Index Race San Antonio- Freddy was disapointed in our cancellation and has asked me to reschedule for June 29th-30th. He believes that we could put together a popular show. Not much responce from TPSA for May, anyone want to play in June? Need to get a show of hands if we are going to try and put it together. -- Mitchell, 05/21/12 9:18pm
EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF INTEREST ON MAY 19TH. TRACK IS STILL HAVING SOMETHING BUT I AM WITHDRAWING MY PLANS. THANKS TO WINSCOTT AND LP FOR THIER COMMIMENT, JUST ENOUGH OTHER GUYS WILLING TO SIGN UP. MIGHT BE A GOOD YEAR TO WORK ON MY GOLF SWING. -- MITCHELL, 05/12/12 11:32am
Time to check in, anyone planning to make the tow for San Antonio on the 19th to race with us. Would like to see a hard count if your thinking you are coming here or in my email -- Mitchell, 05/ 9/12 6:04pm
Super 4.70, didnt want to leave out any other guys, so let me add C&W and Hughes to the list, anyone else i missed, sorry, you get in here too. -- mitchell, 04/10/12 11:04pm
Larry Pierce has joined the car count , that makes four TPSA and four super fast guys, we are at our 8 car field, the payout will go up from here. Also special thanks to Alamo Performance in San Antoino for joining in the frey with a gift certificate for the Sleepy Bear Award! Check out www.txdragracing.com for more stuff.Hanson, Pigfords and Otwell still MIA! Come on guys get in here and bring a few of your go fast no rule buddies! -- mitchell, 04/10/12 10:57pm
For Immediate Release: -- Jeff Mitchell, 04/ 6/12 12:05pm
The Texas Drag Racing League is excited to announce it has confirmed its first date for its planned five races to run its Super 4.70 Heads Up Index Race, a Pro Tree no handicap event at San Antonio Raceway. The format is a no limit, absolute all run, of any combination, the stated rules are two; must be a door car with working doors, and no throttle stops. Everything else runs. We run two time trials before eliminations, the pairings will be drawn from a hat, you must be in the lanes within 15 minutes of first call, the lanes will close after that and you will not be allowed to run.
GTX Fleet Services, a much needed sponsor, will pay $200 cash to the perfect 4.700 run during qualifications and $200 cash to the first Perfect 4.700 winning run during eliminations. If this second bonus is not awarded it will roll to the next race and so on until the end of the five race series, at which time it will be awarded to the Driver with the most round wins during the series.
The good folks at SAR have agreed to allow the car and driver in for no charge, regular track gate will be charged for all others, we will collect $200 per car in advance before the first qualifying hit, or you can preregister for a $25 savings up until May 1st 2012. If you do not have your official window sticker in place for the start of the first hit, you will not be allowed in the lanes.
The payout will be as follows (based on a minimum of 8 cars entered).
Winner: $1,000
Runner up: $ 500
Semi Loser: $ 100
Purse will adjust with car count up or down. Those interested in participating must indicate your intentions by email before May the 16th with your car information, your name and your tow vehicle license plate to obtain your free admission, if you are not on the list you will not be permitted in at no charge, and there will be no refunds paid for admission. The email for this is: jhcmitch@hotmail.com or just click on my name in blue above.
We are looking for additional financial partners to participate in a couple of race day categories such as:
The Tale Of The Tape: the round winner with the tightest margin of victory.
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The Who Got The Light: First Perfect reaction Time in Competition Rounds.
The Hard Luck Winner: Judged by Jeff Mitchell for the worst mechanical failure.
The Bad Beat: Best Wasted Hole Shot on a losing round of competition.
The Sleepy Bear: Worst Light of the day in competition.
You can offer a cash prize, gift certificate, or hard assets in the name of your company for any of these awards, give us an email and some decals and the winner must display your sticker to be eligible. So come on all you self employed gear heads, give something back to this sport of ours and buck up.
April 21, 2012 Houston Outlaw Race canceled. -- Bonnie, 04/ 5/12 2:52pm
April 21, 2012 Houston Outlaw Race canceled. We have decided to cancel the April 21, 2012 race at Ben Bruce memorial Raceway. I have received confirmation that several OTTA cars are out for the April 21st race due to various reasons and will not be able to get the cars back up running in time for the race. I believe that it is in our best interest to cancel the April race at this time. I apologize for any inconvenience this has caused anyone but I appreciate the loyalty and honesty of the racers keeping us informed. Fred is still willing to host a Jack pot race if any of you want to go out that day and race. He will also host a 6.60, 6.0, and a 5.75 index race with a guaranteed payout if enough cars will commit to the event. He will hold any other index class as a jack pot race if there is at least 6 cars in the group. Thank you all for supporting the Houston Outlaw Races and the last thing we want to do is give you a less than expected event with low car counts. We will see you May 12, 2012 at Ben Bruce Memorial Raceway with another great event.
TPSA???? -- Steve Miller, 03/31/12 1:16pm
I have a quick question for everyone who looks at this site. Gary and I went to the ADRL event yesterday and had the pleasure of running into/visiting with several members of TPSA (Pigfords-Roy&Joe,Rick&Kevin Cowger, Darrell Wood, Robert Malone, Xtreme Champ Larry Pearce). On the ride home we discussed how we enjoyed visiting/racing with these guys. Now the real question, what does everyone think about a series like a Texas Outlaw Pro Stock? Keeping the same fundamental rules as are here now but open up the induction to perhaps allow some of the Top Sportsman cars to run with us heads-up. But again keep this a naturally aspirated class, if nitrous is on cars bottles must be removed and lines capped. We may have to tweak some of the rules like up the cu. in. limit to like a 632 for the T/S guys but drop the weight for a conventional headed motor down to say 2350# and base starting at 2400# for other heads. Keep everything on a 4.84" bore spacing as rules are now and converter driven powerglide transmission (No Bruno or anything of that nature). I don't have the contacts to kick something like this off, but was just a idea to perhaps getting the cars dusted off and on the track and inviting some friends with a quick car to come play heads-up. I feel certain we would have to just run for entry fees for a bit unless we could get a little help, but it beats the purse the cars are getting in the barn....lol. Maybe like a race a month or so, meet up with a prepped track line them up race and enjoy each others company. I do know this after yesterday, the ADRL T/S field is now aware of what a conventional headed BBC is capable of. My contact is (979)549-8391 and Gary's is (979)709-9993 if anyone wants to contact with their ideas. Thanks Steve Miller
ADRL -- Fan, 04/ 3/12 10:39am
Good Job C&W Racing on making the 16 car feild at ADRL.That all motor 565 ran real good. Lost first round but still made the show. Lost by 0008 at the finsh line. Glad to see Texas Pro Stock motor make the show.
