californian sand dunes testing both the Monster Energy/Toyo Tires and Ronn Bailey's Vanguard Hummers. The test was in preparation for the April 19th-26th Dakar Series Central Europe Rally which is a make up event for the canceled 2008 Dakar Rally - which was postponed due to terrorist threats from the Al Queda faction in Mauritania.

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Ramsey_ElWardani
February 29th, 2008, 10:33
OK, who doesn't want to be Robby Gordon?
bajafox
February 29th, 2008, 10:45
OK, who doesn't want to be Robby Gordon?

That would be me, I actually enjoy getting some sleep...:D

I noticed at the end he said "If Ronn shows up to race this car he will be very impressed" or something of that sorts. Like I posted in the other thread, I don't think Ronn is going to be showing up to race the 2nd Hummer, at least that's what he told me in San Luis.
spalind
February 29th, 2008, 10:52
Will be interesting to see who does race it then...not much time left to get someone on board that you can place that much faith in...Though this would seem to indicate that BOTH Hummers are RG's and under his control (and coming out of his pocket) and not just the Monster one...if the 2nd Hummer was under Ronn's control you would think it would have been left in Europe at his shop since he (I believe Bajafox reported this earlier) has said he will run the Trans-Oriental rally or some such later in the year....
E&S Racing
February 29th, 2008, 12:02
Good stuff
OldBroncosRule.Com
February 29th, 2008, 13:45
That would be me, I actually enjoy getting some sleep...:D

I noticed at the end he said "If Ronn shows up to race this car he will be very impressed" or something of that sorts. Like I posted in the other thread, I don't think Ronn is going to be showing up to race the 2nd Hummer, at least that's what he told me in San Luis.

why wouldnt Ron be racing the hummers....?
bajafox
February 29th, 2008, 13:52
why wouldnt Ron be racing the hummers....?


I wouldn't count on there being 2 Hummers at this race, at least not with Ron Bailley behind the wheel of one of them

I spoke to Ron before the start of the new CODE race this passed weekend, real cool guy and straight forward. Got to talk about what happened before DAKAR, his future with RG and other stuff. He's planning to do the Transoriental (sp?) in his own vehicle and he told me he wasn't doing business with RG anymore.

He said a few things of RG that would make Chase2 his biggest fan...

But he did say this "he's a hell of a driver"

He also told me his Hummer was never even tested before DAKAR and not even finished. Dont know if that's public info or not

Anyway, I'm now a fan of Ron Bailley and wish him the best in all his future racing endevours (sp?)

http://www.race-dezert.com/forum/showthread.php?t=39205&page=2
b-makk
February 29th, 2008, 15:46
Things really don't sound very good between Robby & Ronn. "Told him where and when to be here and he didn't show up"
RGFan
February 29th, 2008, 18:06
Yeah, ouch. Well If Ronn does bail out as has been stated, There are going to be alot of A-list people lining up to get the chance to drive that second car.
bufeo
February 29th, 2008, 18:44
Wow!

Allen R
Dezertpilot
February 29th, 2008, 19:42
I wanna see LR or The 2007 Driver of the year in the vehicle:)
KingedRanger5150
February 29th, 2008, 21:15
fahk it, I'll drive it! I'll take one for the team!!:D
buggyracer1677
March 3rd, 2008, 20:45
Id love to see BJ Baldwin drive the 2nd hummer.
dsrtdck
March 4th, 2008, 13:58
hey jay, i agree with you on that one. bj baldwin would kick some arse in the second h3. hmmmmmmmm


Id love to see BJ Baldwin drive the 2nd hummer.
HDRA1
March 5th, 2008, 08:34
i think i would double down bet that BJ ends up driving with robby in the other hummer

it is ronn's hummer but money don't mean he has talent put BJ in
Chris Tobin
March 5th, 2008, 08:46
Who actually owns the second H3, RGM or Ronn Bailey?:confused:
dsrtdck
March 5th, 2008, 10:49
robby gordon owns the second h3! i know something about the bj baldwin/robby gordon thing!
Chris Tobin
March 5th, 2008, 10:53
robby gordon owns the second h3! i know something about the bj baldwin/robby gordon thing!

spill the beans!!!:D
dsrtdck
March 5th, 2008, 11:12
spill the beans!!!:D

haha, the beans will spill them self, at some point that is......
HDRA1
March 5th, 2008, 11:19
i know too na na na na :D :eek:
dsrtdck
March 5th, 2008, 11:23
haha, i figured u knew as well lucas. looks like tobin is the only one that doesnt j/k.



i know too na na na na :D :eek:
Chris Tobin
March 5th, 2008, 11:39
haha, i figured u knew as well lucas. looks like tobin is the only one that doesnt j/k.

man that hurts...

I share what I can when I can!!!
dsrtdck
March 5th, 2008, 11:44
haha, i have to talk to a certain someone to see if the beans can be spilled.


man that hurts...

I share what I can when I can!!!
HDRA1
March 5th, 2008, 15:55
he left for san felipe today so i dont know if we can let it out for another week or not
Baja Fool
March 9th, 2008, 21:43
RG is the "Racer's Racer".
I wanna be Robby when I grow up.
BGRANT
March 11th, 2008, 20:11
FlynHi said something in another thread about Ken Block (Suburu Rally driver) possibly driving the backup H3. Could this be what he was talking about? He didn't elaborate.
RGFan
March 11th, 2008, 21:55
FlynHi said something in another thread about Ken Block (Suburu Rally driver) possibly driving the backup H3. Could this be what he was talking about? He didn't elaborate.

