Team Ireland at Petit RC

[ian h]

7 of us entered for this at the moment, try and get in for this if you can. Was awesome last year. Paddy wagons are ready to roll. We should probably bring 2 at this stage but there's no problem getting 3 if we need them!!!!
Details at www.race.petitrc.com

[Legacy555]

7 of us entered for this at the moment, try and get in for this if you can. Was awesome last year. Paddy wagons are ready to roll. We should probably bring 2 at this stage but there's no problem getting 3 if we need them!!!!
Details at www.race.petitrc.com (http://www.race.petitrc.com)

Are we all going to be whipped by Colin again this year??

[Mugenextreme]

Need to watch out for the quite ones Will.

[Mugenextreme]

I have entered and paid already. Will book time off this week. So count me in.

[Legacy555]

HOTEL & TRAVEL INFO

Hi All,
I know it's months away, but Xmas will rattle in quickly followed by panic unless info is passed around now.

TRAVEL:
At the moment there are 7 drivers going (+ Dave Bolger I expect). It has been proposed that a camper van is taken along with my Xantia (any other suggestions welcome) and maybe split everyone up so that it costs everyone the same. Ferry out at 8am from Dublin Port on Friday 14th Jan. You can expect to be at the race track at 3.30pm. There are two options regarding coming back. Leave on Sunday for the night ferry or stay another night, do the post-mortum over a beer or two, and come back at a leisurely pace on Monday afternoon - home for about 6 o'clock in the evening. Please make you preference known asap.

HOTELS:
Option 1, There is a Travelodge Express that is cheap but not cheerful. About 15 euro a night per person (2 sharing), but you really do only get what you pay for! Only food is from Vending machine etc. Be warned.
Option 2, is my preference, The Hilton at East Midlands Airport. About 40 euro a night per person (2 sharing), but there is a restaurant, bar etc. and it's generally more civilised.
Anyone wishing to avail of the Travelodge - it's no problem collecting you each morning on the way to the track.

BOOKINGS:
Ferries: I get a 10% discount with Stenaline - so I'll work out a price and come back to everyone based on a 8 persons spread between a camper and car.
Hotel: I suggest that everyone gets into groups of 2 and books their own hotel based on their preference between Hilton/ Travelodge / Other etc. The hotels will need to be booked very soon!!!!

More info later :)

[Legacy555]

Hi all,

I just had a look at ferries. Camper + Xantia + 8 people will cost only
80 euro a head return!!! Can anyone do cheaper?

[Legacy555]

More Track info from ardent website

we will be converting the Raceway into a 480sq.mtr off-road multisurface buggy track. We will paint a track layout on the wooden floor and mix in grit to give a bit of grip in areas, then lay a combination of astro turf and carpet with smooth wooden jumps to simulate jumps seen on outdoor tracks - all-in-all 4 different types of surface.

[MiCk B.]

All sounds good.

I'm in and paid.

My preference would be the travel lodge & last ferry back on the Sunday night.

MiCk B. :-)

[blade]

Looking forward to seeing the track sounds awesome either hotel see how the funds are

[ian h]

I'm on for the Hilton hotel and back Monday. I only ever stayed at a travelodge once before and I vowed never again.

[Legacy555]

Irish drivers so far

1. John Dungan - Hilton, back either
2. Ian Hunter - Hilton, back Monday
3. Michael Bolger - Travellodge, back Sunday
4. Tony Kavanagh - Premier Inn, back either
5. Nigel Dungan - Hilton, back either
6. Colin Whelan -
7. William White - Hilton, back Monday
8. Dave Bolger (?) -

[blade]

Had a look hilton wins by a nose for me either sunday or monday

[tony6187]

hilton for me back either day

[tony6187]

just looking at the premier inn east midlands airport.works out roughly 22 euro a nite.have stayed in premier inns before and they where nice

[Legacy555]

just looking at the premier inn east midlands airport.works out roughly 22 euro a nite.have stayed in premier inns before and they where nice

Have changed your preference to Premier Inn above.

As I said in my earlier post, it's probably best to get into groups of 2 and book independently - saves any messing.
I'm happy to do the rounds in the Xantia to both/all the hotels and collect everyone each morning.

