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Join the Car Racing Forum at Stock Car Racing Magazine to discuss all auto racing leagues, NASCAR, your favorite team or driver, latest racing news & results, and more.Stock Car Racing Magazine Forumshttp://forums.stockcarracing.comTue, 19 Aug 2008 17:08:02 -0700<![CDATA[FASTRAK $10,000 To Win/$500 To Start Aug 30-31]]>FASTRAK $10,000 To Win/$500 To Start Aug 30-31
$10,000 TO WIN- $500 TO START “PRO LATE MODEL NATIONALS” Wythe Raceway August 30-31st CARNESVILLE, GA (Aug 18) The time has come The race is here that race teams and fans have been talking about all year long. Wythe Raceway, nestled in the mountains of Southwestern VA will once again be the ‘host’ for this incredible event. 2007 saw some of the most incredible racing ever witnessed. There were only two cautions in the 75 lap Main event, where local driver Kenny Peeples won the coveted Grand Prize of $10,000. This race has become a favorite of race team,s as it pays $10,000 to win, and $500 just to make the 32 car main event. Therefore it really gives everyone a chance to make the race. This year there will also be a ‘non qualifiers’ main after the $10,000 to win feature event. The event has become what is known in the industry as a ‘staple event’. The cars keep getting better every year and the crowds have been growing as well. Last year was living proof as the race format was 75 laps with a pit stop on the front straight-away in front of the fans on lap 40. The racing had been so incredible last year, fans actually stood up and clapped and cheered during the pit stop break. “I have never seen anything like it” said track owner Fred Brown. “The fans were excited and we were very proud to see that. It was pretty amazing”. No doubt things got exciting during the 2007 event. Randy Weaver looked like the favorite for the weekend. Then he had a flat early on. Kenny Peeples, Shanon Buckingham, William Thomas. Lee Cooper and others all looked like they had a shot at the win at some point during the race. After making adjustments during the pit stop, Buckingham went backwards once the race resumed having made a wrong choice. Cooper began a march to the front, but Thomas seemed as though he was on a mission when all of a sudden his driveshaft broke coming off of turn two. Until then, he seemed like he might challenge Peeples for the win. Peeples eventually went on to win the 2007 installment of the Pro Late Model Nationals taking home the $10,000 first place prize. $10,000 to win- $500 to start- starting 32 cars Wythe Raceway, Rural Rretreat VA August 29th open practice starts 7:00 until ?? (multiple practice sessions) August 30th Qualifying- Heat races August 31st B Mains- Feature event- Non qualifiers Main event $250 “long haul award” goes to team traveling from the farthest away. More awards to come. FOR PRE ENTRY FORM GO TO www.wytheraceway.com or www.fastrakracing.com and download form. HOST HOTEL: The Wytheville SLEEP INN will also be posting a $250 award for the team staying at the SLEEP INN that travels the furthest for the 5th annual PRO LATE MODEL NATIONALS. Sleep Inn has parking for HAULERS and special rates are available. Conveniently located in Wytheville 12 miles from WYTHE RACEWAY. Directions: I-81, Exit 72 to I-77N, Exit 41. 276-625-0667. Suggest that you make reservation very soon. *code to use when making reservations and at check-in: FAST. *rate: 69.99 double occupancy. *rate is good for all 3 nights- 8/29,8/30,8/31 *ample parking adjacent to hotel It is important to note that within 40 minutes of Wytheville, one of the largest outdoor flea markets in the country will be going on during the same weekend and lodging accommodations are usually scarce. TRAVELODGE, Exit 73, 276-228-3188, near Cracker Barrel, Cars only, ask for Wythe Raceway Discount, Geneva & Phyllis are managers. Red Roof Inn: I-81 Exit 73 Wytheville 276-228-1700. Ample parking for haulers. Wythe Discount, Mgr. Russell Simpson La Quinta, I-81 Exit 73 Wytheville 276-228-7400. Ample parking for haulers. Wythe Discount, Mgr. Russell Simpson Days Inn, I-81 Exit 73 Wytheville, 276-228-5500, Cars only. Kathy Brooks, Mgr, ask for discount TRACK INFO: go to wytheraceway.com, Detailed directions to track. Additional lodging info available as well. CAMPING: Free at track. No hookups. Arrive early, Stay late. Rural Retreat Fishing Lake & Campgrounds 276-686-4331 (six miles from track). Scenic Lake KOA Wytheville, 228-2601. Fort Chiswell RV Park, 276-637-6868. ****The engines used by the teams of the FASTRAK Racing Series can be purchased directly from Chevrolet dealers. Modern Chevrolet: Winston Salem NC. Chris Herge (800) 334-0165 City Chevrolet: Charlotte NC Chris Knight (800) 763-2489 Partners of the FASTRAK Racing Series Include: Goodyear Racing, GM Performance Parts, Sunoco Race Fuels, Modern Chevrolet, City Chevrolet, Heintz Performance, Duralite Wheels, Schoenfeld Headers, Mastersbilt Racing Chassis, TNT Racing Chassis, Rocket Racing Chassis,Goliath Racing Chassis, MK-Direct *THE FASTRAK DIRT LATE MODEL SERIES is based on the GM crate engine program using both the 602 and 604 engine types. All teams utilize Goodyear Racing Tires as the “spec tire” allowing team’s tremendous savings in both engine and tire expense. The National Championship of the FASTRAK RACING SERIES is one of the largest in the United States.

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/7022802/dirt_racing/fastrak_10000_to_win_500_to_start_aug_30_31/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/7022802/dirt_racing/fastrak_10000_to_win_500_to_start_aug_30_31Thu, 14 Aug 2008 01:08:31 -0700<![CDATA[Ever Use TicketBust for Speeding Tickets?]]>Ever Use TicketBust for Speeding Tickets?
For people in California who haven't used TicketBust, you have to read this. A buddy of mine drives a Lexus LE (not quite a stock car, but nonetheless FAST) and was pulled over going 130mph. He thought for sure he'd be sent to jail. Lucky for him it was late and there were no other cars around, so the cop was cool and gave him a speeding ticket for going 15 miles over the speed limit. The ticket arrived at his house with a tag of $450! He called TicketBust, a service that fights traffic tickets and a few weeks later he got a notice from the court: NOT GUILTY. So cool, I'm sharing the service all over the place. I like to drive, nice to know I don't have to worry about a lifetime of high insurance bills if I get a ticket. Check em out at ticketbust.com - cya