How about this for the remainder of 2012, six races, San Antonio and Dallas (or the Dale) . 4.70 index on a heads up pro tree. run any combination provided it has doors and can pass tech on NHRA rules. Only rule is no throttle stops, have to think about Nitrous cars with there electronics. Entry fee is $200 per car 100% pays to cars. I will put another $200 to the perfect 4.700 during time trials.
We race as Texas Outlaw 4.70
If I get 8 solid committments I will put out a schedule and give us something to do.
Bill Jenkins -- DbL08, 03/29/12 12:25pm
The world of drag racing has suffered a great loss! You brought so much inovation to Pro Stock making the class what it is today. R.I.P. Grumpy, you will be missed!
Hope to see you all Saturday March 24th at Ben Bruce Memorial Raceway in Evadale this weekend for the Houston Outlaw race www.HoustonOutlawRacing.com -- Bonnie, 03/19/12 2:48pm
pro stock 2012 -- mitchell, 02/27/12 9:51pm
I sent an email out to most all of the regular TPSA guys regarding some ideas for 2012, got nothing back as of now. Need you to check your emails. send me back some feedback even if its no thanks, i have some people waiting to hear if we are going to play along.
if you did not get one, its because i do not have your email, drop me one and I will respond.
Pig's Progress -- Boss Hog (Makin' LONG Laps), 03/ 6/12 9:46am
Participated in my 1st NHRA event since Indy 2001. Ran Top Sportsman at Baytown over the weekend. Qualified 10th out of 26 cars with a 7.056 @ 195.65. Got a gift in 1st rd. as I was "Dead Late" but my opponent broke out. Made good pass 2nd rd. (.019 lite and a "shuttin' off" 7.102 that could have been a 6.999 if I'd have stayed in it) to my opponents 7.144. Third rd., NOT SO LUCKY !! Went .010 RED to my opponents .010 GREEN. Oh well, we'll get'um next time. Ain't TPSA but it ain't bad.
Race Schedule -- Mitchell, 03/ 7/12 4:20pm
Thanks to Joe and Rick for your comments and feedback on my post. Not much information from anyone else. Think we will table the idea for now for lack of interest. We plan to run a few of Tx VS The World events maybe we will some of you there.
TPSA -- Fan, 02/27/12 2:20pm
Joe made a couple good passes Saturday but .You should of seen thr paases that the red rocket mad. Kevin has that thing running.How about a 4.430 157.95 100.3sixty foot.
coasted threw at 7.30at 136 miles an hour. I would like to see waht itwould run in the Quarter mile. GREAT JOB GUYS
Texas VS the World -- Bonnie, 02/17/12 4:25pm
Hi all, I am trying to work the logistics out for Texas VS the World June 8th and 9th at Dallas Raceway in Crandall, TX. Although there is no funding for all of the organizations that I would love to include, I would like to find a way for everyone to join us that would like to perticipate.
Would any of you be interested in running a 4.70 index Door Slammer class if I added it to the agenda.
Please feel free to contact me personally,
Bonnie Webb
713-906-0042
bwebb@maximumimpactracing.net
www.HoustonOutlawRacing.com
Ok Guys! I saw on Dallas Raceway's website that they are reopening SOON! What can we do to get a like 5 race schedule back??? I know RC, RO and LP are on board! Anyone else that would commit to a five race schedule?? We need 5 more! COME ON GUYS! -- KC, 02/14/12 1:29pm
Heard that Cowger tested at Baytown Saturday for that track rental and went a 4.43 @ 158!!! WOW! Regardless being 100 pounds light from TPSA Trim, that’s Remarkable! Congrats guys! -- Just some guy, 02/12/12 11:10pm
TPSA -- RICK C, 01/20/12 8:01am
We guys been alot of fun racing with everyone. I did tpsa sence the first year it started back at sealy. Hope someone can get a few races together. Congradulation larry on you Championship this year.
If you weren't one of the nearly 70 folks in the crowd you missed a good time! Plenty of tasty food, bench racing, and good lookin' hardware was handed out. Later we closed down the "watering hole" with some libations, shuffleboard, pool playin', and more bs & bench racing. Congrats to the Champs and to all of the teams!
A list will be posted on the TPSA message board later tonite for you to confirm your reservation. It's not too late to be part of the festivities but a final tally will be given to the Hotel by this Friday, the 6th, and registration will be closed. Hope to see ya there.... -- DH, 01/ 4/12 1:03pm
It's party time! The TPSA 2011 Champions Banquet is scheduled for January 14th from 6-10pm. Afterwards, the party, bench racing, and bs continues @ the "watering hole" located in the Hotel Lobby. Once again tickets will be available in advance ONLY @ $30 per person. The Banquet is open to the general public... you do not have to be a member of the TPSA to attend. Please mail your ticket orders to:
David Hubbard/TPSA 1800 County Road 330 Burnet, Texas 78611
In the meantime, please post, call, or email with how many will be attending from your team or group so that the arrangements can be finalized this week. Call or email with any questions, or if you need further info. Hope to see you all there. -- DH, 12/12/11 1:02am
Well the board's been a bit quiet so I thought I'd share what happens when some of the Hill Country Boyz get together. Donald the "Boxman" Hughes came over for lunch (he thought...LOL) and ol' DH put him to work. With the recent rains allowing some burning to take place, DH put Donald to work runnin' the tractor and stacking brush. Later they torched 'er off and enjoyed some bench racing and had a TPSA board meeting, campfire style.
Our sincere condolences to Randy Elliott and his family on the recent loss of his Mother. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. -- DH, 12/ 5/11 9:29pm
What's the chance that you guys possibly expand your show into something like this?http://www.nashootout.com/ -- All Motor!, 11/30/11 10:37am
a few more or even one more class that's all motor stock suspension like 28x10.5/275 dr cars, would be a great addition to the show.http://www.nashootout.com/
Just want to wish everyone a "Happy Thanksgiving" !!! Eat lots of Turkey and Mincemeat pie, watch lots of football and snore 'til your hearts content when you fall asleep in the recliner. (Least wise that's what I plan on doing). Anybody heard any good racin' rumors ??? Somebody told me that RO was gonna drive one of Force's funnycars this comin' season?? Between TPSA , ADRL, and NHRA I don't see how the guy is goin' to have time to take care of the "three s's"??? Also heard that Kevin and Rick C. are workin' on a new "Tractor Drive" deal that is suppose to improve their already awsome 60' times by a "nickle" !!! Got the idea from a "Star Wars" movie. We're lookin into it but haven't been able to locate a consistant source of "Nuclear Fuel Rods" so far. Damn 'shore got the Feds attention though !!! LOL -- Boss Hog (Stir Crazy), 11/23/11 9:54am
The picture below epitomizes the attitude, spirit, and principals that the TPSA was founded upon. Not the subject matter, or the fact he's won 3 Championships; not the fact he's a current record holder and a threat to win any race he enters or another Championship. Nope, it's the unabashed joy in his face and the unmistakable pleasure of being in one of his favorite places (a racecar), and that he is doing something he truly enjoys! Thanks to scale master/photographer Randy Elliott for capturing this unforgettable shot @ Evadale during qualifying!