[ian h]

All paid up now, can't wait!!!!!

[ravens]

More Track info from ardent website

we will be converting the Raceway into a 480sq.mtr off-road multisurface buggy track. We will paint a track layout on the wooden floor and mix in grit to give a bit of grip in areas, then lay a combination of astro turf and carpet with smooth wooden jumps to simulate jumps seen on outdoor tracks - all-in-all 4 different types of surface.

wood,carpet,astro...which tyre for this multi surface track? :eh?:

[mole2k]

Tyres wise yellow minispikes I would imagine!

I wish I could get to this, unfortunately I happen to be buying a house around the same time as this event so all my money has already been accounted for several times over :(

[snige]

the track sounds it could be tricky should be good crack yea hilton sounds cool goin home either day i dont mind:thumbsup:

[tony6187]

Are we all going to be whipped by Colin again this year??
just noticed this,but i finished ahead of colin in 4wd last year:p

[tony6187]

who has actually booked their hotel?

[ian h]

I think will has booked the Hilton for him and me.

[Legacy555]

I think will has booked the Hilton for him and me.

Yeah Ian, we're booked. Hilton, Twin Room, Fri/Sat/Sun nights.
Total cost 240 EURO for both of us + £5/night for parking(??? will be wriggling out of that if possible - hate getting ripped off!!).

Doesn't include breakfast - but we'll be gone before it starts anyway.
Maybe try and pay for it on Monday morning.

[Legacy555]

Irish drivers so far 25/9/10

1. John Dungan - Hilton, back either
2. Ian Hunter - Hilton (booked with Will), back Monday
3. Michael Bolger - Travellodge, back Sunday
4. Tony Kavanagh - Premier Inn, back either
5. Nigel Dungan - Hilton, back either
6. Colin Whelan -
7. William White - Hilton (booked with Ian), back Monday
8. Dave Bolger (?) -

Ferry times change after 05 Jan 2011, so have no sailing times yet.
You can take it that for outbound on the friday we will all need to be in Dublin Port at 7.00am. You will be back in Dublin on Monday evening at about 6.00 pm.

[tony6187]

Yeah Ian, we're booked. Hilton, Twin Room, Fri/Sat/Sun nights.
Total cost 240 EURO for both of us + £5/night for parking(??? will be wriggling out of that if possible - hate getting ripped off!!).

Doesn't include breakfast - but we'll be gone before it starts anyway.
Maybe try and pay for it on Monday morning.

was looking last night and couldnt get it for less than 300 euro.ill look again.travellodge 102 per room,premier inn 120 per room

[Legacy555]

was looking last night and couldnt get it for less than 300 euro.ill look again.travellodge 102 per room,premier inn 120 per room

http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/EMAHNHN-Hilton-East-Midlands-Airport-hotel/index.do?WT.srch=1

£65 per night per room. I only booked it this morning.

[tony6187]

cheers was looking at the uk website(which is acting a bit funny)

[MiCk B.]

All,

Dave, Tony & myself are booked into the Premier Inn at the East Midlands airport.

We're booked in 'til Monday.

MiCk B. :-)

[blade]

hey all myself and nigel booked into hilton til monday

[ian h]

hey all myself and nigel booked into hilton til monday
Good Lads!!!! Let the games begin!!!!!!!!!!!!!:woot::woot::woot::woot:

[blade]

a yea should good crack hope the bar stocks up on the stella:lol:

[Legacy555]

[QUOTE=Legacy555;416847]Irish drivers so far 25/9/10

1. John Dungan - Hilton (booked), back either
2. Ian Hunter - Hilton (booked), back Monday
3. Michael Bolger - Premier Inn (booked), back Monday
4. Tony Kavanagh - Premier Inn (booked), back either
5. Nigel Dungan - Hilton (booked), back either
6. Colin Whelan -
7. William White - Hilton (booked), back Monday
8. Dave Bolger - Premier Inn (booked), Back Monday

QUOTE]

Just Colin so.....

[ian h]

I see that Ivan is on the list now, hopefully he gets a place.

[kartstuffer]

Are there any spare beds at the premier inn for friday and saturday nights ?
I think i have had an entry accepted as they just asked me to validate it.
If all is ok i will fly over fri 8pm and back sunday at airport 7pm.
I dont know what time it finishes at but that`s when the flight is.