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6969839/asphalt_racing/ever_use_ticketbust_for_speeding_tickets/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6969839/asphalt_racing/ever_use_ticketbust_for_speeding_ticketsMon, 11 Aug 2008 19:08:09 -0700<![CDATA[$10,000 TO WIN STREET STOCKS ''UPADTE'']]>$10,000 TO WIN STREET STOCKS ''UPADTE''
THE RICHEST STREET STOCK RACES IN OKLAHOMA HISTORY IS AT ENID SPEEDWAY PARK IN ENID, OKLAHOMA. FOR THE 13TH ANNUAL STREET STOCK NATIONALS SEPT 25TH-28TH 2008. 1ST PLACE PAYS $10,000 2ND $4000 3RD $3000 4TH $2000 5TH $1500 6TH PLACE AND BEYOND PAYS $1000. B FEATURE NON QUALIFIERS PAYS $500. PURSE GUARENTEED! FOR MORE INFO AND RULES GO TO WWW.ENIDSPEEDWAYPARKLLC.COM THE RULES FOR THIS SHOW WILL BE UPDATED VERY SOON SO PLEASE KEEP CHECKING IN ON THE WEB SITE. LOVE TO HAVE YOU GUYS. THE 25TH IS A TEST AND TUNE NIGHT, 26TH & 27TH ARE QUALIFYING HEATS AND FEATURES AND THE 28TH IS LAST CHANCE RACES AND THE $10,000 TO WIN FEATURE.

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6994830/dirt_racing/10000_to_win_street_stocks_upadte/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6994830/dirt_racing/10000_to_win_street_stocks_upadteSun, 10 Aug 2008 01:08:51 -0700<![CDATA[setup on dodge daytona]]>setup on dodge daytona
How do i go about scaling a new car we just built? The car is front wheel drive and weights 2300lbs, What should the proper cross % be and how is that determined? Any help would be greatly appreciated. :confused:

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6988917/asphalt_racing/setup_on_dodge_daytona/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6988917/asphalt_racing/setup_on_dodge_daytonaTue, 05 Aug 2008 20:08:05 -0700<![CDATA[question about late-model/pro-stock]]>question about late-model/pro-stock
hi im looking at buying a car thats a PERIMETER PRO STOCK / LATE MODEL for ashphalt is it hard or possible to change it to a dirt car? does it take much to do so is the differential and all that different? thanks in advance

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6963513/dirt_racing/question_about_late_model_pro_stock/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6963513/dirt_racing/question_about_late_model_pro_stockMon, 04 Aug 2008 19:08:53 -0700<![CDATA[Paul Davis Restoration joins NASCAR as team sponsor]]>Paul Davis Restoration joins NASCAR as team sponsor
Paul Davis Restoration and Remodeling of Southeast Wisconsin joins NASCAR as team sponsor - Paul Davis Restoration/ALS Ford in top five at Music City Motorplex in Nashville, Tn. Milwaukee, WI – August 4, 2008 - Paul Davis Restoration and Remodeling of Southeast Wisconsin owner Dan Druml announced today that his company has joined NASCAR racing as primary sponsor for an up-and-coming team. According to Druml, his company will sponsor the Wisconsin-based team of driver Derek Thorn and the Paul Davis Restoration/ALS Ford in the NASCAR Camping World Series East. The Paul Davis Restoration/ALS Ford team is owned by Shawn Keep and managed by Scott Pfeiffer who is also the founder of “Racin’ for a Cure”, a Sun Prairie, WI -based non-profit organization that raises funds for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a degenerative disease often referred to as "Lou Gehrig's Disease”. “Providing support to Scott and ALS is at the heart of our core values as a company and falls in line with the other organizations we support through the Paul Davis Charitable Foundation. We are pleased to add ‘Racin’ for a Cure’ to our list of beneficiaries that include the Ronald McDonald House and the Firefighter Combat Challenge,” said Druml. During a successful 2007 race season Pfeiffer was diagnosed with ALS. “It was devastating to say the least,” said Pfeiffer. We decided to put together a business plan to raise awareness and funds for another team and ALS research. Without start up money to fund any races, I turned to longtime friend and successful Wisconsin businessman Shawn Keep,” he said. “After I explained the situation to Shawn and presented our business plan, he had the perfect answer, ‘now we have a reason to race’,” said Pfeiffer. Recently, Paul Davis Restoration and Remodeling of Southeast Wisconsin helped Pfeiffer, 42, and his cause-related organization with donated home remodeling and restorations as part of the company’s annual Paul Davis Restoring America property improvement initiative. Thorn and Keep met with Druml during the renovation project at Scott’s home, which included construction of accessible areas and ramps in the house and yard. “We immediately saw an opportunity to team with Paul Davis Restoration to promote an industry leading, service oriented company by partnering with our team. We think it’s a great partnership, and one we can build on. We’re looking at our race schedule this year as a way to help build a solid foundation in Racin’ for a Cure,” Thorn said. “Our goal is simple,” said Pfeiffer. “We are here to raise awareness and research funds for an awful disease called ALS. Right now, there is no cure for ALS and every 90 minutes someone is diagnosed with the disease and every 90 minutes someone dies from it. I know there probably won't be a cure for the disease in my lifetime, but this is for all of the families to follow that are affected by ALS,” he said. “We are excited to have Paul Davis Restoration partnered with ‘Racin' for a Cure’, and hope to build on this relationship for the future. I would like to thank Paul Davis Restoration for all that they have done,” said Pfeiffer. According to Pfeiffer, the team has a bright future with a promising young driver. Derrick Thorn began racing go-carts as a youngster in California and advanced through the ranks. While in California, Thorn and Pfeiffer met and became close friends. Now as Thorn’s general manager, Pfeiffer sees Thorn as a leading 2008 rookie in one of NASCAR’s most popular driver development series, the NASCAR Camping World Series East. NASCAR national series teams with development programs in the NASCAR Camping World Series East include Joe Gibbs Racing, Dale Earnhardt, Inc., Richard Childress Racing and Ken Schrader Racing. The team recently finished fifth at the Strutmasters.com 150, which was presented by General Dollar at Music City Motorplex, Tennessee State Fairgrounds. The Nashville race was broadcast on July 30 on SPEED Channel. The series will run through Sept. 28 and will be televised live on HDNET with replays on SPEED Channel. For more information about sponsorship, race events and broadcast schedule, contact Ken Sussex at Paul Davis Restoration, 414.383.3131 or email ksussex@pdr-usa.net. Visit their website at www.pdwisconsin.com. ### Paul Davis Restoration and Remodeling of Southeast Wisconsin has served the Milwaukee area with numerous community service initiatives since the 1990s. The company is a franchise office of Paul Davis Restoration Inc., a leader in residential and commercial loss mitigation, reconstruction, and restoration services nationwide. Paul Davis Restoration has more than 230 Paul Davis locations throughout North America. For more information about Paul Davis Restoration Inc., call 904.737.2779. Visit the website at www.pdrestoration.com.