The 2012 Schedule has been roughed in. No specific dates are available yet as the tracks are still waiting on IHRA & NHRA to announce their divisional schedules. The venues that have committed are: Dallas Raceway (4), Evadale Raceway (3), and San Antonio (1) + a good possibility of another one at SAR after the schedules are released. 8-10 events are planned for next year, but schedules are always subject to change. Our 2012 season will begin in March and end October 31st and we hope to have all of the dates firmed up by the end of this month. Any updates will be posted here & on the TPSA facebook page.
Also, the 2011 TPSA Championship Banquet is planned for either Saturday, January 14 or the 21st. That date will be firmed up soon. Thanks, -- DH, 11/ 5/11 2:38pm
Instant Results from Evadale...Team Cowger/Wood over Larry Pearce in XTREME, Aaron Hubbard over Donald Hughes in PRO. CONGRATS to Pearce and Hubbard and the crews on winning the 2011 TPSA Championship in their respective classes! -- ., 10/23/11 12:23am
**Homepage, results, & points pages have been updated.** Negotiations with the Pundit are underway for a season finale race recap and a 2011 review. Stay tuned! -- DH, 10/25/11 1:30am
***Congrats*** to "PigPen" crew member, Chanse Bullock, on his Top Sportsman win @ the ADRL race in Ennis on Saturday! I hope the pic below is his current ride...Great job Chanse!
2012 SnS Series -- Dave Donalson, 10/19/11 9:36am
We are looking to run four races next year at Royal Purple Raceway. Two in the spring and two in the fall. The dates will be set later this year. We are also looking at running a new class which some of you might want to get in on, a 4.70 index. This class will be open to all vehicles. delay box and throttle stop can NOT be used. they don't have to be removed from the car, but they must be zeroed out or unpluged. I know its hard to say right now since yall haven't made your schedule either. For more information you can swing by SnS Message board Thanks Dave
Joe Mc from Nitro Fog Photo's has his pics up from the HMP race last Saturday. Click on the link to check 'em out and buy a couple of your favorites while you're there. He really got some great shots! Thanks Joe..
Congrats to Roy on your win. Your hard work this year finally paid off. My actions on the starting line was out of line and I apolagize to the Assosciation for them. There is a time and place for everything, and that was not the time or place. -- RO, 10/10/11 11:10am
Roy wanted me to thank all the guys that made this weekends win possible (he don't do computers). THANKS to Shane, Vernon, Chad, "Animal Jack", John, Ryan and Charlotte for the sandwiches. Too bad about Richard's starter. Would have preferred a race win to a single but wins are hard to come by and you've got to take'em how ever you get'um. Condolences to the "Winmill" team for wrecking their car. Hope the fix ain't too painful. And Congrats to Robert Malone for his first win in Pro. Whoever I forgot to thank, don't take it personal.... I'm doing good to remeber what day of the week it is anymore. See ya'll at the "Dale" !!! -- Boss Hog (Still Huntin' Acorns), 10/10/11 4:10pm
Gate times, qualifying times, and run order are listed on the schedule to help keep things moving on time. Right click on it to save or print your own personal copy for reference at the track... -- DH, 10/ 6/11 3:18pm
Fuel -- Steve Miller, 10/ 5/11 4:25pm
Was wondering if anyone carries extra C-25 that they may be willing to sell to me at the track Saturday night? Thanks
I've had a few calls about the progress on the Cavalier and been meaning to post an update. As most of you know, I tested the wall @ DTR early this year and the wall won! Clint and I decided to take it back to it's maker, Jerry Haas Race Cars, for the repairs. We got it back several weeks ago and we're tickled with the results...on time, under budget, and better than new. Hey, it's a 2012 from the firewall forward...LOL. Thanks to Mr. & Mrs. Haas, John, Dan and all the crew at JHRC for their hospitality and treating us like WJ instead of the Hill County Boyz we are! Jim Hooker & Son did an amazing job on the the body work & paint....also on time and on budget. It was a pleasure doing business with these guys but I hope we don't need their services again any time soon. :)
Just want to take a minute to congratulate Larry and Ricky on winning the Championship in 2011. Job well done guys. While it appears to be mathematically possible for Richard to catch Larry, I think Larry just has to show up for one race to render that possibility null and void. Pretty decent battle going on between me and Rick Cowger and Sir Richard for 2nd place this year. Might keep an eye on that one. See you'se guys at HMP !!! Later !! -- Porky Pig (Lookin' for an Acorn), 09/27/11 11:17am
San Antonio Raceway...Event #9.....Instant Updates! -- DH, 09/24/11 11:18pm
EXTREME...Larry Pearce defeats Rick Cowger
PRO...Lance Abbott defeats Donald Hughes
Congrats to the winners and to all of the TPSA teams that came out and made a huge success of our first day race in years. The final was run about 5:30pm and the race went off without a hitch!
Thanks to Freddy, Bob, Buddy, & the entire crew @ SAR... the track was in awesome shape and we appreciate you guys including the TPSA as part of the 1st annual Smoke Fest!
Hill Country Boyz are fixin' to roll out for the party @ San Antonio. Don't forget TNT tonite, racing starts @ 12 noon tomorrow....concerts both nites, and plenty of food, drinks, & fun to be had! See ya there!
HR's got her party garb on and ready to get down, come on out and join the fun...
"This trailer and all of our equipment was stolen from Katy, Texas this week. Had... a 235 Inch dragster, tools, generator, a/c....etc. Lidiak Motorsports is offering a reward."
Please keep an eye out for this equipment and call Gary Lidiak, Team O, or me if you have any info. Thanks, -- DH, 09/11/11 9:44pm
The original event scheduled for September 24th has been cancelled by the track promoter. I am very excited to be able to replace this race at the last minute with a special event @ San Antonio Raceway benefiting the Military Warriors Support Foundation. The attached flyer is being revised to feature the TPSA but I wanted to get this info to you asap. I believe you'll find all the info you need on the flyer... gate times, schedules, etc., but if you have any questions let me know. YES IT IS A SATURDAY "DAY" RACE with tnt available Friday nite from 7-10pm... a rarity in our world, but this one's for you "early birds" ...LOL!
The payout will be the same although Kay is putting up the purse as it's a benefit and there's no budget for our show. If you know anyone that would like to be involved at any sponsorship level for this event, please let me know. Thanks, and we'll see ya in the lanes...
Thanks to Sammy & the crew @ Dallas Raceway for another spectacular event...the track was perfect! Congrats to the finalists and watch for more details & pics soon.
With only four races remaining, this weekend begins the final push for the 2011 Championship. Current points leaders, Larry Pearce in XTREME, and Donald Hughes in PRO, will be looking to extend their points lead while the other teams are trying to close the gap or just fill the spoiler role. Gates will open Friday nite @ 7:30pm for TNT.
