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JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« on: April 12, 2011, 07:43:06 PM »
At the Mojave Mile.

Hope you're OK John and not hurting too bad. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you or your family.

Best wishes and get well soon, we are sending positive thoughts your way.
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #1 on: April 12, 2011, 08:04:49 PM »
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #2 on: April 12, 2011, 08:24:39 PM »
He's OK but you may want to wish him well too? :id:
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #3 on: April 12, 2011, 08:30:01 PM »
Talked to John today. He is going to be fine.

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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #4 on: April 12, 2011, 08:35:07 PM »
 Thanks for the heads up Jay! Glad to hear he is OK! He most likley feels like he was hit buy a truck! He is a very lucky man, it could have been alot worse.
 On a lighter side, it was very nice to finally meet you Jay!
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #5 on: April 12, 2011, 08:38:55 PM »
He's OK but you may want to wish him well too? :id:

We all wish him a speedy and complete recovery, of course.

I think Joe has wished him well like 4-5 times, on this and other sites. Did you read the Mojave thread?

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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #6 on: April 12, 2011, 08:50:58 PM »
Yes, I wanted to offer up a dedicated thread for John's well wishes as that thread was started as a report on the mile.
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #7 on: April 12, 2011, 09:17:40 PM »
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To whom it may concern,
I Had No Idea what a Firestorm I accidentally started :( !
When I got the phone call this Sunday from my Tuner,and Big Brotha Gil Nevarez :grn:!
The Moment John had his accident. He was very concerned,and I was in Shock to be Honest
John,and Michelle Noonan :luv: took me under their wings after I saw the Nat Geo Special on Bonneville Racing :tu:!
I had to try it :twisted: !
I've Raced Motorcycles since I was a Kid,but never really knew about LSR :bah:.
Through the Last few Years it's been a Rocky Road at Best. Those of you that know Him ,know what a Bugger he CAN BE !!!
{I'm being Nice here :wink:}
 My written intentions are not always understood,and I've been Banned by more then 1 website for Typing before thinking about what I was trying to say :duh:.
That being said Love Him or Hate Him? He,and Michelle have been a Big influence in my Personal LSR endeavors.
Be it Good or Bad they have been there. When Gil called me I ONLY KNEW He crashed @ Speed during his 2ND run of this past Mojave Mile event.
THANKFULLY SCOTT SITES WAS ABLE TO PUT MY FEARS TOO REST ! I've seen  my share of Racing Worst accidents,and have had my share of Terrible accidents!
It's not pretty ,and I don't wish it on my Worst enemies. Life is to short,and Racing is all I've ever wanted to do. I Still have a Long way to go when it come to my Racing  Goals, and Dreams . Thankfully I was ABLE TO SPEAK TO HIM TODAY :thumb:! I will say things {LSR Racer's have changed Over the last few years } as the Speeds have gone UP,and UP :? ? I Asked him what happened? His answer to me was 'we are not yet sure'  ? When They know I'm sure he will share his experience with whom ever he wants. Till then Lets try and be a Little more Civilized .Because the Next Ultra High Speed Crash may be who ever's Last ! The Last time I checked nobody I knew personally was getting Rich Racing LSR. Pride,and Egos you get for setting a Record  {besides the hat,shirt and wood } is why we do this. Lets all try to be a little Kinder to each other . As You or I could be next 1 TOO Die doing what we LOVE !
Get well my Racing Brother. I know you will be back FASTER THEN EVER  :kickass:
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #8 on: April 12, 2011, 10:58:42 PM »
When I first joined this site, John was among the first to welcome me. When I blew up my engine at Texas, he sent me a set of his stock pistons at no charge. He spent time on the phone with me, walking me through cam timing, gearing and about a thousand other aspects of land speed racing. He also told me about Wossner pistons and rods. I bought a set of each and have been giving them hell in my bike ever since. John is a fantastic ambassador of the sport and I admire the heck out of him.
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #9 on: April 12, 2011, 11:06:51 PM »
Hope its not too bad..get well soon!!

