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For Immediate Release
May 18, 2008

Tim McCreadie Wins First Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Event since 2005 on Saturday Night at LaSalle Speedway

LaSalle, IL (May 17, 2008) - Watertown, NY's Tim McCreadie captured the "Spring Shootout" on Saturday Night at the LaSalle Speedway as he won his first Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series race since February 8, 2005. McCreadie took the lead for good on lap 26 after a side-by-side battle which took place for several laps between himself and Brady Smith. McCreadie's last Lucas Oil Series win came at East Bay Raceway Park and his win at LaSalle allowed him to become the 11th different winner in 15 series events held in 2008.

Jason Feger started from the pole and led the first 13 laps on a well-prepared race track that saw racing all over the place. Feger, who was looking for the biggest win of his career, relinquished the point to McCreadie who had started alongside him on the front row.

Smith moved by Feger on lap 16 for second and then set his sights on McCreadie. Both drivers were using two different lines around the track as Smith caught up to McCreadie and took over the lead on lap 23. The two then went back and forth for three laps until McCreadie was able to clear Smith.

The race went caution free from lap 11 on as McCreadie pulled away from Smith over the last half of the race as he went on to score the $10,000 win. Smith was able to close ever so slightly in traffic, but McCreadie had built a sizable lead over Smith that held up the finish. John Blankenship came from ninth to finish third followed by Rick Eckert and Steve Francis.

Completing the top ten were Feger, Jeep VanWormer, Earl Pearson Jr., Bart Hartman and Matt Miller.

In Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series preliminary action Bart Hartman topped the 39 car field in PRC Time Trials with a lap of 12.842 seconds. Heat race winners were Jason Feger, Tim McCreadie, Brady Smith and Scott James. Hartman and Brian Birkhofer were B-Main Winners.

The next Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will next be in action on Friday Night, May 30th with a first ever visit to Hilltop Speedway in Millersburg, OH for a $7,000 to win race followed on Saturday Night, May 31st with the Ralph Latham Memorial at Florence Speedway in Union, KY with $10,000 going to the winner.

For more information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can log onto www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Race Summary
Saturday Night, May 17, 2008
LaSalle Speedway-LaSalle, IL

PRC Fast Time: Bart Hartman/12.842 seconds

Hawk Brake First Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Jason Feger, Tim Fuller, John Blankenship, Matt Miller, Bart Hartman, Frank Heckenast Jr., Billy Drake, Shane Clanton, Brian Claudnic, Tony Izzo Jr.

Hawk Brake Second Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Tim McCreadie, Steve Casebolt, Dennis Erb Jr., Brian Shirley, Ryan Dauber, Scott Schmitt, Wes Steidinger, Justin Rattliff, Jeremy Grady, Rich Bell

AFCO Racing Products Third Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Brady Smith, Kerry Hansen, Rick Eckert, Darren Miller, Brian Birkhofer, Freddy Smith, Earl Pearson Jr., Mike Mataragas, Vic Coffey, Ralph Markham

Tiger Rear Ends Fourth Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Scott James, Steve Francis, Jeep VanWormer, Wayne Chinn, John Mason, Dan Schlieper, Mark Burgtorf, Clint Smith, Terry Casey

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno First B-Main (12 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Bart Hartman, Ryan Dauber, Shane Clanton, Frank Heckenast Jr., Wes Steidinger, Brian Claudnic, Billy Drake, Rich Bell, Scott Schmitt, Justin Rattliff, Jeremy Grady - DNS, Tony Izzo Jr. - DNS

Quarter Master Second B-Main (12 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Brian Birkhofer, Dan Schlieper, John Mason, Freddy Smith, Clint Smith, Mark Burgtorf, Earl Pearson Jr., Mike Mataragas, Vic Coffey, Ralph Markham, Terry Casey - DNS

Spring Shootout Feature Finish (50 Laps): Tim McCreadie, Brady Smith, John Blankenship, Rick Eckert, Steve Francis, Jason Feger, Jeep VanWormer, Earl Pearson Jr., Bart Hartman, Matt Miller, Steve Casebolt, Dan Schlieper, Wayne Chinn, Scott James, Justin Rattliff, Ryan Dauber, Tim Fuller, Darren Miller, Dennis Erb Jr., Kerry Hansen, Brian Shirley, John Mason, Brian Birkhofer, Shane Clanton

Race Statistics
Entries: 39
Caution Flags: 3
Lap Leaders: Feger 1-13, McCreadie 14-22, Smith 23, McCreadie 24, Smith 25, McCreadie 26-50
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Provisionals: Earl Pearson Jr., Justin Rattliff
PBM/Erson Cams Hard Charger of the Race: Earl Pearson Jr. (Started 23rd and finished 8th-advanced 15 positions)
Allstar Performance Performer of the Race: Brady Smith
K&N Filters Clean Pass of the Race: Tim McCreadie
Quarter Master Rookie of the Race: John Blankenship
ASI Racewear Lucky 7 Award: Jeep VanWormer
Integra Shocks Crew Chief of the Race: Al Stevens (Tim McCreadie)
Comp Cams Engine Builder of the Race: Pro Power Racing Engines
Time of the Race: 30 minutes

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings
1) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) 2055
2) Earl Pearson Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) 2050
3) Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) 1870
3) Bart Hartman (Zanesville, OH) 1870
5) Dan Schlieper (Sullivan, WI) 1785
6) Scott James (Lawrenceburg, IN) 1745
7) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 1670
8) Billy Drake (Bloomington, IL) 1645
9) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 1495
10) John Mason (Millersburg, OH) 1365

Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings
1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 1670
2) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 1495
3) John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) 745
4) Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) 75
5) Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) 75


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director(jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release

May 12, 2008

 

Shannon Babb Blasts to Win in 2nd Annual SuperClean Diamond Nationals

  

WHEATLAND, MO (May 12, 2008) - Shannon Babb can now add a Diamond Nationals victory and a diamond ring to his already impressive resume as the Mowequa, IL hotshoe led every lap en route to picking up the $40,000 paycheck. 

A stellar field of 80 entries was trimmed to 26 for the 100-lap 2nd Annual Super Clean Diamond Nationals with Scott Bloomquist and Shannon Babb leading the field down to the green. Babb immediately showed his strength by powering ahead of the second place battle between Bloomquist, Moyer, and Pearson. 

While a rash of early cautions kept Babb at bay, Bloomquist, Moyer, and Pearson swapped the second position back and forth, 20th-starting Steve Francis and 25th-starting Bart Hartman were slowly working their way through the field.  Francis ran as high as sixth before falling into the pits and Hartman cracked the top ten before being involved in a lap 39 caution which included Jimmy Mars, Will Vaught, Michael England, and Terry Casey among others. 

The restart saw Babb on the point with Pearson, Bloomquist, Scott James, and Moyer in tow. As Babb weaved in and out of lapped traffic, Pearson shadowed his every move until lap 69 when a broken j-bar forced the defending Series champion to slow on the track. 

When racing resumed, Babb led Bloomquist, Moyer, Darrell Lanigan, and Jimmy Owens down to the green as Bloomquist slipped high in turn four allowing several cars to pass. Moyer then gave chase to the race-long leader over the closing laps, but was never able to chase down the driver of the Clint Bowyer Motorsports #18.    

Babb was the first to cross the stripe in his Clements powered Rocket with Moyer crossing in second, Lanigan third, Owens fourth, and Steve Casebolt fifth. 

"I'd just like to thank Clint Bowyer and this whole team for giving me a great race car," Babb said in victory lane. "It's awesome to get this win and I'd like to thank Forrest (Lucas) for all he does to make this event possible." 

Upon the conclusion of the race, Series officials reviewed the official score sheets and revised two positions in the final rundown of the track's original electronic scoring.  Darrell Lanigan, who was originally scored one lap down in eighth position, was determined to be on the lead lap, thus revising his finishing position to third place.  In addition, John Blankenship was originally scored electronically in 14th place, but was later credited with a 13th place finish after a review of the official score sheets.    

You can find out more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series by logging on to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503. 

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Race Summary 

Sunday Night, May 11, 2008

 Lucas Oil Speedway-Wheatland, Missouri

PRC Fast Time: Scott Bloomquist/16.909 seconds

 Hawk Brake First Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Scott Bloomquist, Scott James, Jeremy Payne, Darrell Lanigan, Chad Simpson, Larry Campbell, Jesse Stovall, JD Hubert, Mark Voigt, Larry Clawson, Greg Larsen, Rickey Frankel - DNS, PJ Haskins - DNS

 Hawk Brake Second Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Will Vaught, John Blankenship, Dan Schlieper, Chub Frank, Freddy Smith, Brian Shirley, Shanon Buckingham, Scott Drake, Alan Vaughn, Wayne Chinn, Chad Frewaldt, Billy Peden - DNS, Stacy Taylor - DNS, Larry D. Clawson - DNS

 AFCO Racing Products Third Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Shannon Babb, Jimmy Owens, Terry Casey, Clint Smith, Chris Simpson, Brian Birkhofer, Dave Eckrich, Billy Drake, Brandon McCormick, Mark Burgtorf - DNS, Ryan Dauber - DNS, Aaron Seabaugh - DNS, Davis Thomas - DNS

 Tiger Rear Ends Fourth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Billy Moyer, Steve Casebolt, Michael England, Ray Cook, Wendell Wallace, Rusty Dukes, Denny Eckrich, Jack Sullivan, John Mason, Justin Fegers, Steve Hucovski, Don O'Neal - DNS, Brady Smith - DNS

 Hawk Brake Fifth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Earl Pearson Jr., Rick Eckert, Josh Richards, Steve Francis, John Anderson, Bart Hartman, James Ward, Justin Rattliff, Larry Jones, Jeremy Grady, Peyton Taylor, Jason Sivils, Darren Miller - DNS, Bryant Goldsmith - DNS

 Hawk Brake Sixth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Jimmy Mars, Eric Turner, David Turner, Brantlee Gotschall, Al Purkey, Terry Phillips, Andrew McKay, Denny Woodworth, Steve Rushin, Randy Zimmerman, Shawn Harker, Brad Neat

 Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno First B-Main (20 Laps-Top 2 Advance): Darrell Lanigan, Chub Frank, Clint Smith, Freddy Smith, Chad Simpson, Chris Simpson, Jesse Stovall, Brain Shirley, Larry Campbell, JD Hubert, Wayne Chinn, Larry Clawson, Chad Frewaldt, Mark Voigt, Scott Drake, Dave Eckrich, Brandon McCormick, Alan Vaughn, Greg Larsen, Brian Birkhofer, Billy Drake, Shanon Buckingham - DNS, Rickey Frankel - DNS, PJ Haskins - DNS, Billy Peden - DNS, Stacy Taylor - DNS, Larry D. Clawson - DNS, Mark Burgtorf - DNS, Aaron Seabaugh - DNS, David Thomas - DNS

  Quarter Master Second B-Main (20 Laps-Top 2 Advance): Steve Francis, Wendell Wallace, Ray Cook, John Anderson, Brantlee Gotschall, Andrew McKay, Rusty Dukes, John Mason, Jack Sullivan, Peyton Taylor, Denny Woodworth, Larry Jones, Jeremy Grady, Steve Hucovski, James Ward, Justin Fegers, Al Purkey, Bart Hartman, Steve Rushin, Randy Zimmerman, Jason Sivils, Terry Phillips - DNS, Denny Eckrich - DNS, Justin Rattliff - DNS, Shawn Harker - DNS, Tommy Elston - DNS, Brad Neat - DNS, Don O'Neal - DNS, Brady Smith - DNS, Darren Miller - DNS, Bryant Goldsmith - DNS 

 2nd Annual SuperClean Diamond Nationals Feature Finish (100 Laps): Shannon Babb, Billy Moyer, Darrell Lanigan, Jimmy Owens, Steve Casebolt, Scott James, Josh Richards, Scott Bloomquist, Dan Schlieper, Rick Eckert, Justin Rattliff, Steve Francis, John Blankenship, Earl Pearson Jr., Jimmy Mars, Bart Hartman, Will Vaught, Terry Casey, Michael England, Wendell Wallace, Chub Frank, Jeremy Payne, Terry Phillips, Eric Turner, Al Purkey, David Turner

 Race Statistics

 

Entries:  80

 Caution Flags: 9

 Lap Leaders: Shannon Babb 1-100

 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Provisionals: Justin Rattliff, Bart Hartman

 Midwest Late Model Racing Association Series Provisionals: Al Purkey, Terry Phillips 

PBM/Erson Cams Hard Charger of the Race:  Darrell Lanigan (Started 19th and finished 3rd-advanced 16 positions) 

Allstar Performance Performer of the Race: Darrell Lanigan 

K&N Filters Clean Pass of the Race: Bart Hartman 

Quarter Master Rookie of the Race:  John Blankenship

ASI Racewear Lucky 7 Award:  Josh Richards 

Integra Shocks Crew Chief of the Race:  Eric Killion (Steve Casebolt) 

Comp Cams Engine Builder of the Race:  Clements Racing Engines 

Time of the Race:  1 hour, 13 minutes

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings

 

1)        Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) 1625

1)        Earl Pearson Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) 1625

 3)      Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) 1525

 4)      Terry Casey (New London, WI) 1520

 5)      Bart Hartman (Zanesville, OH) 1470

 6)      Dan Schlieper (Sullivan, WI) 1400

 7)      Scott James (Lawrenceburg, IN) 1375 

8)      Billy Drake (Bloomington, IL) 1280

 9)      Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) 1240

 10) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 1160

 

Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings

1)        Terry Casey (New London, WI) 1520

2)        Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 1160

 3)        John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) 520

 4)        Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) 75

 5)        Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) 75

  

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

 

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

 2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director(jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Second Annual SuperClean Diamond Nationals at Lucas Oil Speedway Postponed until Sunday

WHEATLAND, MO (May 10, 2008) - The Second Annual SuperClean Diamond Nationals at the Lucas Oil Speedway has been postponed for Saturday Night when thunderstorms hit the area at approximately 6:00 PM Central Time. The event, co-sanctioned by the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series and the O'Reilly MLRA Late Model Series, will be run Sunday Afternoon with gates opening at 2:00 PM and racing starting at 4:00 PM.

There will be six Late Model heat races followed by the B-Mains and the 100 Lap Second Annual SuperClean Diamond Nationals paying $40,000 to win.

Sunday's SuperClean Diamond Nationals Heat Race Line-Ups:

12 Lap Heats (Top 3 Advance to Main Event)

First Heat: Scott Bloomquist, Scott James, Jeremy Payne, Chad Simpson, Darrell Lanigan, Jesse Stovall, Larry Campbell, Rickey Frankel, Mark Voigt, J.D. Hubert, Greg Larsen, Larry Clawson, P.J. Haskins

Second Heat: Will Vaught, Dan Schlieper, Chub Frank, John Blankenship, Brian Shirley, Freddy Smith, Shanon Buckingham, Scott Drake, Wayne Chinn, Alan Vaughn, Billy Peden, Stacy Taylor, Chad Frewaldt, Larry D. Clawson

Third Heat: Shannon Babb, Jimmy Owens, Clint Smith, Dave Eckrich, Chris Simpson, Terry Casey, Mark Burgtorf, Billy Drake, Brian Birkhofer, Brandon McCormick, Ryan Dauber, Aaron Seabaugh, David Thomas

Fourth Heat: Steve Casebolt, Billy Moyer, Michael England, Ray Cook, Wendell Wallace, Justin Fegers, Rusty Dukes, Don O'Neal, Denny Eckrich, John Mason, Steve Hucovski, Brady Smith, Jack Sullivan

Fifth Heat: Earl Pearson Jr., Rick Eckert, Josh Richards, John Anderson, Steve Francis, Bart Hartman, Peyton Taylor, Justin Rattliff, James Ward, Darren Miller, Jeremy Grady, Larry Jones, Bryan Goldsmith, Jason Sivils

Sixth Heat: Jimmy Mars, Eric Turner, Tommy Elston, Brad Neat, Denny Woodworth, Terry Phillips, Steve Rushin, Brantlee Gotschall, David Turner, Al Purkey, Andrew McKay, Randy Zimmerman, Shawn Harker

For the latest information on this event you can go to www.LucasOilSpeedway.com  and www.lucasdirt.com.


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
May 9, 2008

Scott Bloomquist Tops 80 Car Field in PRC Time Trials at the Second Annual SuperClean Diamond Nationals at Lucas Oil Speedway

WHEATLAND, MO (May 9, 2008) - Scott Bloomquist of Mooresburg, TN led a star-studded field of 80 entries on Friday Night as he set fast time at the Second Annual SuperClean Diamond Nationals at Lucas Oil Speedway. Bloomquist spun a number one on the wheel which means the fastest qualifiers in each of the six heat races will start from the pole. Other polesitters will be Will Vaught of Crane, MO, Shannon Babb of Moweaqua, IL, Steve Casebolt of Richmond, IN, Earl Pearson Jr. of Jacksonville, FL and Jimmy Mars of Menomonie, WI.

The first of six Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Heat Races will fire at 7:00PM on Saturday Night followed by B-Mains and the 100 Lap $40,000 to win Second Annual SuperClean Diamond Nationals.

On Friday Night the Integra Racing Shocks Crew Chief Challenge was won by crew chief Randall Edwards and crew member Matt Langston of the Bobby Labonte Racing Team with driver, Earl Pearson Jr. Other finalists competing against Edwards were Austin Hargrove of Bart Hartman's team and Kenny Kenneda crew chief for the Powell Motorsports Team with driver Scott James.

The Powell Motorsports Team of Kenny Kenneda and Shane James captured the ASI Racewear Best Appearing Crew which was determined by a vote of celebrity judges based on the appearance of the car, driver and crew.

The Second Annual SuperClean Diamond Nationals can be heard live on www.lucasdirt.com  or www.racetalklive.com  with Dustin Jarrett bringing all the action beginning at 8:00 PM (Eastern), 7:00 PM (Central).

Saturday Night's SuperClean Diamond Nationals Heat Race Line-Ups

10 Lap Heats (Top 3 Advance to Main Event)

First Heat: Scott Bloomquist, Scott James, Jeremy Payne, Chad Simpson, Darrell Lanigan, Jesse Stovall, Larry Campbell, Rickey Frankel, Mark Voigt, J.D. Hubert, Greg Larsen, Larry Clawson, P.J. Haskins

Second Heat: Will Vaught, Dan Schlieper, Chub Frank, John Blankenship, Brian Shirley, Freddy Smith, Shanon Buckingham, Scott Drake, Wayne Chinn, Alan Vaughn, Billy Peden, Stacy Taylor, Chad Frewaldt, Larry D. Clawson

Third Heat: Shannon Babb, Jimmy Owens, Clint Smith, Dave Eckrich, Chris Simpson, Terry Casey, Mark Burgtorf, Billy Drake, Brian Birkhofer, Brandon McCormick, Ryan Dauber, Aaron Seabaugh, David Thomas

Fourth Heat: Steve Casebolt, Billy Moyer, Michael England, Ray Cook, Wendell Wallace, Justin Fegers, Rusty Dukes, Don O'Neal, Denny Eckrich, John Mason, Steve Hucovski, Brady Smith, Jack Sullivan

Fifth Heat: Earl Pearson Jr., Rick Eckert, Josh Richards, John Anderson, Steve Francis, Bart Hartman, Peyton Taylor, Justin Rattliff, James Ward, Darren Miller, Jeremy Grady, Larry Jones, Bryan Goldsmith, Jason Sivils

Sixth Heat: Jimmy Mars, Eric Turner, Tommy Elston, Brad Neat, Denny Woodworth, Terry Phillips, Steve Rushin, Brantlee Gotschall, David Turner, Al Purkey, Andrew McKay, Randy Zimmerman, Shawn Harker


Schedule of Events for Saturday, May 10, 2008


Pit Gates Open at 4 p.m. (pit passes $30)
Spectator Gate Open at 4 p.m.
Sports Cards Driver Autograph Session 5:15 p.m.
Driver's Meeting 6:30 p.m.
Hot Laps "A" Mods ONLY 6:45 p.m.
Late Model Heat Races 7:00 p.m.
First Half "A" Modified B Features
Late Model B Features
Second Half "A" Modified B Features
SuperClean Diamond Nationals Late Model 100 Lap Main Event
"A" Modified 30 Lap Main Event ($2000 to win, $325 to Start)
 
Second Annual SuperClean "Diamond Nationals" Payoff: $40,000, $20,000, $10,000, $7,500, $6,000, $4,000, $3,500, $3,000, $2,600, $2,550, $2,500, $2,450, $2,400, $2,350, $2,300, $2,250, $2,200, $2,100, $2,050, $2,000, $2,000, $2,000, $2,000, $2,000, $2,000, $2,000

Tire Rule: American Racer - SD44, SD48, MD56 and Hoosier Tire - 1300, 1350, LM20, 1600, LM40, D55(Shoulder Plated)

For up-to-date information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can point your browser to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director(jessex@lucasdirt.com)
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
April 15, 2008

Carrier, James, Pearson, and Rattliff Highlight Tonight's Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour


CORONA, CA (April 15, 2008) - Tonight at 8:00pm (EST) the Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour returns to the airwaves of RaceTalkLive.com with an action packed line-up featuring drivers Eddie Carrier Jr., Scott James, Earl Pearson Jr., and Justin Rattliff as well as Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Technical Director AJ Bingham.

Salt Rock, WV's Eddie Carrier Jr. is the most recent Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series winner, narrowly taking Saturday night's "Glockner 50" at K-C Raceway. An incredible battle between Carrier, Scott Bloomquist, and Bart Hartman saw a remarkable 10 "official" lead changes in the first 32 laps of the race. The defending Hillbilly 100 champion then fended off Bloomquist to lead the final 17 laps and put the Carl Grover owned #28 in victory lane. Carrier Jr. will join the broadcast to discuss his Series win and his plans for the rest of 2008.