Sad news to report. Our friend and long time supporter of the TPSA, Tim Murphy, passed away last week. Many of you will remember Tim and his family made the trip down from Indiana to Denton a few years ago to show us his FAB SHOP header line and to check out the racing first hand. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Tim's Murphy's arrangements: Visitation is Friday, September 9, 2011 - 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Erlewein Mortuary, 1484 W. US 40, Greenfield, IN 46140 Celebration of Life is Saturday, September 10, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. also at Erlewein Mortuary. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.erleweinmortuary.com or email condolences to sympathy@erleweinmortuary.com.
Would anyone have a older set of heads for sell? Got a friend looking for a good set of conventional heads for his mud drag truck. Thought maybe some of you EXTREME guys might have some shelved on a dusty spiderweb infested room in your ancient relics room....lol -- Steve Miller, 08/31/11 12:33pm
Just for my own personal knowledge, what was the verdict with rescheduling the Crandall race?? My thoughts; I say Halloween weekend! Two in a row to End the 2011 Season! -- Just wondering....., 08/26/11 12:33am
**Website Update** Ok boys & girls, the homepage has been updated....finally. It's set @ 1440x900 resolution which is too large for most smart phones...I'm working on that issue but I wanted to get something up ASAP. The hard drive crash destroyed a bunch of data stored over years. Yeah, I know I should have backed it all up but I didn't. Every page will have to be rebuilt one at a time. Next up is to get the points updated and the accutime sheets from HMP. Anyway, check it out, it's a work in progress... and if anyone out there wants to volunteer to take this project on just let me know. Thanks, -- DH, 08/24/11 8:04pm
Texas Pro Stock with S and S Index racing August 13 2011 -- NitroArtVideo, 08/16/11 1:00am
Texas Pro Stock with S and S Index racing August 13 2011 at HMP
***The computer I keep all of the TPSA "stuff" on crashed.*** The shop tells me it will be back up and running by the weekend. As soon as I get it back, the points, main page, & results will all be updated. The race report and pics from HMP will be posted ASAP. Thanks again to all of the TPSA teams that braved the heat and provided some awesome racing. Once again the Baker family, John Mandabach, and the staff @ HMP worked their magic and provided the best track possible under very hot conditions. We appreciate their continued support of the TPSA! -- DH, 08/15/11 9:26pm
Instant results...XTREME: Larry Pearce 4.66 over Joe Pigford 4.67. PRO...Lance Abbott 4.82 over Aaron Hubbard 4.83. Congrats to the winner's and all the TPSA teams! Thanks to the gang at HMP for their support of the TPSA! -- DH, 08/14/11 12:54am
HMP this Saturday....August 13th -- DH, 08/11/11 12:18pm
Gates open @ 5pm
Open TT's @ 6pm
Waiting on the official word regarding the schedule for us but I'm thinking 7-7:30pm for the first hit. Remember, they run a very tight program and expect us to turn the cars around in an hour or less. If your program requires a bunch of attention between passes, I'd recommend you're at the front of the lanes to maximize the available time between runs. Any updates will be posted here when available. Thanks,
shout out to Marvin Shaw -- mitchell, 08/ 3/11 5:40pm
Heard you been down, but not out, getting out of the hospital today. all the gang at TPSA wish you a fast recovery and get well soon!
Machinist Needed; -- Conrad Racing Engines, 07/28/11 1:04pm
must have skills building big block & small block chevys,plus skills running CK-10, boring bar,balancing machine,line hone,rod resizing.A minimum of 2 years experience on Bridgeport Mill,s doing your on set- ups.And 2 years experience on lathe.If you meet these requirements call Eddie Conrad @ 281 8206262.
***Team O Press Release*** -- DH, 07/13/11 12:37pm
Courtesy of ADRL
O’FALLON. MO – Looking to make a major impact in the American Drag Racing League’s (ADRL) Extreme Pro Stock class, Team “O” Motorsports is going with a major name in the Pro Stock world. The Texas-based team announced on Wednesday that it has named Pro Stock standout Dave Connolly as the driver of its Extreme Pro Stock car for this weekend’s Ford Drive One Summer Drags VII, which takes place Friday and Saturday at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park in Martin, Mich.
“We are completely thrilled to announce that Dave Connolly will be in the driver’s seat of the Capstone Fuel, Ranger Glass Pontiac GXP XPS car at the ADRL’s Martin, Mich. event, ” Team “O” Motorsports Marketing Representative Gary Lidiak said. “This is a tremendous opportunity for Dave and our team, and we can’t wait to race this weekend in Michigan.”
With wins at 14 different NHRA tracks and 22 Pro Stock victories to his credit, the talented Connolly is one of the most successful young drivers in drag racing today. His first national event win came in 2004 and his five straight victories in 2007 in the NHRA’s Pro Stock class was the second-longest consecutive win streak in PS history, making him one of only four drivers in the class to post five straight wins. Connolly has 26 NHRA national event wins overall across three different classes. Now, the ultra-talented Ohio native will test his skills in the competitive Extreme Pro Stock class in the world’s premier eighth-mile drag racing league.
Already boasting a host of talented drivers in the rapidly-expanding class, Connolly is looking forward to the opportunity to compete in XPS. “I think it’s going to be a lot of fun to experience the difference in a Mountain Motor Pro Stock car versus a 500-inch Pro Stock car,” Connolly said. “These cars and drivers in the Extreme Pro Stock class are impressive, but I’m ready and excited. “We’re certainly hoping to make the most of everything this weekend in Martin. It’s going to be an enjoyable experience racing in the ADRL for the first time.”
Team “O” manager Jeff Owen was first introduced to Connolly more than five years ago and team owner Richard Otwell was recently forced to search for a driver for the Ford Drive One Summer Drags VII after an unexpected business commitment. With Team “O” member Jeff Naiser busy with his successful Pro Nitrous car, Owen made the call to Connolly, who was excited to be on board.
“We’re relative newcomers to the XPS class and its style of racing, but we hope to continue to learn at a rapid rate while also representing our marketing partners Capstone Fuel and Ranger Glass,” Lidiak said. “We’ve done a lot of testing and it has gone very, very well. The ADRL gives XPS teams an amazing platform to compete and we are looking forward to a great event.”
Good luck to Team O & Dave this weekend. We'll be rooting for ya on the 'net!
Larry Morgan -- Mitchell, 06/30/11 2:01pm
How about that Larry Morgan!! - Before you start... i saw the E.T. but a round win is a round win. Keep It up Larry!
***For those of you out there that are gluttons for punishment... click on either the Malone's GTO, or the Ford of the Jeffrey Roger (10-4) Mitchell/Beck Team for the Pit Pundit's report from Event #6 @ Evadale, June 18th. Smoking jackets and a glass of sherry are optional..***
Normally, I don't forward many emails I get but this one is very interesting and has some unique and unusual facts... plus with the racing luck Team Hub has had this year, we could use the $$$....:)
THIS IS THE ONLY TIME WE WILL SEE THIS IN OUR LIFETIMES.
