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Eagle Motorplex 2008
preview.
June 11, 2008
West Coast Pro Mod 2008 season
preview.
The 2008 season for the West Coast Pro Mod association looks to be a
series that is going to be 'Nitrous' strong. WCPM's is an association
that seems goes through car (and engine type) changes every couple years.
The last couple seasons, the blower cars have been more prevalent, with
guys like Joe Delehay, Trevor Lowe and Glen Kerunsky dominating. Prior
to that, Dennis Radford and Pat Stoken in the nitrous variety were the
dominant players. This year it looks like the Nitrous cars are going
to make up the majority of the fields. A number of the long standing
teams that have fielded nitrous cars moved up big time with new cars
and new power. Vern Mills has a new 55 Chevy, his favorite car model
and major power from Custom Balance. Ross Hogenson took delivery of
a new 63 Corvette, after his dreadful crash at the '07 Rocky Mountain
Nationals. The Vogt brother also have a new car, also a 63 Corvette,
and early testing at Vegas went very well. Rod Pearce took delivery
of his new 63 Corvette last year, and has a year of testing under his
belt. Don Snavely is in his second year with his 07 Corvette, and he
will be behind the wheel of that awesome ride later this season. Wayne
Hofer is back in the series and will drive his trusty Acadian (Nova),
until his new 63 Corvette is ready to go. Tom Meheden has new power,
a Fulton 712 cu in monster. Perry Thyr has got more power (706 Fulton)
as well, and will be back full time this season. Dennis Radford and
Billy Harper will run a couple events (Denver and Boise) and will be
major threats at both, as they are two of the top nitrous teams in the
country, with Harper shattering the record books at ADRL events already
this season.
For the blown contingent in 2008, Tom Johanns plans to run the whole
series, and he has a couple new BAE bullets at his disposal. Joe Delehay
will likely not defend his title, as he has cut back his schedule due
to work commitments, and will make it out to select events in 2008.
Trevor Lowe is taking the year of and will return in 09 with the teams
trusty 57 Chevy. Rick Di Stefano will be back out in 08 with the 53
Corvette and new blown power, and will race a few WCPM events. BJ Verkler
in his unique 1954 blown sedan will be at two or three events in 2008.
Bryon Mackey and the team's 41 Willys will try and make it out to a
couple races this season. Dave Jackson will run one or two events this
year as well. When the teams head west to Mission, a couple local team
will surely come out and play including Keith Korecki (nitrous) Glen
May (blown) and Jay Syvertsen (blown). That race has gone back to an
8 car field for 2008. The Mission race is two weeks after this weekend's
Salt Lake race and then the teams get a month and a half off before
they head to Boise for the hugely popular Nightfire Nationals. That
event will see a huge car count and no doubt a record setting track
bump spot. The week after the nightfires, the series heads to Bandimere
Speedway for the first time ever. That event will showcase many of the
local cars in the area as well as the full time WCPM teams who are very
excited to compete at the mile high track. The series then heads to
Billings for the season finale and a hope for better weather than the
canceled season opener
Who will be the major players in 2008? My guess is Tim/Dan Vogt, Ross
Hogenson, Vern Mills, Tom Meheden and Tom Johanns will be the top five
at the end of the year.
The entry list for this weekends event at Salt Lake one of the most
popular event on the schedule is below:
Vern Mills
Tom Meheden
Wayne Hofer
Tim & Dan Vogt
Ross Hogenson
Perry Thyr
B.J. Verkler
Tom Johanns
The season schedule is as follows:
June 14 Rocky Mountain Raceway, Salt Lake City, Utah
One day Evening & night race in front a huge crowd
June 27-29 Mission Raceway Park, Mission, BC
(Friday June 27 is an open test for Pro Mods)
Weekend before Rocky Mountain Nationals.
August 8 - 10 Firebird Raceway
Nightfire Nationals, Boise, Idaho
(Perhaps the largest independent drag race in the West)
August 16 - 17 Inaugural WCPM event
Bandimere Speedway, Denver, Colorado
August 30-31 Yellowstone Dragstrip, Billings, Montana
Season Finale
The event this weekend at Salt Lake is a one-day affair with the winner
and runner-up going six rounds (including qualifying) in one day. It
is a battle of the fittest for sure. For Hotel info and run times go
to the Salt Lake race page at the association web site, www.westcoastpromods.com
June 10, 2008
Bellemeur Joins SynOil TA/FC
Team
The Edmonton, Alberta based SynOil Racing Top Alcohol Funny Car team
led by owner Geoff Goodwin along with crew chiefs Wally and Ryan Protz
has tapped Sean Bellemeur to drive their 2007 SynOil Chevrolet Monte
Carlo. The SynOil team will make their debut with their new driver this
weekend at the 20th annual Fathers Day Funny Car Classic at Race City
in Calgary.
Bellemeur, 26, from Tustin, CA has been idle for most of the season
and is excited to be back behind the wheel. "To say I missed driving
is the ultimate understatement. I was like a caged animal. I'm very
happy and feel very fortunate to be involved with a team with the caliber
of guys like Geoff and the father/son tag team of Wally and Ryan Protz.
Not to mention the major sponsor from SynOil and support from its President
John Edwards. I can't wait to get started" said Sean.
The decision to add the youthful Bellemeur to the team is a result of
the team's new direction and enthusiasm with co-crew chief Ryan Protz
being one of the youngest crew chiefs in Top Alcohol competition. "When
I first met with Sean, I could see right away that his enthusiasm and
drive to win is right up there with mine. Our communication has been
great and I think we will have a very lethal combination out on the
race track" Ryan stated.