Scott James will also come on the show to talk about his roller coaster season in 2008. "The Silver Shark" notched his only Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series top 10 finish of this season on Friday, April 4th at Screven Motor Speedway when he rolled the Jam-Pow Motorsports #83 into winner's circle. Last year's runner-up in points will talk about his up and down season as well as look ahead to the rest of 2008.

Four time and defending Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Champion Earl Pearson Jr. will join the program to discuss his "Drive for Five" and talk about his dramatic Series win at Golden Isles Speedway where he passed Scott Bloomquist on the final lap to pick up the victory. Pearson, who currently leads the 2008 Series standings, will also talk about how his wreck at Volusia has changed the sport's outlook on safety.

Campbellsville, KY's Justin Rattliff will close out the show. The defending Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Rookie of the Year currently sits 5th in the overall points standings, less than 100 points behind leader Pearson. "The Rattler" has five top 10's with the Series this year, including a runner-up finish in the Indiana Icebreaker at Brownstown Speedway.

Also joining the broadcast will be Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Technical Director AJ Bingham. Bingham, a native of Hope, IN, will talk about the duties of a Technical Director and the difficulties he encounters each and every night at the track.

The Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour, hosted by Dustin Jarrett, will air LIVE at 8:00pm eastern/7:00pm central tonight on www.RaceTalkLive.com.  Fans are encouraged to send in your questions, or feedback by email, instant messenger, or by calling in Live at 866-593-7945. Email is djarrett@lucasdirt.com.  AOL IM Username is LucasDirtDJ.

For more information on the Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour or the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, please visit www.LucasDirt.com.


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

Dustin Jarrett - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Internet Broadcast Coordinator(djarrett@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
April 14, 2008

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Mourns Passing of Freddy Smith's Father-In-Law



CORONA, CA (April 14, 2008) - The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is saddened to learn of the passing last week of Naomi Smith's father Ezell Kirby. Naomi is the wife of National Dirt Late Model Hall of Famer and Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series competitor, Freddy Smith who reside in Seymour, TN. Freddy Smith is one of most well known dirt late model racers in history. He has 782 career feature wins and is the only 5-time winner of the Dirt Track World Championship Race.

"We are deeply saddened by the loss of Mrs. Naomi Smith's father Ezell Kirby passing away. Freddy and Naomi are true ambassadors for the sport of dirt track racing. I had the chance to speak with her at a race in early March and she shared with me her personal story about her father's health situation. It was a privilege to talk with her for a few moments." said Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Director Ritchie Lewis. "We left our conversation with a prayer promise for her father and the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Naomi Smith, Freddy, Jeff and the entire family as they mourn the loss of a great man."

Freddy Smith is currently 13th in the latest Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings. He was unable to attend the series' last event on Saturday Night, April 12th at Jim Nier's K-C Raceway in Chillicothe, OH due to Mr. Ezell Kirby passing. He was voted 75 hardship points by his fellow drivers and that is reflected in the latest points standings now posted at www.lucasdirt.com.

You can find out more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series by logging on to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series off ice at (951) 532-2503.

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
April 12, 2008

Eddie Carrier Jr. the King of K-C Raceway; Veteran Driver Wins Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series "Glockner 50"

Chillicothe, OH (April 12, 2008)- Eddie Carrier Jr. of Salt Rock, WV raced into the lead on lap 31 and then withstood the challenges of Scott Bloomquist as he captured the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series "Glockner 50"on Saturday Night at K-C Raceway. In a race slowed by 12 cautions the race for the lead lasted all 50 laps as Carrier pocketed $10,000 for himself and car owner Carl Grover before the cameras of SPEED Channel who was on hand to tape the event. Bloomquist finished in second followed by John Blankenship, Billy Drake and Earl Pearson Jr.

Carrier who started alongside Bloomquist on the front row of the race fell back to as far as fourth in running order at one point charged into the second spot on lap 30 just one circuit before he overtook Bloomquist for the lead. The two drivers ran distinctive grooves over the final 20 laps running side by side on several occasions until Carrier was able to open enough breathing room as he had to hold off a last lap Bloomquist charge that fell just short at the finish line.

Completing the top ten were Matt Miller, Donnie Moran, Bart Hartman, Dan Schlieper and Steve Casebolt.

In preliminary action Wayne Chinn took the PRC Fast Time over the 52 entrants with a lap of 14.483 seconds around the 3/8ths mile oval. Heat race winners were Wayne Chinn, Eddie Carrier Jr., Bart Hartman and Scott Bloomquist. The B-mains victors were Dan Schlieper and Doug Drown.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will next be in action on Friday Night, April 25th at Bedford Speedway in Bedford, PA for a $7,000 to win event followed on Saturday Night, April 26th as the series travels to Hagerstown Speedway in Hagerstown, MD for the $10,000 to win "Stanley Schetrompf Memorial."
 
For further information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can visit the series website at www.lucasdirt.com  or you can call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Race Summary

Saturday Night, April 12, 2008

K-C Raceway - Chillicothe, OH

PRC Fast Time: Wayne Chinn/14.483 seconds

Hawk Brake First Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Wayne Chinn, Terry Casey, John Blankenship, Rick Combs, Dan Schlieper, Tim Dohm, Ben Adkins, Chris Garnes, Terry Hicks, Larry Kingseed, Kenny Christy, Damon Eller, Mike Meyers

Hawk Brake Second Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Eddie Carrier Jr., Mike Marlar, Jeep VanWormer, Mike Wilson, Shannon Thornsberry, Jeff Houser, Nick Corbitt, Rob Stambaugh, Steve Shaver, Chris Combs, Josh McGuire, Steve Francis, Jared Hawkins - DNS

AFCO Racing Products Third Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Bart Hartman, Billy Drake, Matt Miller, Justin Rattliff, Darrell Lanigan, Scott James, John Mason, Steve Casebolt, Rod Conley, Dean Boyd, Joe Ramey, Donnie Stewart, Brandon Fouts - DNS

Tiger Rear Ends Fourth Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Scott Bloomquist, RJ Conley, Earl Pearson Jr., Donnie Moran, Doug Drown, Bobby Kitchen, Delmas Conley, KC Burdette, Greg Anderson, Don O'Neal, Rick Aukland, Russ Frohnapfel, Dan Shrigley

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno First B-Main (12 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Dan Schlieper, Josh McGuire, Ben Adkins, Tim Dohm, Rob Stambaugh, Terry Hicks, Kenny Christy, Larry Kingseed, Mike Meyers, Shannon Thornsberry, Chris Garnes, Chris Combs, Steve Francis, Jeff Houser, Nick Corbitt, Steve Shaver - DNS, Damon Eller - DNS, Jared Hawkins - DNS

Quarter Master Second B-Main (12 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Doug Drown, Don O'Neal, Darrell Lanigan, John Mason, Delmas Conley, Greg Anderson, Rod Conley, Dean Boyd, Donnie Stewart, Joe Ramey, KC Burdette, Scott James, Rick Aukland, Steve Casebolt, Russ Frohnapfel, Bobby Kitchen, Brandon Fouts - DNS, Dan Shrigley - DNS

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Glockner 50 Feature Finish (50 Laps): Eddie Carrier Jr., Scott Bloomquist, John Blankenship, Billy Drake, Earl Pearson Jr., Matt Miller, Donnie Moran, Bart Hartman, Dan Schlieper, Steve Casebolt, Justin Rattliff, Ben Adkins, Wayne Chinn, Jeep VanWormer, Darrell Lanigan, RJ Conley, Mike Marlar, Rick Combs, Terry Casey, Mike Wilson, Josh McGuire, Doug Drown, Don O'Neal, Scott James



Race Statistics


Entries: 52

Caution Flags: 12

Lap Leaders: Bloomquist 1, 10, 16-20, 24, 30-31; Hartman 2-9, 11-15; Eddie Carrier Jr. 21-23, 28-29, 32-50

Series Provisionals: Steve Casebolt, Scott James

PBM/Erson Cams Hard Charger of the Race: Steve Casebolt (Started 23rd and finished 10th-advanced 13 positions)

Allstar Performance Performer of the Race: Billy Drake

K&N Filters Clean Pass of the Race: Eddie Carrier Jr.

Quarter Master Rookie of the Race: John Blankenship

ASI Racewear Lucky 7 Award: Donnie Moran

Integra Crew Chief of the Race: Eddie Carrier Sr. (Eddie Carrier Jr.)

Comp Cams Engine Builder of the Race: Grover Engines

Time of the Race: 1 hour

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings


1) Earl Pearson Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) 1210

2) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 1205

3) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) 1160

4) Bart Hartman (Zanesville, OH) 1120

5) Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) 1115

6) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) 1065

7) Dan Schlieper (Sullivan, WI) 1010

8) Scott James (Lawrenceburg, IN) 995

9) Billy Drake (Bloomington, IL) 925

10) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 865

Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings
1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 1205

2) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 865

3) John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) 360

4) Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) 75

5) Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) 75



2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
April 11, 2008

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series "Glockner 50" at K-C Raceway is Still a GO for Saturday Night, April 12



CORONA, CA (April 11, 2008) - "Yes we are going to race on Saturday," those were the words that race fans and drivers were waiting to hear from K-C Raceway promoter, Jimmy Nier whose track hosts the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series $10,000 to win "Glockner 50" this Saturday Night, April 12th.

Rain passed through the area Thursday Night and Friday, but the prospects for racing Saturday Night at K-C have improved over the last several hours. "For fans and drivers driving a distance, it looks good at this point; I see no reason why we won't race on Saturday. It looks like the rain has passed us and is moving out." said Nier.

There was a large turnout of people at Glockner Toyota in Portsmouth, OH on Friday afternoon as Zanesville, OH native and Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series competitor Bart Hartman enjoyed a meet and greet session with the fans. Radio station WPAY 104.1 was on hand for the event as they did a live remote from Glockner Toyota.

"Jimmy Nier, his staff and the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series are looking forward to Saturday Night's show. We will have SPEED TV on hand to tape the event and fans and drivers can look forward to another well run show by everyone involved," commented Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Director, Ritchie Lewis.

Owner and Promoter Jim Nier, who took over the track after one event in 2002 has done a lot of work to the facility over the off-season. "We've put a lot of work into the facility this winter when the weather permitted. We've added additional lighting to the track, added some clay, remodeled the pit concessions, and purchased some new equipment in an effort to make this year our best yet. We are looking forward to seeing the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series race at K-C on April 12 and I'm sure it's going to be very exciting," said Nier, who still races a sprint car on occasions when his busy schedule permits.

In 2005 K-C Raceway also became the host to one of dirt late model racings' crown jewel events as Carl Short brought his "Dirt Track World Championship" race to K-C. The annual $50,000 to win event has become a must see over the years for race fans and Saturday's visit by the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series gives drivers additional track time on the high banks leading up to the annual October showcase event.

The series trip to K-C featuring the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will be the next event that 20 drivers will be eligible for the "Winners Circle Program" and the "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland bonus monies. This is an incentive program that will pay the top ten drivers in the 2008 Championship Points an extra $600 each with perfect attendance throughout 2008. The "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" Program will also pay an additional $600 to each of the ten highest points drivers from the final 2007 Championship Points standings that follow the Road to Wheatland with perfect attendance but are not in the current top ten in points. The SuperClean "Diamond Nationals" at Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, MO is slated for May 9th and 10th and will pay $40,000 to win this year.

On Saturday April 12th at K-C pit gates will open at 4:00 pm with grandstand gates opening at 4:30 PM. Hot laps are set to begin at 6:30 PM with PRC Time Trials for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series to start at 7:00 PM. General grandstand admission will be $25 with children ages 7-12 admitted for $5 with kids 5 and under free. Pit passes will be $35.

K-C Raceway is located 12 miles south of Chillicothe, OH on State Road 23, two miles off of Blain Highway in Alma, OH. For more information you can visit www.kc-raceway.com  or call the track office at (740) 663-4141.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series tire rule for the race will be Hoosier 1300, D35/1425, 1600 and LM20/40 and American Racer SD44, SD48 and MD56. For more information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings (After April 6, 2008)

1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 1070

2) Earl Pearson Jr (Jacksonville, FL) - 1005

3) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) - 980

4) Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) - 940

5) Bart Hartman (Zanesville, OH) - 930

6) Scott James (Lawrenceburg, IN) - 870

7) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) - 870

8) Dan Schlieper (Sullivan, WI) - 825

9) Billy Drake (Bloomington, IL) -715

10)Don O'Neal (Martinsville, IN) - 695

11)Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) - 690

12)Freddy Smith (Seymour, TN) - 645

13)Ray Cook (Brasstown, NC) - 825

14)John Mason (Millersburg, OH) - 605

15)Damon Eller (Crumpler, NC) - 585

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings (After April 6, 2008)

1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 1070
2) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) - 690

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series April Racing Schedule

April 12 - KC Raceway-Chillicothe, OH ($10,000 to win)
April 25 - Bedford Speedway-Bedford, PA ($7,000 to win)
April 26 - Hagerstown Speedway-Hagerstown, MD ($10,000 to win)



2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
April 10, 2008

Buckeye State Drivers Looking Forward to Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Visit to K-C Raceway; Glockner 50 Set for This Saturday Night



CORONA, CA (April 10, 2008) - The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series rolls into Jim Nier's K-C Raceway in Chillicothe, OH for the $10,000 to win "Glockner 50" this Saturday Night, April 12th and four drivers from the Buckeye State who are following the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series in 2008 have their eyes set on the first place prize.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series last visited K-C Raceway back in 2005 and with Saturday's return engagement nearing Bart Hartman of Zanesville, Oh, Donnie Moran of Dresden, OH, Wayne Chinn of Bradford, OH and John Mason of Millersburg, OH look to break through with a victory lane celebration before the cameras of SPEED Channel who will be on hand to tape the event.

Hartman, who is in his first season of following the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series tour comes into K-C the highest ranked Ohio driver in points. Hartman currently runs fifth in the championship points standings as he sits behind points leader, Terry Casey of New London, WI, three-time champion, Earl Pearson Jr. of Jacksonville, FL, reigning Eldora Dream winner Steve Casebolt of Richmond, IN and 2007 LOLMDS "Rookie of the Year" Justin Rattliff of Campbellsville, KY.

Moran, who won the last time the series raced at K-C will be on hand seeking to end a streak that dates back to September 18, 2005 when he won the "Pittsburgher 100" that's the last time he won a Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series event. Moran, who has finished third (twice) and fourth place (last year) in the Lucas Oil Series Championship Points Standings comes into this weekend's race at K-C locked in a sixth place tie with Scott James the championship points race.

Chinn, who has hit the road with the Lucas Oil series in '08, rests just outside the top ten in points in the 11th position, just five points behind Don O'Neal of Martinsville, IN who holds down tenth place. Chinn comes into the event at K-C second to Casey in the Quarter Master "Rookie of the Year" standings.

Mason, whom like Hartman and Moran is a former Dirt Track World Championship event winner in his career heads into K-C 14th in the championship points standings after last weekend's Georgia road trip. Mason like Chinn will be seeking his first career Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series win in trying to defend his home turf.

Owner and Promoter Jim Nier, who took over the track after one event in 2002 has done a lot of work to the facility over the off-season. "We've put a lot of work into the facility this winter when the weather permitted. We've added additional lighting to the track, added some clay, remodeled the pit concessions, and purchased some new equipment in an effort to make this year our best yet. We are looking forward to seeing the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series race at K-C on April 12 and I'm sure it's going to be very exciting," said Nier, who still races a sprint car on occasions when his busy schedule permits.

In 2005 K-C Raceway also became the host to one of dirt late model racings' crown jewel events as Carl Short brought his "Dirt Track World Championship" race to K-C. The annual $50,000 to win event has become a must see over the years for race fans and Saturday's visit by the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series gives drivers additional track time on the high banks leading up to the annual October showcase event.

The series trip to K-C featuring the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will be the next event that 20 drivers will be eligible for the "Winners Circle Program" and the "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland bonus monies. This is an incentive program that will pay the top ten drivers in the 2008 Championship Points an extra $600 each with perfect attendance throughout 2008. The "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" Program will also pay an additional $600 to each of the ten highest points drivers from the final 2007 Championship Points standings that follow the Road to Wheatland with perfect attendance but are not in the current top ten in points. The SuperClean "Diamond Nationals" at Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, MO is slated for May 9th and 10th and will pay $40,000 to win this year.

On Saturday April 12th at K-C pit gates will open at 4:00 pm with grandstand gates opening at 4:30 PM. Hot laps are set to begin at 6:30 PM with PRC Time Trials for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series to start at 7:00 PM. General grandstand admission will be $25 with children ages 7-12 admitted for $5 with kids 5 and under free. Pit passes will be $35.

K-C Raceway is located 12 miles south of Chillicothe, OH on State Road 23, two miles off of Blain Highway in Alma, OH. For more information you can visit www.kc-raceway.com or call the track office at (740) 663-4141.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series tire rule for the race will be Hoosier 1300, 1425 - D35, 1600 and LM20/40 and American Racer SD44, SD48 and MD56. For more information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings


1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 1070

2) Earl Pearson Jr (Jacksonville, FL) - 1005

3) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) - 980

4) Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) - 940

5) Bart Hartman (Zanesville, OH) - 930

6) Scott James (Lawrenceburg, IN) - 870

7) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) - 870

8) Dan Schlieper (Sullivan, WI) - 825

9) Billy Drake (Bloomington, IL) -715

10) Don O'Neal (Martinsville, IN) - 695

11) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) - 690

12) Freddy Smith (Seymour, TN) - 645

13) Ray Cook (Brasstown, NC) - 825

14) John Mason (Millersburg, OH) - 605

15) Damon Eller (Crumpler, NC) - 585

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings

1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 1070

2) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) - 690


Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series April Racing Schedule


April 12 - KC Raceway-Chillicothe, OH ($10,000 to win)

April 25 - Bedford Speedway-Bedford, PA ($7,000 to win)

April 26 - Hagerstown Speedway-Hagerstown, MD ($10,000 to win)


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
April 8, 2008

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Returns to K-C Raceway April 12th Brownstown Tidbits



CORONA, CA (April 8, 2008) - What better way to kick off your 2008 racing season than hosting a Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series event? Jim Nier of K-C Raceway in Chillicothe, OH can attest as he owns "Ohio's Fastest 3/8ths Mile High Banked Dirt Track" that will host the touring pros of the Lucas Oil Series on Saturday Night, April 12th.

K-C Raceway had scheduled to open the new campaign on March 29th, but two straight cancellations due to persistent wet grounds have laid the groundwork for the track's opening event this year to be the "Glockner 50" featuring a complete $10,000 to win show for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series which will be taped by SPEED Channel.

Owner and Promoter Jim Nier, who took over the track after one event in 2002 has done a lot of work to the facility over the off-season. "We've put a lot of work into the facility this winter when the weather permitted. We've added additional lighting to the track, added some clay, remodeled the pit concessions, and purchased some new equipment in an effort to make this year our best yet. We are looking forward to seeing the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series race at K-C on April 12 and I'm sure it's going to be very exciting," said Nier, who still races a sprint car on occasions when his busy schedule permits.

In 2005 K-C Raceway also became the host to one of dirt late model racings' crown jewel events as Carl Short brought his "Dirt Track World Championship" race to K-C. The annual $50,000 to win event has become a must see over the years for race fans and Saturday's visit by the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series gives drivers additional track time on the high banks leading up to the annual October showcase event.

The series trip to K-C featuring the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will be the next event for drivers who will be eligible for the "Winners Circle Program" and the "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland bonus monies. This is an incentive program that will pay the top ten drivers in the 2008 Championship Points an extra $600 each with perfect attendance throughout 2008. The "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" Program will also pay an additional $600 to each of the ten highest points drivers from the final 2007 Championship Points standings that follow the Road to Wheatland with perfect attendance but are not in the current top ten in points. The SuperClean "Diamond Nationals" at Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, MO is slated for May 9th and 10th and will pay $40,000 to win this year.

On Saturday April 12th at K-C pit gates will open at 4:00 pm with grandstand gates opening at 4:30 PM. Hot laps are set to begin at 6:30 PM with PRC Time Trials for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series to start at 7:00 PM. General grandstand admission will be $25 with children ages 7-12 admitted for $5 with kids 5 and under free. Pit passes will be $35.

K-C Raceway is located 12 miles south of Chillicothe, OH on State Road 23, two miles off of Blain Highway in Alma, OH. For more information you can visit www.kc-raceway.com  or call the track office at (740) 663-4141.



The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series tire rule for the race will be Hoosier 1300, 1425 - D35, 1600 and LM20/40 and American Racer SD44, SD48 and MD56. For more information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

BROWNSTOWN TIDBITS:

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series paid a visit to the Brownstown Speedway in Brownstown, IN back on March 29th for the 11th Annual "Indiana Icebreaker" which drew 61 entries to the Tim Keithley promoted facility. Despite nearly 20 inches of rain and snow in the one month period leading up to the race Keithley and his crew did an outstanding job of getting the track prepared to race on for the Icebreaker which produced some outstanding racing especially in the 50-lap main event which saw winner Terry Casey of New London, WI come from 16th starting spot to notch his second career series victory and his second ever $10,000 win. The series returns to Brownstown on September 19th and 20th for the 29th Annual "Jackson 100" which this year pays a record-setting $20,000 to win.