This year, July has 5 Fridays, 5 Saturdays and 5 Sundays. This happens once every 823 years. This is called money bags.
This year we're going to experience four unusual dates.
1/1/11, 1/11/11, 11/1/11, 11/11/11 and that's not all...
Take the last two digits of the year in which you were born - now add the age you will be this year. The results will be 111 for everyone in whole world. This is the year of the Money!!!
Based on Chinese Feng Shui, the proverb goes that if you send this to eight good friends, money will appear in the next four days. Those who don't continue the chain won't receive.
***A quick shout out to my bud, EE, for a great runner up finish @ Bristol! Vic and the crew had her Cobalt running hard and Erica did a great job all day behind the wheel, defeating Morgan, Krisher, and A. Johnson, the latter two on holeshots, enroute to the final to race Edwards. EE had .05 in the bank when the tree went green, but tire shake forced her to abort the run. Would have been a nice bonus to give pappa Gregg a "Wally" for father's day, and be the first female to win in NHRA P/S, but it was still an outstanding day. Congrats to the entire team! -- DH, 06/21/11 7:35pm
I deleted the previous posts regarding a make up race because I misunderstood the intent of what Rick said. Here are the facts and the most current info:
1) The TPSA season ends October 31 as stated @ the Banquet.
2) We will not race in July as Derryl and his wife have surgery planned and a couple of teams booked vacations around our schedule. All of these folks made it a point to verify that we would not race in July a few weeks ago.
3) I like the idea of double points but I think it needs to be in place at the beginning of the season so everyone knows about it in advance and can plan accordingly. Definitely something to think about and a probable addition for the 2012 season.
4) We are working on a couple of possibilites right now for a make up event. I will email the teams with info and get their input as needed. Before a make up race is scheduled all of the teams input will be considered and a decision will be made that is as fair as possible to all concerned.
5) Any schedule change/update will be posted here after the teams are notified by email.
That's it for now. Questions or comments please call or email me so we can discuss it. Thanks,
The heat was miserable until the sun went down, then actually it wasn't too bad. The decision to run the event after dark was well received by everyone even though it made for a late nite. Fred, Chris, and the crew had the track in amazing shape, especially considering the heat. Even after a substantial oil down in the left lane they were able to bring it back around where the lanes weren't an issue.
"Teams" dominated Evadale with Team O continuing their early season dominance of XTREME, while the Hill Country Boyz squared off in the PRO final! Larry Pearce leads the XTREME points going into the summer break, while Donald Hughes extended his points lead in PRO. Most of the teams seem to be ready to take advantage of the short break during the heat and get a chance to regroup for the final push toward the 2011 Championship run.
Thanks to the Bruce family, Fred, Chris, Bill, and the entire staff @ Evadale, and of course, to the fans that came out and supported us. Be sure to stop by www.texasborderlinephotography.com and check out the pics...buy a couple of your favortites while you're there! Thanks Larry for coming out and gettin' the shots and for providing the above pics!
Points, and results pages have been updated and the homepage will be soon. Watch for a race report and more pics soon...
Had a good time last night even though it was HOT and muggy!!! Rolled into the house at 6am this morning, everyone have a good break and thanks David for all the hard work you do. -- Steve Miller, 06/19/11 10:38am
It's time to saddle up, hit the trail, load the wagons, get a move on, slap leather... whatever sayin' you choose, it's time for Race #6 @ Ben Bruce Memorial aka Evadale Raceway this Saturday, June 18th. The Bruce family, Fred, the Evadale staff, and the great East Texas fans are ready for some TPSA action. This is our last event before the summer break, and winner's will have bragging rights 'till the next event in August!
Judging by the weather forecast, you can pack pretty lite..probably safe to leave the parka at home, but you might want to leave a windbreaker in the closet for when it cools down after the sun goes down :) Hill Country Boyz are rollin' out tomorrow afternoon, and the Ford plans to be there early as well. TPSA teams can camp Friday nite and get in early Saturday so come on out join the bench racing, hang out, or just relax before the action starts Saturday nite! See ya in the lanes..
I wanted to share this email from Steve Miller, the driver of the WinMil GTO, with his extended TPSA family and fans. In it he speaks of his daugher Shelby's commitment to softball and her team's recent success. As a parent of a kid who dedicated all of his youth & young adult years playin' stick & ball sports & racing, I fully understand Steve's pride and devotion to Shelby's efforts. It takes a tremendous amount of support and sacrifice on the parent's part as well... but it's time well spent with family and memories they wouldn't trade for anything! Congrat's to the Miller family on a job well done! -- DH, 06/14/11 12:51pm
David, here's a picture of my daughter playing softball. As you can tell we are proud of her accomplishments because we realize how hard she has worked and how many weekends and days she has sacrificed to be where she is now. There were lots of days she missed doing other things while we were playing all over, as anyone with kids playing travel ball would understand. Looking forward to this weekend getting back in the seat and trying to catch up in the points. Thanks Steve Miller
Looking forward to returning to the 'Dale this weekend. Sorry I missed the last race but my daughters high school softball team made it to the state finals. They lost in the semi's but she went 4-4 in the batters box and pitched the final 3 1/3 innings with 1 hit and 5K's, just a little late. The 4-4 tied a record in the state tourney so she got her name in the record books. Back to racing, I can't miss no more this year as them dang Hillcountry Boyz seem to keep putting links on me in the points.....LOL Anyways have a safe haul and see yall this weekend. Get Well Big Tom!!!! -- Steve Miller, 06/13/11 6:06am
***Latest News on Tommy Costales' condition*** -- DH, 06/12/11 5:18pm
Just spoke with Tommy and there's been a change in the treatment plan. The back specialist is postponing the planned surgery and is fitting TC with a back brace and prescribing rest at home. His progress and pain management will be closely monitored over the next several weeks while the Doctors continue to evaluate the best long term solution for his injury.
***RACE REPORT FROM EVENT #5....HMP...June 6th*** -- ., 06/11/11 8:37pm
Since the Pit Pundit is taking some time off, a "guest pen" offered to sidle up to the keyboard and give it a shot...did a fine job too! Thanks for contributing and come back anytime! If there's anyone else out there that would like to do a race report or contribute to the message board content all ya gotta do is give ol' DH a holler.
Several teams rolled into the gates of Houston Motorsports Park on Friday evening, in an effort to get a jump start on preparations for the 5th race of the 2011 season. Knowing the conditions would be very different from the last race, several teams got in a few laps to get ready for the following evenings race.
The weather in Houston was very typical of a summer day, with high temperatures all week hovering around the 100* mark. Everyone knew there wouldn’t be any records set this weekend, as this was our first taste of warm weather racing for the year.
