SS/K Stick Shift Shootout Class Nationals May 2014
 

I have been working on this for a few weeks now. I wanted to get a group of racers together to run a SS/K Stick Shift Shootout at the Class Nationals next May. I'm happy to report I have had great feedback and a lot of excitement about this. I have contacted a lot of racers and potential sponsors for the Shootout.

I'm happy to announce that Dean Oliver (Deano's Carbs) has stepped up to be the title sponsor for this Shootout. I can't thank Dean enough for doing this. Here is what Dean is doing for the SS/K Shootout.

Dean Oliver of Deano's Carburetors has stepped up to offer a custom blueprinted carburetor to the winner of the SS/K Shootout (up to a $1000 value)! Winner must display Deano's decal or license plate throughout the Shootout (decals available at the track). Participants may contact Dean for details.

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I have sent letters to several other potential sponsors for this Shootout. I hope to hear from them soon. I will update this link as I get new information and/or responses.

Here is a list of racers that I have contacted that have either committed to running in the SS/K Shootout or have expressed interest in participating in it. My goal is to have 12-16 cars run in it. I am still contacting racers and welcome anyone else who can run SS/K. If you know of another racer who can run K please have them contact me.

Ed Carpenter
Tim Nicholson/Tracy Cassil
Dan Schlieker
Larry Wilson
James/Everitt Hill
Tony Fillipone
Stephen Belanger
Robin Brown
Matt Steen
Wayne Denklau
Gene Bichlmeier
Bill Zaskowski (Maybe Brad too!)
Bobby Fazio
Roger Rosebush
Steve Koch
Ed Fabien

Also a big thank you to Michael Beard for working with me on this and including this SS/K Shootout in his Class Nationals flyer. Thanks Michael.

www.looserocker.com

This has been a lot more work than I thought, but it's been fun. I hope to get several more sponsors to step up. It will be great for those who compete in this. Of course if anyone else wants to support this Shootout in anyway please contact me. Thanks. Ed

Ed Carpenter
512-517-8235
deuceswild_2@live.com

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Thanks for doing this,, Ed. I can't wait to see this "race within a race",,, it should be a blast.
As a former '66 Nova SS stick car owner back in the '70s, I'm a little biased to you guys.
Good luck to all who participate in this "shootout".
Danny Durham

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Here are a few pictures of cars that have committed or expressed interest in participating in the SS/K Shootout.

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Wayne Denklau

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Tony Fillipone

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Tim Nicholson

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Robin Brown

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James Hill

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Bobby Fazio

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Bill Zaskowski

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Gene Bichlmeier

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Stephen Belanger

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Matt Steen

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Ed Carpenter

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Dan Schlieker

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Roger Rosebush

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Larry Wilson

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Steve Koch

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Ed Fabien

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This looks awesome and would make for a great show! I have to lose some weight! High rpm alert!

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Ed, i guess i have to put another engine program together to go out and play with you guys lol!! Good luck to all, this shootout should be nothing short of being spectacular, maybe i will put something in place for a "G" shootout!!

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I would love to see that Sean!

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We're running Lucas Oil CLASS Eliminations for all Stock and Super Stock classes, with an Iron Tree trophy and a Lucas Oil product to every winner, so anything you guys can put together on your own, we're more than happy to advertise on the flyer -- something you can leverage in your quest for sponsors. The first print run of flyers is done, but we update the online version of the flyer right away whenever we add a new sponsor (www.looserocker.com/ncn) so the earlier someone makes a commitment, the more advertising they receive. We'll do another physical print run of flyers this winter, as there are a number of companies interested in the event, but work on a later budget cycle.

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Thank you to Total Seal for your support of the SS/K Stickshift Shootout! Total Seal will give a 100.00 gift certificate towards your next Total Seal purchase for the winner of the Shootout.

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A big thank you to McLeod Clutches owner Paul Lee for your support of the SS/K Stick shift Shootout! McLeod Clutches is awarding the following gift certificates for the
SS/K Shootout at the Class Nationals

Winner 1000.00
R/U 500.00
Semi 250.00

Each competitor must display McLeod decal during the Shootout. Certificate can only be used towards McLeod products.

Thanks again to McLeod for your support

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This race is getting more and more support. I hope all the K cars can make it next May. I'm going to try to put something together so all the competitors get something. Kinda like what Jim S is doing for the A/S A/SA shootout.

Thanks again to everyone who is supporting this Shootout!

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On a lighter note compared to what else is going with my dad I wanted to post an update to this Shootout. I'm still working on getting more support for the race. Again thank you to Dean Oliver,Total Seal and McLeod for their support. As of now I have 3100.00 in product/gift certificates for the SS/K Shootout. I hope to get 10-12 cars there for this race. Right now I just hope to make the race. Cost is a big factor for me. I'll probably have to skip 3 or 4 races in D4 next year to make it but that's my problem. I need to be there. I told my dad he has to be there with me. That will make it all worth while if he is there with me. If you know anyone who can run SS/K that I don't have listed let them know about this race. I'll update again when I hear from other supporters of the race.Thanks. Ed

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Thanks for all of your work on the SS/K Shootout, Ed! You've done a great job. As I've mentioned in another thread, I think will open the door for bigger and better things in the future. I've already had brewing in my head a Stick-Shift Only Combo shootout for 2015... why? Because *I* want to watch it! :D

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Ed

In light of the news on your dad I will pledge $100 support in fuel money for you and your dad to attend this event. I will challenge all other members on this forum to do a similar pledge.

