Brian®Dunlap
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WRG Director of Broadcast & Technology, co-owner of the 32 midgets. Spend 357 days prepping for 8 spent in Tulsa each January. #MidgetMonday Co-Host
Charlotte NC
Joined March 2009
Good morning! Beyond ecstatic to witness what would typically be a relatively common sight. @WorldofOutlaws rigs are rolling! #ReturnToRacing
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Had a nice stop/chat with the friendly Oklahoma Highway Patrol. Officer - what do you have in the trailer. Me - Race cars. Officer - do you race for money?. Me - Not really . Officer - So your racing for fun?. Me - It’s more a sick addiction. Officer - have a nice day.
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Rolling through a small Oklahoma town and get pulled over. Officer “Did you know you were 25 over though that town back there”. Us “Nope, didn’t even notice the town, we are sorry” . Officer - “where are you headed”. Us - “The @cbnationals an indoor race in Tulsa”. Officer -.
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Two buddies build a sprint car and go win a @WorldofOutlaws race. Thats pretty damn cool. Congratulations to @CBellRacing and @ChadBoat.
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Two buddies decide to built a sprint car, log countless hours in the shop building beautiful one, then go out & win their first race with it. If that’s not the “American Dream” I don’t know what is. Congrats to @CBellRacing and @ChadBoat on their @FASTseries win last night!.
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It doesn’t get much better then the quietness of 9am in the Expo center.
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Tonight after what I believe was the c main I see a car rolling towards the back of the building with the driver fist pumping and excited saying “Hell yeah, now that’s what I came for!”. No mater the metric for @cbnationals success the joy it brings is the same.
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EVERY day as we walk in the expo at 9am (or even 6am). There is a guy in an OJ style bronco waiting to push cars off. Please give him a “thanks” as you walk by today. It isn’t a glorious job, but for the cars that need it, its invaluable. 1 of many @cbnationals unsung heroes.
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Okay, this turned out to be DAMN COOL. Just after we rolled through the tunnel and into @IMS @MikeDunlap32 turns and says “53 years ago when my grandfather first brought me here, I dreamed of the day I would pull a race car through these gates”.
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The @FS1 @WorldofOutlaws of @iRacing broadcast was incredible tonight. It was somthing that came together in just a few short days and involved countless hours and sleepless nights nights buy all teams. So incredibly proud to of everyone’s accomplishments.
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I feel like i should say somthing but i have absolutely no words. My arms are around our racing family tonight.
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Sunday Morning Thoughts: Kyle did an outstanding job of bringing the Dirt track fan base to pavement when he went racing on Sundays. Now as he crosses over into different facets of our sport, it can only bring the fanbase together and that’s a GREAT thing.
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As a guy who spends 358 days a year thinking about and preparing for 7 spent in Tulsa each January, I am beyond excited to officially announce our 2018 @cbnationals driver lineup. I can’t begin to thank everyone enough for all of the help and support along the way.
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This right here is what’s wrong with the world. Pretty soon reading a simple micrometer will be like reading the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics. (I did my part to better the world by destroying the pictured tape measure)
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I don’t think there is an amusement park in the world that holds a candle to the roller coaster ride the Expo center dishes up each year. I can’t thank @garytaylorGT and the entire team enough for digging deep all night and never giving up.
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I have tweeted about this in the past, but it derives a 2nd. This guy is one of the many unsung heroes of the @cbnationals. It’s 9am on a prelim day and he is ready and waiting to push the first car at the back door. It’s guys like this that make everyone’s experience better.
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If you are a race fan at Cotton Bowl how do you not head home with a @JacobAllen1a shirt tonight?.
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A huge thank you to @DominicScelzi41 for coming up to the booth on a whim and providing awesome insights and color to tonight’s @WorldofOutlaws @dirtvision broadcast!.
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Spotted this “Vintage” motor home for sale in western Colorado, literally hundreds of miles away from anything sprint car related. Does anyone recognize the mural, or better yet know who may have owned it?
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I don’t typically comment on work related topics but really shocked at the reactions to the invite announcement regarding Bristol. I absolutely have no doubt we will see the best drivers in the country competing in an efficiently run entertaining show. .
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Pull the Belts tight, annual @cbnationals recap, she is a long one . A great week spent with my greatest friends warrants a long recap/read. 👇
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Man am I pulling hard for @CBellRacing today, such a great guy, friend, and ambassador to the sport of sprint car and midget racing.