[ian h]

You should be ok timewise. You may miss the raffle and prizes etc. If you have not paid your entry then I would advise that you do as you are more likely to get in. If you don't get in it will be refunded at some point.

[Legacy555]

Fingers crossed for Ivan and Karl.
If were clever about distributing the race gear there should be room for the pair of you in the Xantia for the trip over.

Book your rooms asap though!!! Also don't know if Colin Whelan has booked accommodation yet, so it would be a good idea to liaise with him and share.

[Legacy555]

Irish drivers so far 25/9/10

1. John Dungan - Hilton (booked), back either
2. Ian Hunter - Hilton (booked), back Monday
3. Michael Bolger - Premier Inn (booked), back Monday
4. Tony Kavanagh - Premier Inn (booked), back either
5. Nigel Dungan - Hilton (booked), back either
6. Colin Whelan -
7. William White - Hilton (booked), back Monday

Non-invitational drivers (fingers crossed for them)
8. Karl Rankin - flying back Sunday night
9. Ivan Thomson

Team Manager/Chief Shit Stirrer/Person in charg of Michael
10. Dave Bolger - Premier Inn (booked), Back Monday

[Mugenextreme]

Fingers crossed for Ivan and Karl.
If were clever about distributing the race gear there should be room for the pair of you in the Xantia for the trip over.

Book your rooms asap though!!! Also don't know if Colin Whelan has booked accommodation yet, so it would be a good idea to liaise with him and share.

Hilton booked :thumbsup:

[snige]

Hilton booked :thumbsup:

penthouse suite for the king!!!!!:woot:

[kartstuffer]

Thanks Will, if you guys can squeeze my gear in , as i have to fly over due to work fri & monday. If i don`t get an entry i might just go anyway to support the Irish team!!!.& keep dave out of trouble.

[Legacy555]

Thanks Will, if you guys can squeeze my gear in , as i have to fly over due to work fri & monday. If i don`t get an entry i might just go anyway to support the Irish team!!!.& keep dave out of trouble.

Yeah, can't see taking your gear as a problem, same for Karl.

[ian h]

Looks like Ivan is in, he has moved up onto the drivers list.

[Legacy555]

Looks like Ivan is in, he has moved up onto the drivers list.

Excellent, I paid his entry today - team Ireland is nearly as big as team portugal now :)

[Legacy555]

Just want to check that everyone has their hotels booked.....??......
I'll work out a plan with Ian about getting there and come back to everyone with a price.

[tony6187]

myself,mickand dave are booked into the premier inn

[Legacy555]

There are some photos of the Ardent Raceway offroad track in the Photos section of www.dublinmodelracing.com (http://www.dublinmodelracing.com)

[mixer]

Here a video of the 4Wheel drive in action on the Ardent Raceway.:thumbsup:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQiKKnmLQhg

[Legacy555]

Here a video of the 4Wheel drive in action on the Ardent Raceway.:thumbsup:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQiKKnmLQhg

Well spotted :thumbsup:

[mixer]

there's a video of Ardent raceway showing you around the place.:)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBIqlU9Rjgo

[snige]

local pub 2mins away could be trouble:woot::woot::woot:

[blade]

team balls out could be flat out on the pub floor:woot:

[Legacy555]

team balls out could be flat out on the pub floor:woot:

haha:thumbsup:

[Legacy555]

1. John Dungan -
2. Ian Hunter - Driving
3. Michael Bolger -
4. Tony Kavanagh -
5. Nigel Dungan -
6. Colin Whelan -
7. William White - Driving
8. Dave Bolger -
9. Ivan Thomson - Flying

Hi guys, its time to start planning our flights/ferries
I need to know who is planning on flying so that I can work out the ferry costs. Let me know.

Ian can get a camper if there is enough people interested, Otherwise we can take cars/vans etc.

[MiCk B.]

