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GP 1/8 Sweden. Salven interview (10/06/2006)

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Ronald Baar

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SWEDISH GP 1:8IC TRACK    
9-11:th OF  JUNE 2006

Driver: Michael Salven
Car/Engine: Serpent 960, Mega ZX-21 DS II
Tires: Jaco
Fuel: Runner Time
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Q1. Welcome to Sweden, what do you think of the Staffanstorp track?
MS: Very unique, difficult chichane and a funny straight (it is not straight…hehe)

Q2. Is there anything special regarding the setup for this track?
MS: The need for max traction, but also a lot of turn in.

Q3. How is your car and engine performing?
MS: I would say 90%, still need a little more of both….

Q4. Who do you think look strong here?
MS: Collari, Ielasi

Q5. Your expectations for the coming Euros in July?
MS: I hope we are doing fine and have many Serpent cars and Mega engines in the final.

Q6. Who do think/hope will win the Euros in July?
MS:  Serpent!

Q7. Why is 1:8IC Track racing such a fun sport?
MS: So powerful, it is Formula 1 in a small scale….

Q8. Any advice for new 1:8IC Track drivers?
MS: Go to a track and try to learn, take advice from better drivers.
Enjoy all the technical stuff etc….

Thank you for your time, good luck at the GP and EC!
/Team Serpent
Special Reporter: Per Ola Hard



Salven discussing set-up with father Blok

Salven discussing set-up with father Blok