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Re: 2009 - SS/AH - Super Stock
[Re: genuinerocker]
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01/11/09 12:18 AM
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sunroofgtx
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Speaking of the 09 season, the Vegas Shootout is the same weekend as Cajun Sportsnationals in Belle Rose La. Vegas has a Shootout posted but no purse size. I heard from Mr. Tueton there was a shootout but I can not find official info. Anyone in the know?
Vegas has yet to post the purse for Hemi Shoot-out, but Nitro Joe, Phil Painter and his staff sure do a bang-up job with the entire week-end with the way they run the show and treat the Super Stock Hemi Shoot-out guys.
I hear that Chrysler is only going to sponsor the shoot-out at Indy... and no other shoot-outs... Not even sure if that is true, and who knows where they (Chrysler) will be come Labor Day week-end?.....
I have been in lenthy conversations with Charlie Blankenship @ CC Events and he will also hold a Hemi-Shoot-out at Norwalk as he has for the past 2 seasons.. He has an interest in hosting the SuperStock /AH/AA guys at all his events if sponsorship can be found to pay a decent purse.
The event dates are as follows:
May 15-17 Columbus Ohio, National Trails
June 19-21 Pittsburgh Raceway Park (Alexadria PA.)
July 18-19 Martin MI. US 131
Sept. 11-13 Norwalk Ohio
A few things to consider: Are any of these dates in conflict with NHRA points events for SS/AA ? and are there any guys here on this post that have any ideas for a sponsorship for such a series.
Any suggestions or ideas are welcomed and you can PM me with info if you want.
We had talked about a gambler type race format with the SS/AA guys paying an entry that went directly to the purse., but have since, reconsidered and felt we need to explore some other options for sponsorship.
I like to think that we could help promote the Class and give it "Headline status" at CC Events, improving upon the fan base and creating more exposure and fan interest.... The real issue comes down to finding the bucks to able and put it on...While I beleive that SS/AA may bring in spectators, it would take time to build a following that would help pay the purse, just the way the economy is right now...I am sure every one has some ideas on this... lets hear them.......
We have been trying to be some sort of sponsor with Charlie for 3 years now. We are currently the title sponsors for several races this year, including Fords at the Summit. It's not cheap, but being the title sponsor is well worth the advertising. We feel we'd like to be some sort of sponsor for the Hemi series, especially large bonus's if the winner is wearing our FireCore50 igntion wires. Our wires are on some of the quickest cars on this and other website forums. The wires have proven themselves time and time again. We'd rather help with the Hemi guys, but also offered to be the Pro Class sponsor. No calls. No biggie, we found other venues, but it would have been nice . We started with Chryslers. 
Join the quickest team in motorsports. Team FireCore. CustomWiresets.com
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Re: 2009 - SS/AH - Super Stock
[Re: welkerm]
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01/11/09 01:00 AM
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JulieJordan
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My car is finally done and ready to race in Div. 1. 4 speed car, because real race cars have three pedals. Let me know what you think.
Congratulations! I know you've been working on your project for a while now. Good luck to you and the car looks great!
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Re: 2009 - SS/AH - Super Stock
[Re: 68CudaB1]
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01/11/09 10:46 AM
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Spyphish
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I believe he will, time will tell.
CALMED THE QUAKE!!!(AGAIN!)
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Re: 2009 - SS/AH - Super Stock
[Re: warfish]
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01/18/09 04:14 PM
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here are the pics I promised. I have 4 of these done.
hemimilita.com
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Re: 2009 - SS/AH - Super Stock
[Re: 68Fastback]
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01/18/09 05:08 PM
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yes, it takes an 80# piece of 6x6x25 to make one. It takes about 8hrs on the mill right now.
cw
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Re: 2009 - SS/AH - Super Stock
[Re: mr_340]
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01/18/09 06:07 PM
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JulieJordan
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What happened to the West Coast Hemis team?
Haven't heard much about them lately.
Julie said her dad had some health issues the last couple of years. I hope Harry can get well and come to Belle Rose again this year. He's one of the nicest guys I've met in racing.
Dad is doing well. Cars are in our shop ready to race. We haven't heard from Michael Ogburn since October so I have no idea what, if any, race plans are in the works.
Charlie, I see you've been having fun with your new toy!
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Re: 2009 - SS/AH - Super Stock
[Re: JulieJordan]
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01/19/09 01:11 AM
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Between a rock & a hard place
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What happened to the West Coast Hemis team?
Haven't heard much about them lately.
Julie said her dad had some health issues the last couple of years. I hope Harry can get well and come to Belle Rose again this year. He's one of the nicest guys I've met in racing.
Dad is doing well. Cars are in our shop ready to race. We haven't heard from Michael Ogburn since October so I have no idea what, if any, race plans are in the works.
Charlie, I see you've been having fun with your new toy!
Glad to know Happy Harry is doing well. He is...well Harry is a gem! Actually few words can describe him. I met him the first time in the early 90's and he acted like we were life long buddies. I think of him often..I need go by and see him.
Julie, what the heck?? You haven't heard from Ogburn since October??????
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Re: 2009 - SS/AH - Super Stock
[Re: pfm]
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01/19/09 12:04 PM
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What happened to the West Coast Hemis team?
Haven't heard much about them lately.
One is racing. I see Jerry Jenkins is entered at Pomona. 
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Re: 2009 - SS/AH - Super Stock
[Re: cudadoug]
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01/19/09 12:07 PM
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JC Childress
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I called and talked to Charlie the other day when he was working on this intake and he took the time to stop and talk to me about my super stock engine ! I know he catches flack on here for telling it like it is, but I've talked to him just a couple times and hes always been super friendly. I have several friends in the SS/AH ranks and I love the competition among them, but I gotta say....I have the UTMOST respect for Charlie and his dad. Charlie and I are about the same age and I wish I knew half of what he knows. Hes a neat guy and a straight shooter and I like that.
Best of luck to everyone in SS/AH this coming year. I hope its another awesome year for everyone.
J.C. Childress
(434) 665-9541
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Re: 2009 - SS/AH - Super Stock
[Re: JC Childress]
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01/19/09 01:28 PM
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hope to have mine ready this spring also. Dyno