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6922115/general_discussion/paul_davis_restoration_joins_nascar_as_team_sponsor/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6922115/general_discussion/paul_davis_restoration_joins_nascar_as_team_sponsorTue, 29 Jul 2008 18:07:31 -0700<![CDATA[FASTRAK/Eldora-$250 Hard Luck Award]]>FASTRAK/Eldora-$250 Hard Luck Award
Randy LaJoie partners with FASTRAK in Eldora “Hard Luck” Award Carnesville, GA (July-29) As the FASTRAK Late Model Series prepares to travel to Eldora Speedway in Rossburg OH for the “GM Performance Parts 40”, corporate America both in and out of the racing community is showing interest in the August 9th event by partnering with FASTRAK in what promises to be a spectacular event Former NASCAR Champion and leading safety innovator Randy LaJoie will partner with FASTRAK by providing a $250.00 gift certificate for the driver selected as the “Hard Luck Award” winner in the FASTRAK “GM Performance Parts 40” at Eldora Speedway August 9th. LaJoie has been very active in driver safety innovations through his company, The Joie of Seating. Today many drivers in NASCAR’s top three divisions use LaJoie’s safety innovations excluseviley. The $250.00 gift certificate LaJoie will be providing the recipient of the “Hard Luck Award” is redeemable towards any product in The Joie of Seating product line. FASTRAK founder Stan Lester stated “we’re so proud to be associated with such a renowned proponent of driver safety as Randy LaJoie at Eldora. Driver safety is such an area of high importance to us as it should be to everyone” For more information: The Joie of Seating 704-795-7474 www.joieofseating.net FASTRAK 678-935-7304 www.fastrakracing.com

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6936876/dirt_racing/fastrak_eldora_250_hard_luck_award/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6936876/dirt_racing/fastrak_eldora_250_hard_luck_awardTue, 29 Jul 2008 15:07:21 -0700<![CDATA[FASTRAK announces Chassis Challenge at Eldora August 9th]]>FASTRAK announces Chassis Challenge at Eldora August 9th
FASTRAK LATE MODEL SERIES ‘CHASSIS CHALLENGE” AT ELDORA Carnesville,Ga (July-29) The FASTRAK Late Model Series is proud to announce the inaugural “CHASSIS CHALLENGE” at Eldora. Chassis manufacturers from across the nation were asked to join the newly established event taking place August 9th at Tony Stewart’s famed Eldora Speedway. The winning manufacturer of the “GM Performance Parts 40” will receive $1000 in cash, plus a beautiful engraved Champions Cup trophy. The winning manufacturer will keep the Chassis Challenge Cup in their shop for ‘bragging rights’ until the following year. At that time, the Cup will come back to Eldora to the next event, where it will be given to the winning manufacturer in that year. “I really wanted to do something for the chassis manufacturers” stated FASTRAK founder Stan Lester. They have been a huge part of the continued success of FASTRAK and it’s time to give back. If another brand of chassis happens to win other than the manufacturer’s involved, then the Chassis Challenge Cup will go to the highest finishing participating manufacturer. Someone WILL win the $1000 prize and the Chassis Challenge Cup. The manufacturers involved in the inaugural CHASSIS CHALLENGE are Goliath, GRT, Mastersbilt, Rocket, TNT, and Warrior.

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6901958/dirt_racing/fastrak_announces_chassis_challenge_at_eldora_august_9th/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6901958/dirt_racing/fastrak_announces_chassis_challenge_at_eldora_august_9thTue, 29 Jul 2008 14:07:21 -0700<![CDATA[FASTRAK/WAL-MART partner to benefit CMN]]>FASTRAK/WAL-MART partner to benefit CMN
FASTRAK & WAL-MART Continue Childrens Miracle Network Partnership at Eldora CARNESVILLE, Ga. (July-29) The FASTRAK Series is proud to announce the renewal of it’s partnership with WAL-MART to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. The FASTRAK Series will be racing at the famed Eldora Speedway on August 9. Earlier in the day, drivers and race teams will be at the WAL-MART Supercenter located at 1501 Wagner Rd, in Greenville from 11:00 – 1:00. Race cars, set to race later in the day at Eldora Speedway will be on display. Drivers will be present to meet race fans and sign autographs as well. All proceeds will go to the Children’s Miracle Network With this being the only FASTRAK Series event this year at Eldora, this will provide the only opportunity area race fans will have to see FASTRAK Series Late Models up close and meet the drivers. With the speedway located only 20 minutes away and the gates at Eldora not slated to open until later in the afternoon, all FASTRAK drivers and teams are encouraged to be a part of this special event. The Children’s Miracle Network is close to the hearts of many, and FASTRAK is honored to partner with WAL-MART once again to support CMN. “WAL-MART and the Children’s Miracle Network have been great to work with in the past” said FASTRAK Series founder Stan Lester. “This is a great opportunity for FASTRAK teams and their marketing partners to be a part of something really special, that benefits so many” “I’d also like to thank Eldora Speedway’s Larry Kemp as well as Amy Abney from WAL-MART for the time and effort they put into making this event happen” stated Lester. FASTRAK race teams are asked to take part. Please be unloaded and set up by 10:30. Officials will be on hand to assist with parking and setting up. www.childrensmiraclenetwork.org www.walmart.com www.fastrakseries.com

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6893044/dirt_racing/fastrak_wal_mart_partner_to_benefit_cmn/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6893044/dirt_racing/fastrak_wal_mart_partner_to_benefit_cmnMon, 28 Jul 2008 17:07:53 -0700<![CDATA[Spring Loaded 3rd Link]]>Spring Loaded 3rd Link
I installed a 1600 lb 3rd link on my asphalt late model to try and get some more bite. The problem i have now is that when i get off the gas and on the brakes I am loose and the rt. front bottoms out on the sway bar adjuster. I have no room for a 90/10 shock without doing a great deal of fab work. Looking for other suggestions to make this 3rd link work. The spring is moving about 7/8" The track is 1/4 mile flat cross- 56.8-with sway bar-57.8 left- 58.1 rear- 50.6 total- 2540 rt.rear trailing arm is mounted about 1" above the left on the rear end and has 3.3 degrees angle left rear has 1.3 degrees angle 3rd link has 8.4 degrees panhard bar is 9-3/8"rearend and 10-7/8 chassis pinion angle 6 degrees LF spring-275-shock-6 RF spring-300-shock-6-3 LR-spring-200-shock-4 RR-spring-150-shock-4 ride height-4" Thanks Rod

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6899336/asphalt_racing/spring_loaded_3rd_link/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6899336/asphalt_racing/spring_loaded_3rd_linkFri, 25 Jul 2008 01:07:33 -0700<![CDATA[Searching for articles on 80's FL short track drivers.]]>Searching for articles on 80's FL short track drivers.
Thanks to every one for all this great info. I'm trying to find any info on articles about 80's FL short track drivers. I believe SCM did several articles on Central FL drivers. If anybody has any helpful info please let me know. Thanks again, Beaux-standing by.....................