CASEBOLT HARD CHARGER: Reigning Eldora Dream winner and Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series regular Steve Casebolt of Richmond, IN was suffering through a terrible night leading up to the main event at Brownstown. Casebolt, who finished third in last year's championship points standings, had to take a provisional to make a tough-starting lineup. Casebolt displayed plenty of patience early on in the event racing his way up to a fifth place finish to earn the PBM/Erson Cams "Hard Charger of the Race."

INDIANA WELL REPRESENTED IN ICEBREAKER: A third of the starting lineup for the 11th Annual "Indiana Icebreaker" was made up of drivers from the Hoosier State. Indiana has always been a hotbed of driving talent as Casebolt, Scott James, Don O'Neal, John Gill, Steve Barnett, Rohn Moon, Kevin Claycomb and Cody Mahoney all made the 24-car starting field with four of those drivers finishing in the top ten. Casebolt (5th), O'Neal (6th), Gill (8th) and Barnett (9th) all represented their home-state well with those finishes. Claycomb was making his first start at Brownstown since the 2004 Jackson 100.

SPECIAL SPONSOR GUESTS ON HAND AT BROWNSTOWN: Kraig Reash, COO of SuperClean Brands, Inc. along with Jeff Cave was visitors to the "Indiana Icebreaker" at Brownstown Speedway. SuperClean is the title sponsor for the SuperClean "Diamond Nationals" at Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, MO on May 9th and 10th which pays a record $40,000 to win this year. Also on hand at Brownstown were Rico Elmore and Tom Aquilera of Fatheadz.com one of the new series sponsors in 2008.

LUCAS OIL STADIUM TO DEBUT IN PRIME TIME: Lucas Oil Stadium located in Indianapolis will be the new home of the Indianapolis Colts starting in 2008. The announcement was made this past Monday that the new venue will host the Colts and the Chicago Bears in a rematch Super Bowl XLI (won by the Colts, 29-17) on the National Football League's opening weekend as NBC will televise the event at 8:15 PM on Sunday, September 7th.


Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series April Racing Schedule


April 12 - KC Raceway-Chillicothe, OH ($10,000 to win)

April 25 - Bedford Speedway-Bedford, PA ($7,000 to win)

April 26 - Hagerstown Speedway-Hagerstown, MD ($10,000 to win)


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
April 6, 2008

Hurricane blows through Golden Isles with Last Lap Pass



BRUNSWICK, GA (April 6, 2008) - Earl Pearson Jr., of Jacksonville, FL, started ninth and led just one lap en route to claiming the $10,000 feature win. Scott Bloomquist, of Mooresburg, TN, led 49 laps of 50, only to finish second in the final rundown. Steve Casebolt, of Richmond, IN, finished third after battling the final few laps with eventual race winner Earl Pearson Jr.

Bloomquist, who started outside of the first row alongside Terry Casey, jumped out to an early lead on the start. Bloomquist led much of the early half of the race with little pressure. Around halfway he began to fend off challenges from Jacksonville's Jason Fitzgerald. Fitzgerald took advantage of heavy lap traffic to apply pressure on Bloomquist. On lap 28, the first caution flew for Crossville, TN's Randy Weaver, who pulled up lame atop turn two.

Fitzgerald chose the inside of the second row for the 'Dixie/Delaware' Double File Restart. Casebolt, who was running third at the time, was forced to restart outside of the second row. On the restart Casebolt moved by Fitzgerald while Bloomquist began to extend his lead as Casebolt tried to chase him down.

With only twelve laps remaining, the second of only two cautions, waved over the field for Guyton, GA's Shane Riner, who looped his mount in turn four. This allowed the field to close on Bloomquist. The ensuing Double File Restart saw Casebolt choose the top, forcing third place Fitzgerald to the inside.

As the green waved, Casebolt charged into turn one, showing Bloomquist his nose. Bloomquist held off the challenge. Pearson, who was now fourth, moved by Fitzgerald on lap 39 and set his sights on Casebolt. Casebolt tried several different lines to move by Bloomquist, but every time it was to no avail.

With only two laps remaining, Pearson moved by Casebolt on the outside, and began to try and eat into the ten car-length lead that Bloomquist had. As the field came to the white flag, the crowd was on its feet as Pearson had closed to the rear deck lid of the race leader. Bloomquist entered turn one hugging the bottom line, and Pearson used the top. With the momentum of the top, Pearson catapulted into the lead down the backstretch. Pearson exited turn four to the sight of the checkered flag and the sound of the crowd as he went on to claim the win ahead of Bloomquist.

"It feels great to come here and win in front of this amazing crowd. I cut my teeth at this track and to come here and pass Scott Bloomquist is awesome," stated an elated Pearson in victory lane.

Pearson's Bobby Labonte Racing MasterSbilt Chassis is powered by a Larry Wallace Race Engine, and is sponsored by Life Long Locks and Lucas Oil.

You can find out more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series by logging on to www.lucasdirt.com or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.


Lucas oil Late Model Dirt Series
Race Summary

Sunday Night, April 6, 2008

Golden Isles Speedway -- Brunswick, GA


PRC Fast Time: Jimmy Owens/15.270 seconds

Hawk Brake First Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Steve Casebolt, Justin Rattliff, Ivedent Lloyd Jr., Chris Madden, Bart Hartman, Billy Drake, Jimmy Owens, Steven Howard

Hawk Brake Second Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Terry Casey, Ronny Lee Hollingsworth, Carlton Jackson, Dan Schlieper, Shanon Buckingham, Damon Eller, Randy Weaver, Bodine Massengill

AFCO Racing Products Third Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Jason Fitzgerald, Earl Pearson Jr., Donnie Moran, Shane Riner, Russell Brown Jr., Dillon Wood, Ches-ley Dixon, Freddy Smith

Tiger Rear Ends Fourth Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Scott Bloomquist, Randle Chupp, Dean Bowen, Scott James, Wayne Chinn, John Mason, Tyler Ivey, Casey Barrow

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno First B-Main (12 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Bart Hartman, Shanon Buckingham, Randy Weaver, Damon Eller, Steven Howard, Bodine Massengill, Billy Drake, Jimmy Owens - DNS

Quarter Master Second B-Main (12 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Wayne Chinn, Tyler Ivey, Dillon Wood, John Mason, Freddy Smith, Russell Brown Jr., Casey Barrow, Ches-ley Dixon

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Feature Finish (50 Laps): Earl Pearson Jr., Scott Bloomquist, Steve Casebolt, Jason Fitzgerald, Bart Hartman, Justin Rattliff, Ivedent Lloyd Jr., Shanon Buckingham, Dan Schlieper, Chris Madden, Donnie Moran, Tyler Ivey, Ronny Lee Hollingsworth, Dillon Wood, Scott James, Shane Riner, Randle Chupp, Carlton Jackson, Billy Drake, Randy Weaver, Freddy Smith, Wayne Chinn, Dean Bowen, Terry Casey

Race Statistics


Entries: 32

Caution Flags: 2

Lap Leaders: Bloomquist 1-49, Pearson 50

Series Provisionals: Billy Drake, Freddy Smith

PBM/Erson Cams Hard Charger of the Race: Bart Hartman (Started 17th and finished 5th-advanced 12 positions)

Allstar Performance Performer of the Race: Steve Casebolt

K&N Filters Clean Pass of the Race: Earl Pearson Jr.

Quarter Master Rookie of the Race: Wayne Chinn

ASI Racewear Lucky 7 Award: Ivedent Lloyd Jr.

Integra Crew Chief of the Race: Randall Edwards (Earl Pearson Jr.)

Comp Cams Engine Builder of the Race: Larry Wallace Racing Engines

Time of the Race: 35 minutes


Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings


1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 1070

2) Earl Pearson Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) 1005

3) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) 980

4) Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) 940

5) Bart Hartman (Zanesville, OH) 930

6) Scott James (Lawrenceburg, IN) 870

6) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) 870

8) Dan Schlieper (Sullivan, WI) 825

9) Billy Drake (Bloomington, IL) 715

10) Don O'Neal (Martinsville, IN) 695


Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings


1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 1070

2) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 690

3) John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) 140

4) Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) 75

5) Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) 75


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
April 4, 2008

Shark Attack at Screven - James wins Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Race



SYLVANIA, GA (April 4, 2008) - Scott James of Lawrenceburg, IN, took the lead from Tim Dohm of Charleston, WV, on lap 21 and then held off Jimmy Owens of Newport, TN, to win the 50-lap main event for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series on Friday night at Screven Motor Speedway.

James used a unique line around the track in his Baylor Trucking/Powell Motorsports Rocket/Dickens by running high through turns one, two and three, and then driving off the bottom of turn four to cover the inside where Owens was the strongest.

Owens had to settle for second in the Reece Monument/Gantte Appraisals Bloomquist/Cornett, and Dohm took the third spot in the Dohm Cycle Rocket/Vic Hill. Randy Weaver of Crossville, TN, was fourth in the Hicks & Ingalls Contractors GRT/RED, and Donnie Moran of Dresden, OH rounded out the top five in the Eddie's Sunoco Mastersbilt/Vic Hill.

Justin Rattliff of Campbellsville, KY, was sixth in the Rattliff Motors Rayburn/Pro Power, and Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series point leader Terry Casey of New London, WI, finished seventh in the Arnie Ranta Motorsports/Brewer Concrete Rayburn/Pro Power. Casey was the PRC Fast Qualifier among the 52 entrants with a lap around the 3/8-mile clay oval in 13.976 seconds, and he also won the Hawk Brakes first 10-lap heat race.

Billy Drake of Bloomington, IL, was eighth in the Steidinger Construction Mastersbilt/Mulvain, and ninth went to Ronny Lee Hollingsworth of Northport, AL, in the Baird Transport Rocket/Vic Hill. Bart Hartman of Zanesville, OH, rounded out the top ten in the Imler's Poultry Rocket/Cornett.

In preliminary action, James, Dohm, and Owens also picked up heat race wins, while Hartman and Randle Chupp of Troutman, NC, in the Starrette Trucking/R.W. Powell Construction Rocket/RC won the 12-lap B-Mains. The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series travels to Golden Isle Speedway in Brunswick, GA, for a 50-lap event on Saturday night.

You can find out more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series by logging on to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

Lucas oil Late Model Dirt Series
Race Summary

Friday Night, April 4, 2008

Screven Motor Speedway-Screven, GA

PRC Fast Time: Terry Casey 13.976 seconds (NTR)

Hawk Brake First Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Terry Casey, Billy Drake, Donnie Moran, Ray Cook, Bart Hartman, Wayne Chinn, Terry Lumley, Casey Roberts, Dion Deason, Scott Shirey, Monk Gulledge, Shane Walker

Hawk Brake Second Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Scott James, Justin Rattliff, Shane Riner, Dennis Franklin, Travis Pennington, Bodine Massengill, Dillon Wood, Bo Smith, Jeremy Faircloth, Damon Eller, Michael England, Shane Williams, Jacob Webber - DNS

AFCO Racing Products Third Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Jimmy Owens, Earl Pearson Jr., Dan Schlieper, Ronny Lee Hollingsworth, John Mason, Randle Chupp, Ben Faircloth, Jonathan Davenport, John Henderson, Brandon Yawn, Freddy Smith, Henry Carter, Steven Howard

Tiger Rear Ends Fourth Heat (10 Laps-Top 4 Advance): Tim Dohm, Randy Weaver, Ivedent Lloyd Jr., Steve Casebolt, Jason Fitzgerald, Ches-ley Dixonm Jeff Fortner, Jordy Nipper, Don O'Neal, Casey Barrow, John Kellum, Ed Basey, Mark Davis

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno First B-Main (12 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Bart Hartman, Wayne Chinn, Dillon Wood, Terry Lumley, Damon Eller, Monk Gulledge, Scott Shirey, Dion Deason, Sean Meeks, Bo Smith, Travis Pennington, Casey Roberts - DNS, Jeremy Faircloth - DNS, Sean Meeks - DNS, Michael England - DNS, Shane Williams - DNS, Shane Walker - DNS, Jacob Webber - DNS

Quarter Master Second B-Main (12 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Randle Chupp, Casey Barrow, Jonathan Davenport, Ches-ley Dixon, John Kellum, Brandon Yawn, Jason Fitzgerald, Ben Faircloth, John Mason, Don O'Neal, Freddy Smith, Steven Howard, Jeff Fortner - DNS, Jordy Nipper - DNS, John Henderson - DNS, Henry Carter - DNS, Ed Basey - DNS, Mark Davis - DNS

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Feature Finish (50 Laps): Scott James, Jimmy Owens, Tim Dohm, Randy Weaver, Donnie Moran, Justin Rattliff, Terry Casey, Billy Drake, Ronny Lee Hollingsworth, Bart Hartman, Randle Chupp, Ray Cook, Steve Casebolt, Don O'Neal, Earl Pearson Jr., Ivedent Lloyd Jr., Wayne Chinn, Shane Riner, Dennis Franklin, Dillon Wood, Jonathan Davenport, Dan Schlieper, Freddy Smith, Brandon Yawn, Casey Barrow

Race Statistics


Entries: 52

Caution Flags: 9

Lap Leaders: Dohm 1-20, James 21-50

Series Provisionals: Don O'Neal, Freddy Smith

Track Provisional: Brandon Yawn

PBM/Erson Cams Hard Charger of the Race: Don O'Neal (Started 23rd and finished 14th-advanced 9 positions)

Allstar Performance Performer of the Race: Tim Dohm

K&N Filters Clean Pass of the Race: Scott James

Quarter Master Rookie of the Race: Terry Casey

ASI Racewear Lucky 7 Award: Terry Casey

Integra Crew Chief of the Race: Kenny Kenneda (Scott James)

Comp Cams Engine Builder of the Race: Jay Dickens Engines

Time of the Race: 40 minutes


Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings


1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 945

2) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) 760

3) Earl Pearson Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) 755

4) Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) 740

5) Bart Hartman (Zanesville, OH) 725

6) Scott James (Lawrenceburg, IN) 715

7) Don O'Neal (Martinsville, IN) 695

7) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) 695

9) Dan Schlieper (Sullivan, WI) 640

10) Ray Cook (Brasstown, NC) 625


Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings
1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 945

2) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 565

3) John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) 140

4) Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) 75

5) Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) 75


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
April 3, 2008
 

 


Terry Casey takes Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series win at Swainsboro

SWAINSBORO, GA (April 3, 2008) -

Terry Casey of New London, WI drove the Arnie Ranta Motorsports/Brewer Concrete Rayburn/Pro Power to his third Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series win of the season on Thursday night at Swainsboro Raceway in the 30-lap main event. Casey started third, took the lead from Dan Schlieper of Sullivan, WI on lap seven, and then weaved his way through lapped traffic late in the race to post the victory.

The main event win gave Casey a "clean sweep" of the event, as he was the Fast Qualifier among the 45 entrants with a lap around the 3/10-mile clay oval in 14.577 seconds, he also won the Hawk Brakes First 10-lap Heat Race, and he also padded his Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series point lead.

Schlieper took the second spot in the Hawkeye Trucking/Miller Brothers Coal Rayburn/Pro Power, and Ivedent Lloyd Jr. of Ocala, FL finished third in the HTI Mastersbilt/Lloyd. Dennis "Rambo" Franklin of Gaffney, SC was fourth in the Swiftco Racing/Encompass Solutions Barry Wright/Clements, and the defending and three-time Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series National Champion Earl Pearson Jr. of Jacksonville, FL finished fifth after starting 15th in the Lifelong Locks Mastersbilt/Larry Wallace.

Bart Hartman of Zanesville, OH drove the Imler's Poultry Rocket/Cornett to a sixth-place finish, and Randle Chupp of Troutman, NC was seventh in the Starrette Trucking/Powell Construction Rocket/RC. Steve Casebolt of Richmond, IN finished eighth in the Fatheads/Dixie Choppers Rocket Cornett, and Don O'Neal of Martinsville, IN was ninth in the Harrod Farms Rayburn/Dickens. Ray Cook of Brasstown, NC rounded out the top ten in the A+ Moving & Storage/Fairway Ford Mastersbilt/Grover.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series now moves to Screven Motor Speedway in Sylvania, GA on Friday night.

You can find out more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series by logging on to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series off ice at (951) 532-2503.


Lucas oil Late Model Dirt Series
Race Summary

Saturday Night, April 3, 2008

Swainsboro Raceway-Swainsboro, GA


PRC Fast Time: Terry Casey 14.577 seconds

Hawk Brake First Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Terry Casey, Tim Dohm, Donnie Moran, John Mason, Shane Williams, Jordy Nipper, Ronny Lee Hollingsworth, John Henderson, Scott James, Ches-ley Dixon, Damon Eller, Terry Lumley

Hawk Brake Second Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Casey Roberts, Randy Weaver, Bart Hartman, Ivedent Lloyd, Randle Chupp, Freddy Smith, Jimmy Owens, Jeremy Faircloth, Steven Howard, Travis Pennington, Sean Meeks

AFCO Racing Products Third Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Dan Schlieper, Don O'Neal, Dillon Wood, Earl Pearson Jr., Bob Robertson, Jason Fitzgerald, Michael England, Dion Deason, Ed Basey, Scott Bloomquist, Brian Nuttall - DNS

Tiger Rear Ends Fourth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Justin Rattliff, Billy Drake, Dennis Franklin, Ray Cook, Steve Casebolt, Ben Faircloth, Brent Dixon, Henry Carter, Jeff Fortner, Jimmy Sharpe, Wayne Chinn

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno First B-Main (12 Laps-Top 2 Advance): Randle Chupp, Freddy Smith, Ronny Lee Hollingsworth, John Henderson, Jordy Nipper, Damon Eller, Shane Williams, Jimmy Owens, Scott James, Jeremy Faircloth, Ches-ley Dixon, Steven Howard - DNS, Travis Pennington - DNS, Sean Meeks - DNS, Terry Lumley - DNS

Quarter Master Second B-Main (12 Laps-Top 2 Advance): Steve Casebolt, Ben Faircloth, Bob Robertson, Wayne Chinn, Dion Deason, Henry Carter, Jason Fitzgerald, Michael England, Brent Dixon, Ed Basey - DNS, Jeff Fortner - DNS, Scott Bloomquist - DNS, Jimmy Sharpe - DNS, Brian Nuttall - DNS

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Feature Finish (50 Laps): Terry Casey, Dan Schlieper, Ivedent Lloyd, Dennis Franklin, Earl Pearson Jr., Bart Hartman, Randle Chupp, Steve Casebolt, Don O'Neal, Ray Cook, John Mason, Justin Rattliff, Donnie Moran, Ben Faircloth, Billy Drake, Freddy Smith, Dillon Wood, Damon Eller, Randy Weaver, Ronny Lee Hollingsworth, Tim Dohm, Scott James, Casey Roberts, Bob Robertson

Race Statistics


Entries: 45

Caution Flags: 6

Lap Leaders: Schlieper 1-6, Casey 7-30

Series Provisionals: Scott James, Damon Eller

PBM/Erson Cams Hard Charger of the Race: Ivedent Lloyd (Started 14th and finished third-advanced 11 positions)

Allstar Performance Performer of the Race: Dan Schlieper

K&N Filters Clean Pass of the Race: Ivedent Lloyd

Quarter Master Rookie of the Race: Terry Casey

ASI Racewear Lucky 7 Award: Randle Chupp

Integra Crew Chief of the Race: Jason Palubicki (Dan Schlieper)

Comp Cams Engine Builder of the Race: Pro Power Engines

Time of the Race: 45 minutes



Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings


1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 740

2) Earl Pearson Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) 600

3) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) 595

4) Bart Hartman (Zanesville, OH) 545

5) Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) 540

6) Don O'Neal (Martinsville, IN) 535

7) Dan Schlieper (Sullivan, WI) 515

8) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) 490

9) Scott James (Lawrenceburg, IN) 465

10) Ray Cook (Brasstown, NC) 455


Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings


1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 740

2) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 420

3) John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) 140

4) Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) 75

5) Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) 75

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series kicks off busy month of April with triple-header in Georgia

CORONA, CA (April 02, 2008) - A six-race schedule for the month of April awaits the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series as their $2.9 million dollar season continues with visits to four states, starting with a triple-header of racing action in the Peachtree State of Georgia April 3rd-5th.

The series makes its first ever visit to Swainsboro Raceway in Swainsboro, GA on Thursday night, April 3rd for a $7,000 to win event at the Paul Purvis owned facility. On Friday night, April 4th, another new track will see the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series at the James "Redd" Griffin promoted Screven Motor Speedway in Sylvania, GA. This is the largest one day pay-off in this track's history, with $10,000 to the winner of the Lovett's Hardware and Tradin' Post of Rincon, GA sponsored race.

To conclude the three-day jaunt through Georgia, the series heads to the Frankie Lloyd owned Golden Isles Speedway in Brunswick, GA for the "Tiny Lund Tribute", on Saturday night, April 5th. The $10,000 to win event at Golden Isles will also have the cameras of SPEED on hand to tape the event, which will be aired on a later date and time - to be announced. Drivers expected to be on hand are for these South Georgia races: Terry Casey, Dan Schleiper, Scott James, Scott Bloomquist, Earl Pearson Jr., and Steve Casebolt and host of Top Ten drivers in the Winners Circle and the Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland program.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series then makes a return trip, for the first time in three years, to Jim Nier's KC Raceway in Chillicothe, OH, for the "Glockner 50", which will pay $10,000 to the victor. Ohio native, Donnie Moran, scored the win the last time the series visited the home of the "Dirt Track World Championship", back on July 9, 2005.

To wind up the month of April, a trip to the East Coast awaits the superstars of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, as Bedford Speedway in Bedford, PA hosts the series for the first time ever with the $7,000 to win "Bedford Valley Petroleum" sponsored event on Friday night, April 25th. The next night, the drivers head to the legendary Hagerstown Speedway in Hagerstown, MD for the "Stanley Schetrompf Memorial Race", which pays $10,000 to win. Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series regular Scott James of Lawrenceburg, IN is the defending race winner.