Following this weekend's race in Calgary the SynOil team will head to
Seattle for the NHRA Division 6 race in Seattle. The entire team is
excited to hit the race track, and race fans are invited to meet the
team, their new driver, and learn more about SynOil Racing.
SynOil Fluids is a supplier and distributor of base commodity fluid
products to the Western Canadian Oilfield. These commodities include
hydrocarbon fracturing with tight gas and conventional oil and gas applications.
For more information please visit www.synoil.ca
April 23, 2008
Opening day is almost upon us, and the ERA gang and
friends have been working extremely hard to get the track ready. Our
commitment to keeping this track a racers and family track is showing
with the excitement and anticipation of the arrival of April 26th.
There are a lot of changes at Eagle this year, from schedule and rule
changes, to a few new classes, new concession personal, some new equipment
and general improvements and upgrades around the facility.
RJ Enterprises VP Fuels will be back at all races with a fuel depot
at the track.
We have new people looking after the concession stand and are promising
some outstanding meals from omelettes and pancakes for breakfast to
steak sandwiches for dinner. They are going to try and talk you into
leaving the cooking to them.
This year with the addition of The Blown Alky Series sponsored by RJ
Enterprises VP Fuels and The Outlaw Door slammers sponsored by Cutting
Edge Performance, should make racing and spectating at Eagle Motorplex
very exciting at Eagle. Both series will be qualifying on Saturday with
3 passes and eliminations on Sunday. These are grass roots classes and
must run quicker than 7.99 for The Blown Alky Series and 8.99 and quicker
for the Outlaw Door slammers. The reaction from racers wanting to run
this class is fabulous. We will be having cars from Alberta, B.C. and
Washington running in these series. With the addition of these 2 classes,
our program at Eagle should be well rounded and not intrusive to our
main goal of being a bracket racers track. We have also added for the
first time this year a hot rod class for people that generally run only
at the nostalgia races to further enhance our bracket racer program.
The C.M.D.R.A. is back again with their season opener on our May long
weekend. They are really excited about this year with some really quick
mid 6 second times coming from their Top Fuel Class.
We will be running a "Pinks" style race again this year following
our May 10th race. Back by popular demand, Ken Orser has consented to
do the arm drop start again; he has only one request, no 37 ½
length handicap starts. We are going to change the format a little and
will be choosing the 16 participants closest together in times from
our Pro, Super Pro, Sportsman and Sports Compact classes. We will than
run a single race with the winner to move on until the final round which
will be a best of three. Each round will have negotiations for 1 minute
via live microphone and then run. The cost to get in will be $15.00
and the final winner will take all.
A first for Eagle this year will be Wayne and Tami's wedding which will
take place at the track Friday evening August 15th with the reception
to follow at the Cache Creek hall. The wedding is open to everyone.
Another first this year is The Lucas Oil Nostalgia Race which will take
place July 19th-20th. We have opened it up to all cars 1980 and older
and running classes much like The Langley Loafers Old Time Drags. There
is going to be a special dinner prepared at a minimal fee and the first
ever outdoor concert which is included in your pit pass. We are going
to have The March Hare Show band live at the track playing some good
old rock and roll music for us. Check out their website and email us
with some songs you would like to hear.
This year will be the 21st Annual Langley Loafers Race at Eagle. The
excitement just keeps on coming, as the Nostalgia Funny Cars will be
here for the first time ever. This will be a points race for them and
will be here with a full complement of cars as well the Canada West
Door Slammers will be back to provide some outstanding entertainment.
Due to the popular demand on this race, spectator parking will be restricted
to outside the gate. There will be free overnight camping to all people
that wish to attend this event that are not racing in the spectator
parking area.
August 16th and 17th will be the 6th Annual Zimmer Wheaton Thunder in
the Desert weekend, featuring the Blown Alcohol Cars, the Outlaw Door
Slammers along with some special guests that will get announced at a
later date for the Saturday night race. There will be again double the
Payout for the night race.
July 12th-13th weekend will feature The Aurora Electronics 12th Annual
night race and again will be Christmas in July with prizes for the best
decorated pit spots. There will be 1 ½ times the payouts again
this year and Wally's for all classes. This year entertainment will
be provided by the exciting Canada West Door Slammer Association and
the wheel standing B.C. Super Shifters Association.
There will be 2 jacket races again this year with Lucas Oil sponsoring
the April 26th spring race and TCS Performance Products sponsoring the
fall September 13th race.
Please give some thought as to whether you can make the trip to Boise
Idaho for the NHRA ET Finals on the September long weekend. We will
have to get started on fundraising very early this year to help cover
some of the expenses for the trip down there. Last year we had just
about a full team and did a great job at Woodburn and will be hard to
match this year because of the location.
We look forward to another great year at Eagle
March 20, 2008
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Todd Hoerner and John Woods have signed
a partnership agreement that will allow them to compete in a minimum
of 5 NHRA Pro Stock events in 2008 season, and possibly beyond. Todd
will be driving his 2007 Jerry Haas built Dodge Stratus, with David
Nickens supplying the Hemi horsepower. Performance Auto, located in
Oklahoma City OK, will be the primary sponsor and partner on the car.
Performance Auto specializes in buying and selling top notch race cars,
classic cars, motorhomes, and racing trailers. There website is www.iperformanceauto.com.