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6926268/asphalt_racing/searching_for_articles_on_80s_fl_short_track_drivers/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6926268/asphalt_racing/searching_for_articles_on_80s_fl_short_track_driversThu, 24 Jul 2008 23:07:49 -0700<![CDATA[$10,000 TO WIN STREET STOCK]]>$10,000 TO WIN STREET STOCK
ENID SPEEDWAY PARK IN ENID, OK IS HAVING A $10,000 TO WIN STREET STOCK RACE IN SEPT, WHEN I GET MORE INFO I WILL UPDATE OR GO TO WWW.ENIDSPEEDWAYPARKLLC.COM THANKS

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6891680/dirt_racing/10000_to_win_street_stock/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6891680/dirt_racing/10000_to_win_street_stockMon, 21 Jul 2008 23:07:30 -0700<![CDATA[FASTRAK at Wythe Raceway July 26]]>FASTRAK at Wythe Raceway July 26
FASTRAK: WYTHE RACEWAY HOSTS NEXT STOP ON ROAD TO “$250,000 GRAND NATIONALS” CARNESVILLE, Ga. (July-21) The FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeast Touring Series moves to Wythe Raceway in Rural Retreat, VA this Saturday, July 26. Many regard the high banked ½ mile facility nestled in the picturesque southwest Virginia Mountains, as one of the finest facilities on the east coast. In what is becoming increasingly rare in today’s competitive marketplace, track owner Fred Brown constantly evaluates his facility in an effort to provide an enjoyable experience for everyone who competes in, or attends an event. That attention to detail is reflected on both sides of the fence; from the many amenities for race fans, to the meticulous track preparation. With multiple racing grooves, and banking 22 degrees in turns 1&2 and 26 degrees in turns 3&4, Wythe Raceway has hosted some of the most competitive events the FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeastern Series has seen. Perhaps more important then the $2000.00 that will go to the winner Saturday night, will be the opportunity this provides each team to tune up for Labor Day weekends $10,000.00 to win PRO LATE MODEL NATIONALS that will be held at Wythe Raceway as well. As the summer enters into its second half, FASTRAK Series drivers are closely watching the FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeastern Touring Series points standings where the top three positions could all change with the outcome of just one event. FASTRAK City Chevrolet Weekly Racing Division points will be awarded as well. With so much going on under the FASTRAK banner, the FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeast Touring Series is currently in the midst of what many consider the nation’s longest streak of different winners in any nationally recognized touring series. Will Wythe Raceway produce the 11th different winner in as many races? With so much at stake at each and every event, expect to see such competitors as John Llewellyn of Knoxville, TN, Lee Cooper of Greer, SC, Ron Parker of Lawndale, NC, along with Weaverville, NC’s Vic Chandler and local favorites Brandon Umbereger from Rural Retreat, Phil Gann of Mayodan, NC and Troutdale’s Randy Taylor, and many more. Other divisions racing Saturday Night will be the Cook’s Clean Center Super Streets, the Pepsi Hornets, Open Wheel Modifieds, Pro Mini’s and the U-Cars The pits are slated to open at 4 p.m. The grandstands will open at 5 p.m. Qualifying will determine the top-12 starters for the FASTRAK Series Modern Chevrolet Touring Series main event, while the remaining positions will be filled through heat races and a last chance consolation race. The starting positions of the top-6 qualifiers will be determined by a redraw prior to the night’s headlining featured event. Additional events will include an autograph session with FASTRAK Series drivers in the Pavilion Area located behind the concessions building, and then later, fireworks will briefly fill the sky above the raceway as the starting field passes below in the ever popular FASTRAK Series 4 wide salute to the fans. Adult grandstand admission is just $15.00. Be sure to look for $5.00 off admission Discount Coupons available at retailers and convenience stores throughout the area. Admission for children ages 6–11 is just $2.00. Prelims are set to begin at around 7:30 with racing action set to begin immediately after. There is probably no better venue then Wythe Raceway for such a pivotal night of racing in the FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeast Touring Series For more information: Wythe Raceway (276)223-9804 www.wytheraceway.com FASTRAK Racing Series (678)935-7304 www.fastrakracing.com