The events during the month of April featuring the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will be the next series of events that 20 drivers will be eligible for the "Winners Circle Program" and the "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland bonus monies. This is an incentive program that will pay the top ten drivers in the 2008 Championship Points an extra $600 each with perfect attendance throughout 2008. The "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" program will also pay an additional $600 to each of the ten highest points drivers from the final 2007 Championship Points standings that follow the Road to Wheatland with perfect attendance, but are not in the current top ten in points. The SuperClean "Diamond Nationals" at Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, MO is slated for May 9th and 10th and will pay $40,000 to win this year.

For the latest news and information regarding the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series April Racing Schedule

April 3 - Swainsboro Raceway-Swainsboro, GA ($7,000 to win) Tire rule; 1100-SD23, 1300-SD44, 1350-SD48, 1600-MD56 LM20/LM40

April 4 - Screven Motor Speedway-Sylvania, GA ($10,000 to win) Tire rule; 1100-SD23, 1300-SD44, 1350-SD48, 1600-MD56 LM20/LM40

April 5 - Golden Isles Speedway-Brunswick, GA ($10,000 to win) Tire rule; 1100-SD23, 1300-SD44, 1350-SD48, 1600-56 LM20/LM40

April 12 - KC Raceway-Chillicothe, OH ($10,000 to win) Tire rule; 1300-SD44, 1350-SD48, 1600-MD56 LM20/LM40

April 25 - Bedford Speedway-Bedford, PA ($7,000 to win) Tire rule; 1300-SD44 PUNCH 40 OR HARDER FOR BOTH AMERICAN RACER & HOOSIER RACING TIRE.

April 26 - Hagerstown Speedway-Hagerstown, MD ($10,000 to win) Tire rule; 1300-SD44 PUNCH 40 OR HARDER FOR BOTH AMERICAN RACER & HOOSIER RACING TIRE.



Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings

1. Terry Casey (New London, WI) 480
2. Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) 405
3. Earl Pearson Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) 395
4. Mike Marlar (Winfield, TN) 385
5. Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) 370
6. Don O'Neal (Martinsville, IN) 350
7. Bart Hartman (Zanesville, OH) 345
8. Scott James (Lawrenceburg, IN) 340
9. Matt Miller (Waterville, OH) 330
10. Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) 325



Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings

1. Terry Casey (New London, WI) 480
2. Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 300
3. John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) 140
4. Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) 75
5. Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) 75


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
March 31, 2008

Terry Casey Races His Way from 16th to Win 11th Annual "Indiana Icebreaker" at Brownstown Speedway



BROWNSTOWN, IN (March 29, 2008) - Many people thought that when the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series left East Bay Raceway Park back in February that Terry Casey would be out of his comfort zone. Since he is traveling for the first time out on the road in his career and racing on tracks that wouldn't suit his style. However, Saturday Night at the Hancock Core sponsored 11th Annual "Indiana Icebreaker" at Brownstown Speedway that adage was thrown out the window as Casey came from his 16th starting spot to win the event on a dry-slick and a very racy track. The ever-improving Casey grabbed the lead on lap 24 from Bart Hartman and pulled away for the $10,000 victory before a capacity crowd.

Trailing Casey to the finish line was early pacesetter, Justin Rattliff, the 13th starting Hartman, 3-time Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series National Champion, Earl Pearson Jr. and 24th place starter, Steve Casebolt.

Rattliff looked to be the car to beat early on in the 50-lap affair as the '07 Lucas Oil Rookie of the Year looked strong from the get-go as fellow front row starter Wes Steidinger and long-time Brownstown Speedway veteran John Gill in the Warrior House Car taking the top three spots from the outset of the race.

A car on the move in this first portion of the race was Rohn Moon. Moon a former World Karting Association Champion roared from his seventh starting spot to momentarily take third from Steidinger who had slipped a spot when Gill went around him a lap earlier, but one circuit later Steidinger was back into that spot re-passing Moon.

The first caution of the race came out on lap seven and was for Illinois drivers Dennis Erb Jr. and Billy Drake in turn number four. On the restart Rattliff resumed his position on the point with 11th starting Don O'Neal shooting up to second place when the green flag came back out again. With ten laps in the record books Rattliff was starting to see pressure from O'Neal with Steidinger, Gill and Earl Pearson Jr. now in the thick of things as he was up to fifth place.

The second caution of the night involved Kevin Claycomb, which slowed the action on lap 12. Again on the restart Rattliff would be out in front followed closely by O'Neal, the race would really heat up as 13th place starter Bart Hartman made an unbelievable move on the outside on lap 16 to come out of nowhere to grab second from O'Neal.

Hartman's high flying antics carried him all the way to the lead two laps later as he stormed around Rattliff to take over the lead. Another car following Hartman up through the pack was 16th starting Terry Casey. Casey would pass O'Neal for third and then his surge would allow him to overtake Rattliff on lap 19. The final caution of the race would come out on lap 20 for Matt Miller, whose car had stalled just off the main straightaway as he was heading to the pit area.

With 30 laps left in the race it looked like it was going to be a shootout to the finish among the top five drivers as Hartman, Casey, Rattliff, O'Neal and Pearson were loaded for bear each seeking the $10,000 first place check.

On the final restart of the race Hartman was still riding the rim of the track with Casey developing his strategy racing in the middle of the track as Pearson got a good restart as he moved by Rattliff for third on lap 21 as the top two were starting to pull away.

Hartman's lead after the restart would last until the 24th circuit when Casey made his move coming off of turn number four to take his turn leading the race. The two would go door to door for two more laps until Casey cleared Hartman.

With 20 laps to go Casey was starting to gain full control of the race as Rattliff had regained the third spot from Pearson and he then caught up to and passed Hartman for second. But at this point Casey was building his lead as the frontrunners were entering traffic for the first time all race long.

Casey continued to stretch his lead in the waning laps as Rattliff had pulled away enough from Hartman to build some precious car lengths between the two. Hartman meanwhile had his hands full trying to hold off both Pearson and Casebolt, who had to take a provisional to make the starting field.

Those three drivers had an eventful final ten laps as Hartman was able to hold both of them off to gain some valuable points. Pearson barely was able to fend off Casebolt, who drove a terrific race as the reigning Eldora Dream winner looked good in coming from dead last to gain a top five finish.

As chief starter Tim Montgomery's checkered flag waved Casey raced across the finish line well out in front, leading the final 27 laps for his second career Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series triumph. The win also allowed the 39-year-old New London, WI native to take over the championship point's standings lead and the Quarter Master Rookie of the Year points lead. Rattliff, who led 17 laps, finished a solid second.

In the Lucas Oil victory lane, Casey was joined by several well wishers as he would say that maybe his critics would stop saying "that he couldn't win on a dryslick track and that is a thing of the past. "I got so tired of hearing that down at East Bay that I couldn't drive on this type of track, we won down there from the pole, but I don't care a win is a win, the car was just awesome tonight. I spent a week down at Rayburn's putting this new car together. I've been building customer cars ever since I got back from Florida," said Casey who was joined by his crew chief wife Lori and engine builder, Bill Schlieper.

Coming from Wisconsin where they're still several inches of snow on the ground Casey was just glad to be racing in weather that was just a little warmer than at home. "I come down here and people blame me for bringing the cold weather with me," laughed Casey who gladly will take the prize money back to the freezing temperatures in Badger Land.

Rattliff's second place was satisfying for the 20-year-old driver. "The car worked good for about 20 laps and we dropped back a few spots and got back into second and we were running down Casey, but he got away from me in the last 15 laps and we fell behind a half a straightaway or so, congrats to Casey on the him, we felt we had a car capable of winning, but we'll take second."

Hartman's daring moves a quarter of the way through the event may have been his downfall as he may have very well ended up in victory lane instead of Casey. "We had a little bit different tire combination and I really didn't want to be in the lead when we were cause I thought the car was going to fade and we did a little bit, we had that little episode in turn two and I told myself just settle down, Terry and Justin ran a good race and they had a little harder tire on than I did and that was the difference," said Hartman who moved up the seventh in the points after Brownstown.

Casey' winning C.J. Rayburn Monte Carlo SS is sponsored by Arnie Ranta Motorsports, Brewer Concrete Construction and Arnie's Sleds and Trailers and has a Bill and John Schlieper Pro Power Engine under the hood.

Rattliff who also drives a C.J. Rayburn Chassis with a Pro Power engine moved to fifth in the points in the James Rattliff owned Rattliff Motors sponsored car with Hartman's Imler's Poultry of Altoona, PA sponsored Rocket Monte Carlo SS finishing just ahead of the Bobby Labonte Racing/Life Long Locks/MasterSbilt Dodge entry of Pearson as Casebolt in his Fatheadz.com/Rocket GTO is now second to Casey in the championship points standings.

Completing the top ten were Don O'Neal, Mike Marlar, John Gill, Steve Barnett and Dennis Erb Jr.

In preliminary action John Gill was the PRC fast qualifier for the 61 entrants with a lap of 13.798 seconds. Wayne Chinn, Justin Rattliff, John Gill, Matt Miller, Brian Birkhofer and Wes Steidinger won the Hawk Brake, AFCO Racing Products and Tiger Rear Ends sponsored heat races. The Mason Racin' rebel Shock Dyno and Quarter Master sponsored B-mains went to Dennis Erb Jr. and Steve Barnett.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will next be in action with a three-day jaunt to the Peach State of Georgia starting on Thursday Night, April 3rd at the Paul Purvis owned Swainsboro Raceway in Swainsboro, GA for a $7,000 to win event, followed on Friday Night, April 4th for a $10,000 to win race at the REDD Griffin owned Screven Motor Speedway in Sylvania, GA and the weekend tops off at the Frankie Lloyd owned Golden Isles Speedway in Brunswick, GA on Saturday Night, April 5th for a $10,000 to win race that will taped by SPEED Channel.

You can find out more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series by logging on to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series off ice at (951) 532-2503.


Lucas oil Late Model Dirt Series Race Summary

Saturday Night, March 29, 2008

Brownstown Speedway-Brownstown, IN



PRC Fast Time: John Gill 13.798 seconds


Hawk Brake First Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Wayne Chinn, Rohn Moon, Bart Hartman, Mike Jewell, Joey Kramer, Joe Janowski, John Mason, Patrick Sheltra, Tyler Boggs, Steve Casebolt

Hawk Brake Second Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Justin Rattliff, Earl Pearson Jr., Dan Schlieper, Freddy Smith, Shannon Reed, James Huff, Mark Bechelli, Jamie Ferguson, Mitchell Lankford, Jacob Webber

AFCO Racing Products Third Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): John Gill, Kevin Claycomb, Cody Mahoney, Dennis Erb Jr., Donnie Moran, Greg Johnson, Duane Chamberlain, Matt Lux, Christian Rayburn, Chad Stapleton

Tiger Rear Ends Fourth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Matt Miller, Brad Neat, Terry Casey, Michael England, Rick Aukland, James Moon, Curt Spalding, Zach Carney, Scott James, Justin Shaw

Hawk Brake Fifth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Brian Birkhofer, Don O'Neal, Brady Smith, Steve Barnett, Mike Marlar, Ray Cook, Terry English, Tim Prince, Derek Fisher, Dean Boyd

Hawk Brake Sixth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Wes Steidinger, Ryan Dauber, Billy Drake, Damon Eller, Aaron Scott, B.J. McCammon, D.J. Wells, Jason Jameson

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno First B-Main (12 Laps-Top 2 Advance): Dennis Erb Jr., Freddy Smith, Donnie Moran, Shannon Reed, Joey Kramer, John Mason, Greg Johnson, James Huff, Patrick Sheltra, Duane Chamberlain, Christian Rayburn, Joe Janowski, Chad Stapleton, Tyler Boggs, Jamie Ferguson, Mitchell Lankford, Mike Jewell, Mark Bechelli, Steve Casebolt, Matt Lux

Quarter Master Second B-Main (12 Laps-Top 2 Advance); Steve Barnett, Mike Marlar, Michael England, Rick Aukland, Terry English, Ray Cook, Damon Eller, B.J. McCammon, Aaron Scott, Derek Fisher, D.J. Wells, Curt Spalding, James Moon, Jason Jameson, Dean Boyd, Tim Prince, Scott James

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Hancock Core Indiana Icebreaker Feature Finish (50 Laps): Terry Casey, Justin Rattliff, Bart Hartman, Earl Pearson Jr., Steve Casebolt, Don O'Neal, Mike Marlar, John Gill, Steve Barnett, Dennis Erb Jr., Wayne Chinn, Brad Neat, Scott James, Dan Schlieper, Rohn Moon, Kevin Claycomb, Cody Mahoney, Freddy Smith, Ryan Dauber, Matt Miller, Wes Steidinger, Brian Birkhofer, Brady Smith, Billy Drake

Race Statistics


Entries: 61

Caution Flags: 4

Lap Leaders: Justin Rattliff 1-17, Bart Hartman 18-23, Terry Casey 24-50

PBM/Erson Cams Hard Charger of the Race: Steve Casebolt (Started 24th and finished fifth-advanced 19 positions)

Allstar Performance Performer of the Race: Justin Rattliff

K&N Filters Clean Pass of the Race: Bart Hartman

Quarter Master Rookie of the Race: Terry Casey

ASI Racewear Lucky 7 Award: Mike Marlar

Integra Crew Chief of the Race: Lori Casey

Comp Cams Engine Builder of the Race: Pro Power Engines

Time of the Race: 35 minutes


Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings


1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 480

2) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) 405

3) Earl Pearson Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) 395

4) Mike Marlar (Winfield, TN) 385

5) Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) 370

6) Don O'Neal (Martinsville, IN) 350

7) Bart Hartman (Zanesville, OH) 345

8) Scott James (Lawrenceburg, IN) 340

9) Matt Miller (Waterville, OH) 330

10) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) 325



Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings
1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) 480

2) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) 300

3) John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) 140

4) Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) 75

5) Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) 75


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Aluminum.

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Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series' East Bay Finale to Air on Versus This Saturday!



CORONA, CA (March 27, 2008) -"The Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour" this Saturday, March 29th at 5:00pm (EST) will kickoff the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series' 2008 television broadcasts on Versus with the WinterNationals finale from East Bay Raceway Park in Tampa, FL.

The Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour will air the East Bay finale on Versus this Saturday, March 29th at 5:00pm (EST). Ken Stout and Dustin Jarrett will be calling the hour-long show that features 75 laps of side-by-side, door-to-door racing as well as driver spotlights, crew chief profiles, fan interviews. Also included is a recap culminating the week's action leading up to the final night.

Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour, in conjunction with Versus, will air several different events throughout the year including more Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series races as well as USAC Sprints & Midgets, Lucas Oil Modifieds, and Figure 8 races as well as several other types of motorsports. For a complete list of events airing on Versus' Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour in 2008, fans are encouraged to visit the show's website at www.motorsportshour.com.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series' Saturday, February 9th show at East Bay was the exclamation point on an unbelievable week of racing at the 32nd Annual WinterNationals. The week-long festivities reached their peak on that final night of racing, an event that saw the winner of the 75-lap A-Main take home a $12,000 paycheck.

"This is a race that everyone will want to watch AND record, just on that night alone, there were several big stories such as Scott Bloomquist getting upside down in preliminary action, Earl Pearson Jr. charging up through the field from his 23rd starting spot, and three-wide racing for the lead among other things." states Internet Broadcast Coordinator, Dustin Jarrett.

"I think the hardcore race fans as well as the casual viewers will enjoy this hour-long broadcast. We are changing things up a bit to capture the attention of people who may have never watched dirt racing before. We feel we have a program that is worth watching," mentioned Series Director, Ritchie Lewis.

Race fans attending the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series sanctioned Indiana Icebreaker at Brownstown Speedway this Saturday will want to be sure they set their VCRs and DVRs to record the broadcast which airs at 5:00pm (EST) on Versus. Interviews with several fans will be shown over the course of the hour-long broadcast.

For the latest news and information regarding the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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E-3 Spark Plugs named the Official Spark Plugs of Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series



CORONA, CA (March 27, 2008) -Team Lucas and Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series are proud to announce E-3 Spark Plugs as their Official Spark Plug. Lucas Oil welcomes E-3 Spark Plugs to what is turning out to be a stellar year for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series.

Throw out your old spark plugs and try the advanced DiamondFire Electrode design by E-3 Spark Plugs. The E-3 Spark Plug was developed by researchers from leading engineering universities, who have produced a spark plug which can actually reduce greenhouse gas emissions and global warming by reducing fuel consumption. The E-3 Spark Plug patented Edge-to-Edge electrode design provides maximum performance in long term use.

Quite simply, the DiamondFire electrode design burns fuel more efficiently and completely, increasing gas mileage and drastically cutting toxic emissions, while still improving horse power.

If you read their website, www.e3sparkplugs.com, you will learn that by shooting a straighter shot (flame kernel to the piston)-they have increased power with less fuel. E-3 spark plugs were produced from research performed at Georgia Tech and Michigan State for E-3 Laboratories. They are designed to provide more power with less fuel cost to the consumer. E-3 Spark Plugs are the only spark plugs able to perform in this way.

By delivering better gas mileage and smoother throttle response, E-3 Spark Plugs is creating their own "buzz". Increased power output, and surprising better fuel economy puts these spark plugs in a "greener" world of their own.

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Director, Ritchie Lewis, said," This is truly a great product and every angle of the E-3 Spark Plug has been fine tuned and polished with it's DiamondFire technology proving over and over this is going to be a mainstay and an industry leader in this segment of the market place for many years to come.

Todd Arey, E-3 President and CEO said," We are pleased to be a part of Team Lucas and the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series. We believe that partnering with such outstanding quality organizations allows E3 to effectively promote our proven and patented E3 DiamondFire spark plug to the core motorsports customer. We look forward to a long and highly involved relationship."

Find E-3 Spark Plugs at over 14,000 vendors nationwide and on-line. View their website at www.e3sparkplugs.com. For the latest news and information regarding the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Drivers Will Have Georgia on Their Minds April 3-5



CORONA, CA (March 27, 2008) -The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series ventures into the Peachtree State of Georgia for three events starting on Thursday Night, April 3rd at the Swainsboro Raceway, Friday, April 4th at Screven Motor Speedway and Saturday Night, April 5th at the Golden Isles Speedway. The event at Golden Isles will be taped by SPEED Channel and will be shown on a date and time to be announced in the future.

It will be the first ever visits for the nation's premier touring series to Swainsboro and Screven and the visit to Golden Isles will mark the second time coming to the home of the "Super Bowl of Racing" as the first visit there in 2006 resulted in a rain out as the drivers were taking qualification attempts so officially there has never been a recorded event for the series at the Frankie Lloyd owned speedplant.

"We are extremely excited to be coming to these fine facilities," stated Lucas Oil Late Model Series Director, Ritchie Lewis. "These promoters have worked real hard improving their race tracks and facilities and everyone knows the type of shows the Lucas Oil Series puts on so we are anticipating a great turnout of drivers and fans all three nights."

One driver very familiar with all three tracks is 2000 Show-Me 100 Winner, Ray Cook of Brasstown, NC who is inside the top twelve of the series point's standings. Even though Cook has turned a lot of laps at all three stops the first weekend in April he points out there have been changes at all three tracks. "I haven't been to Swainsboro since they shortened it, we went there for a Southern All-Star race there two years ago and I understand they have done a lot of work in shortening the track so it should relate to better racing for the fans and drivers, I am looking to get back there to race," said Cook.

"At Screven "Redd" Griffin has done a tremendous job in trying to make it the best track in South Georgia, he's added some banking in turns one and two, what's interesting about Screven is when the Lucas Oil cars are racing they have a drag strip that races simultaneously, so that's kind of neat. As far as Golden Isles I am looking forward to getting back there as well, I didn't get to run there back in January for the Super Bowl of Racing because I didn't have everything together at that time, but from what I have heard the racing is so much better there than in the past, I think the fans are in for a great weekend of racing in Georgia."

The series trip to Georgia featuring the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will also be events that 20 drivers will be eligible for the "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland bonus monies. This is an incentive program that will pay the top ten drivers in the 2008 Championship Points an extra $600 each with perfect attendance throughout 2008. The "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" Program will also pay an additional $600 to each of the ten highest points drivers from the final 2007 Championship Points standings that follow the Road to Wheatland with perfect attendance but are not in the current top ten in points. The SuperClean "Diamond Nationals" at Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, MO is slated for May 9th and 10th and will pay $40,000 to win this year.

Swainsboro Raceway is located 1.7 miles north of U.S. 80 on State Road 56 in Swainsboro, GA. For more information on the $7,000 to win Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series event at the Paul Purvis owned facility you can visit www.swainsbororaceway.com.

Screven Motor Speedway is located 3.2 miles Northwest of State Road 24 on State Road 21 in Sylvania, GA. The James "Redd" Griffin owned and promoter race track invites you to visit their website at www.screvenmotorspeedway.com  for more information on their $10,000 to win Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series event.

The final stop of the weekend will be a $10,000 to win event at Golden Isles Speedway in Brunswick, GA. Golden Isles Speedway is located off of I-95 at exit 29, then 13.5 miles west on U.S. 82 then north on County Road 229. For more info you can log on to www.goldenislesspeedway.com.