Todd is very excited about this opportunity and is eager to get started.
Todd's schedule which will be finalized in the next few days, will see
him testing in Tucson Az, before heading to debut in Las Vegas, Seattle
Wa, Sonoma Ca, Indianapolis In, Dallas Tx, and Las Vegas in the fall,
and a few other possible races.
Todd would like to thank John Woods and Gene Gooch of Performance Auto,
David Nickens, Matt Hartford, Automax USA,Total Seal, Vandervert Automotive,
and all of his friends for their support, and excitement. Todd is eager
to begin testing in the next few weeks.
IHRA
“One for the Ages” at San Antonio Raceway
Top Fuel Icons Chris Karamesines and Fred Farndon, with a combined
110 years of racing experience, to square off Friday, April 4 at Amalie
Oil Texas Nationals
Chris Karamesines and Fred Farndon have seen everything there is to
see when it comes to Top Fuel racing. In fact, they have been through
every technological advance the class has ever gone through. They have
been there from the beginning and continue to drive in the class, getting
behind the wheel of the most powerful vehicles in competitive motor
sports.
They have taken much different paths during their Top Fuel careers,
but it will all come full-circle Friday at the Amalie Oil Texas Nationals
when the two legends will go head-to-head during the evening qualifying
session.
Farndon, born in Toronto Sept. 4, 1938, has been driving a Nitro car
since the late 1950’s. Karamesines, who broke the 200 mph barrier
at Alton Dragway on April 4, 1960, will turn 80 years old this season.
The Chicago-based driver is a member of the Professional Motorsports
Hall of Fame.
During their careers Karamesines and Farndon have squared off against
pretty much every driver to ever drive a Top Fueler professionally.
From the old-timers like Tommy Ivo to the new guns like Clay Millican
and Bruce Litton, Karamesines and Farndon have toed the starting line
with them all, with one exception…the two have never faced each
other on the track. That will change April 4 at San Antonio Raceway
when the pair will go toe-to-toe in the evening qualifying session of
the Amalie Oil Texas Nationals.
“I’m looking forward to it, it should be a lot of fun,”
Farndon said of taking on the ‘Golden Greek,’ “Of course
I would rather race him in the finals so we’ll just see how things
shake out.”
“I’m excited about racing him…then again I love racing
against anybody,” Karamesines said. “I just love to race.
Racing is what keeps me going. When you go to the track and get to spend
time with people like Bobby Lagana and the rest of the drivers in the
Top Fuel class it, there’s nothing better than that.”
Farndon worked as a lifeguard, pinsetter at a bowling alley and stock
boy at a local grocery story to save enough money to buy his first race
car in the early 1950’s. He has been going at it ever since. Though
there are some distinct changes since the day he made his first pass
in Cayuga, one thing remains the same.
“The advances in safety are the biggest difference between when
I started racing and now,” he said. “Back then there really
weren’t any rules and you did whatever it took to go fast. Now,
with the manufacturers working with the racers to improve the equipment
as far as safety is concerned, things are much, much safer. But the
main goal still is to have fun and go as fast as you can.”
“Back then no one told you what you could or couldn’t do,”
Karamesines added. “Now we’re all much more informed as to
what’s safe and what isn’t. We still want to go fast…that’s
what it’s all about.”
One thing is for certain, Friday night when they go up against each
other in San Antonio it will be a truly historic moment in drag racing.
“I can’t wait to see this,” IHRA president Aaron Polburn
said. “We’ll be looking at over 110 years of drag racing experience
going down the track. It will be an unparalleled moment in all my years
as a fan of drag racing, one of those moments you will always remember.”
The Amalie Oil Texas Nationals are scheduled April 4-6 at San Antonio
Raceway. Professional qualifying will begin Friday at 7:00 p.m. There
will be three professional qualifying sessions Saturday with final eliminations
beginning Sunday at 10 a.m. For more information please visit www.sanantonioraceway.com
or www.nitrojam.com.
About IHRA
Headquartered in Norwalk, Ohio, the International Hot Rod Association
(IHRA), a division of Live Nation, promotes professional, semi-professional
and local level racing opportunities for drivers at all levels. The
$21 million Knoll Gas Nitro Jam™ Drag Racing Series is an 11-event
North American professional drag racing circuit. In 2008, the series
will be comprised of eight events in major cities throughout the United
States and three in Canada. The Summit Racing Equipment Pro-Am Championship
presented by Mr. Gasket consists of competition at national events and
40 events in six regional divisions, while IHRA’s Summit SuperSeries
is conducted nearly every weekend at over 90 IHRA-sanctioned tracks.
Providing a safe environment to develop future stars, IHRA offers the
Junior Dragster Racing Series for youths ages 8-17. Stand-alone events
include Live Nation’s entertainment-filled “Thunder Jam”
shows and the street legal racing and lifestyle event series Street
Warriorz. More information can be found at www.nitrojam.com.
About Live Nation
Live Nation is the world's largest live music company. Our mission
is to inspire passion for live music around the world. We are the largest
promoter of live concerts in the world, the second-largest entertainment
venue management company and have a rapidly growing online presence.