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6876088/dirt_racing/fastrak_at_wythe_raceway_july_26/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6876088/dirt_racing/fastrak_at_wythe_raceway_july_26Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:07:42 -0700<![CDATA[FASTRAK I-77 Coverage]]>FASTRAK I-77 Coverage
Chester, SC (July-19) To those in attendance here tonight at I-77 Speedway, it was certainly clear as to how successful FASTRAK Series founder Stan Lester has been in creating a series where not only the racing is back in the hands of the driver, but also how critically important it is for a sanctioning body like FASTRAK to be consistent and unwavering in maintaining the high standard it has set in ensuring a level playing field for everyone interested in competing in the FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeast Touring Series. Owen Osteen of Woodruff S.C. scored a popular win here tonight becoming the 10th different winner in the last 10 events on the FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeastern Touring Series. In addition to taking home the winners check of $2000.00, Osteen also collected valuable points in the FASTRAK City Chevrolet Weekly Racing Division as well. With what is beginning to be regarded as perhaps the longest streak of different winners of any major racing series in the country, all eyes will be fixed on Rural Retreat, VA’s Wythe Raceway July 26th, site of the next event on the FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeastern Touring Series schedule. Because of the “level playing field” environment FASTRAK assures all competitors, it is conceivable to believe the current streak could remain intact for the remainder of the points paying events on the schedule leading up to FASTRAK’S $250,000 GRAND NATIONALS set to begin October 3. Tonight though, it was all Osteen. During practice, Osteen was quickest and went on to grab the pole, circling the 4/10 mile oval in 19.246 seconds. Ray Dockery of Marshville, NC was second fastest followed by Concord, NC’s Matt Long, Timbo Mangum of Lancaster, SC., current FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeastern Touring Series point leader Lee Cooper of Greer, SC., followed by Ron Parker of Lawndale NC who trails Cooper in Southeast Touring Series points going into tonight’s 40 lap Main Event. Upon completion of qualifying, a redraw of the top 6 qualifiers in I-77’s Victory Lane, would set the field. Timbo Mangum would once again lead the field to the green flag for the second FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeast Touring Series event in a row, followed by Osteen, Dockery, Lee Cooper, Long and Ron Parker. Next up, in traditional FASTRAK fashion where fans interact with drivers, Ron Parker and Matt Long went into the main grandstand with 50 pounds of candy that each donated for this event. As each driver crossed the track into the grandstands, both were immediately greeted by scores of fans as they tried to make their way to the top of the grandstands where they eventually threw candy down to the waiting sea of children below, behind the main grandstand. Parker and Long also supplied candy for the children assembled in the infield as well. Ms. Regina Funderburk of Great Falls, SC performed a stunning and moving rendition of our National Anthem prior to the evenings Main Events. With virtually everyone in the grandstands on their feet, the always enthusiastic I-77 Speedway crowd watched, as Mangum and Osteen would lead the field to the green flag in the night’s featured FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeastern Touring Series event. Osteen quickly jumped out in front of Mangum as the field headed into turn one on the opening lap. As Osteen led the charge down the back stretch, Mangum drove deep into turn three getting alongside Osteen mid way through the corner. As Osteen and Mangum exited turn four, they touched briefly before Osteen finally cleared the determined Mangum at the start finish line completing lap one. Uncharacteristic of I-77 Speedway, in the events fifth lap, it was apparent that only one groove could be established as Cooper, John Llewellyn and Brandon Umberger quickly discovered, as each driver experimented with different lines around the track, but quickly fell back in line in what looked like a 12 car freight train. At the ten lap mark, Osteen was in command with Mangum tucked in closely behind, followed by Ray Dockery, Matt Long, Lee Cooper, Ron Parker and Ronnie Mosley. Even with just one groove to work with, the field remained tight. A large portion of the fans in attendance were still on their feet As the laps clicked off, it became apparent that with single file conditions, contact or a mistake could end up determining the outcome of the event. In the events 15th lap, two battles were beginning to take shape. Cooper began pressuring Long for the fourth spot, and just behind them, Mosley and Parker were engaged in a spirited battle of their own for the fifth spot. Both of these battles provided the best racing of the night to this point as Cooper and Long raced down the back stretch side by side on numerous occasions. As difficult as making a clean pass had been, both Long and Cooper gave each other plenty of racing room. As determined as each driver was, contact was not going to decide it. On lap 17, Cooper drove deep into turn one managing to get to Longs inside. Midway through the corner, Cooper began to lose the back of his car and in a display good sportsmanship; Cooper hesitated in getting back into the gas so as not to run into Long. With his momentum slowed, Cooper would briefly become part of the Parker and Mosley battle that had been heating up over the last 3 laps. On lap 20, Colt Smith of Woodruff, SC., began to slow exiting turn two. Smith would take his car to the pits where overheating would end his night. At the head of the field, Osteen had moved out to a six car length advantage over Mangum by the races 21st circuit, but Mangum was beginning to erase Osteen’s lead. Behind the leaders, Parker and Mosley found themselves once again in a dead heat for the sixth spot. On six occasions, Parker and Mosley had been side by side. In front of them, Cooper had pulled away and caught back up with Long to renew their battle for the fourth position. Meanwhile, Mangum could close the gap entering the corners at either end of the speedway, but Osteen clearly had the advantage on the straight-aways. As Mangum tried to find a quicker way around the track, Dockery was consistently chipping away at the advantage Mangum had enjoyed over the third place Dockery. Across the stripe completing lap 23, Osteen had jumped out to a three second lead as Mangum had fallen into the clutches of the hard charging Dockery. It was no longer a question of could Dockery pass Mangum, but when. Exiting turn two headed down the back stretch, Mangum hand-grenaded his engine. Running through the oil his expired motor deposited onto the track surface, Mangum spun entering turn three, backing his car into the wall bring out the nights first caution To underscore how important points have become at this stage of the season, experiencing bad luck in two consecutive events, may have compromised the South Carolina native’s quest for the FASTRAK Series City Chevrolet Weekly Racing Division National Championship With 24 laps in the books, Osteen would lead the field back to green ahead of Dockery, Long, Cooper, Parker and Mosley. Before completing the lap, the hotly contested battle between Parker and Mosley through-out the entire race, reached the next level as contact between the two in turn four brought out the events second caution. While both were able to continue, Parker brought his car into the pits to the attention of his crew. With no visible damage, Parker rejoined the field but was relegated to the rear of the field on the restart After just two laps of caution, Osteen led the field back to the restart, jumping out to a two car length lead going into turn one ahead of Dockery, Long, Cooper, and Ross Puckett who had quietly moved up into the fifth position. In the handful of laps remaining, Osteen seemed to experience difficulty keeping his car down low on his exit from turn four, allowing Dockery to close the gap. Dockery was relentless in turns three and four where something as thin as a sheet of paper probably wouldn’t fit between the two cars. But, as had been the case all night, Osteen dominated on the straight-aways. With three laps left in the contest, Osteen and Dockery were nose to tail going into turns one and two, suddenly, Osteen bobbled. With Dockery tucked in so closely behind, the slip worked to Osteen’s advantage, as the only thing Dockery could do was lift, allowing Osteen to get a better jump on the exit of turn two. With almost everyone in attendance on their feet, Osteen and Dockery were still nose to tail as they took the white flag. Entering turns one and two for the last time, Dockery was content to stay tucked in behind Osteen at this end of the speedway opting instead to mount his challenge in turns three and four where he had been so strong in the closing laps Driving deep into turn three, Dockery was able to get a fender inside of Osteen on the exit of turn four, but Osteen had been the dominant car all night on the straight-aways and powered his car across the line first taking the win and becoming the 10th different winner in the last 10 events on the FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeastern Touring series. Top 12 UNNOFICIAL RESULTS 1 0 Owen Osteen Woodruff SC 2 8d Ray Dockery Marshville NC 3 25 Matt Long Concord NC 4 57 Lee Cooper Greer SC 5 90p Ross Puckett 6 90 John Llewellyn Knoxville TN 7 46 Will Shuffler Morganton NC 8 54B Brandon Umberger Rural Retreat VA 9 8p Ron Parker Lawndale NC 10 9 Ronnie Mosley Chester SC 11 T1 Timbo Mangum Lancaster SC 12 45 Colt Smith Woodruff SC

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6915216/dirt_racing/fastrak_i_77_coverage/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6915216/dirt_racing/fastrak_i_77_coverageFri, 18 Jul 2008 12:07:50 -0700<![CDATA[SCR Article on Islip Speedway]]>SCR Article on Islip Speedway
I am looking for the 1984 or 1985 article from SCR on the demise of the Islip Speedway. The neighbors of our local track are giving it grief and want to show them what can happen when you trade 25 nights of racing for 24/7 365 of another business. PLEASE HELP!! THANKS!