For the latest news and information regarding the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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"Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" Kicks into High Gear This Weekend at the "Indiana Icebreaker"



CORONA, CA (March 27, 2008) -The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series "Jasper Engines Road To Wheatland" bonus program kicks in this weekend at Brownstown Speedway in Brownstown Indiana. This special bonus program will pay the top ten drivers in the 2008 Championship Points race an extra $600 each for maintaining perfect attendance through the "Super Clean Diamond Nationals" on May 9-10th and will also pay an additional $600 to each of the ten highest points drivers from the final 2007 Championship Points standings that maintains perfect attendance through the Super Clean Diamond Nationals but are not in the current top ten in points.

The "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" program began at the DART Winternationals at East Bay Raceway Park in Tampa Florida during speedweeks this past February. Billy Moyer took three wins out if six nights of racing and was crowned the 2008 DART Winternationals Champion. The Lucas Oil Series is heading into this weekends "Indiana Icebreaker" at Brownstown Speedway which is also part of the "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland". The "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" continues from Brownstown Speedway to Swainsboro Raceway, Screven Motor Speedway and Golden Isles Speedway on April 3rd, 4th and 5th, followed by K-C Raceway April 12. The series then visits Bedford Speedway and Hagerstown Speedway April 25th and 26th, on its way to "The 99" at Kentucky Lake Speedway the first weekend of May. The long winding road takes the teams across the United States and leads to the "Super Clean Diamond Nationals on Mothers Days Weekend May 9th and 10th, 2008.

The final event of the "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" program concludes at the 2nd Annual Super Clean Diamond Nationals at the premier facility, Lucas Oil Speedway in Wheatland, MO. This year's event will pay the winner a whopping $40,000 and is sanctioned by the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series. "We are very excited to get back on tour this weekend at Brownstown Speedway and we look forward to the "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" program kicking in and rewarding not only ten drivers but twenty drivers at each of these upcoming events. We have to thank Jasper Engines for stepping up and sponsoring this program so we can reward the drivers that follow our tour to the Super Clean Diamond Nationals at Lucas Oil Speedway this year", stated Ritchie Lewis, series director.

For more information about the Jasper Engines visit their official website at www.jasperengines.com.  For more information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series and the entire 2008 racing schedule, visit the official series website at www.lucasdirt.com  or contact the Series Office at (951) 532-2503

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: 5150 Race Trailers, Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
March 25, 2008




Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series 11th Annual "Indiana Icebreaker" This Saturday, March 29th; Former Brownstown Speedway Track Champions Ready to Go



CORONA, CA (March 25, 2008) - They have combined for 187 career Late Model feature wins at Brownstown Speedway and come this Saturday Night at least six former track champions will be trying to capture the Hancock Core sponsored 11th Annual "Indiana Icebreaker" against the toughest competition in dirt late model racing as the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series visits the historic racing facility.

The race fans at Brownstown have been known as the most loyal and the loudest at cheering on their favorites for years and with the touring Lucas Oil drivers hitting the quarter-mile oval on Saturday Night there is a good chance that one of the former Brownstown Speedway late model champions will end up in victory lane.

Since 1952 Brownstown Speedway has been in operation with legendary drivers such as Jim Curry, Ray Godsey, Gene and Russ Petro and driver/chassis builder C.J. Rayburn all taking their rightful place in the National Dirt Late Model Hall of Fame located at Florence Speedway in Union, KY. Another former track champion, Mike Jewell was inducted into the NDLHOF last year after winning the annual "Sportsmanship Award."

Heading into the "Indiana Icebreaker" this weekend look for Rayburn and Jewell to be joined by John Gill, Don O'Neal, Steve Barnett and Tim Prince to represent the impressive listing of former Brownstown track champions expected to be on hand to battle it out with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series.

While Gill, Barnett and O'Neal are ranked second, third and fourth all-time in feature wins at Brownstown (Jim Curry is the all-time winningest driver). Those three have combined for 149 feature wins as Jewell (24) wins, Rayburn (13) and Prince(1) all will be trying to not only make the $10,000 to win race, but hold the checkered flag in victory lane afterwards.

O'Neal's success with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is well documented as he has finished runner-up to Earl Pearson Jr. twice in the series history final point's standings. O'Neal who took the first Lucas Oil Series win of the season back in February at East Bay now has ten career wins on the tour. He has accumulated 47 career wins at Brownstown. This will be his first race at Brownstown driving for his new car owners this year Jeff and Eddie Harrod of Frankfort, KY.

Gill, who just recently returned to drive for the Sanford and Sandy Goddard Warrior House Car based out of Knoxville, TN come into this weekend's action with the second most career wins at Brownstown (54), but he has never won a Lucas Oil race in his career. A win in the upcoming "Indiana Icebreaker" would please many of Gill's several family, friends and fans who will be on hand this Saturday Night at Brownstown. "We've won the Icebreaker a couple of times in the past and with this new ride we are looking forward to having some good luck, even if I don't win if we can come away with a good finish a top five against the Lucas guys we would be really happy," said the 48 year old veteran who earned "Rookie of the Year" honors at Brownstown back in 1981 and is in his second stint in the Warrior House Car.

"With Donnie, Steve, Mike and Tim that's about it for former champions who are still racing every weekend, we were all rookies once and I guess now we are the old guard or veterans or whatever you want to call us, but I know all of us are still capable of winning races," said Gill.

Barnett, who captured his third track title at Brownstown in 2007, scored three wins at the quarter-mile oval last year, but remarkably the former STARS Rookie of the Year has never won a $10,000 to win race in his career. With his experience at Brownstown you can never count out the driver who has participated in more Jackson 100's than any other driver in the track's most prestigious event. He has 48 career wins at Brownstown.

Jewell, who will be behind the wheel of his familiar #9 has won at least one feature event at Brownstown every year since 2000 is seeking his first career $10,000 victory as well as the Scottsburg, IN native won his first ever feature at Brownstown back in 1991 and is an eight-time "Butterball" Wooldridge Memorial winner.

Prince, who won his first and only feature at Brownstown during his championship run in 2006, is also expected to be on hand this Saturday at Brownstown as the "Heltonville Hornet" will be trying to race his way into the event.

This will be the first of three visits to the Hoosier State of Indiana during the 2008 season for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series which has its most ambitious schedule to date with 44 race dates confirmed in 17 states.

On March 29th at Brownstown there will be a special autograph session for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series drivers from 3:40-4:40 PM. Hot laps are scheduled to get underway at 5:30 PM.

Brownstown Speedway is located one mile southeast of Brownstown, Indiana on State Road 250 at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. For more information you can visit the track's website at www.brownstownspeedway.com.

For the latest news and information regarding the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

Former Brownstown Speedway Late Model Track Champions


1963 - Gene Petro
1964 - Gene Petro
1965 - Gene Petro
1966 - Jon Peddie
1963 - Gene Petro
1964 - Gene Petro
1965 - Gene Petro
1966 - Jon Peddie
1967 - Gene Sutton
1968 - Jack Owens
1969 - Don Hobbs
1970 - Jim Curry
1971 - Kenny Simpson
1972 - Ira Bastin
1973 - Jim Curry
1974 - Russ Petro
1975 - Paul Crockett
1976 - Paul Crockett
1977 - Ira Bastin
1978 - Ira Bastin
1979 - Dennis Boknecht
1980 - Paul Crockett
1981 - Russ Petro
1982 - Ray Godsey
1983 - Russ Petro
1984 - Kenny Simpson
1985 - Paul Shafer
1986 - John Gill
1987 - John Gill
1988 - Jim Curry
1989 - Jim Curry
1990 - Steve Barnett
1991 - Mike Jewell
1992 - Don O'Neal
1993 - Marty O'Neal
1994 - Doug Ault
1995 - C.J. Rayburn
1996 - James Huff
1997 - Dion Deason
1998 - Marty O'Neal
1999 - Don O'Neal
2000 - Steven Godsey
2001 - Mark Barber
2002 - Steve Barnett
1991 - Mike Jewell
1992 - Don O'Neal
1993 - Marty O'Neal
1994 - Doug Ault
1995 - C.J. Rayburn
1996 - James Huff
1997 - Dion Deason
1998 - Marty O'Neal
1999 - Don O'Neal
2000 - Steven Godsey
2001 - Mark Barber
2002 - Steve Barnett
2003 - Dan Sturgeon
2004 - Mark Barber
2005 - Brad Barrow
2006 - Tim Prince
2007 - Steve Barnett

Previous Indiana Icebreaker Winners


1998 - Tony Izzo Jr.
1999 - Don O'Neal
2000 - Don O'Neal
2001 - Timmy Yeager
2002 - John Gill
2003 - Don O'Neal
2004 - John Gill
2005 - Dan Sturgeon
2006 - Earl Pearson Jr.
2007 - Billy Moyer

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings

1) Billy Moyer (Batesville, AR) - 250
2) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 230
3) Steve Francis (Ashland, KY) - 220
3) Josh Richards (Shinnston, WV) - 220
5) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) - 205
6) Matt Miller (Waterville, OH) - 200
6) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) - 200
8) Mike Marlar (Winfield, TN) - 190
9) Earl Pearson, Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) - 185
10) Tim McCreadie (Watertown, NY) - 180


Current Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings

1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 230
2) John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) - 140
3) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) - 125
4) Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) - 75
4) Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) - 75

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
March 18, 2008

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Resumes $2.9 Million Dollar Season on Saturday March 29 at Brownstown Speedway; 11th Annual Indiana Icebreaker Info



CORONA, CA (March 18, 2008) - The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will visit the Brownstown Speedway in Brownstown, IN on Saturday Night, March 29th for the Hancock Core sponsored 11th Annual "Indiana Icebreaker". The rain date for the event will be Sunday, March 30th.

The stars of the nation's premier traveling dirt late model tour plus a host of standout regional and local drivers will begin the post-Florida part of the season which kicked off at East Bay Raceway Park in Tampa, FL with Billy Moyer of Batesville, AR emerging from the week-long competition with the points lead after winning three times in his Victory Circle Chassis. Moyer also captured the '08 DART Winternationals Points Fund title which was worth $7,500. Moyer is also the defending race winner of the Indiana Icebreaker which again this year pays $10,000 to the winner.

"We are looking forward to having the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series back at Brownstown Speedway," said promoter Tim Keithley who is entering his third year in charge of the quarter-mile oval which has been in operation since 1952. "The Lucas Oil Series has helped put Brownstown back on the map not only with the quality of drivers they have but the professionalism they offer the dirt racing industry," said the man who started working at Brownstown several years ago driving a wrecker after watching his dad race there for several years. "We added some new dirt last year, but it didn't work out like we wanted to so we took it off after the Jackson 100 and the racing surface stayed smooth and most importantly was racy all night during our final shows of 2007," commented Keithley who feels strongly that not only this year's regular racing programs, but his special events will greatly improve with a better racing surface. One thing for certain the timely shows that Lucas Oil and Brownstown have put on in the last couple of years will remain a top priority.

There have been improvements made to the Jackson County Fairgrounds facility this past off-season with new fencing and safety cables in place with more gravel added around the grandstand area. Also the fair board is working to make improvements to the open bleachers sections and the newest addition is adding a family section where alcohol is prohibited.

"Last year's Indiana Icebreaker at Brownstown was a huge success," said Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Director, Ritchie Lewis. "A standing-room-only crowd packed the grandstands and pits to see what was arguably the most talented field assembled in several years at Brownstown, said Lewis. "Brownstown Speedway is one of the most well known tracks in dirt track racing and we are excited to be going there on March 29th and for the Jackson 100 in September which pays $20,000 to win this year."

Brownstown's Indiana Icebreaker featuring the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will be the next race that 20 drivers will be eligible for the "Winners Circle Program" and the "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland bonus monies. This is an incentive program that will pay the top ten drivers in the 2008 Championship Points an extra $600 each with perfect attendance throughout 2008. The "Jasper Engines Road to Wheatland" Program will also pay an additional $600 to each of the ten highest points drivers from the final 2007 Championship Points standings that follow the Road to Wheatland with perfect attendance but are not in the current top ten in points.

This will be the first of three visits to the Hoosier State of Indiana during the 2008 season for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series which has its most ambitious schedule to date with 44 race dates confirmed in 17 states.

On March 29th at Brownstown there will be a special autograph session for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series drivers from 3:40-4:40 PM. Hot laps are scheduled to get underway at 5:30 PM.

Brownstown Speedway is located one mile southeast of Brownstown, Indiana on State Road 250 at the Jackson County Fairgrounds. For more information you can visit the track's website at www.brownstownspeedway.com.
 
For the latest news and information regarding the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

Previous Indiana Icebreaker Winners


1998 - Tony Izzo Jr.

1999 - Don O'Neal

2000 - Don O'Neal

2001 - Timmy Yeager

2002 - John Gill

2003 - Don O'Neal

2004 - John Gill

2005 - Dan Sturgeon

2006 - Earl Pearson Jr.

2007 - Billy Moyer


Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings


1) Billy Moyer (Batesville, AR) - 250

2) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 230

3) Steve Francis (Ashland, KY) - 220

3) Josh Richards (Shinnston, WV) - 220

5) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) - 205

6) Matt Miller (Waterville, OH) - 200

6) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) - 200

8) Mike Marlar (Winfield, TN) - 190

9) Earl Pearson, Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) - 185

10) Tim McCreadie (Watertown, NY) - 180


Current Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings


1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 230

2) John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) - 140

3) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) - 125

4) Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) - 75

4) Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) - 75

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
March 12, 2008

Announcing Dixie Chopper as Official Lawn Mower of Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series



Corona, CA (March 10, 2008) - Don't blink. You'll miss the world's fastest lawn mower! Team Lucas and Lucas Oil are pleased to name Dixie Chopper - The World's Fastest Lawn Mower, as the official lawn mower of Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series. And, as if being the fastest lawn mower in the world isn't fast enough, Dixie Chopper has also announced Lucas Oil as the official lubricant of their grass-guzzling mowers. Watch out!

The lawn and garden industry rattled as the first Dixie Chopper blew by in 1980. Mr. Art Evans had created a powerful and reliable lawn mower. Now even more powerful, these machines can turn on a dime, and finish the lawn in record time while still handling comfortably thanks to their Velvet Touch Control. Lawns around the world shiver at the hum of these durable mowers designed for the user to finish the job in quick time.

This family owned and operated company in Coatesville, Indiana, Dixie Chopper takes great pride in their American Tradition of producing the long lasting, easy to maintain, best zero-turning radius, fastest lawn mowers available.

Ritchie Lewis, Director of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series stated," The great staff from Dixie Chopper are a privilege to work with. We had a blast meeting them in 2007 and we are excited to be carrying the DIXIE CHOPPER banner to new and exciting markets in 2008."

Rick Judy, media marketing manager of Dixie Chopper, said, "We, at Dixie Chopper, are excited about this new opportunity to market our mowers to the passionate fan base that follows the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series. We place a lot of value in advertising with the grassroots motor sports industry and the fans who thrive on speed and horsepower."

Check out their website at www.dixiechopper.com  to find a dealer near you, because your neighbor is probably not going to want loan you his Dixie Chopper.

To learn more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series visit their official website at www.lucasdirt.com.


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors
Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
March 9, 2008

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Announces Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Candidates, Additional Sponsors



CORONA, CA (March 9, 2008) -The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is excited to announce five drivers that have officially declared their intentions of running for the Quarter Master Rookie of the Year award on the series in 2008. The five drivers that will be battling for the Quarter Master Rookie of the Year include: John Blankenship, Terry Casey, Wayne Chinn, Eric Jacobsen and Tony Knowles. "The series is very pleased to have such a quality group of drivers competing for the Quarter Master Rookie of the Year in 2008. We look forward to watching these drivers compete on the series and feel this is the strongest group of drivers to compete for the rookie of the year to date", stated Ritchie Lewis series director.

All five drivers competing for this year's Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Quarter Master "Rookie of the Year" are coming off of their best career finishes in Lucas Oil Series competition at the recently held DART Winternationals at East Bay Raceway Park in Tampa, FL.

Blankenship, 26 of Williamson, WV is coming off of a fifth place A-main finish on February 8th at East Bay which marked the highest finish of his career with the Lucas Oil Series. Blankenship who scored his first career win in a late model back in 2003 and has relocated his racing operation to Tennessee where he will be based while competing on this year's edition of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series drives the Don Blankenship owned #23 Bloomquist Race Cars Monte Carlo SS. His car sponsored by Busch Beer, Fast Lane and Hilton Head National a Scratch Golf Property. The driver who scored the biggest win of his career on July 2, 2005 at Stateline Speedway is Busti, NY has a Pro Power Engine under the hood of his Team Zero car.

Casey, 38 of New London, WI has announced his candidacy for the 2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Quarter Master "Rookie of the Year" award. Casey made five out of six feature events during this year's edition of the DART Winternationals at East Bay with the most important one for Casey coming on February 7th when he captured his first career Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series victory. Now Casey has his sights set on the $10,000 first place money up for grabs to the winner of this year's "Rookie of the Year" chase. Casey's C.J. Rayburn Race Cars #42 is sponsored by Arnie Ranta Motorsports, Brewer Concrete Construction and Arnie's Sleds and Trailers has a Bill and John Schlieper Pro Power Engine providing the horsepower.

Chinn, 27 of Bradford, OH is known throughout the racing community as "The Sniper" came into his own as a dirt late model driver in 2007 when he finished fourth in arguably the most prestigious race for late models the "World 100" at Eldora Speedway. He was the 2007 "Rookie of the Year" for the IRS Racing Series and in 2005 won the "Most Improved Driver" for the Battle of the Bluegrass Series and finished second in the "Rookie of the Year" points. Chinn began his racing career running Karts in 1995 advancing to Midgets, Open Wheel Modifieds and eventually Late Models in '05. He scored his best finish ever in Lucas Oil Series competition at East Bay finishing 11th in the main event on February 6th. The James Chinn Motorsports/C.J. Rayburn Dodge Charger with power from Dargie Racing Engines is sponsored by Sugar Creek Packing, Erwin's Chrysler Dodge Jeep, Klingshirn and Sons Trucking, Hendricks Auto Service, J.B Enterprises, Sunoco Race Fuels, Thienman's Sportsman Bar and Grill and AWP of Ohio Equipment rentals.

Jacobsen, 38 of Seacliffe Beach, CA picked up a third place finish in the feature at East Bay back on February 8th marking his best career run in LOLMDS competition. Jacobsen made five out of the six features at East Bay during the 2008 DART Winternationals and like Blankenship, Casey, Chinn and Tony Knowles has his sights set on capturing the Quarter Master "Rookie of the Year" honors as the winner will join Scott James (2005), Steve Casebolt (2006) and Justin Rattliff (2007) in winning the top rookie honors for the series. Jacobsen's Bloomquist Race Cars number 5 has a Pro Power Engine under the hood with sponsorship from VP Racing Fuels, Bell Helmets and Hoosier Tire South.

Knowles, 22 from Tyrone, GA has put his hat in the ring to run for the '08 Quarter Master "Rookie of the Year" program. His best career finish in Lucas Oil Series competition was a tenth place finish in 2007 at North Alabama Speedway. Knowles will be behind the wheel of a Rocket Chassis with a Custom Engine with sponsorship from SAE Parts, Inc., RSD Enterprises, VP Racing Fuels, Hunter Electric and All-Star Graphix. Knowles will also be sporting a new car number this year going with number 26 switching from his familiar #66.

Quarter Master has signed on as the title sponsor of the "Rookie of the Year" program in 2008 and will make the special presentation at the year end banquet to the top Rookie on the series for 2008. The rookie of the year program for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series continues to get bigger every year for racers who elect to run the series and this years program offers both cash and several product awards to the top rookies of the series in 2008. This year's program will pay $10,000 to the winner of the Rookie of the Year, with the runner up receiving $2,500 at the year end banquet. Other awards that have been posted for the rookies include a product award from Quarter Master, a new Tiger Rearend form Tiger Rearends, one set of connecting rods from Dyers Rods, 10 sheets of pre-finished aluminum from Wrisco Industries, $500 product award from Wiles Driveshafts, one set of Duralite Racing Wheels from Duralite, $100 Ohlins Shocks product award at every race to the highest finishing rookie, and a complete new MD3 nose combo package from Performance Bodies.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is also pleased to announce several new sponsors to the series in 2008. Dyers Top Rods has signed on as a contingency sponsor for the series in 2008 offering drivers an opportunity to earn a free set of connecting rods to both the series champion and the series "Rookie of the Year" at the year end banquet. Dyers Top Rods located in Forrest, IL has numerous Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series drivers running their products and will use the series as a tool to further their presence in the dirt late model industry. To learn more about Dyers Top Rods visit their website at www.dyersrods.com.

Another new sponsor to the series in 2008 is Victory Circle Chassis. Victory Circle Chassis has signed on as part of the Chassis Builders Challenge on the series in 2008. Victory Circle Chassis located in Bakersfield CA is joining the series in hopes of winning the top chassis builder on the series in 2008. Victory Circle Chassis is currently 3rd in the series chassis builders points category only 2 points out of first place. Victory Circle Chassis is working closely with current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series point's leader Billy Moyer in the design and development of their chassis. Marc Lundgren owner of Victory Circle Chassis is excited to be a part of the series in 2008. "The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is the premier national touring series and a great opportunity for our company to use the series to help build brand awareness for our company and hopefully to sell more cars to racers all over the country", stated Marc Lundgren. To learn more about Victory Circle Chassis visit their official website at www.victorycircle.com.

Duralite Racing Wheels has also signed on as a contingency sponsor on the series in 2008. Duralite Racing wheels will post a contingency award at every series event in 2008 and will give a set of four Duralite Racing Wheels to the Rookie of the Year on the series at the year end banquet as well. Duralite Racing Wheels is located in Ada, OK and their official website can be found at www.duralitewheels.com. 

To learn more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series visit their official website at www.lucasdirt.com. 