We strive to create superior experiences for artists and fans, regularly
producing tours for the biggest superstars in the business, including
The Rolling Stones, Barbra Streisand, Madonna, U2 and Coldplay. Globally,
we own, operate, have booking rights for and/or have an equity interest
in more than 160 venues, including House of Blues® music venues
and prestigious locations such as The Fillmore in San Francisco, Nikon
at Jones Beach in New York and London’s Wembley Arena. Our websites
collectively are the second most popular entertainment/event websites
in the United States, according to Nielsen//NetRatings. In addition,
we also produce, promote or host theatrical, specialized motor sports
and other live entertainment events. In 2006, we connected nearly 60
million fans with their favorite performers at approximately 26,000
events in 18 countries around the world. Headquartered in Los Angeles,
California, Live Nation is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, trading
under the symbol “LYV.”
NHRA
Free NHRA driver autograph session at The Palms Resort Casino to
kick
off NHRA SummitRacing.com Nationals at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
LAS VEGAS - A free NHRA driver autograph session will kick off the
annual NHRA SummitRacing.com Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor
Speedway. The event will take place from 7-8 p.m. on Thursday, April
10, at The Palms Resort Casino at 4321 W. Flamingo Road in Las Vegas.
Several show cars will be on display and drag racing fans will have
the
opportunity to meet their favorite drivers, including 2007 NHRA POWERade
Drag Racing Series champions Tony Schumacher (Top Fuel Dragster), Tony
Pedregon (Funny Car) and Jeg Coughlin Jr. (Pro Stock) - as well as
Hillary Will, David Grubnic, Jim Yates, Justin Humphreys and Kenny
Koretsky. Many more drivers are expected to join the list as the event
draws near. The event at The Palms also will feature several
fan-interactive attractions.
For more information, please contact the LVMS Public Relations office
at
(702) 632-8231 or visit www.LVMS.com.
NHRA SummitRacing.com Nationals schedule:
Tuesday, April 8
Noon-6 p.m. - Pit parking (midway only).
Wednesday, April 9
8 a.m.-6 p.m. - Parking, registration, tech inspection (all categories).
Thursday, April 10
7:30 a.m. - Spectator gates open.
8 a.m.-6 p.m. - Registration and tech inspection opens (all categories).
9 a.m. - Sportsman qualifying.
4 p.m. - Comp Eliminator qualifying session.
6 p.m. - Track closed.
7-8 p.m. - Free NHRA autograph session at The Palms Resort Casino (4321
W. Flamingo Rd.)
Friday, April 11
7:30 a.m. - Spectator gates open.
7:30 a.m.-Noon - Final registration and tech inspection (pro teams,
Top
Alcohol teams and Comp only).
8 a.m. - Sportsman eliminations.
10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - Two Comp Eliminator qualifying sessions.
1 p.m. - Pro Stock qualifying.
1:30 p.m. - Top Fuel Dragster, Funny Car qualifying.
2:30 p.m. - Top Alcohol Dragster, Top Alcohol Funny Car qualifying.
4 p.m. - Pro Stock qualifying.
4:30 p.m. - Top Fuel Dragster, Funny Car qualifying.
5:30 p.m. - Top Alcohol Dragster, Top Alcohol Funny Car qualifying.
6:30 p.m. - Track closed.
Saturday, April 12
7:30 a.m. - Spectator gates open.
8 a.m. - Sportsman eliminations.
9:45 a.m. - First round of Comp eliminations.
10:15 a.m. - Sportsman eliminations continue.
11:30 a.m. - Second round of Comp eliminations.
Noon - Pro Stock qualifying.
12:30 p.m. - Top Fuel Dragster, Funny Car qualifying.
1:30 p.m. - Top Alcohol Dragster, Top Alcohol Funny Car qualifying.
3 p.m. - Pro Stock qualifying.
3:30 p.m. - Top Fuel Dragster, Funny Car qualifying.
4:30 p.m. - Top Alcohol Dragster, Top Alcohol Funny Car qualifying.
6:30 p.m. - Track closed.
Sunday, April 13
7:30 a.m. - Spectator gates open.
10 a.m. - Pre-race ceremonies.
11 a.m. - Final eliminations.
4:30 p.m. - Track closed.
March 14, 2008
Spiering qualifies at NHRA Gatornationals
Eaton Cutler-Hammer Pro Modified team faces fellow Canadian
in round one of finals in Gainesville
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA (March 15, 2008) - The Eaton Cutler-Hammer Pro
Modified Corvette, driven by Carl Spiering, qualified 14th with a 6.223-second
231.75-mph pass in the JEGS ProMod Challenge Series at this weekend’s
39th annual ACDelco NHRA Gatornationals the famed Florida drag strip.
“The plan was with only two qualifying attempts to play it conservative
on the first lap,” explained Spiering after his final qualifying
run at Gainesville Raceway in Gainesville. “We beefed things up
for our second and final attempt and unfortunately shook the tires,
peddled and aborted the run.”
The first day of professional qualifying was cancelled after persistent
rain Friday. Sunday's starting field was set on two sessions held on
Saturday afternoon.
The Carl Spiering Motorsports newly-constructed Tim McAmis Race Cars-manufactured
1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray will face fellow Canadian Raymond Commisso
from Toronto, Ontario in the first round of the final eliminations.
“We have our work cut out for us in round one racing Raymond Commisso,
he’s a tough cookie,” said the 43-year old Spiering from Jordan,
Station, Ontario. “It doesn’t get any easier after that when
we’ll face Danny Rowe or Tony Pontieri from Toronto.”
“The guys will work on the Eaton Cutler-Hammer Road Warrior tonight
and put the final tune-up in the ERD Supercharged Hemi in the morning
and give it our best,” added Spiering.