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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #10 on: April 12, 2011, 11:36:47 PM »
I will say this- John has sent parts to me no charge to help me out in the past. He's put up with me calling and picking his brain quite a few times and shared good info every time. We talked about putting lead on my swingarm and he told me the story about Barry Henson crashing badly on Robopti's bike with lead on the arm. It convinced me to skip the lead for now.

John is one of the OG's who set the bar high a long time ago.

Get well John and get back in the saddle. Unfortunately, I've been there and done that.
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #11 on: April 13, 2011, 12:38:31 AM »
John has always been good to me. Always,,, going the extra mile. Literally. He is outgoing, and that kind of person will always have those that are insecure making words or actions of opposition.

Even though he doesn't post here anymore,,, he may read. I wish him nothing but the best. Heal up, Brother.
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #12 on: April 13, 2011, 12:47:59 AM »
For those of you who are not in contact with John I wanted to give an update on his status. I just returned from John's place and he is doing good. He is mobile and moving about, I think he even went to/or did a few hours work today. His spirits are typical John Noonan, he doesn't miss a beat, the man is resilient.
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« Reply #13 on: April 13, 2011, 12:49:44 AM »
What are the details of the accident? Is he home or in the hospital?
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #14 on: April 13, 2011, 12:52:18 AM »
What are the details of the accident? Is he home or in the hospital?

When I left his house he was getting ready to watch the Lakers versus the Blazers.
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« Reply #15 on: April 13, 2011, 04:17:57 AM »
What are the details of the accident? Is he home or in the hospital?

When I left his house he was getting ready to watch the Lakers versus the Blazers.

Good to hear  :tu:
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #16 on: April 13, 2011, 06:18:13 AM »
Glad to hear he is doing well

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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #17 on: April 13, 2011, 07:17:59 AM »
Im glad your ok John   Heal up fast!
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« Reply #18 on: April 13, 2011, 12:26:21 PM »
Get well soon.

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« Reply #19 on: April 13, 2011, 01:29:56 PM »
What are the details of the accident? Is he home or in the hospital?

When I left his house he was getting ready to watch the Lakers versus the Blazers.

Oh well, then we can stop with all of this violin playing and greeting card sending,,, please!,,, he is laughing this off then!
Let's not make his big head any shinier!  :hys:
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #20 on: April 13, 2011, 02:14:50 PM »
What are the details of the accident? Is he home or in the hospital?

When I left his house he was getting ready to watch the Lakers versus the Blazers.

Oh well, then we can stop with all of this violin playing and greeting card sending,,, please!,,, he is laughing this off then!
Let's not make his big head any shinier!  :hys:

Cookie please stop playing violins and sending greeting cards, he has enough already. A question for you Cookie, why do you even post here anymore? I mean after you got banned and all the shit talking you did about this place, the admin and how it was going now where I am suprised you post here.
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #21 on: April 13, 2011, 03:17:43 PM »
What are the details of the accident? Is he home or in the hospital?

When I left his house he was getting ready to watch the Lakers versus the Blazers.

Oh well, then we can stop with all of this violin playing and greeting card sending,,, please!,,, he is laughing this off then!
Let's not make his big head any shinier!  :hys:

Cookie please stop playing violins and sending greeting cards, he has enough already. A question for you Cookie, why do you even post here anymore? I mean after you got banned and all the shit talking you did about this place, the admin and how it was going now where I am suprised you post here.

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« Reply #22 on: April 14, 2011, 04:16:00 PM »
Glad things sound good for John. Best wishes brother  :tu:

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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #23 on: April 14, 2011, 05:43:45 PM »
What are the details of the accident? Is he home or in the hospital?

When I left his house he was getting ready to watch the Lakers versus the Blazers.

Oh well, then we can stop with all of this violin playing and greeting card sending,,, please!,,, he is laughing this off then!
Let's not make his big head any shinier!  :hys:

Cookie please stop playing violins and sending greeting cards, he has enough already. A question for you Cookie, why do you even post here anymore? I mean after you got banned and all the shit talking you did about this place, the admin and how it was going now where I am suprised you post here.
why dont you relax and let John do his own talking...
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Re: JOHN NOONAN DOWN!
« Reply #24 on: April 14, 2011, 05:45:37 PM »
I know you mean well but, on this post and the other topic you jump on everyone.....
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