As qualifying began, the conditions were in the 2500’ DA range, with the temp in the low 90’s and humidity around 30%. Low qualifying honors went to Team O President Richard Otwell with a 4.597 in the Xtreme class, and Lance Abbott grabbed the pole in the Pro class with a stout 4.796.
Xtreme 1st Round… The first pair fired up and rolled through the water box, and in a rematch of last race’s first round, it would feature Larry Pearce and Rick Hanson. Both of these teams have had their share of “work” this season, and Hanson’s struggles would continue as his off pace 4.93 would fall victim to Pearce’s 4.64 at 151.21 mph. Hang in there Rick, that hot rod will come around. 2nd pair would feature the heavyweight contenders Joe Pigford and Richard Otwell. Otwell tuned by Billy Stocklin, and Pigford tuned by Chad Rodgers, would ensure that these hotrods would leave nothing on the table. These two have had their share of battles, and this race would not disappoint as Joe’s 4.639 at 148.22 would turn on the win light, in a holeshot win, as Richards 4.588 at 151.57 would not be enough to run down Pigford’s stellar .017 reaction time. Otwell would set top speed of the race in a losing effort. 3rd and final pair would feature Rick Cowger and Roy Pigford. Both of these teams are hungry for a win, and this should be an exciting race, but as the cars stage, Roy’s GXP leaves before the tree is activated, and turns on the win light in Cowger’s lane. Rick runs it to about 600’ and shuts her down to a 4.62 at 142.63.
Pro 1st Round… Newcomers Robert Malone, running out of the Team O stables, would debut his GTO against the young veteran Aaron Hubbard. Burnouts complete and as the cars prepare to stage, something is apparently wrong with Hubbard’s hot rod. Robert would win his first round of competition with a 4.82 at 138.21, as Aaron sat silently on the starting line. Back in the pits the gremlin was found to be a deteriorating fuel line causing problems with the carburetor. 2nd pair to fire up would be the Abbott Racing Heads entry with son Lance at the wheel, against the lone Ford driven by Bill Beck. Beck would leave first, but his 4.92 could not hold off the hard charging pick up truck, and Lance would advance to the semis with another great pass of 4.78 at 146.06 mph. Donald Hughes would draw the bye run, and shuts off to a 6.02 saving some c-25 for the semis.
Xtreme Semis… Joe Pigford would square off against current points leader Larry Pearce, and the two were pretty evenly matched on paper. Burnouts completed, and both stage without drama, and in a very good ol’ drag race Joe turns on the win light with a 4.645 at 150.10 mph to Pearce’s 4.646 at 151.11 mph. Rick Cowger would get the bye run, and give son and tuner, Kevin Cowger, a chance to see what kind of aggression the Dean Baker prepped surface could handle. Rick launched, wheels up and shut it off about 200’ out and would coast into the finals where he would meet Joe Pigford.
Pro Semis… Robert Malone, the newcomer, the rookie, the new guy, as some called him, would square off against another seasoned veteran Donald Hughes. These two cars looked pretty evenly matched on paper, and the car that left first and green would probably get the green here. Robert rolls into the water and gives his best John Force effort in the burnout, while Donald does a short and easy burnout and prepares to stage. As the tree goes green, Hughes is out first with a huge holeshot, and Malone would need a monster run to catch him. Scoreboard lights up on Donald’s side with a holeshot win with his 4.86 beating Malone’s 4.81 at 141.78 mph. Malone got a lot of advice and encouragement after the race, and we look forward to having his team race with us in the future. Lance Abbott, driving the long haul from west Texas, would get the bye, and runs another 4.78 to advance into the finals.
Xtreme Finals… Joe Pigford had single handedly defeated 2/3 of the Team O xtreme entries, and would match up against the C&W team with Rick Cowger at the wheel. Could Joe stop all three NRC/Slick Rick Racing Heads entries with his Reher-Morrison powered machine, and collect his first win of the year? He certainly had momentum on his side, but the Cowger team were plenty hungry for a win as well. This would certainly provide all the ingredients for a great final round matchup. Both cars fire and complete side by side smoky burnouts, and both stage without trouble. Green flashes and Joe is first off the line, but the red machine of Cowger’s is charging hard. Would he have enough racetrack to run down Joe? Rick catches him and lights the scoreboard with low et of the race, a 4.587 at 151.06 mph to Joe’s 4.627 150.00 mph. The celebration on the starting line was something to see, as the Cowger-Wood team enjoyed their first win as a team, and Rick Cowger’s first win since the 2004 season.
Pro Finals… Donald Hughes and Lance Abbott would square off in the Pro Finals, and with both drivers having the reputation of being able to saw the tree down, we knew this would be a great drag race. Donald being helped this weekend by the Robinson and Wilkerson team, and Lance with father Kenneth’s help, would fire em’ up and roll into the water. Burnouts complete, and both drivers stage, Donald gets the slight starting line advantage, but the truck is charging hard. Lance drives around and takes the win with a 4.75 at 146.10 mph, low et of the event. Donald posts a 4.83 at 144.60 mph, and leaves with the points lead.
A great night of racing, wonderful track prep from the Baker family and crew, and awesome fans made this a night to remember for many of us.
Thanks again to the Bakers and HMP for allowing us to be part of their program.
***Update on Tommy Costales*** -- DH, 06/11/11 3:56pm
Friday afternoon after work & headed to the house, Tommy was involved in a wreck on I-45 near Almeda Genoa. He was running about 45mph in the only lane that was moving to due a stalled car/crash on the shoulder, when a large roll back wrecker darted into his lane. TC struck the rt ft door and ft wheel of the wrecker and was propelled into the guard rail. The wrecker driver was ticketed while TC was transported to the Clear Lake Hospital with a compression fracture of a vertabra in his lower back near the beltline.
Big Tom is scheduled for surgery on Monday and the reports are it's a fairly minor surgery (if anything can be minor where your back is concerned!) with a very high success rate. Most patients are up and walking the day of the procedure.
When I spoke to him this afternoon, he was already tired of being in the hospital but seemed in good spirits overall.. obviously he is on pain meds at this time, but he was still TC. Please keep Tommy, Cindy, and the extended Costales family in your thoughts and prayers, and we hope for a speedy & full recovery for Tommy!
I WANT TO THAT MY SON KEVIN FOR HIS GREAT TUNE UP AND HARD WORK. HE HAS REALLY BEEN WORKING HARD ON OUR NEW RIDE. OMY GREAT PARTNER AND CREW FOR THE HARD WORK AND SUPORT. TEAMO FOR ALL THERE HELP. REALLY WAS NICE TO SEE A WINNER CIRCLE AGAIN BEEN A WHILE. THANKS EVERYONE SEE YA NEXT WEEK AT EVADALE -- RICK, 06/ 7/11 8:16am
Team Cowger/Wood, and Team O member Rick Cowger in the chair, won their first TPSA race as a team @ HMP. Rick is no stranger to the Winner's Circle as the driver for the old G&G TPSA team, but had not been able to score for his new team. The NRC/Slick Rick powered teammates sat atop the leaderboard with Cowger's 4.5874 being low et of the event, and Richard Otwell's 151.57 setting the mph mark. Richard also ran a very close 4.5881. Meanwhile, teammate Larry Pearce continues to lead the XTREME points battle. Team O's tuner/advisor Bill Stocklin generally avoids the spotlite but the progress the team has made this year is very evident to the rail birds.