Final eliminations for the field of 16 Pro Modified finalists is set
for the 39th annual ACDelco NHRA Gatornationals Sunday in Gainesville,
Florida at Gainesville Raceway and will start at 10:30 a.m.
For information, call (800) 884-NHRA (6472) or visit www.gainesvilleraceway.com
The Carl Spiering Motorsports Team, www.carlspiering.com would like
to thank Cutler-Hammer and Powerware brand products for their continued
support along with his associate sponsors: (ATC) Aluminum Trailer Co.,
Competition Tire Canada - Goodyear Racing Tires, ERD (Engine Research
& Development), Excel Tool & Die, Tim McAmis Race Cars, NGK
Spark Plugs, Pennzoil®, PSI Superchargers, Bicknell Racing Products
(BRP), The Trailer Shop, VP Racing Fuels, Aeroquip Performance Products,
G-Force Race Cars Inc., Cynergy Composites, Scott Jahren Paint and JET
Equipment and Tools Ltd.
For more information about Carl Spiering Motorsports, please contact
Bruce Mehlenbacher at Bruce@JAJEntertainment.com
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Stivers Qualifies No. 13 on Final Attempt in Gainesville
Gainesville, Fl – Rick Stivers used his final run on Saturday
to qualify the Tindle Racing GT 500E Promod Mustang in the No. 13 in
the JEGS Promod Challenge at Gainesville Raceway.
Stivers had just two chances to qualify for eliminatons after rain
washed out Friday's qualifying rounds. After a tire-shake opening run
for 9.064 seconds at 100 mph, which placed him on the DQ list, the Kentucky
native was down to a single run to qualify for the 16-car field. Crew
chiefs Mike Janis and Mike Janis Jr provided a tune up that put Stivers
in the field.
"It wasn't the prettiest pass, but we are in the show," said
Stivers. We had a problem about half track and I knew something was
wrong when I saw Scott Ray drive by me as if I was standing still. She
was on a real good pass."
Stivers will face Kirk Kuhns tomorrow for the first round of eliminations.
Tindle Racing would like to specially thank TEI (Tindle-Enteprises
Inc), MSD Ignition, Goodyear Tires, TORCO Racing Fuels, NGK Sparkplugs,
Lucas Oil, and Huntsville Engine for their continuing support. For more
information on Tindle Racing visit www.TindleRacing.com
About Our Sponsor:
Tindle Enterprises Inc. "T.E.I" is a locally owned contracting
company in Freeport, FL that specializes in underground utility and
quality site construction. The company serves the Panhandle and continues
to grow to meet the high demand. Our company is firmly established with
a set of strong values: Total Dedication, Excellent Performance, and
Individual Customer Satisfaction.
DNQ for Tindle in Gainesville, Plans to Test
2007 AMS Promod Challenge Rookie of the Year Tim Tindle failed to qualify
in the JEGS Promod Challenge at the ACDelco Gatornationals, Gainesville,
FL, after he was forced to abort each run during his attempts.
Rain on Friday forced NHRA officials to cancel all qualifying sessions,
leaving teams with only two attempts on Saturday to make the field.
After those two sessions were complete, Tim Tindle and the Tindle Enterprises'
team sat outside in the No. 19 position.
"We really needed the qualifying session on Friday, which really
hurt us," said Tindle. "It puts the pressure on everyone when
you only have two attempts."
"We made several changes during the off-season and didn't get
to test as much as we needed to, and it shows. But, we will get better.
We just need more passes and information. Mike Janis, son Janis Jr.,
and the entire team have been working around the clock to make it happen
and it will. The team and I are planning to stay here in Gainesville
and test on Monday. "
Fortunately Tindle's teammate, Rick Stivers, made the field and will
be competing in tomorrow's eliminations.
Tindle Racing would like to specially thank TEI (Tindle-Enteprises
Inc), MSD Ignition, Goodyear Tires, TORCO Racing Fuels, NGK Sparkplugs,
Lucas Oil, and Huntsville Engine for their continuing support. For more
information on Tindle Racing visit www.TindleRacing.com
About Our Sponsor:
Tindle Enterprises Inc. "T.E.I" is a locally owned contracting
company in Freeport, FL that specializes in underground utility and
quality site construction. The company serves the Panhandle and continues
to grow to meet the high demand. Our company is firmly established with
a set of strong values: Total Dedication, Excellent Performance, and
Individual Customer Satisfaction.
March 13, 2008
Carl Spiering looking forward to Gainesville
Eaton Cutler-Hammer Pro Modified team preparing for NHRA Gatornationals
JORDAN STATION, ONTARIO (March 13, 2008) – The Pro Modified drag
racing team of Carl Spiering Motorsports is planning for a good showing
at its first 2008 NHRA event this coming weekend.
“We’re looking forward to Gainesville,” said Spiering,
driver of the Eaton Cutler-Hammer sponsored 1963 Corvette. “This
will be our first time running at the Gators and we can’t wait.
It’s a great track to race on and we want to put on a good show
for the fans.”
Spiering and his team will be competing at the ACDelco Gatornationals
in northern Florida in the JEGS ProMod Challenge Series.
The Jordan Station, Ontario based team, headed by Spiering and Crew
Chief Terry Vince, has spent time testing the newly-constructed Tim
McAmis Race Cars-manufactured 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray in Georgia.