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It’s hard to put into words the first night of @Xtreme_Outlaw racing. Not for what it was, but what it represents. To have 37 top of class entries in the pits was outstanding. The trust the racers have in this new venture isn’t unnoticed and certainly not unappreciated!.
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Well it’s not the flu, but I did bring home a neat @cbnationals souvenir. Certainly wasn’t going to let a warm header stand in the way of trying to get @garytaylorGT back out in the B. Just hoping now it doesn’t turn the same color as the car. Only 352 days until we do it again!
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Excited to announce our 2019 @cbnationals driver lineup of @caseyshuman & @garytaylorGT! A huge shoutout to everyone for their help in making this possible.
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Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers out there. EXCEPT Mother Nature. Not a fan. No gifts for her this spring. .
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I tweeted last night about the metrics of @cbnationals success being different for everyone. I am pretty damn proud of both cars being in the prelim As. The support from everyone absolutely means the world to us. Starting p15 tonight.
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For those keeping track at home. 349 days from right now that big door will roll up and we will load trailers in the building for the greatest week of the year. @cbnationals.
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Hats off to the @WorldofOutlaws @knoxvilleraces and @dirtvision crews this weekend. Great racing, great crowds and great shows. It takes EVERYONE to pull these off. It’s certainly a privilege to work along side teams with such passion and drive for exalence.
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I am beyond pumped for the debut of this hot rod. This car represents the what I love most about the sport. Two buddies that just one day just said “let’s build a sprint car”. @ChadBoat @CBellRacing have built bolt for bolt the nicest sprint car I have ever seen.
I’ve been looking forward to having my own car for a long time now and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. Thank you @ChadBoat #CBIndustries for making it happen! Catch the 21 at the track soon 😎
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This is one stunningly gorgeous race car.
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You know, the @cbnationals could easily be title sponsored by our friends at Sofa King, because it is Sofa King special in so many ways.
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Here we go, @MikeDunlap32 and Twiterless Casey are hammer down and Tulsa bound! This is going to be a good week. There have been so many people that have helped us to this point, we can’t begin to thank everyone enough for all of the support.
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I have said it before, parents teach your kids to win like @KodySwanson. One of the most dominate driver in the class. He treats every win like it may be his last and does it with his family. Nothing but respect for he and @kodys_jo.
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Our mindset when it comes to racing has always been “You can’t achieve full time success with a part time priority”. With load-in only 350 days away I am excited to present our 2020 @cbnationals driver lineup -
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Well boys and girls it’s here, the magical day we have all had circled on the calendar and counted down to all year. IT’s @cbnationals LOAD-IN DAY! .In a few short hours the doors will open and rigs will file in signifying the start of the greatest week of the year. 2.5 hours.
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Just one year ago we had our heads buried in spread sheets and never ending research just to see if it was even feasible to broadcast every WoO race. Personally, it’s incredibly rewarding just to play a part in somthing that has been so well embraced by the sprint car community.
JUST ANNOUNCED: Along with @EldoraSpeedway, we are excited to announce that this year’s Kings Royal will now be included as part of the Sprint Car Fast Pass!
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In exactly 7 days we will all hear that iconic sound that will signify the start of the 2017 @cbnationals "Groups 1 and 2 to the Ramp". 😀.
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Ever just sit and stare at something over and over, knowing you could make a nicer version of it, but maybe question if it’s worth the effort? This was such for me. The answer to that question, Totally.
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It’s amazing on a 16 hour drive the number of tools you can think of to help remove a Nerf bar under a caution… Some exist, some need built, would probably opt for the latter….
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Just asked someone if they were coming to the @cbnationals on Sunday for Fan Fest and got “No I go to the Tulsa hooters to watch the playoffs”. I did my part by reminding him “Sir there is only one Bowl in life that maters, and it doesn’t start with Super”. 63 hours to load-in.
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This is what it’s all about! It warms my heart (and usually that takes quite a bit) seeing the emotion. A kid only gets his first W once, it’s cool when it leads to a moment like this.
. @MillbridgeRacin REPLAY: Easton Thomas is crying tears of joy after scoring his first Cadet feature victory at Millbridge at just FOUR years old!
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Sending nothing but good thoughts to @shanestewartrcg on his first opening day of his new venture at @PortCity_Racing. It’s refreshingly cool to see not only the venue but the future stars of our sport under his guidance.