A bunch of us were talking about who would be a good american choice. He (Fly) brought him up as a possible good choice, not as the one who would replace Ronn. RG sure has made a point of calling Ronn out, making sure to be P.C. every time. It will be interesting to see what comes of that. I would imagine Ronn's contract with RGM/TDUSA involves millions over the next 3 years.
Chase 2
March 12th, 2008, 05:47
Yep,t will be a Trophy Truck Driver who is already in Flippy.
BGRANT
March 12th, 2008, 06:29
A bunch of us were talking about who would be a good american choice. He (Fly) brought him up as a possible good choice, not as the one who would replace Ronn. RG sure has made a point of calling Ronn out, making sure to be P.C. every time. It will be interesting to see what comes of that. I would imagine Ronn's contract with RGM/TDUSA involves millions over the next 3 years.

Fly: "You heard it hear first. You might see Ken running the Back-up H3 very soon".

Sorry, I misunderstood Fly's post on the other thread.:confused:
RGFan
March 12th, 2008, 08:43
"Might" is the key word. There were several drivers being looked at. Have heard rumblings about several others, buth at this point, they are just that.;) As the race date nears, Ronn just might have a change of heart, and with the money involved, I am sure that is what RG would hope for.....At this point I am sure that only Ron Bailey and/or RG know for sure. With that said, I am sure a plan "B" is in place.
BGRANT
March 12th, 2008, 10:18
"Might" is the key word. There were several drivers being looked at. Have heard rumblings about several others, buth at this point, they are just that.;) As the race date nears, Ronn just might have a change of heart, and with the money involved, I am sure that is what RG would hope for.....At this point I am sure that only Ron Bailey and/or RG know for sure. With that said, I am sure a plan "B" is in place.

Thanks for clarifing.
Bricoop
March 12th, 2008, 10:51
Baldwin has been thrown around alot.
RGFan
March 12th, 2008, 10:57
Baldwin has been thrown around alot.

YES HE HAS:D
FlyHiFlyLo
March 12th, 2008, 12:37
Bottom line, Ronn feels if he don't show up to the make up race he thinks he is clear. If RG shows up ready to rock and roll and Ronn doesn't show up, RG thinks he is clear...


I wonder if Ronn having 3 different builders in 3 years has anything to do with his track record???

When the smoke clears RG will be racing no matter what and the second Hummer will be there as a mule even if Robyn has to drive it.
Bricoop
March 12th, 2008, 13:19
Bottom line, Ronn feels if he don't show up to the make up race he thinks he is clear. If RG shows up ready to rock and roll and Ronn doesn't show up, RG thinks he is clear...


I wonder if Ronn having 3 different builders in 3 years has anything to do with his track record???

When the smoke clears RG will be racing no matter what and the second Hummer will be there as a mule even if Robyn has to drive it.

I second Robyn, I've heard she's the best driver in the entire family. Although I have never seen it, I've heard she smokes RG at go-kart tracks.
dsrtdck
March 13th, 2008, 11:58
lets just say that the second h3 driver is born and raised in las vegas nv, and under 30.
HDRA1
March 13th, 2008, 12:22
lets just say that the second h3 driver is born and raised in las vegas nv, and under 30.

i will second that and we knew before fly :D
Big Hock
March 13th, 2008, 12:31
lets just say that the second h3 driver is born and raised in las vegas nv, and under 30.

Okay okay, the cat's out of the bag. It's me!:o
RGFan
March 13th, 2008, 15:52
Ronn could technically still change his mind guys:D ;)
dsrtdck
March 13th, 2008, 20:05
lets hope he doesnt drive. i would love to see that other driver whoop some booty....
HDRA1
March 13th, 2008, 21:11
Ronn could technically still change his mind guys:D ;)


if ron does show up the "other" guy will help out in the T-4 and be a back up for robby or ron

and lee i am over 30 you should see how BIG the "M" is on my driver suit than the others :D
FlyHiFlyLo
March 14th, 2008, 09:16
lets hope he doesnt drive. i would love to see that other driver whoop some booty....

I would love to see RG get some cash back.
RGFan
March 14th, 2008, 09:29
Yeah, I would have to say that the cash is a little more improtant at this point.
Bricoop
March 14th, 2008, 10:54
I would love to see RG get some cash back.

Is most money lost with Ronn, or with Monster.
RGFan
March 14th, 2008, 11:05
That is a good question.....I would think Ronn, but that is just speculation.....Let me see if I can find out.
FlyHiFlyLo
March 14th, 2008, 11:17
I'm sure both are a big chunk.
bobbychuck
March 20th, 2008, 11:02
Monster Energy, Toyo Tires, 4 Wheel Parts, Hummer, Mitsubishi, Volkswagen and virtually every other sponsor has accepted the Central Europe Rally as the make-up event for the canceled Dakar Rally. The only entity which has show hesitation has been Ronn Bailey. Time will tell who drives the Ronn Bailey's Vanguard Hummer but I'm going to guess that once Ronn gets debriefed by a good attorney he probably will - because either way he is contractually obligated too.