“We learned a lot in Valdosta testing, and I’m confident that
we’ll be ready for the Gatornationals,” added Spiering. “There
were some new car jitters that we worked out and there’s no question
the ERD (Engine Research & Development) 526-cubic inch Supercharged
Hemi has the power we need.”
“It’s important that I thank Eaton Corporation's electrical
business (Canadian Operations) that provide the primary sponsorship
of our drag racing team for the seventh consecutive year,” commented
the 43-year old Spiering. “I also want to thank our list of associate
sponsors and the JEGS ProMod Challenge Series for inviting us to participate
in the first tour event.”
The 39th annual ACDelco NHRA Gatornationals will be held in Gainesville,
Florida March 14-16 at Gainesville Raceway.
For information, call (800) 884-NHRA (6472) or visit www.gainesvilleraceway.com
The Carl Spiering Motorsports Team, www.carlspiering.com will compete
at selected International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) events in Torco’s
CompetitionPlus.com Pro Modified category, National Hot Rod Association
(NHRA) events in the JEGS ProMod Challenge Series, and Pro Modified
Racing Association (PMRA) events and venues, which will serve the marketing
needs of Eaton's electrical business.
Carl Spiering Motorsports would like to thank Cutler-Hammer and Powerware
brand products for their continued support along with his associate
sponsors: (ATC) Aluminum Trailer Co., Competition Tire Canada - Goodyear
Racing Tires, ERD (Engine Research & Development), Excel Tool &
Die, Tim McAmis Race Cars, NGK Spark Plugs, Pennzoil®, PSI Superchargers,
Bicknell Racing Products (BRP), The Trailer Shop, VP Racing Fuels, Aeroquip
Performance Products, G-Force Race Cars Inc., Cynergy Composites, Scott
Jahren Paint and JET Equipment and Tools Ltd.
About Eaton's Electrical Business (Canadian Operations):
Eaton's electrical business is a global leader in electrical control,
power distribution, and industrial automation products and services.
Through advanced product development, world-class manufacturing methods
and global engineering services and support, Eaton's electrical business
provides customer driven solutions under brand names such as Cutler-Hammer®,
Powerware®, Durant®, Heinemann®, Holec® and MEM®,
which globally serve the changing needs of the industrial, utility,
light commercial, residential, and OEM markets. For more information,
visit www.eatoncanada.ca
Eaton Corporation is a diversified industrial manufacturer with 2007
sales of $13.0 billion. Eaton is a global leader in electrical systems
and components for power quality, distribution and control; fluid power
systems and services for industrial, mobile and aircraft equipment;
intelligent truck drivetrain systems for safety and fuel economy; and
automotive engine air management systems, powertrain solutions and specialty
controls for performance, fuel economy and safety. Eaton has 70,000
employees and sells products to customers in more than 150 countries.
For more information visit www.eaton.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Bruce F. Mehlenbacher
Director of Media Relations
Carl Spiering Motorsports
Telephone: (905) 772-1800 Ext. #22
Cellular: (905) 517-5345
Fax: (905) 772-1799
E-mail: bruce@jajentertainment.com
Website: www.carlspiering.com
March 3, 2008
Stawicki and G-Force ready for 2008 PMRA season
Veteran New York team always a strong contender
MEDINA, NEW YORK (March 5, 2008) – Always in the midst of battle,
the team of Mike Stawicki and G-Force Race Cars will return to Pro Modified
Racing Association action for 2008.
“We’re going to do as many big races as close to home as possible,”
said Stawicki from his Western New York base. “We plan on the Cayuga
(TMP) races, Grand Bend, and hopefully the New York dates,” when
asked about the team’s PMRA plans. “Everything depends on
how the season goes.”
Running a state-of-the-art 1967 Camaro-bodied Pro Modified, the Stawicki
521-cubic inch Billet Brad Anderson (BAE) supercharged Hemi in the G-Force
entry is always in contention and the team campaigns in both IHRA and
NHRA competition. After a fitful start last year, the team rebounded
at Rockingham in October with a 5.97-second run, and according to DMPE’s
Jon Salemi, there will be more power for 2008.
“We’ve got the M5 supercharger built by DMPE (Darren Meyer
Performance Engineering) said Salemi, and we were the first to run in
the fives with it.” Salemi also mentioned the team has been working
recently in finding more power.
“We spent all winter on Mike’s new engine dyno,” he added.
“There’s an increase in power.”
While Stawicki is a 30-year plus veteran drag racer, he has made his
mark in the Pro Modified ranks over the past several seasons, and credits
this success to his team.
“I have a lot of great people that support me on this team,”
mentioned Stawicki, who won the PMRA Challenge at Toronto Motorsports
Park in 2005. “Jim Salemi (crew chief) gives me the best ride around.
G-Force Race Cars enable us to put the power to the ground and Darren
Mayer from DMPE Inc. provides me with great a supercharger. It’s
all about team work.”
While the Stawicki car is a rolling test bed for G-Force, the company
builds seven to 10 Pro Modifieds per year. Some of its customers include
PMRA competitors Carl Spiering, Mike Janis, along with the IHRA-based
cars of Ed Hoover and Eddie Ware.
The red Camaro of Stawicki and G-Force will be ready for the PMRA season
opener, the Victoria Day Weekend - PMRA Challenge at Toronto Motorsports
Park in Cayuga May 17-18.