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6874580/asphalt_racing/scr_article_on_islip_speedway/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6874580/asphalt_racing/scr_article_on_islip_speedwayThu, 17 Jul 2008 14:07:24 -0700<![CDATA[Good morning!]]>Good morning!
I'm new here... I just wanted to drop a line to say hello and I plan on checking out some of the newest posts now!

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6907107/general_discussion/good_morning/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6907107/general_discussion/good_morningTue, 15 Jul 2008 19:07:54 -0700<![CDATA[FASTRAK'S $115,000 DAYS OF SUMMER]]>FASTRAK'S $115,000 DAYS OF SUMMER
FASTRAK Series $115,000 DAYS OF SUMMER With the temperature beginning to climb as it always does this time of year, the racing is really beginning to heat up with the FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeast Touring Series. With a payout in excess of $115,000 in July and August, the level of competition continues to intensify with each event. Clearly, with $115,000 up for grabs, it’s no coincidence why large crowds continue to turn out for FASTRAK events where the level of competition is so intense; an occasional caution flag not only allows the drivers to catch their breath, but the fans as well. Additionally, the FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Southeast Touring Series has produced 9 different winners in the last 9 events. In the FASTRAK Series $115,000 DAYS OF SUMMER, race events are producing multiple position changes lap after lap, and more recently, in excess of 30 challenges for the top spot in a single event. In events already held this summer combined with the FASTRAK Series $115,000 DAYS OF SUMMER throughout July and August, over 125 different race team from 10 states will have entered FASTRAK Modern Chevrolet Touring Series events in an effort to claim a share of one of the country’s largest short track touring series overall payouts. Amazingly, just after the conclusion of the FASTRAK Series $115,000 DAYS OF SUMMER, less then thirty days will pass before FASTRAKS’ $250,000 Grand Nationals are set to begin At the mid-way point of the summer, among the events remaining on the FASTRAK Touring Series schedule are stops at the storied Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, OH on August 9, for the “The GM Performance Parts 40” where the winner will bank $5000.00. Wythe Raceway in Rural Retreat, VA will be the home of the “Pro Late Model Nationals” August 29-31 where the winner will collect an impressive $10,000.00. If the large crowds and level of competition already seen this summer are any indication, the FASTRAK Series $115,000 DAYS OF SUMMER could produce a level of competition race fans will still be talking about in February. For more information about FASTRAK, please visit our website at www.fastrakracing.com

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6859621/dirt_racing/fastraks_115000_days_of_summer/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6859621/dirt_racing/fastraks_115000_days_of_summerTue, 15 Jul 2008 18:07:03 -0700<![CDATA[Wheres best to watch Dirt track Racing?]]>Wheres best to watch Dirt track Racing?
Hello everyone, i need some help.. I am planning on making my first trip to America next year from the UK to catch as much racing as i can.. Everything from Dirt track racing, Stock car racing and Demolition Derbys.. I just wondered if any one could help me in any way, best State in the usa for racing, where has the most tracks etc.. Im hoping to stay for a couple of months.. Many thanks in advance.. Adam..

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6867467/dirt_racing/wheres_best_to_watch_dirt_track_racing/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6867467/dirt_racing/wheres_best_to_watch_dirt_track_racingSat, 12 Jul 2008 05:07:33 -0700<![CDATA[Starstruck Report, open letter to my readers.]]>Starstruck Report, open letter to my readers.
Starstruck Report-Open letter to my readers. Dear Friends, It's been a tough decision I have had to make. Right now, due to some other commitments, I am not able to make all the races at Southside Speedway this year. For this season, this is the end of the Starstruck Report. I know I could still write on the weeks I do make the races, however, with the points races coming to a head, it's harder to write the quality column I expect the Starstruck report to be. In the last few years, I always enjoyed watching the points race unfold and speculate on who was going to hold the trophy as track champion at the end of the year. As I write to a close, I want to say thank you to the drivers for all the stories they have shared with me up to this point. I look forward to starting over next year and continuing the growth this column has had. I have noticed a huge growth in readers. I plan on growing this even more next season and I also have a few other ideas in the works for next season. So as I come to a close, let me give a shout out to all the divisions for all they do to entertain us at Southside Speedway each year. Modifieds: I see a brighter future ahead for this division. This week, we had a car count of 18. This is the largest car count we have had for this division in quite a few years. If this division grows, we can really have some points race drama in the next few years. I look forward to watching it. Late Model Sportsmen: This has truly been a competitive year for this division. It has become more of a division to watch now with the good mix of veterans and young drivers all on the track at the same time. This would be the hardest race for me to predict at this point of the season. Grand Stock: What can I say that hasn't already been said about these drivers. While this is considered a second tier division to the featured divisions, Modifieds and Late Model sportsmen, they have gained the respect of many of the tracks fans. Case in point, the fans choose them as the opening race for the night Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch appeared at the track. These drivers always have a very consistent car count and a competive race. Ucar: Here is another division that has grown during my time covering the races. These cars are very similar to the old mini stock cars. Like Grand Stock, they have a consistent car count and this is one division that will go three wide. This points race could have the first rookie or female track champion this year. While I may not be covering, I think this is the story of the year. Macka: These guys put on a show and races are often won on the last lap in this division. The wings on these cars make the cars draft more than any other division at Southside Speedway. Street Stock: This division usually has 30 cars running each week. The real stories that can develop is to see who ends up with a bigger team in the future. Many future track champions has come out of this division. Legends: I am glad you will be racing on the schedule twice this year and I don't think it should have been removed when the schedule was first written. My message to these drivers, put on a great show those races and really make the fans yell for more. Track staff and officials: A 50 year anniversary or Golden Anniversary is a great milestone to make. I know it's not always been easy to keep things running but we would like to see the century mark one day. Thank you for all the hard work you do to make sure we have racing there every Friday night during the summer months. As I close, I want to leave you with some thoughts. Southside has had it's history as a track and for me, it's not always the racing that has made Southside Speedway exciting for me. I always found the personalities behind those cars and the crews what makes things interesting. I have been very lucky to get to know alot of the drivers and crews over the years and plan on enjoying it more when the Starstruck Report resumes next season. It will be my goal to try to bring those personalities to you each week as well as the race recap. So, all in all, it's been a great ride and I plan on growing the Starstruck report more next year when I resume the column. My instincts are telling me this is only a passing phase and next year will be my year. I can't thank any of you enough for the joy you have brought me by reading my words over time. As always, you can write me at larrystarstruck@yahoo.com. I would love to hear from you whether the column is active or not. In closing, May God bless all of you and as I always say, I will see you at the races. *Larry Starstruck*

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6860417/asphalt_racing/starstruck_report_open_letter_to_my_readers/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6860417/asphalt_racing/starstruck_report_open_letter_to_my_readersFri, 11 Jul 2008 06:07:53 -0700<![CDATA[Danica Patrick's videos]]>Danica Patrick's videos
Danica...always busy racing or working in front of the camera has some vids on the web where she spoofs daytime talk shows with racing topics on the site www.motodanica.com Think they are funny? What's your thoughts?