3. Michael Bolger - Driving
8. Dave Bolger -Driving

MiCk B. :-)

[tony6187]

tony kavanagh driving

[blade]

myself and nig the stig driving

[Legacy555]

1. John Dungan - Driving
2. Ian Hunter - Driving
3. Michael Bolger - Driving
4. Tony Kavanagh - Driving
5. Nigel Dungan - Driving
6. Colin Whelan - Driving
7. William White - Driving
8. Dave Bolger - Driving
9. Ivan Thomson - Flying



Hi all, this is probably the best plan - any other suggestions?
Ferries (Camper or van + Car) + 8 people + diesel for both works out at about 110 euro each

I can get a van F.O.C, but it will only take 3 passengers - so we would need a biggish car to take the remaining 5 passengers. A Camper would sort this problem as it takes 6, but it may add to the cost.

One final option is to take John's van and two other cars - but brings individual cost up to about 140 euro each.

[Mugenextreme]

Can i make a alternative option.

Use the van and send all the gear plus 3 people on the boat.
The rest flight. Rent a people carrier . No worries about how to get people to the venue and stuff like that.

Flight to east midlands via ryanair(2 flights a day morning and evening 7 days a week) and Car rental for the likes of a ford galaxy between 6 works out at around 80-85euro if booked now. Say hand over a few quid to sub bringing the gear in the van and to even the cost for all.

[ravens]

Im sorry to hijack your thread,but where do you rent a galaxy for 85euro?
I've payed 100euros (3day rent) for a VW golf at London Luton europcar,but im in time to cancel.
If you know a cheaper rent a car let me know.

[Mugenextreme]

Raven, price is the cost per person for car rental for a people carrier type plus flights. Car is something around 250 depending on the cover and extras for 4 days.

[ravens]

OK Mugen got it.Thanks.

cya team Ireland next January.

[blade]

hi all just reading all the different ways of going to petit, the van i use is a work van i am going to ask to use it but usually when i am not using it someone from work is.nig has his van but not sure if all hauler bags and cars will fit in :thumbdown:

[Legacy555]

To help work this out - here is the individual costs of everything,

Ferry - Car + 1 - 100 euro each way
Ferry - Van + 1 - 140 euro each way
Ferry - Camper + 1 - 130 euro each way
Ferry - Additional passengers - 9 euro each way per person

Flight - to Birmingham - 48 euro each return if booked now
Car hire - 80-85 euro per person

Diesel - Hire Car - 50 Euro
Diesel - Van - 100 euro return
Diesel - Car - 80 euro return

[MiCk B.]

Here's what I'm working out the total cost for driving, 3 in the van and 5 in a car. With the total cost split evenly.

Cost per person, €91.50, see attached for calculation, feel free to check the figures.

MiCk B. :-)

[Legacy555]

Here's what I'm working out the total cost for driving, 3 in the van and 5 in a car. With the total cost split evenly.

Cost per person, €91.50, see attached for calculation, feel free to check the figures.

MiCk B. :-)

Looks like the ideal (and cheapest!!) solution. I can get the LT35 Van, just need to sort a car that will take 5 happily.

Edit - Just confirmed that I can have van for that weekend with owner - sorted!

[Legacy555]

Hi all,

The plan is pretty much set.
Ian is hoping to have a big cumfy Mercedes to take 5 people.
I will have a big van to take all of the gear and 3 people.

Can everybody give me 100 euros as soon as possible? and I will sort out the difference as soon as everything is paid for - hopefully I'm refunding everyone with a few quid.

Will

[blade]

sounds like a plan:thumbsup:

[Legacy555]

Latest News,

1. Ian has large Mercedes to carry 5 drivers organised
2. I have large van organised for carrying all the gear and 3 drivers.
3. Stena-line are giving us a deal, but I won't have details till next week.
4. I need to start collecting money off people - Mick Bolger has paid me, everybody else needs to give me 100 Euro asap, and we'll sort out the difference when the bills are paid - hopefully I'm refunding you all with a few quid.

