hot off <strong>the</strong> press Fully Adjustable Billet Aluminum Setup Rack! Minneapolis, MN - Intercomp’s new Billet Aluminum Setup Rack is as rigid as it is easy to setup! The user adjustable setup rack features billet scale pockets in <strong>the</strong> billet frame pontoons for <strong>the</strong> least deflection possible in any platform currently available. This adjustable setup rack is machined <strong>from</strong> 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum and offers quick, side-to-side pad adjustments <strong>from</strong> 52” to 66” of track width, and length adjustments for wheelbases <strong>from</strong> 90” to 120”. The unit has a maximum capacity of 4,000 lb/2,000 kg and features quick disconnect, pull pins for rapid setup and dismantling of <strong>the</strong> rack. The self-contained attachment pins mean no “loose hardware” to misplace or carry along. The rack is extremely stable with 26 adjustable steel feet and also very compact for easy storage and transportation. The rack is constructed with a full billet aluminum frame, honeycomb stuffed center pontoon platforms and fully boxed ramps and bridges for long term longevity and <strong>the</strong> ultimate in stability. Custom rack dimensions are also available along with fully integrated, built-in scale pads, call for details. For <strong>more</strong> information, contact Intercomp’s Motorsports Team at 800-328- 3336 or Worldwide 763-476-2531, fax 763-476-2613 or write Intercomp, 3839 County Road 116, Medina, MN 55340. Contact us by E-mail at highperf@intercompcompany.com or visit us on <strong>the</strong> web at www.intercompracing.com. TAYLOR MIINCH VICTORIOUS IN IKF ACTION Californian scores three poles, three victories and four podiums. February 12, 2009 – 14-year-old Taylor Miinch had a successful event this past weekend at <strong>the</strong> <strong>International</strong> <strong>Kart</strong> <strong>Federation</strong> (IKF) Region 7 race as <strong>the</strong> Top <strong>Kart</strong> driver scored three victories and four podiums. Along with <strong>the</strong> final results, Miinch also scored three pole positions as he started his West coast karting action off in fine form. Saturday: With a dual race day format, Miinch would participate in both <strong>the</strong> Yamaha Junior Super Sportsman and HPV 2 divisions in both Saturday and Sunday’s action. Looking to continue <strong>the</strong> momentum <strong>from</strong> his triple Duffy win last season, Miinch started <strong>the</strong> IKF season off in fine form as he scored <strong>the</strong> pole position in <strong>the</strong> Yamaha division. Miinch progressed through <strong>the</strong> heat race, taking <strong>the</strong> checkered flag over <strong>the</strong> field of drivers. As <strong>the</strong> rain continued to fall for <strong>the</strong> final, Miinch made it a perfect day by taking <strong>the</strong> main event victory by <strong>more</strong> than 14 seconds Looking to continue his Yamaha success in HPV 2, Miinch narrowly missed <strong>the</strong> pole and would start inside <strong>the</strong> second row in <strong>the</strong> third position. Looking to improve throughout <strong>the</strong> day, Miinch did so as he led <strong>the</strong> final until late in <strong>the</strong> race. Looking to score his second victory of <strong>the</strong> day, Miinch’s process was impeded by a kart that cut <strong>the</strong> track. With officials not having a direct view of <strong>the</strong> incident, Miinch had to settle for a second place result and his second podium of <strong>the</strong> day. Sunday: Happy with Saturday’s results, Miinch came out of <strong>the</strong> box on Sunday morning looking for <strong>more</strong>. With <strong>the</strong> rain falling throughout Saturday’s action, Sunday looked to be <strong>the</strong> same as early morning showers forced rain tires back on <strong>the</strong> kart for qualifying. Looking at ease behind <strong>the</strong> wheel of his P1 Engines powered Top <strong>Kart</strong>, Miinch went on to score <strong>the</strong> pole position in both classes of competition. HPV 2 was a carbon copy of Saturday’s Yamaha Junior Super Sportsman final as Miinch took <strong>the</strong> lead early and never looked back. The talented Californian turned some of <strong>the</strong> fastest laps of <strong>the</strong> event showing true consistency to draw away <strong>from</strong> <strong>the</strong> strong field to take his second victory of <strong>the</strong> weekend. Next on <strong>the</strong> docket was <strong>the</strong> Yamaha division where Miinch was again <strong>the</strong> kart to beat. Getting knocked off <strong>the</strong> track early; Miinch had to take evasive action to get back on course all while being careful not to advance his position. Working hard, Miinch worked his way through <strong>the</strong> field and to <strong>the</strong> lead. The consistent pilot got into ano<strong>the</strong>r one of his unbeatable rhythms and drew away <strong>from</strong> <strong>the</strong> field to score his third victory of <strong>the</strong> weekend and a sweep in <strong>the</strong> Yamaha Junior Super Sportsman class. Taylor will enjoy one weekend off before traveling across <strong>the</strong> country to Florida. Looking to keep his momentum rolling at <strong>the</strong> Homestead <strong>Kart</strong>ing Complex, Miinch will do battle in <strong>the</strong> TaG Junior and KF3 divisions at <strong>the</strong> Florida Winter Tour. Taylor would like to thank his current sponsors: Grand Products, Top <strong>Kart</strong>, PKS <strong>Kart</strong> Supply, Douglas Wheel, Crystal Cleaners, P1 Engines, Whisler Racing Services, Holeshot Drive Systems, Jon Dell Construction, Charlie's Hub Caps, Image On Trak, Race Tech Development, On Track Promotions and Wrangler BBQ. For sponsorship opportunities and <strong>more</strong> information on Taylor Miinch and Miinch Motorsports, please contact Race Tech Development at 317.270.8723 or via e-mail at Info@RaceTechDevelopment.com Advertiser Index American Power Sports......................15 Azusa Engineering..............................15 Coyote Products...................................31 Dave’s Performance <strong>Kart</strong>ing..............30 G-Man <strong>Kart</strong> Works..............................31 Haddock, Ltd.......................................31 Jim Hall II Racing Schools..................31 K&N Air Filtration Systems.................7 K&P Manufacturing............................31 <strong>Kart</strong>-O-Rama........................................31 Mike’s <strong>Kart</strong> Stands..............................31 Mike Manning <strong>Kart</strong>ing.......................30 MMS <strong>Kart</strong>ing........................................30 MXK Racing.........................................30 National <strong>Kart</strong> News............................21 Penton Racing Products......................31 Pitts Performance.................................30 RLV Tuned Exhaust Products............31 Russell <strong>Kart</strong>ing Specialties...................2 Target Distributors.................................4 TS Racing..............................................30 Turk Bro<strong>the</strong>rs Racing............................3 Woltjer Racing Engines.......................30 28 KARTER NEWS - March 2009
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