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6849772/asphalt_racing/danica_patricks_videos/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6849772/asphalt_racing/danica_patricks_videosFri, 27 Jun 2008 19:06:45 -0700<![CDATA[Super Late Models July 5th!]]>Super Late Models July 5th!
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]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6822220/dirt_racing/super_late_models_july_5th/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6822220/dirt_racing/super_late_models_july_5thSat, 14 Jun 2008 10:06:21 -0700<![CDATA[Starstruck Report, Southside Speedway news and notes June 13, 208]]>Starstruck Report, Southside Speedway news and notes June 13, 208
The Starstruck Report Hello again friends and welcome to another edition of the Starstruck report. It was Friday the 13th at the old Speedway and weatherwise a very comfortable night to watch racing. With the date, you wondered if it would truly be an unlucky night for one or more of the drivers. As always, I will let you decide that as you read the results. Let's go to the action. Late Model Sportsman: The night started with the LMS division. The last few races, we had been seeing them run twin 50's and tonite was more of a treat going a full 100 laps straight. I think this may be the format the rest of the year or atleast it should be. Doug Godsey (05) ran the fastest lap in qualifying. However, we inverted the top 7 of the race again and Bugs Hairfield (04) would start the race on the pole. The first start was called back. It appeared that Charles Lamb (5) had some damage. Note: This car is usually driven by Jason Pittman and the PA announcer also thought it was Pittman in the car. The second restart was a little wild. Lap 3, Chris Hopkins (43) saw the blackflag for a passenger side fender hanging which would end up being served under caution. J B Poates (88) had some contact with Brandon Hendrick (55) in the front stretch. Brad Davis (18) would go in the pits during this caution. Lap 5, Alan Purser (17) and Bubba Hubbard (14) wreck around turn two. Greg Fernandez (02) was almost involved. Hubbard (14) had the most damage with the hood in. Poates (88) would find himself in the pits during this caution. Lap 11, Hubbard (14) would go in the pits. Lap 15, Roy Hendrick (39) takes the lead from Bugs Hairfield (04). Lap 23 saw a caution called for an incident in turn 2. Lap 29, J B Poates (88) hit very hard in turn 2 but continued in the race. Brad Davis (18) was in the pits during this caution. Lap 30, David Mooney (13) hit the wall very hard in turn 1 and would not return to the race. Lap 34 had one of the hard hits of the night when Doug Godsey (05) and J B Poates (88) made contact and Poates (88) hit very hard in the front stretch wall. Sonny Allen (20) would retire from the race during this caution. Lap 61 saw Bugs Hairfield (04) retire from the race and Charles Lamb (5) was also in the pits. Lap 69, Doug Godsey (05) makes contact with Russ Ellis (6) in turn 1. Godsey would retire from the race. After the race, Godsey (05) said he had brake failure. Lap 70, Jeff Oakley retires from the race and as he does, Wayne Patterson (16) hits the wall hard in turn 3. Lap 73 saw Brad Davis (18) return to the pits. The race would stay clean and green after this. Roy Hendrick (39) would make the trip to victory lane holding off a very strong challenge from Shane Lockhart (11). Eddie Johnson (59) would be DQed in this race for having his car too light. Here is the official finishing order. 1. Roy Hendrick #39 2. Shayne Lockhart #11 3. Chris Hopkins #43 4. Chris Dodson #0 5. Greg Fernandez #02 6. Rob Jenkins #89 7. Alan Purser #17 8. J. B. Poates #88 9. Russ Ellis #6 10. Brandon Hendrick #55 11. Wayne Patterson #16 12. Brad Davis #18 13. Jeff Oakley #15 14. Bubba Hubbard #14 15. Doug Godsey #05 16. Bugs Hairfield #04 17. Charles Lamb #5 18. Sonny Allen #20 19. David Mooney #13 20. Eddie Johnson #59 (DQ) Street Stock: For a street stock race, this was very clean and green. Only one caution was called. James Loving (97) started this race on the pole. Lap 2, John Foster (73) was blackflagged for jumping the restart. He also had complaints on the official's channel of passing below the rumble strips. Lap 6, Ethan Ayers (69) was off pace. No caution was called. Keep in mind, in this division, you almost have to have a car blocking the track to get one called. Lap 11, O K Wilson (32) and Melvin Brown (63) were all given blackflags. Lap 17, John Kantzler (00) was in the pits. He had his car smoking pretty bad. Lap 27, Robbie Groome (79) was blackflagged for a flat tire. Lap 32 brought out the first and only caution when Herbert LaRue (26) hit hard in turn 1. The cleanup got extensive with fluid so a red flag was shown at lap 36. Lap 38, the race restarted. Keep in mind, caution laps count in this division. Lap 39, Mike Ganoe (82) spins and it appeared at first some contact with Larry Lamb (71). However, Lamb (71) had no damage to his car and mentioned after the race that eh wouldn't race Ganoe (82) like that. Lap 42, Mike Harris (30) and Michael Sutphin (25) had contact in turn 2 and no caution was called. James Loving (97) would win this race leading flag to flag. Here is the official finishing order. 1. James Loving #97 2. Larry Lamb #71 3. Dan Crate #1 4. Mike Ganoe #82 5. Wayne Groome #08 6. Alex Ayers #96 7. Kevin Lee #35 8. Kevin Brown #53 9. Ricky Statler #92 10. Brian Smith #06 11. Timmy Tiblis #72 12. James Groome #31 13. Kyle Chittum #12 14. Justin Dunkum #13 15. Bobby Corbitt #58 16. Michael Sutphin #25 17. Chris Bryant #6 18. Brad Diggs #95 19. John Foster, Jr. #73 20. Travis Nicely #911 21. Patrick Seheneuk #74 22. James Smith #28 23. Jeff Arnett #07 24. Mike Harris #30 25. O. K. Wilson #32 26. Bobbie Groome #79 27. Herbert LaRue #26 28. John Kantzler #00 29. Melvin Brown #63 30. Ethan Ayers #69 Ucar: This division finished off the racing program that evening. George Dickson (19) started the race in the pits. Lap 4, the caution came out with Daniel Thomas (99) hitting in turn 3. Will Collins (0) would go in the pits during this caution. Lap 6, Steve Thomas (7) and David Gonce (09) get together in turn 1 bringing out a caution. Will Collins (0) and David Kernn (78) make contact wtih them as well. They had no where to go. Billy Enroughty was blackflagged during this caution. Lap 7, Michael Hall (911) almost spins in turn 2, no caution. Lap 12, caution came out as Butch Mixell (22) was off the pace. Lap 14, Damon Fender (13) makes contact with Renna Marchetti IV (01) and they almost spin, no caution. Good save by both drivers. George Dickson (19) would hold on to win this race. David Gonce (09) spun in the front stretch right after being shown the caution flag. Here is the official finishing order. 1. George Dickson #19 2. Frank Silva #91 3. Renno Marchetti IV #01 4. Lindsay Bryant #81 5. Michael Hall #9 6. Mike Chapman #18 7. Mike Shiflett #12 8. Daniel Thomas #99 9. Billy Enroughty #90 10. Damon Fender #13 11. Joshua Thomas #72 12. Lauren Edgerton #24 13. Steve Thomas #7 14. Will collins #0 15. David Gonce #09 16. Ronnie Martin #21 17. Jordan Bell #11 18. Butch Mixell #22 19. Charlie Simons #2 20. David Kernn #78 21. Corey Lawrence #6 Now, let's have a little fun and analyze these races. Sportsman of the week: When Russ Ellis, who usually drives 07, had car trouble, Shannon Marano (6) stepped in and let Ellis drive his car. Keep in mind, Marano isn't driving for points like Ellis is. However, it's nice to see sportsman like gestures to keep someone alive in the points race. Performance of the week: To be honest, all of our winners were very impressive this week. I had a hard time picking this one. I am going to give this award to George Dickson (Ucar 19). He won his race flag to flag. In the first 3 races of the season, he had a fast car and ended up with mechanical failures. Congratulations to Dickson (19) on the turn around. Honorable mention goes to Roy Hendrick ( LMS 39) for the same reasons. Tough Luck Late Model Sportsman: J B Poates (88) was involved in several cautions and this landed him the award. Honorable mention would go to Bugs Hairfield (04) who went from leading the race to a DNF. Tough Luck Street Stock: For such a clean race, this was hard to call. I think I would almost have to go with Mike Ganoe (82) who had been dominate and a late spin kept him from winning this race and remaining the only winning driver for this division. Tough Luck Ucar: This race was very clean and green too so it was a little bit harder to call. However, I think that early caution for Daniel Thomas (99) may have slowed his momentum to the front and would lean in that direction since he has been very competitive every week. Whispers in the pits: I was glad to have more information on former Legends champion Cameron Patrick. I was informed by one source he is driving the same car Mike Rudy piloted to a runner up position in last year's modified season. There is talk of the Legends returning to Southside Speedway if there is enough fan interest shown. Let me start by putting my name on record and saying, I would love to see the Legends cars return. I think the track made a huge mistake when the eliminated that division from the schedule. Lindsay Bryant (81 Ucar) is also running a pro six car at Langley Speedway. Former modified competitor A J Winstead (99) is leading the points in the Rolling Thunder Modified Tour. Other familiar names would include Aubrey Thurston (21) who is currently 3rd in points, Billy Morris (running 55 on tour), Chris Hoylman (42), Irvin Bell (11), Allen Marshall (17), David Kendall (3 on tour) and Michael Johnson (38). A Southside Speedway fan would have plenty to cheer for if they were to catch this tour. Thoughts on season so far: The Late Model Sportsman division has truly been a legends resurgence. Local legends Roy Hendrick (39), Shane Lockhart (11) and Eddie Johnson (59) have all posted wins. Wayne Patterson (16) came back this year as well after a long absence. Thomas Stinson (4) appears to be the class of the field in modifieds this year again. He is currenly running for his 5th consecutive championship. Imagine this, a half a decade of dominance in one division. However, I see Chris Johnson (36) and Kyle Wood (19) being in the battle for points come September. Grand Stock will be a very close points race. A&M Motorsports and Chris Hott (01) have not been as dominate despite leading. Daniel Shelton (27) and Jamie Neely (77) have been consistently fast each week. Those two may be the cars to watch this year. Hott (01) right now is still the car to beat. Keep in mind, A&M Motorsports has had champions the last 5 years and spread over 3 drivers. Other than Stinson's team in modifieds, they are the most consistent race team at Southside. Ucar continues to have what may be the biggest historical story for the track. Do we have a woman like Lindsay Bryant (81) or Lauren Edgerton (24) be the first female track champion or does the rookie Renna Marchetti IV take the trophy. Either way it's a big historical moment. As far as I know, we haven't had a woman as champion or a rookie in any division. Looking ahead: Racing will return to Southside Speedway next Friday night. The action will include twin 50's for modifieds, Ucars, Grandstock and an appearance by MACKA. Personally, I wish they would have modifieds run a full 100 laps too but the season isn't over yet. Thank you again for joining me and taking time to let me tell you a story. As always, my thank you goes out to the drivers without whom, I wouldn't have a story to tell each week. I have grown to appreciate all of them over time as they go out of their way to put on a show for the fans each week. Till next time, this is Larry Starstruck saying, I will see you at the races. *Larry Starstruck*