Will

[Legacy555]

1. John Dungan - 100 Euro Paid
2. Ian Hunter -
3. Michael Bolger - 100 Euro Paid
4. Tony Kavanagh -
5. Nigel Dungan - 100 Euro Paid
6. Colin Whelan -
7. William White - 100 Euro Paid
8. Dave Bolger -
9. Ivan Thomson - Flying, no payment needed

Hi all,
It would be greatly appreciated if you could pay up this Thursday or Sunday. No word from Stena Line yet today. Keep you posted.
Regards,
Will

[ian h]

1. John Dungan - 100 Euro Paid
2. Ian Hunter -
3. Michael Bolger - 100 Euro Paid
4. Tony Kavanagh -
5. Nigel Dungan - 100 Euro Paid
6. Colin Whelan -
7. William White - 100 Euro Paid
8. Dave Bolger -
9. Ivan Thomson - Flying, no payment needed

Hi all,
It would be greatly appreciated if you could pay up this Thursday or Sunday. No word from Stena Line yet today. Keep you posted.
Regards,
Will
See you saturday at the commitee meeting.

[Legacy555]

Hi all,
It would be greatly appreciated if you could pay up this Thursday or Sunday. No word from Stena Line yet today. Keep you posted.
Regards,
Will

Hi all,

Good news, the ferry has been booked and paid for.
Itinerary as follows;

Outbound;
Friday 14th Jan @ 0820hrs - Dublin Port

Return;
Monday 17th Jan @ 1350hrs - Holyhead

Loading of race equipment;
The plan is for everybody to meet at the Naul on Thursday evening to load the van with all of your gear.

Meeting at the Port on Friday Morning;
I suggest that we meet in 3 groups.
I'll collect 2 x Bolgers in the Van from their house.
Ian and Tony come from southside together.
Colin and 2 x Dungans come from northside together.

You need to be at the port (Stenline Terminal) at 0715hrs on Friday morning at the latest!!!

Anyone wanting to avail of Stena Plus can buy it on the day.


RE: Food + Drink
For those staying in the Hilton - 24 Hour bar & snacks - restaurant till 10pm
http://www.hilton.co.uk/HiWayWeb/appmanager/portals/hotel?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=hotel_dining_detail&diningId=46&ctyhocn=EMAHNHN

[Legacy555]

1. John Dungan - 100 Euro Paid
2. Ian Hunter - 100 Euro Paid
3. Michael Bolger - 100 Euro Paid
4. Tony Kavanagh - 100 Euro Paid
5. Nigel Dungan - 100 Euro Paid
6. Colin Whelan - 100 Euro Paid
7. William White - 100 Euro Paid
8. Dave Bolger - 100 Euro Paid
9. Ivan Thomson - Flying, no payment needed


Hi all,
we're all set to go - see you all in the Naul on Thursday from about 6.30 pm to load up the van.

I'll be uploading to the "photos" section on the club website in the evening after each day of the event.

[Legacy555]

Saturday Timetable is here >>> http://www.petitrc.com/prcrace2011/rule/SaturdayTimetable.pdf
Sunday Timetable is here >>>> http://www.petitrc.com/prcrace2011/rule/SundayTimetable.pdf

Looks like we can look forward to a nice lie in both mornings!!!! :o:o:o :thumbsup:

[Legacy555]

ATTN: All driver going to the Petit Race,

I have to collect the van from Drogheda on Thursday after work, so I won't be in the Naul till about 6.30 or so. Mick Bolger is going home after work to collect gear, so he will be later than normal also.

I'll be there till about 8pm, incase anyone wants time to run a car.

Please bring everything that you want to take to the event with you on Thursday night so that we can pack it neatly into the van.

Will

[Mugenextreme]

Saturday Timetable is here >>> http://www.petitrc.com/prcrace2011/rule/SaturdayTimetable.pdf
Sunday Timetable is here >>>> http://www.petitrc.com/prcrace2011/rule/SundayTimetable.pdf

Looks like we can look forward to a nice lie in both mornings!!!! :o:o:o :thumbsup:

Is there a list to show what heats we are running in anywhere??

[Legacy555]

Just saw this on Petit Race website:

UFO Race information:
For this 5th edition I decided to select THE BEST driver of each country in 3 classes!
Do your best!


No pressure Colin :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

[Mugenextreme]

:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[robbieb]

Best of luck to all entering the race this weekend :thumbsup:

[MiCk B.]

All packed and ready for the 7am ferry!!

MiCk B. :-)

[mole2k]

I wish I was coming :(

My bank account does say that I was correct in assuming that I couldn't afford it though!