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It’s races like today’s at @IMS that are good for the entire motorsports industry. Momentum from the emotions & excitement invoked will resonate far beyond the series level and likely clear to the grass roots. Some young fan was sucked in today and will be at a local track next.
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Well my HOA doesn’t permit custom mailbox’s but after re-reading the community CCRs a couple of times I couldn’t find limitations on custom flags for the spec box. The standard box wasn’t bad, but the stock flag was super cheesy.
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Just think only 1 week from right now now, one of the greatest sounds in motorsports will be filling the air. @cbnationals.
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‘‘Twas the night before Christmas and 13 days until Chili Bowl Nationals load-in.” At least that’s how our version of the story goes. Incredibly proud of how these entires turned out. @MikeDunlap32 and I couldn’t do it without the support of everyone along for the ride.
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I am not going to offer any personal opinions on the current situation, that market is flooded. There is however a piece of advice that I do find helpful- . “Don’t let situations outside of your control paralyze you from making the absolute most out of those within your control”.
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The @cbnationals not only brings out the best drivers and cars this sport has to offer, but the best photographers as well. The photos that have been coming out the last week are nothing short of impressive. So much talent showcased in that one building each January.
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Fielding a car at Indianapolis Motor Speedway with @MikeDunlap32 is an incredibly special opportunity. I am excited to announce that our good friends at @radiusbob are onboard for the race as well. To be able to do this representing great companies & great people is a true honor!
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Here.We.Go…. Only 2 days until load-in for the greatest week of the year!
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Ladies & Gentlemen, Boys & Girls, Children of all ages. Today is the day we have all counted down for the last 357. Happy @cbnationals Load-in Day!.
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The depth of field that rolls into the expo center for the @cbnationals continues to only build & get deeper. The hairs you have to split are finer then ever. As hard as success is to achieve, it makes even the smallest accomplishments of the week incredibly rewarding.
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The @dirtvision team is producing LIVE tonight’s @WorldofOutlaws @iRacing event on @CBSSportsNet. This is WAY new to all of us in SO many ways, but damn am I pumped to have this team bringing it all together.
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It’s been a great week. We have a lot of logos on the cars and it’s a true honor. Not because they support us, but because they are all friends first & foremost. Doing this with your friends is what makes the effort meaningful. Starting P 5&7 in the second C tonight.
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I am very fortunate getting to earn a living doing some very cool things. This is easily among the top. I can’t thank @knoxvilleraces, the fair board, and @KendraJJacobs enough for trusting @dirtvision as their broadcast partner. An absolute honor to be a part of the team.
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#ChiliBowl2017 move in day is in the books. I am incredibly proud to unload the cars we did & can't thank everyone enough for the help.
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Whatching the sunrise as I await my flight I can’t help but reflect. It’s an absolute honor to play a small part in the presentation of the Knoxville Nationals. @KendraJJacobs & the @knoxvilleraces team have an unmatched commitment to making this event the best of the best.
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Kid walks in a restaurant wearing black Dickies & t-shirt. I immediately have to rack my brain to figure out what sprint car he works on.
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Hats off to @MillbridgeRacin on their first ever midget show. They certainly had their fair share of challenges going into the week, but it was cool to see their hard work rewarded with some truly outstanding racing.
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Thinking about my long time co-worker, voice of reason, and buddy @ChrisDolack tonight. He can use all the positive thoughts he can get.
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Fun Fact: Brake Clean does not kill hornets on contact as one would think, or in my case hope…. In fact it seemed to just piss them off….
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And he is doing it! @RossWece will shoot the rest of the show in his fire suit! #WeceChiliBowl
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See below for my standard & obligatory truck/trailer picture signifying that @MikeDunlap32 and I are headed racing. St Louis bound.
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If you are worried about the future of our sport, take a look at tonight’s @VolusiaSpeedway 360 field. Young talented wheel men like @AnthonyMacri7, @RyanTimms_5T, @WatchGavanRace, @BrenhamCrouch, & the talent of @Chase_Raudman2 & @connerwade66 on the 🎤. The future is bright!.
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Well, today is a special day. February 29th is far more then just an odd calendar occurrence, Today is that extra day you wish you had for @cbnationals prep every year. Let’s make the most of it, only 315 short days until load-in.
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I honestly don't know if I get it from dad or dad from me, he just texted me this paper towel holder he whittled up for the shop bathroom.