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings (After February 9, 2008)

1) Billy Moyer (Batesville, AR) - 250

2) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 230

3) Steve Francis (Ashland, KY) - 220

3) Josh Richards (Shinnston, WV) - 220

5) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) - 205

6) Matt Miller (Waterville, OH) - 200

6) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) - 200

8) Mike Marlar (Winfield, TN) - 190

9) Earl Pearson, Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) - 185

10) Tim McCreadie (Watertown, NY) - 180



Current Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings



1) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 230

2) John Blankenship (Williamson, WV) - 140

3) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) - 125

4) Tony Knowles (Tyrone, GA) - 75

5) Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) - 75


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
E3 Spark Plugs - "The Official Spark Plug" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Duralite Racing Wheels, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
March 4, 2008

Blankenship, Chinn, Jacobsen, & McGuire Featured on Tonight's Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour



CORONA, CA (March 4, 2008) - John Blankenship, Wayne Chinn, Eric Jaconsen, and Josh McGuire will be highlighting Tuesday night's edition of the Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour as host Dustin Jarrett takes a look at some of the potential Rookie of the Year candidates for the 2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series.

Starting the show off will be Williamson, WV's John Blankenship, driver of the Busch beer sponsored, Pro Power/Bloomquist #23. Following him will be Bradford, OH's Wayne Chinn, the 2007 IRS Rookie of the Year and driver of the Erwin Dealership/Sugar Creek Packing/AWP Equipment Rentals sponsored, Dargie powered Rayburn. The next guest will be Eric Jacobsen of Watsonville, CA, who pilots the Pro Power/Bloomquist #5. Wrapping the driver's portion of the program will be Ashland, KY's John McGuire, runner-up in last year's Jackson 100 and driver of the DJ's Kitchen Corner/Glenny Glass sponsored, GCP powered Rayburn.

Also appearing on the show will be Kraig Reash of SuperClean, who will talk about SuperClean and their involvement with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series. SuperClean is an official partner of Series and the title sponsor of the 2nd Annual SuperClean Diamond Nationals.

Fans, drivers, promoters, and sponsors are encouraged to listen in and interact beginning at 8pm (EST) Tuesday night, February 19th at www.LucasDirt.com  or www.RaceTalkLive.com.  Listeners can email their questions to host Dustin Jarrett at djarrett@lucasdirt.com  or via AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) at DustinJ14.

For more information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, visit their website at www.lucasdirt.com  or call the Series Office at (951) 532-2503

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Larry Wallace Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

Dustin Jarrett - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Internet Broadcast Coordinator
(djarrett@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 29, 2008

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series 2007 Season Recap Show on SPEED



CORONA, CA (February 29, 2008)-The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series 2007-08 SPEED Channel broadcast schedule will conclude with the showing of the 2007 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series "Season in Review" this Saturday Night, March 1st. The hour long program will air beginning at 9:30 PM Eastern/8:30 PM Central Time.

"We are excited about the "Season in Review" airing this Saturday night. The fans will enjoy this type of show. It will review the great racing we were privileged to enjoy during 2007. This show will also have a recap of Mike Swims passing and what he meant to the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series and the dirt late model industry" states Series Director Ritchie Lewis.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series next race will be the March 29th "Indiana Icebreaker" at Brownstown Speedway. With the Jasper Engines "Road to Wheatland" taking shape and heading to Brownstown, we are looking forward to another stout field of entrants at the South Central Indiana facility. The $10,000 to win event will feature a complete show for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series with Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains and the main event. For more information you can log onto the tracks website at www.brownstownspeedway.com.

For the latest news and information regarding the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings (After February 9, 2008)


1) Billy Moyer (Batesville, AR) - 250
2) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 230
3) Steve Francis (Ashland, KY) - 220
3) Josh Richards (Shinnston, WV) - 220
5) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) - 205
6) Matt Miller (Waterville, OH) - 200
6) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) - 200
8) Mike Marlar (Winfield, TN) - 190
9) Earl Pearson, Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) - 185
10) Tim McCreadie (Watertown, NY) - 180

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 25, 2008

Another Successful East Bay Winternationals in the Books for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series; Over $230,000 Given Out Over Six Nights of Racing



CORONA, CA (February 25, 2008) - With another successful East Bay Winternationals under its belt the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series takes a lengthy break before gearing back up with its 2008 racing schedule on Saturday Night, March 29th at the Brownstown Speedway in Brownstown, IN for the $10,000 to win "Indiana Icebreaker."

With six great nights of racing during the 2008 edition of the DART Winternationals at East Bay over $230,000 in prize money, point fund cash and product were given out to the drivers. Billy Moyer of Batesville, AR came away from East Bay with three victories in the last four nights of racing to claim the DART Winternationals Points Fund Title.

Joining Moyer in victory lane during the week at East Bay were Don O'Neal of Martinsville, IN, Matt Miller of Waterville, OH and Terry Casey of New London, WI. For Moyer Saturday Night's win was his 18th at East Bay which leads all drivers in career wins at the Tampa area facility. O'Neal's win of the opening night (Monday) was his 12th career triumph on the 1/3rd mile oval as Miller's Tuesday Night victory was his second ever at East Bay and Casey's thrilling Thursday Night triumph was his first at East Bay, his first Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series win and the biggest win of his career (worth $10,000).

During the weeklong competition the weather was perfect every day as nearly 100 race teams took part in the 32nd Annual DART Winternationals. Out of those nearly 100 competitors only four drivers (Matt Miller, Donnie Moran, Steve Francis and Shannon Babb) made the starting grid all six nights. The average car count during the week was 78 with the highest tally on Friday Night with 88 entrants participating.

With outstanding crowds on hand each night of this year's edition of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series visit to East Bay there were nearly one million listeners during the week who tuned into www.racetalklive.com's internet coverage of the DART Winternationals with Dustin Jarrett handling the play by play action. During the week three drivers provided color commentary with Josh McGuire, Rick Combs and Jesse James Lay all stopping by to lend their racing expertise to the broadcast. Each race night's broadcast is archived and can be replayed by going to www.racetalklive.com.

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Director Ritchie Lewis along with East Bay Raceway Park promoters Al Varnadore and Todd Hutto instituted a new format for this years DART Winternationals and it proved to be successful for the drivers and fans. With hot laps beginning at 5:00 PM each day followed by qualifications ripped off in a timely manner each night, the 7:00 PM advertised starting time was met with no problems as the fans saw a quick and efficient race program each night as Saturday Night's finale was taped before the cameras of SPEED Channel. The East Bay finale will be aired on a date and time to be announced in the future. It will also mark the first time that a Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series event was taped in HD (High Definition).

The list of drivers competing at East Bay for the first time was quite large, those drivers that were successful in making their first East Bay A-main debuts were: Dave Tyrchniewicz, Jared Hawkins, Bryan Barber, Chris Wall and Chris Madden were all first time starters during the week with Wayne Chinn and Jason McBride finally making their first East Bay features in their second year of competing at the DART Winternationals.

Dr. Stephen Murray of the Apollo Beach Chiropractic Center of Apollo Beach, FL became a household name during the DART East Bay Winternationals as drivers Dan Schlieper and Randy Korte paid a visit to him during the week. Schlieper who has suffered with back problems for a few years had to be lifted out of his car one night at Golden Isles and at East Bay decided to make a visit to Dr. Murray. Not only did the good doctor help Schlieper with his pain he also got his name put on the veteran Wisconsin driver's race car. Korte suffered a vertebrae injury in Monday Night's feature which sidelined him for the rest of the week. Korte said he will be able to return to racing action in about six weeks after letting the injury heal.

A very short list of people had never heard of St. Andrews Manitoba Canada driver Dave Tyrchniewicz before his arrival at East Bay, but after the 41 year old driver won two heat races and made the starting lineup for two features they knew that "The Turk" would go down in East Bay racing lore. Tyrchniewicz was piloting a C.J. Rayburn Race Car from the Terry Casey race shop in New London, WI. Casey is a Rayburn North dealer for the veteran Whiteland, IN chassis builder.

Several drivers spoke of their intentions to run for the Quarter Master "Rookie of the Year" title which has a top prize of $10,000 cash to the winner and $2,500 for second place. Drivers must make their final decision by March 1st to be eligible for the 2008 season.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series continues to send its thoughts and prayers to the families of David England and Kellen Chadwick. David England suffered a fatal heart attack on practice night for the DART Winternationals as his son Michael withdrew from competition to be with his family. Michael still has plans to run full-time with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series in '08 Kellen Chadwick was seriously injured in a Modified race in Arizona on February 22nd just two weeks after competing with the Lucas Oil Series for the first time in his career at East Bay.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series race teams now have until March 29th to prepare for the "Indiana Icebreaker" at Brownstown Speedway. With the Jasper Engines "Road to Wheatland" taking shape heading to Brownstown look for another stout field of entrants at the South Central Indiana facility. The $10,000 to win event will feature a complete show for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series with Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains and the main event. For more information you can log onto the tracks website at www.brownstownspeedway.com.

For the latest news and information regarding the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series you can go to www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings (After February 9, 2008)

1) Billy Moyer (Batesville, AR) - 250

2) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 230

3) Steve Francis (Ashland, KY) - 220

3) Josh Richards (Shinnston, WV) - 220

5) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) - 205

6) Matt Miller (Waterville, OH) - 200

6) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) - 200

8) Mike Marlar (Winfield, TN) - 190

9) Earl Pearson, Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) - 185

10) Tim McCreadie (Watertown, NY) - 180

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 22, 2008

General Tire named the Official Tire of Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series



CORONA, CA (February 22, 2008) - Historians have decided that the wheel was invented around 3500 b.c., but because the genius who invented it couldn't sign his name to it, he remains anonymous. Now, fast forward to February, 2008. Lucas Oil has just named General Tire the Official Tire of Team Lucas and the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series. Great things are going to happen in the racing industry! Teaming together and naming something "official" deems it worthy of great expectations. Team Lucas and the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series are just getting started with a fantastic schedule for 2008. With General Tire signing up for the greatness that is about to be unleashed on the world of dirt racing, no one is soon to forget who started this wheel rolling.

Ritchie Lewis, Series Director for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series stated, "It's an honor to have a partner like General Tire involved with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series. We provide them a great platform to showcase their world class products in front of our grass roots race fans week in and week out."

"General Tire is proud to be a member of Team Lucas and to support the Late Model Dirt Series," said Travis Roffler, Director of Marketing, CTNA. "The Late Model Dirt Series is a very exciting form of racing, with thousands of loyal enthusiastic fans who truly embrace the spirit of competition. General Tire also embraces the spirit of competition and that is why we are committed to this great series."

Continuing their 90 year tradition in quality and excellence in the production of tires, General Tire is producing safe, sophisticated engineering with elite design in passenger, light truck, SUV, off the road and (our personal favorite), high performance tires. Whether you need tires for your personal vehicles or competition tires for the speedway, General Tire has the tires you need.

Visit www.generaltire.com  to see the broad spectrum of General Tire products, as well as an A to Z plethora of information on tires that everyone should peruse.
To view the latest Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series news and information, visit the series website at www.lucasdirt.com  or call the series office at (951) 532-2503.

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 19, 2008

Billy Moyer, Matt Miller, and Terry Casey Headline Tonight's Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour



CORONA, CA (February 19, 2008) - The second edition of the Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour is set for tonight Tuesday, February 19th at 8pm and will feature East Bay winners Matt Miller and Terry Casey as well as DART Winternationals Champion Billy Moyer among others.

Tuesday, February 19th at 8pm (EST) on www.RaceTalkLive.com,  the Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour will kickoff its second show with a quick look back on the 32nd Annual DART Winternationals at East Bay Raceway Park. The show will put DART Winternationals Champion Billy Moyer of Batesville, AR in the spotlight as well as Victory Circle chassis builder Marc Lundgren.

In addition, the show will also feature East Bay Raceway Park feature winners Matt Miller of Whitehouse, OH and Terry Casey of New London, WI. Both drivers will reflect back on the 2008 DART Winternationals as well give insight on their plans for the upcoming racing season.

The Lucas Oil Motorsports Hour will conclude with special announcement from the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series as we welcome the newest member of marketing powerhouse known as Team Lucas.

Fans, drivers, promoters, and sponsors are encouraged to listen in and interact beginning at 8pm (EST) Tuesday night, February 19th at www.RaceTalkLive.com. 

For more information on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, visit their website at www.lucasdirt.com  or call the Series Office at (951) 532-2503

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, Larry Wallace Racing Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, Victory Circle Chassis, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

Dustin Jarrett - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Internet Broadcast Coordinator
(djarrett@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 13, 2008

Final Dart Winternationals Points Standings

 

Pos   Car #   Driver                             Points

1       21         Billy Moyer                   1420

2       7           Matt Miller                    1360

3       19         Steve Francis                 1245

4       25         Josh Richards                1220

5       42t       Terry Casey                   1200

5       71         Don O'Neal                    1200

7       99         Donnie Moran               1180

8       18         Shannon Babb                1115

9       39         Tim McCreadie             1060

9       16         Justin Rattliff                 1060

11     s9         Dan Schlieper                1040

12     28E      Dennis Erb, Jr.              1010

13     24         Rick Eckert                   950

14     30         Steve Shaver                 935

15     5           Eric Jacobsen                930

16     44         Earl Pearson, Jr.            925

17     96         Terry English                 885

18     19T      Tim Fuller                      875

19     57         Mike Marlar                 865

20     6T        Tim Dohm                      850

21     83         Scott James                   840

21     I 4        Damon Eller                   840

23     c9         Steve Casebolt              805

24     28         Eddie Carrier, Jr.          800

24     32c       Vic Coffey                      800

26     00h       Chuck Harper                785

27     44C      Clint Smith                     750

28     U1        Dave Tyrchniewicz        745

29     1c         Wayne Chinn                 740

30     53         Ray Cook                       735

31     00X      Brian Shirley                  730

32     21d       Daniel Stone                  705

33     77         Jason McBride              680

34     71W     Chris Wall                      670

35     47         Tyler Ivey                      645

36     4B        Jackie Boggs                 640

37     9           Billy Drake                    635

38     32D      Darren Miller                620

29     23         John Blankenship          595

40     56         Rohn Moon                    585

41     2           Brady Smith                   580

42     0           Scott Bloomquist           570

43     17H      Jared Hawkins               565

43     27J       Danny Johnson              565

45     46         Doug Horton                  560

46     18e       Eric Wells                      555

47     20         Jimmy Owens                545

48     44M     Chris Madden                530

49     7J         Joe Isabell                     520

50     72         John Mason                   510

50     18x       Kellen Chadwick           510

50     10b       Bryan Barber                 510

53     42         Marshall Austin             505

54     75         Bart Hartman                500

55     1T        Tyler Boggs                   495

55     81c       Kevin Cole                     495

57     27D      Donald Beyers               490

57     38         Robert Geiger               490

59     85         Mark Andersen             485

59     14JR    Peyton Taylor                485

59     11A      Austin Hubbard             485

62     34         Ky Harper                      475

63     2x         Anthony White               470

64     55         Jeep VanWormer          465

65     27         Jeff Beyers                    460

66     11z       Bryan Collins                 455

67     00         Freddy Smith                 445

68     1B        Doug Blashe                  440

69     27T      Joe Denby                      425

70     41         Josh McGuire                415

71     25C      Shane Clanton               410

72     3           Jim Borden                    405

73     27M     Rodney Melvin              400

74     88         Wendell Wallace           385

75     74         Russ Adams                   380

76     we11s  D.J. Wells                      370

76     48         Tim Lance                      370

78     13         JR Hotovy                     365

79     98         Shon Flanary                  340

80     W4       Ronnie Lee Whitt          330

81     26         Tony Knowles                295

82     12         Rick Aukland                 285

82     101       Keith Nosbisch              285

84     1G        Kurt Owens                    280

85     33         Chris Hackett                240

85     18d       Danny Mitchell              240

87     2c         Clint Coffman                235

88     9w        Ricky Elliott                   220

89     81jr      Jason Riggs                   200

89     81         Scott Riggs                    200

91     92B      Billy Faust                      180

91     91         Billy Decker                  180

91     07         Kelly Boen                     180

94     21L      Ivedent Lloyd Jr.           170

95     5E        Michael England           165

96     R25      Anthony Ferguson         150

97     18D      Butch McGill                 130

98     1*         Chub Frank                    125

98     81         Randy Korte                  125

100   22C      Randle Chupp                120

101   7           Jason Fitzgerald            115

101   W3       James Ward                   115

103   95         Ed Basey                        110

104   29         Darrell Lanigan             105

104   22*       G.R. Smith                     105

106   3C        Mike Collins                  100

106   3           Ches-ley Dixon              100

108   44B      Shanon Buckingham      95

109   55         Johnny Collins               90

109   99X      Derek Ellis                     90

109   23         Patrick Sheltra               90

112   4T        Tommy Kerr                  80

112   J1         Wes Steidinger              80

114   31         Skip Arp                         75

114   25         Shawn Beasley              75

114   22         Brandon Camerson       75

114   76         Chuck Chitty                  75

114   1           Brent Dixon                   75

114   63         Dale Groves Jr.             75

114   9           Dale Hammond              75

114   44         Dave Hess Jr.                75

114   10         Anthony Hill                   75

114   H2        Stacy Holmes                 75

114   59         Steven Howard              75

114   25         Chuck Hummer             75

114   07L      Homer Leonard             75

114   11         Michael Mason             75

114   M5       Bodine Massengill        75

114   16         Brian Nuttall                  75

114   101       Casey Roberts               75

114   360       Craig Shuffield               75

114   93         Bo Smith                        75

114   33         Chuck Smith Jr.             75

114   V2        Mark Vineyard              75

114   11         Randy Weaver              75

114   26         Dillon Wood                   75

137   3D        Wade Davis                   50


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 13, 2008

Current Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Points Standings

 

Pos   Car #   Name                         Points

1       21         Billy Moyer              250

2       42t       Terry Casey              230

3       19         Steve Francis            220

3       25         Josh Richards           220

5       99         Donnie Moran          205

6       7           Matt Miller               200

6       c9         Steve Casebolt         200

8       57         Mike Marlar            190

9       44         Earl Pearson, Jr.       185

10     39         Tim McCreadie        180

11     83         Scott James              175

12     53         Ray Cook                  170

13     18         Shannon Babb           165

14     96         Terry English            160

14     00X      Brian Shirley             160

16     71         Don O'Neal               150

16     2           Brady Smith              150

18     16         Justin Rattliff            140

18     23         John Blankenship     140

20     6T        Tim Dohm                 130

20     44C      Clint Smith                130

22     30         Steve Shaver            125

23     s9         Dan Schlieper           125

23     24         Rick Eckert              125

23     1c         Wayne Chinn            125

23     75         Bart Hartman           125

27     19T      Tim Fuller                 120

28     0           Scott Bloomquist      120

29     00h       Chuck Harper           120

30     71W     Chris Wall                 120

30     32D      Darren Miller           120

32     28         Eddie Carrier, Jr.     115

33     28E      Dennis Erb, Jr.         115

33     56         Rohn Moon               115

35     I 4        Damon Eller              110

36     9           Billy Drake               110

36     44M     Chris Madden           110

38     32c       Vic Coffey                 110

38     72         John Mason              110

38     88         Wendell Wallace      110

41     20         Jimmy Owens           105

41     00         Freddy Smith            105

41     27M     Rodney Melvin         105

44     21d       Daniel Stone             100

44     4B        Jackie Boggs            100

44     12         Rick Aukland            100

47     we11s  D.J. Wells                 95

48     55         Jeep VanWormer     95

49     17H      Jared Hawkins          95

50     1T        Tyler Boggs              95

50     27T      Joe Denby                 95

52     U1        Dave Tyrchniewicz   90

52     27D      Donald Beyers          90

54     47         Tyler Ivey                 90

54     18e       Eric Wells                 90

56     33         Chris Hackett           85

57     85         Mark Andersen        85

57     27         Jeff Beyers               85

57     2c         Clint Coffman           85

60     46         Doug Horton             80

60     18x       Kellen Chadwick      80

60     42         Marshall Austin        80

60     41         Josh McGuire           80

64     38         Robert Geiger          75

64     14JR    Peyton Taylor           75

64     77         Jason McBride         75

64     26         Tony Knowles           75

64     10b       Bryan Barber            75

64     34         Ky Harper                 75

64     5           Eric Jacobsen           75

64     11A      Austin Hubbard        75

64     2x         Anthony White          75

64     1G        Kurt Owens               75

64     74         Russ Adams              75

75     25C      Shane Clanton          50

75     1B        Doug Blashe             50

75     27J       Danny Johnson         50

75     92B      Billy Faust                 50

75     13         JR Hotovy                50

75     7J         Joe Isabell                50

75     11z       Bryan Collins            50

75     101       Keith Nosbisch         50

75     3           Jim Borden               50

75     W4       Ronnie Lee Whitt     50

75     81jr      Jason Riggs              50

75     18D      Butch McGill            50

75     81c       Kevin Cole                50

88     91         Billy Decker             50

88     18d       Danny Mitchell         50

88     48         Tim Lance                 50

88     98         Shon Flanary             50

88     81         Scott Riggs               50

 

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 13, 2008

The 32nd Annual Dart Winternationals Points Summary



Corona, CA (February 13, 2008) - After six exciting nights of racing and great crowds the 32nd Annual Dart Winternationals, sanctioned by the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, has audited the National points totals and are now ready to be released.

We had an occurrence take place where we penalized driver Eric Jacobsen as the aggressor in a confrontation by entering another driver's pit area. This resulted in a $1500 fine and a loss of 300 points. The entire $1500 will go to Dirt Racing Outreach to help this charitable organization continue to help others.