The "Pig Pen's", Joe Pigford, rebounded with a runner up finish and collected the Team O "Bounty" on current points leader, Larry Pearce. Joe posted a 151.52 that was oh so close to top mph.
The Abbott family made the long tow from West Texas worthwhile with the PRO Win.
Donald & HR Hughes made another final round appearance and took command of the PRO points lead at HMP. Making the trip to lend a hand was the Robinson/Wilkerson Team. The R/W team expect their Firebird to be ready for the PRO wars soon.
Great job by all of the TPSA teams that braved the first true "summer" conditions of the year, and provided a great race! And a warm welcome to the newest Team O member, the Malone family, and their GTO to the PRO ranks. Robert went to the semi's in his 1st TPSA outing.
Thanks to the Baker family, John Mandabach, and the staff @ HMP for allowing us to be part of their program, and to the fans that always support the TPSA. We also appreciate Randy Elliott and Austin for coming out to man the scales and generally provide help where needed.
The homepage, results, and points pages are all updated for your enjoyment.
The Ford guys are already there, Cowger, and Pearce are scheduled to tnt tonite, Team O says they don't need to waste no stinking fuel on tnt... they're already set on Kill, rumor has a new helper/tuner for Team Pig this weekend, Team Hanson should be there, last report had Abbott bringin' the West Texas Thunder, Malone's a maybe depending on tnt tonite, Team WinMil's ready, DH and the Boxman are headin' down tonite. It ain't that hot for Houston in June so get on out there and watch 'em get it on! Gates open @ 5pm on Saturday with TT's set to go off around 7pm. -- ., 06/ 3/11 3:39pm
June 4th Race -- Dave D, 05/31/11 4:22pm
Sorry guys I had planned on running the event Saturday, but I have the engine down and my sponsor called wanting the car on display all weekend at another event. New sponsor is working out great and look foward to running with everyone later this year..once we get a couple more bugs worked out. The engine is just a check on wear patterns, nothing is broke and everything looks good.
***Congrats*** to Aaron Hubbard on his win today at the AMA National Motocross held at Freestone County MX, in Wortham, Texas. While most of us were grilling and chillin' under the a/c, "Double A" grabbed the holeshot in both motos and led every lap in the 100* heat. Aaron last competed in the AMA back in 2001, and is considering another run at a National Championship in the near future.
**First Look... Team O's new TPSA PRO entry*** -- ., 05/23/11 11:53pm Team O's Saturday Press Release:
"Team "O" Motorsports welcomes Robert Malone. Robert has been helping out around the shop and on the ADRL Pro Stock effort for the past year. The monday after the Natls at Baytown, he got is first taste of driving - little chevy II with a mild bbc. Looked like a natural, no probs in burnout, staging, and goes an early shutoff 10.30 1/4 mile. By the end of the day he had a good experience of the game - kicking the rods out in the burnout for the fourth pass! Welcome to drag racing! So in progressing towards the goal of going fast he decides its time for a car of his own - Team O knows where one is, so after a few phone calls and a wire transfer - the familiar GTO is on its way back to the Houston area. Roberts immediate plans are to wear out this motor running the PRO class of Texas Pro Stock and just getting seat time and familiarizing a new crew to the maintenance and preparation to run a car. The future plans are to ramp up the power and run a faster class. Team "O" Motorsports welcomes Robert and his family and are glad to help him reach his goals while having alot of fun! Maiden 60 footers are on the schedule for tonight at Houston Motorsports Park! C ya in the lanes.
Team "O" Motorsports"
Pics are of the maiden voyages @ HMP on Saturday. All went well and 60' times look promising. Welcome to Robert, his family, and crew, and if testing continues to go well, perhaps we'll see them in the lanes @ HMP on the 4th!
The racing community lost a very dear, close friend early this morning when Lynn Nickerson lost his long and couragous battle with cancer. -- DH, 05/20/11 8:18pm
Lynn has been a huge part of my family's racing for decades. Long before he gained nationwide notoriety he was announcing local events... specifically motocross. He perfected his trademark smooth style and perhaps was best known for his incredible ability to recall the smallest intimate detail of all the racers and crews from a seemingly limitless memory. This trait personified his long announcing career.
Lynn announced many of my MX/SX races in my "2nd" motorcycle career and almost all of my son's battles through the years. From Aaron's early local races, to later in the National wars, AMA, GNC, NMA, and many others, it was thrilling to hear Lynn do the play by play and interview Aaron on the podium. If it was a big race, Lynn was there to call it. More importantly, his positive influence on a group of young racers can't be overstated.
It wasn't too many years until the NHRA and other "big time" opportunities came along for Lynn. I was honored that he was there to announce my modest victories in drag racing, particularly the larger event wins and Championship Banquets. After Aaron's motorcycle career was over, it was very special for Kay and I to hear Lynn announcing Super Comp at the NHRA Divisionals and Nationals that Aaron competed in. We made plans every year for Lynn to MC the TPSA Banquet but it never happened.. his busy schedule or illness always seemed to thwart the best laid plans.
May Lynn's family, friends, and extended racing family find solace in that Lynn no longer suffers and that they are in our hearts and prayers.
Congrats to the Winners and new record holders and our special thanks to Sammy and the entire crew at Dallas Raceway.. you really outdid yourself this time! Thanks to all of the fans that came out to support the TPSA and Dallas Raceway, and to all of the teams for making the tow & the show! Randy Elliott once again made the drive to man the scales and lend a hand where needed. We appreciate it "Dandy"!
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As advertised, the race @ Crandall was nothing short of spectacular! The only folks disappointed will be the ones that didn't witness the event in person. The TPSA ET record was re-set three times during the event, and the old MPH record fell as well! The "air" conditions weren't that extraordinary, but the track prep by Sammy, Chad, Big Hoss, and the crew... well, the numbers speak for themselves. Thanks to the entire crew @ Crandall for providing us a perfect playground!
For you stats hounds and early birds, the result & points pages have been updated. Photo's and the Pundit's musings will be coming ASAP.
CONGRATS -- Kim Naiser, 05/15/11 12:40pm
Congrats to Richard & team on your win !!
Larry & team for the runner up !
And Cowger/Woods & team for the new record!!
