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31 Aug 2004, 01:53 (Ref:1082045)
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Glenn Seton to DJR for 2005 and beyond
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SETON SIGNS WITH SHELL HELIX RACING Glenn Seton will lead Dick Johnson's Shell Helix Racing Ford team in 2005. The two-time Australian V8 Supercar Champion today signed a two-year contract with Johnson's iconic Ford operation, the longest-established professional race team in the country. Seton and Johnson's new partnership brings together the two biggest Ford names in Australian motor racing. "For Ford, its dealers and all the Ford fans this is clearly an exciting announcement," said Motorsport Operations Manager for Ford Stephen Kruk. "Not only are two Ford heroes joining forces, but more importantly it improves our strength across the Falcon teams. We want strong Ford teams and not just a lone gun taking it up to the opposition." Two seasons since selling his own team, Seton is excited about joining forces with his long-time rival. "Dick and I have raced hard against each other as both drivers and team owners for more than a decade. There's always been mutual respect there, so the opportunity to join forces was too good to pass up," Glenn Seton said. "We've both got a point to prove ... the last couple of seasons have been tough, results wise, for both of us but together we're determined to return to the front of the field. "Another factor is that I've relocated to Queensland, so the team's just up the road, and I can once again take a much more active role with the team. "Dick's equipment and technical resources are the equal of anyone out there, I know the cars are fast and strong, they've got a great track record and great people, so it was a pretty easy decision for me." Johnson is equally delighted to have Seton's signature on a contract. "Frankly, Glenn has the right mix of speed and experience to deliver the results we've been working so hard foR ... it's the final piece of the puzzle for us. "His desire to win hasn't gone away, he's out to prove to the world he's still as competitive as ever, and we can give him the equipment and environment to make that happen. "Our new partnership is an unexpected outcome, for sure, when you consider how many years we're been racing each other but it's a very exciting prospect . we're really looking forward to 2005," Dick Johnson said. Shell Helix Racing is currently in negotiation with contracted drivers Warren Luff and Owen Kelly regarding continued roles in 2005. |
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31 Aug 2004, 02:05 (Ref:1082051)
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avoiding censors, and a new user too, sounds like someone been banned before
 hopefully seton has a bit better luck with a djr falcon than fpv.so that leaves fpv with two seats to fill.. ritter and luff ?? |
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31 Aug 2004, 02:06 (Ref:1082055)
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So I take it Junior Johnson is off to greener pastures in 2005?
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31 Aug 2004, 02:10 (Ref:1082057)
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i wouldnt imagine junior leaving.
fact comes down to who has the better record this year, steve, or warren. ?? |
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31 Aug 2004, 02:13 (Ref:1082060)
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In AA this week DJR where quoted as saying they realise the importance of having the JOhnson name in the team, so my guess is luffy in the unemployment queue
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31 Aug 2004, 02:14 (Ref:1082061)
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Great news for all FORD fans, it propbly won't happen next year but watch out for both 888 and DJR in 06.
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31 Aug 2004, 02:14 (Ref:1082062)
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Funny how Seton will be driving for the guy who called him a "speed hump"
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31 Aug 2004, 02:34 (Ref:1082083)
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31 Aug 2004, 02:40 (Ref:1082089)
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Thats right i didnt see Steves name in it. Thats because i believe hes going to FPR
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31 Aug 2004, 03:11 (Ref:1082119)
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!!I hope it is a Seto/jnr line up for 05!!!
Otherwise.. Yeahie!!! This does mean I'll have to buy some DJR stuff next year!!! Interesting to see where Ford Credit ends up with.. Did they not sign a 2 year deal with FPR at Bathurst last year??? |
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31 Aug 2004, 03:15 (Ref:1082122)
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shell, fujitszu (sp) and ford credit.
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31 Aug 2004, 03:16 (Ref:1082123)
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Re: Glenn Seton to DJR for 2005 and beyond
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31 Aug 2004, 03:18 (Ref:1082124)
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sizzle, that could mean as either test drivers or enduros for next year, just because nothing has been said of junior, might mean, he is safe next year, he isnt there at all, or just arent in negotiation, yet.
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31 Aug 2004, 03:19 (Ref:1082126)
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At least one of my contacts has his finger on the pulse. They say Junior is staying and all that has to be worked out now is who will partner Jose Fernandez in Konica.
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31 Aug 2004, 03:38 (Ref:1082133)
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31 Aug 2004, 03:42 (Ref:1082135)
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Well Done Glenn Seton and DJR - a great move I reckon.
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31 Aug 2004, 03:56 (Ref:1082141)
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Gee that one came out of nowhere! Sure surprised me. This is going to be the biggest season of seat swapping i've seen in a while. Its hard to keep up with it all!
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31 Aug 2004, 04:02 (Ref:1082145)
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There's more to come yet and at least one surprise if my info is correct. Don't ask me yet because i've promised not to reveal yet.
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31 Aug 2004, 04:10 (Ref:1082148)
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I think it will be a good fit for many reasons and I'm glad to see it happen. As I said in the other thread the tasman stuff was about as far off base as you could get.
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31 Aug 2004, 05:03 (Ref:1082197)
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31 Aug 2004, 05:04 (Ref:1082198)
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Fatboy, I don't think it was deleted because the prediction was incorrect, but because of the behaviour of one individual who is constantly bagging another individual.
I have not seen this person harrassing anyone else on this forum who makes mistakes, have you? Don't get me wrong, I'm not just sticking up for GTR but all who bring comments, rumours etc too this forum. If every person was treated like this, no-one would post on here anymore now would they. |
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31 Aug 2004, 05:05 (Ref:1082200)
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Also, judging by the users currently on the forum, you'll find it wasn't even GTR that moved the threads!
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31 Aug 2004, 05:06 (Ref:1082201)
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Hey Pete, now I know you are sworn to a vow of silence...but your surprise, surely you can at least say whether it involves a move in the ford or holden camp...& when can elaborate further...
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31 Aug 2004, 05:07 (Ref:1082202)
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Pete55, (can't help myself) Would this information have to do with DJR or another Team?
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31 Aug 2004, 05:08 (Ref:1082203)
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WELL JUST BEFORE EVERYONE GOES JUMPING TO CONCLUSIONS ABOUT A MODERATOR DELETEING STUFF IN THIS THREAD I'M GONNA JUMP IN AND SAY IT WAS ME WHO EDITTED THIS THREAD
IF YOU HAVE A PROBLEM WITH A MODERATOR PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL TO THE ADMINS AND THEY WILL DEAL WITH THE SITUATION THIS RUBBISH HAS GONE ON LONG ENOUGH AND ITS ABOUT TIME SOME PEOPLE GOT JUST A BIT MORE OF A LIFE |
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