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This is cool and all, but it’s no @cbnationals winning Midget in a dining room…. 😂.
Ayrton Senna's McLaren MP4/8-6, that ex-F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone bought for €4.1m in 2018, is displayed behind glass in Ecclestone's study.
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I love reading everyone’s reflections of their 2018 @cbnationals. It’s pretty damn cool to see the widespread impact just one event has on so many. Hats off to everyone who put the work in to making it the greatest week of the year.
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The calm atmosphere of the Expo center first thing in the morning is easily one of my favorite parts of my @cbnationals day.
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I certainly don’t tweet much about my professional life (or really anything non-midget related for that fact,) but this is going damn cool. I am incredibly honored & fortunate to be given the trust, resources, and team to pull something like this off.
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I would like to say “welcome back” to @RossWece but he never really left the WRG family having helped on multiple fronts all season. I am pumped for what he brings to this new roll and the great things to come from it. This does however mean we can now car pool to lunch.
Some Personal news: Excited to announce that I’ve accepted a job offer to return to the @WorldofOutlaws as their new Director of Video Content! So excited to reunite with @BrianCarter6, @BrianRDunlap, and all the incredible people at World Racing Group.
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Apparently I am the only one on this flight with @cbnationals parts as my carry-ons. Judging by the looks from other travelers, they certainly don’t realize that load-in is a quick 35 days away.
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Well, the @Apple products continue to impress me…. Even they understand the pure excitement surrounding @cbnationals load-in day.
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If anyone has any interest in being part of our program, message me & let’s have some fun.
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If I accomplish nothing else in motorsports, I will always have this….
Parking update for @Xtreme_Outlaw @MillbridgeRacin. I pulled in and parked, not one person gave two fucks about where i parked and i was eventually greeted with a “hey, if you need anything let us know” 👍🏼👍🏼
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I don’t believe there is a better ambassador and roll model in the sport then @KodySwanson. Kody’s victory lane interviews should be a required lesson for every young kid before they race their first race.
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Got asked today if I had thought about plans for the @cbnationals yet. Had to reply “Son, that planning is a daily occurrence 365 for me”.
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What a great time to be alive! First load of dirt dropped for the 2018 @cbnationals! Just 25 short days until load in. Photo Credit - Martin Edwards
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Not one official, driver, or team said after last night’s @Xtreme_Outlaw race “wow that was outstanding, let’s do that 2 more times.” Today everyone came together aligned & raced each other close, hard & with respect. I couldn’t be more pumped about the racing quality we had.
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It appears that the UPS driver eats lunch next door to our shop before making his daily drop here. Would it be inappropriate to just walk over & ask if I can grab my parts off of his truck? It would only save him stop and me the wait. .
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I am incredibly fortunate to witness some of the greatest racing each and every week. I probably even take it for granted, to the point it doesn’t often register. This weekend hit like no other. The @WorldofOutlaws truly are “the most awesome sight in all of motorsports”.
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Admittingly I am pretty numb to wrecks, but not tonight, the ride @JoeySaldana took tonight scary. Incredibly thankful to get word he is ok.
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As a warning, i am at the helm of the @dirtvision studio tonight. Any issues can be attributed to myself or possibly the questionable Asian food truck i grabbed dinner from an hour before show time.
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I preach often that the @cbnationals is as much about the people as it is the racing. It’s an absolute honor to have our friends from @radiusbob back onboard this time with @garytaylorGT and now to welcome @partsauthority to our pit with @CaseyShuman.
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@Walkapedia_ You go to the Chili Bowl to hang out with the friends you have, not make new ones. .
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Every year at the @cbnationals I am faced with a slight moral dilemma when @RossWece brings the go pros. We have some nice protective cases for them, but that’s weight. As some may know - not a fan. At least these will help me sleep better knowing I did my part.
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Finally a lightweight, trick set of midget wheel spacers & nuts. 100% Magnesium & beautifully Dow 7 coated. The nuts alone weigh less then 2.5oz. When you throw them in the air they just about don’t come back down. If you want or need a set (doesn’t everyone?) let me know!
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Rise and shine boys and girls! The doors open in 30 minuets to kick off the greatest week of the year. Happy Move In Day! @cbnationals.
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Ever sit back and think of just how many people are trying to assemble something at this very moment with the cheap flimsy alen wrench that is supplied in the product hardware bag?.
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