TPSA teams that arrive for Friday's TNT will be allowed to spend the nite. Early entry Saturday is not available! The Hill Country Boyz & a couple of other teams plan to roll out tonite, so come on out and meet us there. Looks like it's gonna be a perfect weekend for some serious drag racing! -- ., 05/13/11 11:30am
Sammy & Big Hoss must have paid off the weatherman! What a beautiful forecast and hp should be on tap. Friday nite TNT gates open @ 7pm and Saturday the gates will swing open @ 5pm with TPSA's 1st qualifier around 7pm. Larry Pearce has the points lead in XTREME but NRC/Slick Rick teammates Otwell & Cowger are hot on his heels! Joe & Roy Pigford with their R-M bullets are ready to make a move, and Hanson & DH won't go down ez.
Over in PRO, Aaron Hubbard has a small lead over fellow Hill Country Boy, Donald Hughes, and the WinMil Team of Gary Winscott & Steve Miller have been in the last two finals! You don't want to miss this one... the "air" conditions are probably the best we'll see until October and you know the track prep will be flawless. Who'll be #1 Qualifier and will the records fall??.... -- ., 05/13/11 12:40am
Is TPSA really THIS BORING ???? Somebody stir up some CRAP or tell a LIE or something !!! Did anybody see Boss Hog push RO's car into the pit wall on Saturday at Darlington ??? Looked like ole' RO was fixin' to open a can of WHOP ASS on "tha' Hog" !!! LOL Aah wait a minute ...... may be that was Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick ???? Good story anyway. -- Red Headed Stepchild (Eatin' tha' Mushrooms), 05/ 9/11 2:46pm
Richard Otwell -- Trent, 05/10/11 5:38pm
I'm looking to get a hold of Richard Otwell. If any one can help me out thank you. My # 210-260-4603 email trentwilson430y@yahoo.com
The staging lane Director @ Dallas Raceway, aka, Big Hoss, got a photo op and a chance to hang out with his favorite NHRA P/S driver, Erica Enders, friday @ the O'Reilly Nat's. -- DH, 04/30/11 2:23pm
Also seen strolling thru the pits were TPSA regulars Jr. Wilkerson, Joe Pigford, Merv Davis, Randy Elliott & Austin, takin' in some NHRA action. Jeff Mitchell, Margarette Mitchell, Harrison Mitchell, Michell Beck, & Tom Hoosier, were manning the Andeler Power booth making sure that drag racing fans DON'T PAY TOO MUCH for their electricity by making the switch to Andeler.
Nickens Talley Report -- THE BUD-MAN, 04/28/11 9:47pm
fOUND OUT TODAY NO MAJOR DAMAGE TO THE CHASSIS ONLY COSMETIC BRUISES. ALREADY ORDERED SOME PARTS AND GETTING STARTED NEXT WEEK. SEE YOU GUYS AT THE TRACK !!!!!!!!!!!
The long awaited MSD Power Grid system is slated to be readily available & shipped shortly to the general public. MSD advertises this unit to "take racing on the dots to a new level", and available modules make it possible to set rev limits on a time based or slew rate, and other features are available on this unit that aren't currently available. In addition, MSD has a very aggressive R&D program and plans to introduce several new modules in the near future.
The Power Grid will not be legal for TPSA competition until the new unit can be evaluated by our electronics experts/advisors and the Dictators can review the results and data. The TPSA is following the NHRA, and IHRA policy at this time as the Power Grid is not legal in any of the PRO classes at their events.
I plan to get an email out to the members tonite, but please help pass the word. Contact me with any questions or comments. Thanks,
***Fans & racers headed out to Royal Purple Raceway (formerly known as HRP) for this weekend's O'Reilly Nationals will see a familiar face during the pre-race ceremonies. Among the event dignitaries will be TPSA's very own Rick Hanson. Our congrats to Rick for being selected for this honor! -- DH, 04/27/11 12:07pm
For those that may not recognize the face, everyone knows the Hanson family's "Black Beauty" 'Vette!
Jay Costales running Top Fuel??? -- web surfer, 04/26/11 8:30am
According to the subtitle on the video spot shot at Evadale for 12 News beaumont that is! LOL! If you wanna see a nice plug for our june race there - go to sports section and look for Evadale dragstrip video link
A lil late but wanted to thank everyone for putting on such a great race on the 16th. I hated to see Buddy crash into the wall like that and I almost jumped the wall but a car can be fixed and just glad he didnt get hurt and walked away from it. Couldnt stay for the whole race but got some great pics and video and just now got to a computer to be able to upload them to Facebook. Will post some on here as well. I loved the great turnout of cars and cant wait to see you guys at the next race at Evadale. Thanks again to all the racers as well as the crews and those that helped in any way -- Phillip Haynes, 04/24/11 12:35am
Fred & the crew had the track in terrific condition and had some chamber of commerce weather in store for the TPSA event on Saturday. Several personal bests were achieved in the cool, dry air and we saw some new faces in the final rounds and winner's circle. Congrats to Team O on their win, and to Donald the "Boxman" Hughes for his win in the PRO class.
Our thanks to the Bruce family, Fred the "Earl" of Evadale, the entire staff @ the 'Dale, and those great east Texas fans that come out to support the track & the TPSA!
Points, results, and homepage have been updated, and watch for a race report soon..
fiasco -- Gary, 04/17/11 1:09pm
My appologies to everyone involved including track personel for my starting line fiasco at the Dale. When our backup procedure went awry from the start,I made it worse trying to fix it. After finally getting the car straight, I was so flustered and embarrassed I left the burnout limit switch on. I take responsibility for the delay to our opponent but it certainly was not intentional. Thanks, Gary
Congrads to team Cowger and Woods on the nice 455 passes in new car, Team has worked real hard to get to that point, Hope that bullet not hurt to bad and you are able to return, -- Racer, 04/20/11 8:18am
IHRA @ Crandall
My hero from the 70's. Tried to fashion our Vega after his in '75, never came close...Way behind him. Godspeed Grump. Gary (NT) -- Gary Winscott, 03/29/12 12:33pm
Pig's Progress -- Boss Hog (Makin' LONG Laps), 03/ 6/12 9:46am 
Gonna' give it the "Ole' College Try" DH. If you guys are wanting to run your cars, get'um legal and come on in. The waters been fine so far. (NT) -- Porky Pig, 03/ 7/12 7:34pm
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OOOPS....good catch! Points and finishing order are correct just missed changing the position number. It's corrected now as is Hanson's which I had also missed. (NT) -- DH, 10/25/11 1:25pm
I'm going to say NO (Bold Statement). Even though temps. will be in the 50's after dark, humidity will be higher than at Crandall and the track at Evadale is just not as fast as Crandall (in my opinion). Could be wrong though, Kevin has got that Cowger/Woods Cobalt flyin' right now. Of course they're not the only one's makin' enough steam to run to the front right now so I guess we'll just have to wait and see ??? (NT) -- "X" (Pondering the Possibilities), 10/20/11 2:22pm
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(NT) -- HMP, 08/11/11 4:29pm
approved clyinder heads and intakes/texas pro stock -- robin rogerson, 08/ 2/11 5:20pm