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6828303/asphalt_racing/starstruck_report_southside_speedway_news_and_notes_june_13_208/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6828303/asphalt_racing/starstruck_report_southside_speedway_news_and_notes_june_13_208Fri, 06 Jun 2008 18:06:31 -0700<![CDATA[Nascar theme music....]]>Nascar theme music....
Hey Guys, I heard that Nascar was going to use One Flew South's music for al their theme songs and presentations?? I checked out the band and I actuially liked the music. Not only do I like the racing, but the music too, nice! Here's a link to the band, let me know what you guy's think.... http://widget.nabbr.com/oneflewsouth.html Willy UMGD

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6781037/general_discussion/nascar_theme_music/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6781037/general_discussion/nascar_theme_musicFri, 06 Jun 2008 01:06:47 -0700<![CDATA[2008 Grand Prix of Sonoma]]>2008 Grand Prix of Sonoma
on the motodanica.com site there's a cool sweepstakes. u could win a four day trip to Sonoma and a chance to meet Danica Patrick, anyone been to the Grand Prix of Sonoma before?

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6770236/asphalt_racing/2008_grand_prix_of_sonoma/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6770236/asphalt_racing/2008_grand_prix_of_sonomaThu, 05 Jun 2008 15:06:55 -0700<![CDATA[NASCAR onboard Camera]]>NASCAR onboard Camera
Hello everyone, Does anyone have any information on the onboard camera system?

]]>http://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6778922/general_discussion/nascar_onboard_camera/index.htmlhttp://forums.stockcarracing.com/70/6778922/general_discussion/nascar_onboard_camera