Contact me and let me know when you need the money.

My contact number is as follows
Mike Pearson
ssia2485@yahoo.com
813-433-4742

On a side note. I pray that things go well for your dad in the near future. There have been great strides made in the cure for cancers in recent years. There is a real good chance your dad can beat this. In any event spend as much time with him as possible. I lost my dad a few years back and miss him horribly. He was a great man.

Best wishes
Mike

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Great idea, Mike. I'm in.

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I didn't mean it to come out like that. I appreciate it very much but that wasn't my attention. I'm no different than anyone else. Thanks Mike and Mike. Ed

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You're not asking, we're offering. That's how family is.

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This just in Kyle Carrothers is supporting the SS/K Shootout.

Carrothers Racing Equipment will give the winner of your shootout a free baseline of his/her clutch.

Thanks again to Carrothers Racing Equipment for their support.

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Ed, you have really got something worthwhile and fun started here. I wish you much success with this event and what a great list of participants. Wow!!! That is going to be great!

And thank you to all the sponsors and support from racers for this. It is great to see something so positive being planned for next year and you and your father will attend. Best wishes and prayers for his fight.

Thanks for your effort! Gary Howe GT/L

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C'mon Gary,, get a plane ticket and come on out. Brown and I and a buddy aren't going to miss this event, and I know you'd have a blast too. Think about it,,, of course, you could always bring your screamin' 55 along,,, man, I love that car. Take care.
Danny Durham

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This just in Nitro Joe is going to give a free stats subscription to the winner of the SS/K Stick shift Shootout!Thanks Joe

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http://www.welkerlawfirm.com/images/www_logo.gif
SS/K Class Shootout
$100/Win, $50/RU from Matt Welker at White-Welker & Welker

White-Welker & Welker is a full-service law firm, representing clients in Maryland and around the Globe before the United States Patent and Trademark Office, delivering quality legal service on a cost-effective basis.
www.welkerlawfirm.com

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A big thanks to Matt Welker for supporting the SS/K Shootout!

Matt Welker of White-Welker & Welker Law Firm is on board to award $100/Win, $50/RU to the SS/K Class Finalists.

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Great idea Mike, I'm in on that. Rolling from Texas is quite a trip. Now we just need someone to handle the details.

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Tom's Service Pierce,NE (Tom Meyer) will give a 5 gal pail of C12 to the winner and r/u of the SS/K Stick Shift Shootout. Thanks again Tom.

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Well I thought I would post since this was back on page 7. I just completed 13 more letters I will be sending out this week looking for more support for the SS/k Shootout. Although my participation is uncertain at this point I will continue to work on gaining support for this Shootout and hope to have as many as 15 competitors for the race. I am going to do all that I can to be there especially if my dad can attend. I will post again when and if I hear back from my latest round of letters. Again thanks to everyone who has supported this race. It is greatly appreciated by myself and all the racers involved. Ed

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This class is way cool and count me in for 100.00 to the winner and 50.00 to the R/U of the shootout!

Mike...let me know when you would like to have the money.

Mike Keener
Team Checkmate

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I'm going to dedicate my participation in the SS/K Shootout to my youngest brother Scott who passed away on 12-26-13. Words can't describe the feeling of loss my family and I have right now. I hope I can make him proud in May. RIP little brother.

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Sorry on your loss Ed. Tom

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Sorry for your loss. Hang in there Ed, we are praying for you and your family.

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I'll pledge $100 for top speed of the runoff. I figure low qualifier already had a little boost. Someone in charge tell me where to send the check, and will get it on it's way. Also, Sorry Ed. Truly.

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Randy I am handling the SS/K Shootout

My address is
801 Glosson Ranch
Dripping Springs, Tx 78620

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Thanks Mike sorry late in replying to your support. I've had alot going on at home. Again thanks I appreciate it. Ed

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Again Ed, sorry. I actually do know what you're going through. 22 years ago I lost my best friend, my first born. I will send it out tomorrow and make payable to you, and you hand it out to whomever you know has it coming.

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No problem Ed. Glad to help out. Since you are handling the prize fund I will send it to the address posted in this thread.

Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother and hope you have a much better 2014!

My best to you and your family...

MK

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Does anyone have contact info for Scott Gray? I know he runs a white SS/K 66 Chevy II in D1. I would like to get info to him on the SS/K Stick shift Shootout in May. Thanks. Ed

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I'm lazy and don't really want to go through the whole thread! LOL!
What track is the class nationals at?
Thanks!!

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National Trail Raceway in Columbus, OH May 2 - 4.

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I have some sponsors to add yet, but you can find the event flyer to date at http://www.looserocker.com/?page_id=27

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Thank you very much!!!

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I want to get a head count of how many plan on participating in the SS/K Shootout? Thanks Ed