PMRA tour stops in 2008 include two dates at Toronto Motorsports Park
in Cayuga, Ontario, New York International Raceway Park and Dunn Tire
Raceway Park in New York, Sanair in Quebec, and the Southwestern Ontario
track of Grand Bend Motorplex.
Negotiations are underway with several US race tracks based in Michigan,
New York, Ohio and Pennsylvania with the plan of presenting a seven-event
PMRA drag racing series this season.
For more information, contact Bruce F. Mehlenbacher mehlenbacher@ProModifiedRacing.com
About the Pro Modified Racing Association (PMRA):
The Pro Modified Racing Association, www.ProModifiedRacing.com, was
organized late in 2004, started racing operations in 2005, and is entering
its fourth year of operation. The PMRA is a self-governing organization
with input from its teams, and adheres to the technical and safety rules
as outlined by the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) and the
National Hot Rod Association (NHRA). The series has event venues in
Ontario, Quebec, and New York State.
Cars in the PMRA capture the true spirit of hot rodding, and the class
is one of drag racing’s most exciting and colorful classes, offering
a diverse group of race cars with different types of 2,500-horsepower
supercharged, nitrous powered and turbocharged engines.
No Pro Modified team has dominated in the history of PMRA events. In
2005, 2006, and 2007, each event was topped off with a different winner,
and 2006 Grand Bend Motorplex winner Joe Boniferro became the first
repeat winner in series history, winning the 2007 Grand Bend race.
Combining classic body styles and modern equipment, constructors are
permitted, within established rules and parameters, to modify and enhance
the cars in both appearance and performance. The cars are fuelled by
gasoline or methanol, propelling them down the quarter-mile in low six-second
times at over 200 miles per hour. The PMRA provides drag race fans the
opportunity to see, hear, and experience the popular Pro Modifieds,
known as "the world's fastest door slammers".
March 1, 2008
New York International Raceway Park to hold inaugural
race June 7
LEICESTER, NEW YORK (February 28, 2008) – In its quest to present
the best in Pro Modified drag racing, the Pro Modified Racing Association
Presented by Torco Racing Fuels Ontario is pleased to announce its inaugural
race at New York International Raceway Park in Leicester, New York.
The PMRA Challenge will be held at New York International Raceway Park
Saturday, June 7.
“This is a real positive step forward,” said PMRA Director
of Operations Bruce Mehlenbacher. “We’re very pleased to be
running at a new track, and providing another quality venue for our
teams to compete.”
Opened in 1970, New York International Raceway Park is just south of
Rochester, and has been known as Motor City Raceway and Dragway 36.
It is an IHRA sanctioned facility and was home to the IHRA’s Empire
Nationals in 1991.
The new New York International Raceway Park owners Vito and Sylvia Antonicelli
said they are excited to be presenting the PMRA Pro Modifieds.
“We have watched the growth of this series,” mentioned Vito,
“and the PMRA has developed into a top touring series with great
cars and racers. We look forward to presenting them to the Western New
York area fans this June.”
Mehlenbacher also mentioned that for several of the PMRA teams, racing
at NYIRP will be close at hand.
“For several of our teams, including the Rochester-based team of
Joe Caruso and Mike Cusimano, Guenther Racing from Livonia, New York,
and new PMRA member Randy Jewell of Holley, New York, this will be racing
in their backyard,” said Mehlenbacher. “We have other New
York-based teams such as the Grainy Brothers, Mike Stawicki, Joe Lilienthal,
and Mark Mitchell who will also appreciate having another event in their
home state.”
The New York International Raceway Park race will be the second stop
for the 2008 PMRA tour.
PMRA tour stops in 2008 include two dates at Toronto Motorsports Park
in Cayuga, Ontario, New York International Raceway Park and Dunn Tire
Raceway Park in New York, Sanair in Quebec, and the Southwestern Ontario
track of Grand Bend Motorplex.
Negotiations are underway with several US race tracks based in Michigan,
New York, Ohio and Pennsylvania with the plan of presenting a seven-event
PMRA drag racing series this season.
For more information, contact Bruce F. Mehlenbacher mehlenbacher@ProModifiedRacing.com
About the Pro Modified Racing Association (PMRA):
The Pro Modified Racing Association, www.ProModifiedRacing.com, was
organized late in 2004, started racing operations in 2005, and is entering
its fourth year of operation. The PMRA is a self-governing organization
with input from its teams, and adheres to the technical and safety rules
as outlined by the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) and the
National Hot Rod Association (NHRA). The series has event venues in
Ontario, Quebec, and New York State.
Cars in the PMRA capture the true spirit of hot rodding, and the class
is one of drag racing’s most exciting and colorful classes, offering
a diverse group of race cars with different types of 2,500-horsepower
supercharged, nitrous powered and turbocharged engines.
No Pro Modified team has dominated in the history of PMRA events. In
2005, 2006, and 2007, each event was topped off with a different winner,
and 2006 Grand Bend Motorplex winner Joe Boniferro became the first
repeat winner in series history, winning the 2007 Grand Bend race.
Combining classic body styles and modern equipment, constructors are
permitted, within established rules and parameters, to modify and enhance
the cars in both appearance and performance. The cars are fuelled by
gasoline or methanol, propelling them down the quarter-mile in low six-second
times at over 200 miles per hour. The PMRA provides drag race fans the
opportunity to see, hear, and experience the popular Pro Modifieds,
known as "the world's fastest door slammers".
Photo Credit: Mike Goodwin - www.mgdigital.ca and Rob Potter
January 10, 2008
Mick Snyder's new 'Stang for the 08 season.
