I got the funding! =)

So, I applied for funding from the MIT Techfair to build a new go-kart.  I spent about 15 hours or so fixing up and re-aligning Tri-Force Kart to show off at my interview.  I got it working again just 30 minutes before I needed to be across campus with it, presenting.  I was so confident that it would work that I had my interviewer ride it through MIT's hallways.  And it worked perfectly!

That must have done the trick because I received the full $500 of funding that I asked for!  My next kart is inspired by Charles' Chibi-Mikuvan.  (http://www.etotheipiplusone.net/?cat=112)  My goal is to beat him in both speed, reliability, and, most importantly, moxie!  That is why I will soon be building my own Attack on Titan Kart!  Details to come soon.  =)

Oh.  And if you're wondering why in the world "moxie" matters, check out the Power Racing Series, a series of homemade go-kart races around the country.  Moxie is all about crowd appeal, and it can often be a game changer in the event standings.  Check this out for more information:  http://www.powerracingseries.org/.