stony Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 It says Hanns is ok but this really sucks!!! http://blogs.hotrod.com/winners-and-spinners-at-pomona-nmca-west-114861.html#axzz32HsHIj4Z Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RB26powered74zcar Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 It says Hanns is ok but this really sucks!!! http://blogs.hotrod.com/winners-and-spinners-at-pomona-nmca-west-114861.html#axzz32HsHIj4Z Buzzkill.... " The third place went to a man who left with a destroyed car. One of our favorite from the event, the turbo-charged 1971 Datsun with a Chevy small-block, lost control at the top end of the track on his last pass, burying his car into the gravel shut-down area. The front clip was destroyed and the roof buckled under the stress. Owner and driver Hanns Ruth was not hurt. " Pass 1: 9.176 Pass 2: 9.08 Pass 3: 9.173 Read more: http://blogs.hotrod.com/winners-and-spinners-at-pomona-nmca-west-114861.html#ixzz32M5U2ZPO Follow us: @HotRodMagazine on Twitter | HotRodMag on Facebook Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rturbo 930 Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Is that Turbomeister's car? That really sucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike kZ Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Oh man!! it is him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wigenOut-S30 Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 That really sucks!!! Really Glad he is ok.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernardd Posted May 21, 2014 Share Posted May 21, 2014 Glad you're ok Hanns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbo Meister Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Thank you all for your concern. I have been somewhat depressed over the crash and have not felt like talking about what occurred. But now I'm resigned to the fact I will be unable to race again. The rear and interior portion of the Z are ok, but it needs a new clip from the front bumper to the strut tower. The 10 point cage really kept the car structurally intact. I will try to sell it as a "fixer upper". ...ha ha. If that doesn't work I'll part it out since the turbos, engine, trans, rear, we're untouched. It was a hot day and I had to brake harder than usually to stop the car after 160 mph runs. This was not a problem for the first 2 runs, however, after the 3rd back-to-back True Street run the brakes felt soft. When I realized I was in trouble and pulled the chute, it was too late. I saw the gravel pit approaching, rapidly, and thought it would stop the car. The Z just skimmed over the gravel, not sinking in. At that point I said,"Hello Net". It felt like driving into a paper bag that folded around you. Thanks to all my safety equipment, I did not receive a single scratch nor whiplash nor muscle soreness. This was also due to my being totally relaxed upon impact. The paramedics and track personnel were there immediately and provided assistance. I commend all the staff for their compassion and professionalism in my moment of need. I did get my plaque and $100 for posting the fastest 9 second time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ARiskyCvt Posted May 23, 2014 Share Posted May 23, 2014 I'm sorry to hear it was your car. It's one of the most bad ass v8 turbo Z I have ever seen. It was a pleasure to have checked her out at th JCCS a few years back. I'm glad that your okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbk240z Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Hey Hanns, I first saw this on hotrod.com. I knew it was you, even though I tried to convince myself otherwise. So, I immediately checked it out here on HybridZ to be sure. It saddens me to see the Z destroyed, but most importantly you were unharmed, thank goodness. It is too bad you have decided to quit racing, but one can understand why. I have always been a fan of yours, I wish I could do something to bring back your Z. If I had the means, I would buy the remains of the Z and bring it back, no doubt! Again, it is awesome you are ok! I do feel honored and lucky to have both a dvd/video, and a piece of the original motor mounts from the MIGHTY turbomeister Z. Good luck buddy! Let ne know if you decide to rebuild. Take care, Jason Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Merrill Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Glad your safe. Looks to mainly exterior panel. Any frame damage? Could always tube chassis the front half. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LLave Posted May 30, 2014 Share Posted May 30, 2014 Ohhhh nooo!!!! I am so sorry to hear about this incident. I personally hope you rebuild.... Or find a nice roller chassis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnc Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Glad you're OK Hans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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