[Legacy555]

What a fantastic weekend!!! All the racers did team Ireland proud!! Great performances from all and a marked improvement on last year - especially from Ian Hunter - Durango looked great all of Sunday - his result doesn't match his performance!!. High qualifying from Mick and Will showed that we are getting there!!! May it continue!

Photos: http://picasaweb.google.com/irishwill555/PetitRace2011# (http://picasaweb.google.com/irishwill555/PetitRace2011)#

Results:

2wd:
William White - qualified 42 - finished 50 (broken CVD pin)
Michael Bolger - qualified 65 - finished 63
Colin Whelan - qualified 85 - finished 88
Nigel Dungan - qualified 88 - finished 90 (didn't finish final)
Tony Kavanagh - qualified 95 - finished 94
Ian Hunter - qualified 99 - finished 95
John Dungan - qualified 104 - finsihed 104

4wd
Michael Bolger - qualified 58 - finished 58
Colin Whelan - qualified 9? - finished 98
Tony Kavanagh - qualified 110 - finished 101 :D
Nigel Dungan - qualified 108 - finished 103
John Dungan - qualified 105 - finished 108
William White - qualified 102 - finished 110 (DNS final)
Ian Hunter - qualified 118 - finished 112

Well done to all !!! Rumour is that it may be Moto-Arena in Silverstone next year :drool:

[Mugenextreme]

8th in the I final will.

[MiCk B.]

Tony K won his final from 10th on the grid.

I'd say drive of the team.

Even after all the issues with inference and glue related madness........

MiCk B. :-)

[robbieb]

Well done guys, ye all done Ireland proud :thumbsup:

[Eiremaxx]

Niceone lads good stuff out there

[kartstuffer]

Well done guys ,great qualifying by mick getting a win and out front in one heat in 2wd, it looked as if you got a clean run in one heat you were well up there.Hope i get there next year.
What was the last final will got into ???

[Legacy555]

Well done guys ,great qualifying by mick getting a win and out front in one heat in 2wd, it looked as if you got a clean run in one heat you were well up there.Hope i get there next year.
What was the last final will got into ???

2wd: E Final :D
4wd: no comment :blush:

[kartstuffer]

what was the ufo final???

[Legacy555]

what was the ufo final???

Don't know what it actually means, but unidentified flying object sounds about right....... especially Hupo's "through the roof" attempt.

[mole2k]

Good results guys!

I HAVE to see if I can make it next year!

[tony6187]

Tony K won his final from 10th on the grid.

I'd say drive of the team.

Even after all the issues with inference and glue related madness........

MiCk B. :-)
:lol:
Well if your going to do something do it
right:p

[Click]

Hi Lads,

Fair play to everybody on the Irish team, you did us proud:thumbsup:

I looked at a few of the heats & one of the finals live, it almost felt like I was there.

Best bit was Will's description of the 'Wall of Death' very funny :D:D


Kevin

[colmo]

Good results guys!

I HAVE to see if I can make it next year!

You're not the only one - Moto Arena is overdue a pilgrimage in my case...

Who had the Durango, and how many entrants were there in each class?

[ian h]

You're not the only one - Moto Arena is overdue a pilgrimage in my case...

Who had the Durango, and how many entrants were there in each class?

Me for the Durango and about 140 in each class.

[colmo]

Gave up on the Cat then?

Good result, guys - I've heard the standard is very high at the Petit. Perhaps I'll get a chance to try avoiding the wooden spoon...

[Click]

The preparation the Irish Team put into the Petit race was fantastic. It's great to see top class athletes honing their skills, minds & bodies to ensure they are in tip top condition to conduct battle on the track.

This one picture just sums up the hard core commitment the Irish Team has: http://www.oople.com/rc/photos/petit2011/2wd/gallery/DSC_4202.html

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:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup: :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

[tony6187]

The preparation the Irish Team put into the Petit race was fantastic. It's great to see top class athletes honing their skills, minds & bodies to ensure they are in tip top condition to conduct battle on the track.

This one picture just sums up the hard core commitment the Irish Team has: http://www.oople.com/rc/photos/petit2011/2wd/gallery/DSC_4202.html

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:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup: :thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:
what can i say,when ur dedicated ..............:lol: