NMRA Atco 2009 Event Coverage

[mark@stangtv]

The racers of the NMRA have had a month off to fine tune their Bradenton combinations and it is time to roll into Atco, New Jersey for the second stop of the NMRA racing season. Stop by all weekend for top notch video and editorial coverage that is all made possible by our new event sponsor - SCT Performance. Check them out at www.sctflash.com.



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[mark@stangtv]

The track is been trying to figure out their internet connection problems, though they are unsure if they will be able to get it running by the end of the weekend. Unfortunately, this will delay our coverage of the race.

[SwillRacer]

I'll bet it works back at your hotel!!

[mark@stangtv]

Yeap, that is where Matt will be doing all the updates tonight!

[Matt@TMKPhoto]

Thank you to everyone that has been patient throughout our battle with the lack of internet at the track. The rest of the coverage will continue as follows. Special thanks to SCT Performance for making this coverage possible

The morning started out sort of overcast with the threat of rain all around. The Atco triangle is known for its odd weather pattern and this weeknd seems that it will be no different. The gates were lined with rigs bright and early waiting to be parked and as the trailers opened up the preporations began for the days activities.


The Atco sign drew a slew of local race fans even with the threat of rain

[Matt@TMKPhoto]

As I scoured the pits their was plenty of action early with many racers working to prepare for the test & tune session that will be run later today. Many drivers were delighted to see that the skies seemed to be clearing as the morning moved on and hopefully there will be plenty of racing to go around.


The Champ John Urist waited in the tech line and feels very confident about his chances here today.


Enzo Pecchini is debuting a new air intake setup designed by Mike Duffy and Panhandle Performance.


The team of Joe Tomas and Yanni Papakosmas are making a converter change after testing earlier in the week and hope this will be the combination they are looking for.


Anthony Dissomma made the short trip to Atco with a brand new body on his car and it now sports a beautiful orange paint job with a Ford Hemi under the hood.

[Matt@TMKPhoto]

The call bellowed from the tower for cars to head to the lanes and it may have been a sign as the skies cleared and the sun shined bright. A pleasant sight for racers as they filled the staging lanes for three hours of testing to be followed by first round qualifying later tonight.


It appears that the converter change by Yanni Papakosmas was in the right direction but the car hazed the tires violently on the first run.


Don Bowles has his Maverick figured out and leaving hard as is evident by the wheels up launches.


Keith Neal made a nice clean pass early on and lifted at the top end coasting to 7.32@160mph


Pure Streets Jimmy Wilson was experiencing some hood latch issues as his car launched hard and carried the wheels well past sixty feet.

[Matt@TMKPhoto]

The first round of qualifying got started at 7pm and with the air temperature dropping so will the track . The drivers that I have spoke with are excited about the opportunity to have a shot at good air for this session.


Drag Radial finds a familiar face at the front of the pack in Jason Lee


This Mustang out of maryland is making only its second pass ever since being completed by HFR Fabrication. Look for more on this one tomorrow.


Robbie Blankenship made a strong effort by running a 8.64@155mph.


Keith Neal laid down the only six second pass of the night in Pro Outlaw as Murillo was having transmission troubles and Millen drifted out of the groove around 100ft out.

Unfortunately I do not have the qualifying sheets but I will try and get them in the morning and post them from my phone. Thanks Matt

[Matt@TMKPhoto]

Well as at any NMRA event wheelstands are the crowd pleaser and today was no different for the fans. Here are a few of the best..Enjoy.










Last but not least it was the "Thriller" Jet Dragster to close out the night.

[powerjames]

Qualifying Results Round One

Turbonetics Pro Outlaw 10.5 Qualifying

1) Keith Neal, Snellville GA 6.999 210.44
2) Tim Essick, Brandywine MD 7.103 203.34
3) Dan Millen, Dearborn MI 11.071 88.69

ProCharger S/Street Outlaw Q

1) John Urist, Albuquerque NM 7.398 189.55
2) John MacDonald, White Lake MI 7.511 190.46
3) Yanni Papakasmos, Wilton CT 7.705 188.02
4) Chris Tuten, Pelion SC 7.954 176.60
5) Don Burton, Aberdeen MD 8.787 151.12
6) Ozzy Ucer, Paterson NJ 9.851 94.37

Diablosport EFI Renegade Qualifying

1) Larry Hourcle, Alexandria VA 8.530 160.75
2) Brian Mitchell, Wilmington DE 8.581 159.63
3) Bart Tobener, Winder GA 8.595 160.27
4) AJ Wyce, Hammonton NJ 9.489 143.43
5) Brian Tuten, Lexington SC 10.748 80.16
6) Chris VanGilder, Quakertown PA 11.643 74.58
7) John Keller, Hubbard OH 13.678 63.82

Edelbrock Hot Street Qualifying

1) Robbie Blankenship, Hudson FL 8.646 155.79
2) Don Bowles, Madisonville KY 8.719 153.07
3) Max Gross, Cattaraugus NY 8.730 152.11
4) Bob Hanlon, Elverson PA 8.742 155.17
5) Charlie Booze JR., Marion PA 9.246 114.60
6) Rick Riccardi, Toms River NJ 9.578 145.30
7) Richard Preiser, Jackson NJ 10.340 126.78

BFGoodrich Drag Radial Qualifying

1) Jason Lee, Maumee OH 8.108 174.17
2) Matt Bell, Normal IL 8.440 171.90
3) Ken Ewer, Sellersville PA 8.692 164.71
4) Frank Provenza,Mr Airy MD 8.906 170.23
5) Enzo Pecchini, Woodbridge Ontario 9.125 164.29
6) Chris Bussell, Los Alamos NM 9.288 124.91
7) Orson Johnson, House Springs MO 9.315 165.64
8) Steve Thompson, Finksburg MD DQ

5.0 Mustang Real Street Qualifying

1) Tim Matherly, Statham GA 9.562 140.99
2) Jim Coger, Dracut MA 10.332 105.67
3) Dave Ginter, Racine WI 19.063 56.12

Eibach Springs Pure Street Qualifying
1) Steve Gifford, Bennington IN 10.304, 132.95
2) Mike Curcio,Easton PA 11.233 120.05
3) Ryan Hecox,Severna Park MD DQ
4) Jimmy Wilson, Gainesville FL DQ

ACT Factory Stock Qualifying

1) Tommy Godfrey, Sunderland MD 11.102 121.05
2) John Leslie Jr., Munster IN 11.268 119.33
3) Matt Amrine, Batavia OH 11.501 120.71
4) Jim St Charles, Aracida IN 11.573 118.82
5) Jay Dold, Harrison OH, 11.596 119.71
6) Charlie Rankin Jr, Prospect Park PA 11.940 114.50
7) Zane Reed, Trenton GA 11.990 113.01
8) Carlos Sobrino, Fairview NJ 13.074 101.13
9) Jeremy Taylor, Pennsburg PA 15.602 85.52