The 2008 Quarter Master Rookie of the Year candidates have a tight battle and are within a one race swing that could change the points from 1st to last. All of these gentlemen raced hard and had good showings at the 32nd Annual Dart Winternationals at East Bay Raceway Park. The Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Contenders have until March 1, 2008 to declare official candidacy.

For the latest news and information regarding the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series feel free to log onto www.lucasdirt.com.

Final 2008 DART Machinery Winternationals Points Standings


1) Billy Moyer (Batesville, TN) - 1420

2) Matt Miller (Waterville, OH) - 1360

3) Steve Francis (Ashland, KY) - 1245

4) Josh Richards (Shinnston, WV) - 1220

5) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 1200

5) Don O'Neal (Martinsville, IN) - 1200

7) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) - 1180

8) Shannon Babb (Moweaqua, IL) - 1115

9) Justin Rattliff (Campbellsville, KY) - 1060

9)Tim McCreadie (Watertown, NY) - 1060


2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings (After 2/9/08)


1) Billy Moyer (Batesville, AR) - 250

2) Terry Casey (New London, WI) - 230

3) Steve Francis (Ashland, KY) - 220

3) Josh Richards (Shinnston, WV) - 220

5) Donnie Moran (Dresden, OH) - 205

6) Matt Miller (Waterville, OH) - 200

6) Steve Casebolt (Richmond, IN) - 200

8) Mike Marlar (Winfield, TN) - 190

9) Earl Pearson Jr. (Jacksonville, FL) - 185

10)Tim McCreadie (Watertown, NY) - 180


2008 Quarter Master Rookie of the Year Points Standings (After 2/9/08)


1) Mike Marlar (Winfield, TN) - 190

2) Wayne Chinn (Bradford, OH) - 125

3) Jared Hawkins (Fairmont, WV) - 95

4) Josh McGuire (Grayson, KY) - 80

5) Payton Taylor (Batesville, AR) - 75

5) Tony Knowles (Tyron, GA) - 75

5) Bryan Barber (Buffalo, KY) - 75

5) Eric Jacobsen (Seacliffe Beach, CA) - 75

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series


R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 10, 2008

Billy Moyer Takes Final of Night of the 2008 DART Winternationals at East Bay Raceway Park; Earns Third Win in Four Nights



TAMPA, FL (February 10, 2008) - National Dirt Late Model Hall of Famer Billy Moyer of Batesville, AR fought through a three way battle for the lead taking the top spot for good on lap 31 as he pulled away to take the final night of the 2008 DART Winternationals for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series at East Bay Raceway Park. Moyer earned $12,000 for his 18th career win at the Tampa area facility as he also clinched the DART Machinery points fund, which earned him an additional $7,500. Earl Pearson, Jr. earned a series provisional and came from the 23rd starting spot to finish second followed by Terry Casey, Steve Francis and 12th place starter Shannon Babb.

Josh Richards and Terry Casey would start on the front row of the 75 lap event which was taped before the cameras of SPEED, for the first time EVER, in High-Definition. Casey, who had a strong week at East Bay Raceway Park took the lead from the get go with Richards running second followed by Chuck Harper, Steve Francis and Billy Moyer.

The first change inside the top five occurred on the second lap as Francis would squeeze by Harper to take over third as Matt Miller would drop Moyer to sixth a lap later. The first caution of the race would come out on lap five with the cars of Josh McGuire and Steve Casebolt collected in turn number four.

On the restart Casey was still showing the way with Francis around Richards for second as Francis was making his car work well on the top groove of the 1/3rd mile oval. Francis' high flying action would pull him side by side with Casey as the race for the lead got interesting by the ninth circuit.

Francis was able to clear Casey taking the lead on lap ten as Casey fell to second with Richards, Miller and Brian Shirley the top five with a dozen laps scored. Francis looked like he was going to pull away from the pack as he started to stretch his lead out by the 19th circuit, but Francis was starting to pick up the tail end of the field by the point of the race.

In traffic is where Francis would lose his lead back to Casey as the Wisconsin driver retook the point on lap 21. Richards then moved into second in a nifty move in traffic as Francis fell to third place. With 25 laps complete Casey was out in front with Richards and Francis making it three-wide for the lead.

While the race leaders were battling it out in heavy traffic the second caution would come out for a slowing Dan Schlieper. On the restart Moyer benefitted the most as he looked like he was shot out of a cannon as he came out of nowhere to third with 30 laps complete as Moyer got in between Casey and Francis as they went three-wide for the top spot.

A spectacularly run race so far was getting even better as Moyer would grab the lead on lap 31. Casey and Francis would then go side by side for two laps as Casey fought back into the runner-up slot two circuits later. Scott James would slow in turn two on lap 34 bringing out the third and final caution of the race.

On the restart Moyer was quite powerful as he bolted away from the field as he immediately put distance between himself and Francis who had fought his way back around Casey for second with Richards and Brady Smith, who had started 22nd up to fifth.

With 30 laps remaining Moyer was in complete control of the race with Francis, Richards and Casey putting on a show for the fans as the tight race for second continued, but they were about to be joined by Pearson, who had to use a series provisional and after starting 23rd worked his way into the top five on lap 50.

Moyer's lead continued to be just a little more than a straightaway over the pack of cars trying to track him down. However as the laps clicked off Casey was ever so slowly cutting Moyer's lead down as he whittled Moyer's lead to half a straight in heavy traffic.

Moyer got behind a couple of cars he was having some difficulty in negotiating as his car looked to be loosening up as the race wore down. Casey was having some issues in traffic as well, when Pearson burst into third, now having run down Casey.

Pearson was all over Casey for second and with five laps to go he made the pass that earned him the second position, but with just a handful of laps left in the race Moyer had a big enough lead that Pearson was not going to be able to chase him down.

Moyer would move up on the track late in the race and that seemed to help him conserve his tires just enough to bring his Moyer Victory Circle Chassis Impala SS to the finish line for the third time in the final four nights of racing at East Bay.

Moyer's dominance at East Bay Raceway Park in this year's 32nd Annual DART Winternationals not only earned him $32,000 in winnings but also backed that up with capturing the DART Machinery point's fund, which gave him another cool $7,500 for his work. Moyer had entered the night's activities tied with Matt Miller atop the DART points, but his convincing victory in Saturday Night's final clinched it for him.

"Early on the car was pushing a little bit and we dropped back there a few spots, but I knew it was long race and I was trying to keep the tires in good shape," said the driver who began his racing career in motorcycles several years ago. Moyer's big break was the caution for Schlieper on lap 27 and the ensuing restart.

"Yeah that obviously was a key there, the fired real well off of turn number two and we went in there and it stuck and I was right between Casey and Steve and none of us were letting off and I was able to keep my momentum and a couple of laps later were in front, then we had another yellow, but the car felt real good there and took off on the restart and we were able to pull away," as Moyer was joined in victory lane with his crew chief Steve Norris and the other Moyer Race Team members.

"I got into traffic there and with no yellow flags this time I was glad there weren't any cautions because I going real well and didn't want to see one, I moved up the track a little bit there and I was just hoping the tires would hold up to the end, with this sand in the track it can get abrasive and wear out the tires, but they held up and we're extremely happy with the week we've had," said Moyer as there was indications that the right rear quarter panel had been rubbing on the right rear Hoosier for several laps."

Moyer's Clements Powered is sponsored by Banner Valley Hauling, BSB Manufacturing, J&J Steel, Karl Chevrolet, Watters Auto Land, Redline Oil, Performance Rod and Custom, Universal Concrete and Minx Show Palace. Moyer's win also completed a week long sweep for Sunoco Race Fuels.

Pearson had his best finish of the week as the three-time and defending Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series National Champion finished second in the Bobby Labonte Racing/Lifelong Locks/MasterSbilt Dodge Charger. Casey finished off a great ending to the week of racing placing third in the Arnie Ranta Motorsports/Pro Power Engines/C.J. Rayburn North Monte Carlo.

Completing the top five were Francis in the Dale Beitler Enterprises/Cornett Racing Engines/Rocket GTO and Shannon Babb in the Clint Bowyer Racing/Clements Race Engines/C.J. Rayburn Monte Carlo SS.

Rounding out the top ten were Brian Shirley, Josh Richards, Matt Miller, Brady Smith and Terry English. Of the 25 starters 22 finished the race.

In preliminary action Josh Richards was the PRC Fast Timer in qualifications with a lap of 14.418 seconds. The heat races were won by Steve Francis, Matt Miller, Chuck Harper, Billy Moyer, Josh Richards and Terry Casey. The B-mains were taken by Steve Casebolt, Wayne Chinn, Dan Schlieper and Brady Smith. Josh McGuire won the PRC Strawberry Dash to earn the 25th stating spot in the feature.

The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series competitors will now take more than a month until the next scheduled event on Saturday Night, March 29thpaying $10,000 to win at the Brownstown Speedway in Brownstown for the "Indiana Icebreaker." For more information on this race you can visit www.brownstownspeedway.com.

For the latest news and information regarding the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series feel free to log onto www.lucasdirt.com.

Race Summary

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Friday Night, February 9th, 2008

East Bay Raceway Park-Tampa, FL


PRC Fast Time: Josh Richards (14.418 seconds)


Hawk Brake First Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 advance): Steve Francis, Jeep Van Wormer, Clint Smith, Bryan Collins, Wayne Chinn, Tyler Boggs, Bart Hartman, Chris Hackett, Brian Barber, Jason McBride, Rick Eckert, Shane Clanton, John Blankenship, Jeff Beyers

Hawk Brake Second Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Matt Miller, Brian Shirley, Eric Jacobson, Tyler Ivey, Rick Auckland, Freddy Smith, Eric Wells, Marshall Austin, Don O'Neal, Clint Coffman, Jimmy Owens, Scott Bloomquist, DNS: Russ Adams

AFCO Racing Products Third Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Chuck Harper, Terry English, Justin Ratliff, Steve Casebolt, Vic Coffey, Earl Pearson Jr., John Mason, Billy Drake, Rodney Melvin, Kurt Owens, Peyton Taylor, Dave Tyrchniewicz, Kellen Chadwick

Tiger Rear Ends Fourth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Billy Moyer, Tim Fuller, Tim Dohm, Dan Schlieper, Dan Stone, Tim McCreadie, Ray Cook, Damon Eller, Joe Denby, Donald Beyers, Ky Harper, Tony Knowles, DNS: Jared Hawkins

Hawk Brake Fifth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Josh Richards, Mile Marlar, Donnie Moran, Brady Smith, Darren Miller, Wendell Wallace, Chris Madden, Rohn Moon, Billy Decker, Bob Geiger, Jackie Boggs, Josh McGuire, DJ Wells

Hawk Brake Sixth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Terry Casey, Shannon Babb, Eddie Carrier Jr., Chris Wall, Steve Shaver, Scott James, Billy Faust, Dennis Erb, Keith Nosbisch, Butch McGill, Mark Andersen, Doug Horton, DNS: Anthony White

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno First B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Steve Casebolt, Don, O'Neal, Earl Pearson Jr., Bryan Collins, Tyler Boggs, Billy Drake, Rick Auckland, Jason McBride, Eric Wells, Shane Clanton, Chris Hackett, Jeff Beyers, Dave Tyrchniewicz, Austin Hubbard, DNS: Kurt Owens, Scott Bloomquist

Quarter Master Second B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Wayne Chinn, Bart Hartman, Vic Coffey, Freddy Smith, Rodney Melvin, Rick Eckert, John Mason, Brian Barber, John Blankenship, Tyler Ivey, Jimmy Owens, Clint Coffman, Marshall Austin, Peyton Taylor, DNS: Kellen Chadwick, Russ Adams

Quarter Master Third B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Dan Schlieper, Chris Wall, Tim McCreadie, Scott James, Darren Miller, Dennis Erb, Chris Madden, Billy Decker, Damon Eller, Donald Beyers, DJ Wells, Jackie Boggs, DNS: Butch McGill, Tony Knowles, Doug Horton

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno Fourth B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Brady Smith, Steve Shaver, Ray Cook, Wendell Wallace, Josh McGuire, Rohn Moon, Billy Faust, Keith Nosbisch, Ky Harper, Mark Andersen, Bob Geiger, Dan Stone, Joe Denby, DNS: Jared Hawkins, Anthony White

PRC Strawberry Dash: (8 Laps- Winner Advanced to Feature): Josh McGuire, Darren Miller, John Mason, Damon Eller, Chris Hackett, Keith Nosbisch, DJ Wells, Steve Shaver

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series DART Machinery East Bay Winternationals Feature Finish: (75 Laps): Billy Moyer, Earl Pearson Jr., Terry Casey, Steve Francis, Shannon Babb, Brian Shirley, Josh Richards, Matt Miller, Brady Smith, Terry English, Tim Dohm, Steve Casebolt, Tim Fuller, Eric Jacobson, Clint Smith, Scott James, Donnie Moran, Mike Marlar, Eddie Carrier Jr, Wayne Chinn, Chuck Harper, Jeep Van Wormer, Dan Schlieper, Josh McGuire

Race Statistics


Entries: 80

Caution Flags: Lap 5 (Steve Casebolt, Josh McGuire); Lap 27 (Dan Schlieper); Lap 34 (Scott James)

Lap Leaders: 1-9 (Terry Casey); 10-19 (Steve Francis); 20-30 (Terry Casey); 31-Finish (Billy Moyer)

PBM/Erson Cams Hard Charger of the Race: Earl Pearson Jr. (Started 23rd and finished second-advanced 21 positions)
Allstar Performance Performer of the Race: Earl Pearson Jr.
K&N Filters Clean Pass of the Race: Billy Moyer
Quarter Master Rookie of the Race: None
ASI Racewear Lucky 7 Award: Josh Richards
Integra Crew Chief of the Race: Randall Edwards (Earl Pearson Jr.)
Comp Cams Engine Builder of the Race: Clements
Time of Race: 32 Minutes Started: Ended:


2008 DART Machinery Winternationals Points Standings (After 2/9/08)


1) Billy Moyer - 1420
2) Matt Miller - 1360
3) Steve Francis - 1245
4) Josh Richards - 1220
5) Terry Casey - 1200
6) Don O'Neal - 1200
7) Donnie Moran - 1180
8) Shannon Babb - 1115
9) Justin Ratliff - 1060
10)Tim McCreadie - 1060

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Championship Points Standings (After 2/9/08)

1) Billy Moyer - 730
2) Terry Casey - 675
3) Steve Francis - 580
4) Josh Richards - 580
5) Donnie Moran - 540
6) Matt Miller - 535
7) Steve Casebolt - 535
8) Mike Marlar - 520
9) Eric Jacobson - 505
10)Earl Pearson Jr. - 500

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 8, 2008

Moyer the Man Again in Winning Friday Night's DART Winternationals Event at East Bay Raceway Park



TAMPA, FL (February 8, 2008)-For the first time in the last eleven Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series events at East Bay Raceway Park there was a repeat winner as Batesville, AR's Billy Moyer led all 50 laps grabbing his second DART Machinery Winternationals victory of the week. By no means was Moyer's 17th career win at the East Bay Raceway Park an easy one, as Brady Smith finished second, by just one car length. Eric Jacobsen finished third followed by Donnie Moran and John Blankenship.

Moyer drew the number two starting position among the six heat race winners and with the largest field of cars (88) on hand all week long; the 25 feature starters definitely had to earn their way into the main event.

Matt Miller started on the pole alongside Moyer as the 50 lap journey began when chief starter Julian Mullis waved the green flag to start the event that was witnessed by the largest crowd of the week. Moyer took the lead in turn number one with Miller moving to second followed by Brady Smith, Josh Richards and Bart Hartman.

Richards would pull even with Miller as the two drivers battled around the 1/3rd mile oval. Miller would fight to regain the second slot by the third lap. With Moyer stretching his lead out, it was a torrid battle for positions among the rest of the top ten cars.

Chuck Harper started to gain ground on the frontrunners as he was using the top groove on the track and was hounding Hartman for fifth. Harper cleared Hartman on lap nine to take the fifth position just as the top cars were entering some heavy traffic.

Miller was starting to gain on Moyer when he suddenly slowed in turn number four to bring out the first caution of the race. With Miller now out of the race, the Delaware double file restart would see Moyer out in front by himself with Richards and Smith paired up behind him.

When the race went green again Moyer would have to fight off the aggressive Smith who would now pick up the challenge for the lead when Miller went pit side. With 15 laps in the record books there would be two straight caution flags to come out, one for Scott James and the other for fellow Hoosier State driver, Don O'Neal both of whom stopped on the track.

The race would then see a stretch of seven caution free circuits, with Moyer and Smith opening up a straightaway margin over the rest of the field. Moyer and Smith were in control of the top two spots; Richards was still in third with Steve Francis and Terry Casey gaining strides in the race.

At the halfway mark of the race Francis would gain a spot passing Richards for third and started to make up even more time than he had on Moyer and Smith. With 30 laps scored Eric Jacobson started to become a player and was on the prowl as he and Donnie Moran were blazing through the pack and stalking down the leaders.

Jacobson had climbed all the way at this point with Moran, who at one time in the early stages of the race had fallen from his 12th starting spot to around 20th place.

Jacobson and Moran were chasing down the wake of Moyer and Smith as the two leaders were again involved in heavy traffic with only 15 circuits remaining. Smith would see an opportunity that he had been waiting on for the last several laps as Moyer was being held up by some lapped cars, he tried to go around on the inside coming out of turn one, but Moyer shut the door on him time and time again.

Just as Smith was about to reel in Moyer, who was battling traffic as the yellow would wave for the stalled car of Dan Schlieper on lap 39. That would set up the final 11 lap shootout to determine the race winner.

On the restart Moyer and Smith would fire off of turn four to begin the final laps of the race, but what looked like to be another Moyer runaway in the waning laps did not turn out that way as Smith would make it tough on the veteran driver.

Moyer and Smith would both close in on traffic before the end of the race and Smith was going to take one last stab at Moyer on the final lap. Smith did just that and as the two headed into turn three Moyer would take a new line on the track, which opened the door for Smith to try the inside route coming off of turn number four.

As they raced to the checkered flag, Smith would get to the left rear of Moyer's quarter panel but he could not muster enough traction to pass him at the line falling one car length short of the winner's circle. Jacobson's third place was his best ever in Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series competition with Moran right on his bumper at the finish and Blankenship recording a strong finish after starting in 20th coming home in fifth.

For the second time this week Moyer took his Moyer Victory Circle Chassis to victory lane at East Bay Raceway Park and he addressed the huge crowd afterwards. "That was a good race there, we made a few adjustments after the heat and starting on the outside front row was a big advantage, but my car really did well all over the track, we kind of searched there a little bit to see what groove to run and it actually got faster there towards the end," said the 50-year-ol National Dirt Late Model Hall of Famer.

"That yellow there while I was in traffic was a huge help, I didn't know how much left rear tire I had left and that cleared the way up and we ran back into more traffic with a few laps to go and I thought Brady might get by me there for a moment, I want to thank the guys at Victory Circle they've really worked hard on these cars and I've taken a lot of my own ideas in building these and I very happy to get a second win here this week."

Moyer's number 21 is powered by a Clements Racing Engine and sponsored by Banner Valley Hauling, BSB Manufacturing, J&J Steel, Karl Chevrolet, Watters Auto Land, Redline Oil, Performance Rod and Custom, Universal Concrete and Minx Show Palace.

Smith in his first appearance of the week at East Bay Raceway Park earned the runner-up slot in his AMSOIL/Vic Hill Engines/Bloomquist Race Cars Monte Carlo SS with Jacobson in his VP Racing Fuels/Pro Power Engines/Bloomquist Race Cars Monte Carlo SS, Moran in his Custom Cutters/Vic Hill Engines/MasterSbilt Monte Carlo SS and Blankenship in the Don Blankenship/Busch Beer/Bloomquist Race Cars Monte Carlo SS completing the top five.

The remainder of the top ten in the finishing order were 19th starting Mike Marlar, Steve Francis, 22nd starting Ray Cook, Terry Casey and Tim McCreadie.

Racing will continue on Saturday Night, February 9th for the 2008 DART Machinery East Bay Winternationals with a $12,000 to win show. The event will be broadcast live via the Internet at www.racetalklive.com.