Mike Janis signs Total Power and Autometer for his
run at the 08 IHRA Championship.
Two-Time IHRA Pro Modified Series Champ, Mike Janis,
and Total Power Racing Batteries have agreed to partner for Janis' 08'
run at a third title.
Kenny Pariza, owner of Total Power Racing Batteries in Vista, California,
is proud to be affiliated with Mike Janis Racing. "Mike and his
crew epitomize what Total Power Racing Batteries stand for, consistent
performance in all environments under any conditions."
Team Owner and Driver, Mike Janis, understands the importance of a
powerful battery in a Pro Mod. Being able to rely on a quality battery
is a must in our class of racing. Pro Mod is the only class that is
mandated to have a self-starting engine on a blown alky motor. "We
need to know that we can trust our starting system every run. Knowing
the quality of Total Power Racing Batteries gives us one less thing
to worry about," said Janis.
Originally created to power the F-117 Stealth, B-2 Bomber and many
others, this is not your ordinary battery. All Total Power batteries
are hand made to rigorous military standards. Total Power Racing Batteries
are your best choice for today's sand cars because they provide superior
vibration and shock resistance, flawless performance in all environments,
a non-spillable / maintenance free design, AGM construction, capable
of being mounted in virtually any position and deliver up to a whopping
1500 cranking amps from a lightweight battery you can count on. Custom
battery boxes to meet your installation needs are also available.
Facts about Total Power Racing Batteries:
· All batteries are hand made in ISO 9001:2000 Certified facilities.
· Non-Spillable / Maintenance Free design. The case will not
leak if damaged. Mounts in virtually any position.
· Exceptionally low internal resistance that generates greater
starting power and allows for faster recharging time.
· 20% lighter than comparable "light-weight" batteries
of equal power.
· Superior shock and vibration resistance due to AGM construction.
· Inter-cell connectors are twice the normal size to prevent
unwanted failures.
· Over 400 charge / discharge cycles to 80% depth of discharge
(DOD)
Powered many cars to BAJA 1000 / 500 victories.
For more information on Total Power Racing Batteries go to: http://www.totalpower-racingbatteries.com
Autometer
Elma, NY – When a team decides to make an all out
run for a championship it needs to gather a War Chest before the season
begins. That is what Mike Janis Racing is currently doing. After the
recent PRI show in Orlando Mike Janis Racing is pleased to be adding
AutoMeter Gauges to its "War Chest" of sponsors.
Team Owner and Driver Mike Janis is proud to be associated with AutoMeter.
"When you speak of quality performance gauges its AutoMeter and
that's it. AutoMeter is not only a brand name, over the last fifty years
it has become the standard. Kind of like when you ask for a Kleenex
every one knows your asking for a facial tissue. It's great to have
AutoMeter's support," said two time IHRA Pro Modified Series Champion,
Mike Janis.
Auto Meter is an American owned and operated company. Since AutoMeter's
beginning in 1957, they have devoted a tremendous amount of time and
resources into maintaining a strong leadership role. AutoMeter is serious
about manufacturing the absolute best instruments in the automotive
aftermarket. AutoMeter's commitment to NASCAR Winston Cup, Busch Grand
National, NASCAR Craftsman Series, NHRA and IHRA helps to insure that
drivers can rely on the products they produce. AutoMeter's involvement
allows them to provide innovative, useful instruments for all classes
of racing. After all, Stock Car Racing, Drag Racing and Street Rodding
were "Born in America" and they are glad to be your partner
in this exciting market.
For information on AutoMeter and their products:
Auto Meter
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413 West Elm Street
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Bill Reichert shows off his wares
Rislone to display NHRA World Champ Reichert's Nitro Dragster at World
Drag Expo
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. - Two-time defending NHRA Top Alcohol Dragster World
Champion Bill Reichert will display his Rislone Engine Treatment backed
injected nitro dragster at the upcoming World Drag Expo, Jan. 19-20,
at the Schaumburg Convention Center in Schaumburg, Ill. The Rislone
dragster will be the centerpiece of the main entrance into the show
hall.
The World Drag Expo is one of the premiere trade shows in the motorsports
industry. Clayton Parks, Vice President of Marketing for Bar's Leaks/Rislone
is excited to have Reichert's championship-winning car on display.
"We are extremely excited to display Bill's championship-winning
car at this year's World Drag Expo," said Parks. "The car
will be in a great location, so it's sure to garner a lot of attention.
We can't think of a better way to showcase the Rislone Engine Treatment
brand to the motorsports industry than Bill's injected-nitro dragster,
which is the quickest and fastest in the history of the class."
The show will open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 19, and open
from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 20. For more information regarding
the show, log on to www.WorldDragExpo.com.
The flagship Rislone product is Rislone Engine Treatment. America's
best-selling engine treatment has been enhancing automobile engine performance
for more than 85 years. Rislone Engine Treatment reduces friction &
wear, quiets noisy lifters & valves, and removes & prevents
sludge build-up. New Rislone products include: Rislone Compression Repair
with Ring Seal, Rislone Oil Stabilizer with Engine Treatment, Rislone
Transmission Stabilizer with Stop Slip and Rislone Power Steering Stabilizer
with Stop Leak. Find out more at www.Rislone.com
Based in Holly, Mich., Bar's Products is an ISO 9001:2000 certified
company. For more information about any Bar's Leaks or Rislone products,
visit www.barsleaks.com
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