Race Summary

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Friday Night, February 8th, 2008

East Bay Raceway Park-Tampa, FL

PRC Fast Time: Terry Casey (14.264 seconds)

Hawk Brake First Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 advance): Matt Miller, Shannon Babb, Dan Schlieper, Mike Marlar, Damon Eller, Brian Shirley, Chris Hackett, Rick Eckert, Scott James, Jackie Boggs, Donald Beyers, Ronnie Whitt, Wendell Wallace, DNS: Scott Riggs, Ky Harper

Hawk Brake Second Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Bart Hartman, Chuck Harper, Earl Pearson Jr., John Blankenship, Darren Miller, Danny Johnson, Tyler Boggs, Doug Blashe, Joe Isabell, Mark Andersen, Rick Auckland, Kurt Owens, Doug Horton, Brian Barber, DNS: Clint Coffman

AFCO Racing Products Third Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Billy Moyer, Terry Casey, Steve Shaver, Steve Casebolt, Scott Bloomquist, Jimmy Owens, Freddy Smith, Billy Faust, JR Hotovy, Keith Nosbisch, Eric Wells, Bob Geiger, Jason Riggs, Jim Borden, Joe Denby

Tiger Rear Ends Fourth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Brady Smith, Eric Jacobson, Steve Francis, DJ Wells, Ray Cook, Jeep Van Wormer, Rohn Moon, Chris Wall, John Mason, Jason McBride, Peyton Taylor, Vic Coffey, Butch McGill, Dennis Erb, Bryan Collins

Hawk Brake Fifth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Dave Tyrchniewicz, Wayne Chinn, Tim McCreadie, Clint Smith, Don O'Neal, Tim Dohm, Justin Ratliff, Jared Hawkins, Billy Drake, Rodney Melvin, Jeff Beyers, Tony Knowles, Chris Madden, DNS: Russ Adams

Hawk Brake Sixth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Josh Richards, Donnie Moran, Shane Clanton, Terry English, Dan Stone, Eddie Carrier Jr., Kellen Chadwick, Marshall Austin, Austin Hubbard, Tyler Ivey, Anthony White, Josh McGuire

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno First B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Mike Marlar, Brian Shirley, Rick Eckert, Darren miller, Jackie Boggs, Jimmy Owens, Tyler Boggs, Joe Isabell, Billy Faust, Doug Horton, Ronnie Lee Whitt, Rick Auckland, Steve Casebolt, Keith Nosbisch, Bob Geiger, Jim Borden, Clint Coffman, DNS: Scott Riggs

Quarter Master Second B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): John Blankenship, Scott Bloomquist, Scott James, Doug Blashe, Damon Eller, Joe Denby, Danny Johnson, JR Hotovy, Donald Beyers, Chris Hackett, Mark Andersen, Ky Harper, Wendell Wallace, Freddy Smith, Eric Wells, Jason Riggs, DNS: Kurt Owens, Brian Barber

Quarter Master Third B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Tim Fuller, DJ Wells, Don O'Neal, Terry English, Billy Drake, Dennis Erb, Justin Ratliff, Jeep Van Wormer, Eddie Carrier Jr., Chris Wall, Jeff Beyers, Jason McBride, Vic Coffey, Tyler Ivey, Marshall Austin, DNS: Chris Madden, Josh McGuire

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno Fourth B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Ray Cook, Clint Smith, Rohn Moon, Dan Stone, Jared Hawkins, John Mason, Rodney Melvin, Tim Dohm, Kellen Chadwick, Butch McGill, Tony Knowles, Peyton Taylor, DNS: Kevin Cole, Austin Hubbard, Anthony White, Russ Adams, Brian Collins

PRC Strawberry Dash: (8 Laps- Winner Advanced to Feature): Don O'Neal, Justin Ratliff, Kevin Cole, Vic Coffey, Billy Faust, Dennis Erb, Tyler Boggs, Tony Knowles, Terry English, DNS: Jason Riggs

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series DART Machinery East Bay Winternationals Feature Finish: (50 Laps): Billy Moyer, Brady Smith, Eric Jacobson, Donnie Moran, John Blankenship, Mike Marlar, Steve Francis, Ray Cook, Terry Casey, Tim McCreadie, Steve Shaver, Josh Richards, Scott James, Wayne Chinn, Steve Casebolt, Dan Schlieper, Chuck Harper, Bart Hartman, Tim Fuller, Earl Pearson Jr., Shane Clanton, Don O'Neal, Matt Miller, Shannon Babb, Dave Tyrchniewicz

Race Statistics

Entries: 88

Caution Flags: Lap 12 (Matt Miller), Lap 15 [2 Cautions] (Scott James) & (Don O'Neal), Lap 22 (Steve Casebolt), Lap 39 (Dan Schlieper)

Lap Leaders: Moyer 1-Finish

PBM/Erson Cams Hard Charger of the Race: John Blankenship (Started 20th and finished fifth-advanced 15 positions)
Allstar Performance Performer of the Race: Mike Marlar
K&N Filters Clean Pass of the Race: Eric Jacobson
Quarter Master Rookie of the Race: None
ASI Racewear Lucky 7 Award: Steve Francis
Integra Crew Chief of the Race: Ritchie Davis (Ray Cook)
Comp Cams Engine Builder of the Race: Clements
Time of Race: 27 Minutes Started: 10:12pm Ended: 10:39

2008 DART Machinery Winternationals Points Standings (After 2/8/08)


1) Billy Moyer - 1170
1) Matt Miller - 1170
3) Don O'Neal - 1080
4) Donnie Moran - 1040
5) Steve Francis - 1035
6) Josh Richards - 1015
7) Terry Casey - 980
8) Tim McCreadie - 945
9) Dan Schlieper - 915
9)Justin Rattliff - 915
 

2008 Championship Points Standings (After 2/8/08)

1) Billy Moyer - 480
2) Terry Casey - 455
3) Donnie Moran - 400
4) Mike Marlar - 385
5) Tim McCreadie - 380
6) Josh Richards - 375
7) Steve Francis - 370
8) Steve Casebolt - 365
9) Matt Miller - 345
9)Eric Jacobsen - 345
9) Ray Cook - 345

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 7, 2008

Terry Casey Cashes in With Biggest Career Win in East Bay DART Winternationals on Thursday Night



TAMPA, FL (February 7, 2008) -"It's been a long time coming," said Terry Casey of New London, WI who won the biggest race of his career on Thursday Night during the 4th night of the 32nd Annual DART Winternationals for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series at East Bay Raceway Park. Casey who has been coming to the Tampa area facility for the last four years has been close to winning several times in the past at East Bay, but this time he was able to seal the deal for the biggest win of his career. The $10,000 victory came over Billy Moyer, Matt Miller, Steve Casebolt and Josh Richards.

Casey who won the fourth heat, then lucked up and drew the pole for the 40-lap affair and he would start alongside Matt Miller on the front row. On a track that was considerably different than the previous three nights of racing, getting to the front quickly was going would prove to lead to a successful finish.

At the drop of chief starter Julian Mullis' green flag headed into the first turn, bound and determined he was going to the lead on the opening circuit. Miller would run in second for one lap until Moyer overhauled him by the time the second lap was scored.

The race was going along smoothly until Shannon Babb slowed in turn one bringing out the first caution of the race. On the restart Casey was out in front with Moyer, Miller, Casebolt and Richards hovering in his wake.

On the restart Casey would fire first as the race would go green for six more circuits until the second caution came out on lap 11 for Tim Dohm. Casey had built a three-car length advantage over Moyer when the caution would slow the field.

With Casey still holding down the top spot, the top five would remain the same running order to the halfway point of the race. Casey was continuing to hold his line in the rubber as Moyer and the rest of the drivers were hoping something was going to slow Casey down.

They got their wish, with ten laps to go Casey was closing on the tail end of the field and with passing at a premium, this was the opportunity that the drivers chasing Casey had waited on as Moyer would close right on the rear of Casey's black number 42 ride.

The race was getting really interesting now, as not only did Moyer close on the leader, Miller and Casebolt were knocking on the door as well; with the top four drivers running nose to tail in traffic with five laps to go.

Moyer showed the nose of his car several of times to Casey's quarter panel, but a timely third and final caution for Bart Hartman, who would slow for a flat tire and came to a stop on the backstretch that would clear the track for Casey as the field would circulate around leaving Casey a clear path now.

With a five lap shootout ensuing, all Casey had to do was keep his line and hit his marks and he did so. The 38-year old racer would go on to the finish to score the biggest victory of his racing career. Prior to Thursday's huge win at East Bay Casey had won two $4,000 races.

Moyer crossed the stripe in second with Miller recording yet another top five finish to maintain his points lead in the DART Machinery Winternationals. Casebolt, the reigning Eldora Dream winner, had his best finish of the week coming home fourth as Richards finished fifth for the second night in a row in the Ernie Davis owned #25.

In the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series victory lane Casey was very emotional as he climbed from his race care. "I can't believe it, I finally won a race here! It's been my dream to win a Lucas Oil race and we did it!! Man, this is great!" said Casey as he pointed out his wife, engine builder Bill Schlieper, C.J. Rayburn and Arnie Ranta who've help him get to this point in his racing career.

"It was the luck of the draw, I saw Matt Miller draw the number two and I just drew and it was the number one and I thought that's just what I needed after the bad luck I've had here in the past and I wanted to win this race so bad." said the driver who became the fourth different winner in four nights of racing this week at East Bay.

"Without Arnie Ranta I just couldn't do this, I am a Rayburn North dealer and I get some feedback from those drivers I sell cars to go, but you have to throw out everything you learn down here, because it doesn't work back home. And what else can I say about the Pro Power Engines, they're awesome and it's just a great night," as Casey went on to thank his wife, who diligently puts her time in working on the car. "She had never been to a race until we were married, I guess she hooked now."

Casey's C.J. Rayburn Monte Carlo is powered by a Pro Power Engine from Casey's home state of Wisconsin and sponsored by Arnie Ranta Motorsports, Brewer Concrete and Construction and Arnie's Sleds and Trailers.

Moyer who won Wednesday Night's A-main event brought his Banner Valley Hauling/Clements Racing Engines/Moyer Victory Circle Impala SS home second followed by Miller in the Larry Moring Motorsports/Clements Race Engines/Rocket. Casebolt's own Fatheadz.com/Dargie powered Rocket GTO was fourth with Richard's Ernie Davis owned/Davis Towing and Hauling/Cornett Engines/Rocket Monte Carlo SS grabbing fifth.

Completing the top ten were Tim McCreadie, Scott Bloomquist, Donnie Moran (from 18th), Mike Marlar and Don O'Neal.

In preliminary action for the 84 entrants on hand Terry Casey was the PRC Fast Qualifier with a lap of 14.277 seconds. The six heat race winners were Eric Jacobsen, Matt Miller, Billy Moyer, Terry Casey, Steve Casebolt and Josh Richards. The B-main were taken by Rick Eckert, Earl Pearson, Jr., Darren Miller and Chris Wall. Bryan Barber took top honors in PRC Strawberry dash to earn the 25th starting spot in the feature.

Racing will continue on Friday Night, February 8th for the 2008 version of the DART Machinery East Bay Winternationals with a $10,000 to win show. The event will be broadcast live via the Internet at www.racetalklive.com.

Race Summary

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

Thursday Night, February 7th, 2008

East Bay Raceway Park-Tampa, FL

PRC Fast Time: Terry Casey (14.277 seconds)

Hawk Brake First Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 advance): Eric Jacobson, Tim Dohm, Steve Francis, Damon Eller, Peyton Taylor, John Mason, Vic Coffey, Danny Johnson, Tony Knowles, Ronnie Whitt, Joe Isabell, Russ Adams, Tyler Boggs, Bob Geiger

Hawk Brake Second Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Matt Miller, Bart Hartman, Don O'Neal, Earl Pearson Jr., Rick Eckert, Wendell Wallace, Steve Shaver, Dan Schlieper, Doug Horton, Rohn Moon, Jimmy Owens, Chris Hackett, Jeff Byers, Shon Flanary

AFCO Racing Products Third Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Billy Moyer, Shannon Babb, Justin Ratliff, DJ Wells, Terry English, Brian Shirley, Wayne Chinn, JR Hotovy, Marshall Austin, Eric Wells, Anthony White, Joe Denby, Danny Mitchell, Jason McBride

Tiger Rear ends Fourth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Terry Casey, Mike Marlar, Chris Madden, Darren Miller, Chris Wall, Josh McGuire, Brian barber, Chuck Harper, Freddy Smith, Doug Blashe, Donald Beyers, Jason Riggs, Austin Hubbard

Hawk Brake Fifth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Steve Casebolt, Tim McCreadie, Ray Cook, Billy Drake, Clint Smith, John Blankenship, Rick Auckland, Kellen Chadwick, Rodney Melvin, Jared Hawkins, Scott James, Tim Lance, Clint Coffman, Kurt Owens

Hawk Brake Sixth Heat (10 Laps-Top 3 Advance): Josh Richards, Scott Bloomquist, Donnie Moran, Dennis Erb, Eddie Carrier Jr., Dan Stone, Dave Tyrchniewicz, Tim Fuller, Tyler Ivey, Mark Andersen, Jim Borden, Jeep Van Wormer, Kevin Cole, Ky Harper

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno First B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Rick Eckert, Jimmy Owens, Damon Eller, John Mason, Brian Shirley, Doug Horton, Steve shaver, Danny Johnson, Jeff Beyers, Eric Wells, Joe Denby, Bob Geiger, Ronnie Whitt, JR Hotovy, DJ Wells, Russ Adams, DNS: Jason McBride

Quarter Master Second B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Earl Pearson Jr., Terry English, Wendell Wallace, Vic Coffey, Dan Schlieper, Rohn Moon, Wayne Chinn, Tony Knowles, Anthony White, Danny Mitchell, Marshall Austin, Peyton Taylor, Shon Flanary, Joe Isabell, Chris Hackett, DNS: Tyler Boggs

Quarter Master Third B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Darren Miller, Clint Smith, Dennis Erb, Rick Auckland, Jackie Boggs, Dan Stone, Rodney Melvin, Chuck Harper, Scott James, Clint Coffman, Doug Blashe, Tim Fuller, Jason Riggs, Mark Andersen, Josh McGuire, DNS: Jeep Van Wormer, Ky Harper

Mason Racin' Rebel Shock Dyno Fourth B-Main (12 Laps- 1 Advance): Chris Wall, Eddie Carrier Jr., John Blankenship, Freddy Smith, Jared Hawkins, Billy Drake, Kellen Chadwick, Tyler Ivey, Kurt Owens, Jim Borden, Austin Hubbard, Donald Beyers, Tim Lance, Brian Barber, DNS: Dave Tyrchniewicz, Kevin Cole

PRC Strawberry Dash: (8 Laps- Winner Advanced to Feature): Brian Barber, Tim Fuller, Jeff Beyers, Doug Horton, Donald Beyers, Rodney Melvin, Tim Lance, Shon Flanary, Clint Coffman, Dan Stone

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series DART Machinery East Bay Winternationals Feature Finish: (40 Laps): Terry Casey, Billy Moyer, Matt Miller, Steve Casebolt, Josh Richards, Tim McCreadie, Scott Bloomquist, Donnie Moran, Mike Marlar, Don O'Neal, Steve Francis, Rick Eckert, Justin Ratliff, Chris Madden, Ray Cook, Scott James, Chris Wall, Earl Pearson Jr., Terry English, Tim Dohm, Bart Hartman, Eric Jacobson, Darren Miller, Brian Barber, Shannon Babb

Race Statistics

Entries: 84

Caution Flags: Lap 5 (Shannon Babb); Lap 10 2 Cautions (Tim Dohm) & (Eric Jacobson); Lap 35 (Bart Hartman)

Lap Leaders: Terry Casey 1-Finish

PBM/Erson Cams Hard Charger of the Race: Donnie Moran
Allstar Performance Performer of the Race: Terry Casey
K&N Filters Clean Pass of the Race: Scott Bloomquist
Quarter Master Rookie of the Race: None
ASI Racewear Lucky 7 Award: Scott Bloomquist
Integra Crew Chief of the Race: Brian Redman (Donnie Moran)
Comp Cams Engine Builder of the Race: Pro Power
Time of Race: 21 Minutes Started: 9:39 Ended: 10:00



2008 DART Machinery Winternationals Points Standings (After 2/7/08)

1) Matt Miller - 1045
2) Don O'Neal - 965
3) Billy Moyer - 920
4) Josh Richards - 845
5) Steve Francis - 840
6) Donnie Moran - 830
7) Justin Ratliff - 820
8) Dennis Erb Jr. - 805
9) Terry Casey - 785
10)Shannon Babb - 785

2008 Championship Points Standings (After 2/7/08)

1) Terry Casey - 260
2) Billy Moyer - 230
3) Matt Miller - 220
4) Steve Casebolt - 210
5) Josh Richards - 205
6) Tim McCreadie - 200
7) Scott Bloomquist - 195
8) Donnie Moran - 190
9) Mike Marlar - 185
10)Don O'Neal - 180

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Sponsors

Arizona Sport Shirts - "The Official Merchandise Vendor" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Dixie Chopper - "The Official Mower" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Fatheadz Sunglasses - "The Official Eyewear" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
General Tire - "The Official Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Hoosier Tire - "The Official Race Tire" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jasper Engines - "The Official Engine" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Jim Beam - Drink Smart - "The Official Beverage" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
K&N Filters - "The Official Filter" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Lucas Oil Products - "The Official Oil" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
R&L Carrier - "The Official Carrier" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
Sunoco Race Fuels - "The Official Fuel" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
SuperClean - "The Official Degreaser" of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series

2008 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Supporters Include: Afco Racing Products, Allstar Performance, American Racer Tire, ARC Engines, ASI Racewear, Banshee Graphics, Bloomquist Race Cars, CJ Rayburn Race Cars, Comp Cams, Cornett Racing Engines, Cruise with the Champions, Dart Machinery, Dyers Top Rods, Erson Cams, GRT Race Cars, Hawk Performance Brake Pads, Hyperco, Integra Shocks, Jay Dickens Racin g Engines, Malcuit Racing Engines, Mason Racin', Mastersbilt Race Cars, Mullvain Motorsports, Ohlins, On the Edge Graphics, PBM, Penske Shocks, Performance Bodies, Performance Rod & Customs, Pro Power Racing, Quarter Master, Rick Schwallie Photography, Rocket Chassis, Tiger Rearends, Vic Hill Racing Engines, WD Enterprises, Wiles Driveshafts, and Wrisco Industries.

James Essex - Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Public Relations Director (jessex@lucasdirt.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For Immediate Release
February 6, 2008

Billy Moyer in Victory Circle for the 16th Time at East Bay in Winning Wednesday Night's Action



TAMPA, FL (February 6, 2008) - In yet another hotly contested Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series feature event at East Bay Raceway Park the driver with the most Winternationals wins at the track proved yet again why he is one of the best ever to turn a wheel in a dirt car. Billy Moyer of Batesville, AR dueled with Terry Casey for several laps until finally passing him on the 23rd lap and then withstood two late cautions to take his 16th career win at the Tampa area facility to conclude night number three of the DART Winternationals on Wednesday night. Dan Schlieper crossed the line in second followed by Don O'Neal, Matt Miller and Josh Richards.

Schlieper would fire from his pole starting position to take the lead on the opening circuit of the 30 lap event. Steve Francis would quickly move to second followed by Terry English, Josh Richards and Terry Casey. Casey who started in the fifth position was a man on a mission as he worked his way up to second by lap three making the top five running order change three times in the first three laps.

Casey then put the heat on Schlieper for the lead after the first caution came out for Shannon Babb. The race went two more laps under green after the restart with Casey all over his fellow Wisconsin driver. A four car pile-up in turn two would bring out caution number two shortly thereafter.

On the restart Schlieper would lose the lead for the first time as Casey thundered into the lead on lap six. Francis who was running in third slowed suddenly in turn number four on lap eight bringing out the third caution.

On the restart after Francis departed the race a multi car tangle saw chief starter Julian Mullis wave the dreaded yellow flag for the fourth time. With eight laps in the books the running order saw Casey out in front followed by Schlieper, Billy Moyer, Richards and O'Neal.

With Casey showing the way; a tremendous duel for second was taking place between Moyer and Schlieper as the two raced door to door for three straight laps with Richards and O'Neal right in the thick of things as well.

With the halfway mark approaching, Casey was running the race of his life holding his line perfectly on the racetrack, as Schlieper would continue to hold Moyer at bay. Moyer was finally able to muster enough speed to go by Schlieper on lap 17 and with 13 circuits remaining he had his eyes set on Casey and a race for the lead was about to develop.

There were three lapped cars in front of Casey, would be just enough to allow Moyer to chase down Casey in a hurry as the leader had to fight with traffic. With Moyer right on the heels of Casey, the veteran driver would make the move on lap 22 and take over the lead from Casey in traffic. Moyer would put a lapped car between himself and Casey, which would allow Moyer to stretch his lead out over Casey with five laps to go.

The fifth caution of the race would unfortunately be for Casey as he ran up on Wayne Chinn's car while trying to lap him bringing out the next to last yellow of the race. The fifth and final caution came out for Canadian Dave Tyrchniewicz who stopped in turn number two.

The final three-lap shootout would see Moyer take his own chassis designed car to victory lane securing the $5,000 win. Schlieper crossed the line in second, followed by the previous nights' winners, Don O'Neal and Matt Miller. Josh Richards had his first top five of the week crossing the line right behind Miller.

Completing the top ten were Steve Shaver, Earl Pearson Jr., Rick Eckert, Dennis Erb, Jr., and Darren Miller.

In the post race interview the 50-year old Moyer knew he had had a workout in getting this win. "No it wasn't easy, Terry Casey was real good, there was a lot of give and take out there tonight, we had a good race there with Schlieper, that was a lot of fun there, but once we got up to Casey we were able to get by him after what seemed like several laps," said the only five-time winner of the World 100.

"I guess I'm hard headed with this new chassis design (Moyer Victory Circle Chassis), I wanted to build a car that I like to run and so that's what we are doing now, we have built about five of them and just delivered a couple so we are real excited about the progress we've made, we also made an engine change to Clements power and they seem to be real good as well."

Moyer's familiar number 21 car is sponsored by Banner Valley Hauling/J&J Steel/BSB Manufacturing/J&J Steel/Karl Chevrolet/Watters Auto Land/Redline Oil/Performance Rod and Custom/Sunoco Race Fuels/Universal Concrete and Minx Show Palace.

Schlieper's Miller Brothers Coal/Pro Power /C.J. Rayburn Ford Fusion took runner-up honors for his best performance of the week. O'Neal in the Harrod Farms/Jay Dickens Racing Engines/C.J. Rayburn Monte Carlo now has a win, a second and third place finish in the first three nights of the DART Winternationals. Miller, who won Tuesday Night's classic battle, was fourth in the Moring Motorsports/MDI Environmental/Rocket Chassis with Josh Richards in the Ernie Davis/Ernie' towing and Hauling Rocket Monte