Midnight Madness

DOORSLAMMER SHOOTOUT FRI-SUN, MAY 25-27

FEATURING PRO-MODS AND SUPER STOCK MAFIA

The Doorslammer Shootout ,  Friday through Sunday, May 25-27 will feature a huge line-up a race classes that includes the Chris Duncan Race Cars Pro-Mod Super Series,the popular Midwest Super Stock Mafia and the Nostalgia Super Stockers.

The event will begin on Friday (May 25) with a Fun Night (open racing) along with qualifying for the Chris Duncan Race Cars Pro-Mods. Then on Saturday (May 26) the action really heats up with several classes of competition. The Pro-Mods will make their final qualifying passes as well as eliminations. The Super Stock Mafia and Nostalgia Super Stocks will be in the house as well. For class information, gate hours and race fee’s click here.

Friday, May 25
Fun Night with open racing PLUS two qualifying sessions for Pro Mods

Saturday, May 26
Click here for specific sportsman class information. The Pro-Mods, Super Stock Mafia and Nostalgia Super Stocks will be on hand!

Sunday, May 27
Rain date for feature cars plus sportsman racing.

Important Information !!!! Please Read!!!!!

Cross Talk. We now have cross talk and due to being difficult to change with our Accutime system will will use it all the time in S/P, T/S, T/D, and Box Bike !!! No opting out!!!!  If you are not familiar with it please ask questions!!!!!!  With this change the top bulbs are reaimed which should also help eliminate sun glare on the top bulbs.

Super Gas (6.30 index class) has been added to Doorslammer shootout May 26,27. Entry fee will be $75, Payouts based on the # of entries. Payouts could be increased if we can get some sponsor help. Let Gerald know of any potential sponsors for this class.

Points sign up. To earn points in our regular bracket classes from the 1st race you must sign up by May 26-27. To earn points in T/S T/D, Casey`s Stick Shifters, & Pro Bike Class you must sign up at the 1st race you attend and will earn points from that race on.

Pit vehicle Registration. Like last year all pit vehicles must be registered. Please see gate personal for this.

CASEY'S GENERAL STORE STICK SHIFTERS
THIS SATURDAY, MAY 12

Plus Friday Fun Night & Brackets on Saturday

The wheelstanding gear jamming cars return this Saturday, May 12 to Eddyville Raceway Park as the Casey's General Store Stick Shifters take center stage. The Stick Shifters will race along with approximately an additional 100 entries in the various ERP bracket classes. "The Stick Shifters definitely add a entertainment dimension to the race this Saturday, said Gerald Kramer, it's one event not to miss" he continued. The weekend's activities begin on Friday with a Fun Night and open racing for everyone.

Make plans to come and see the racing this weekend at ERP!

Junior Dragster Programs for 2012

Eddyville Raceway Park welcomes back Trick Tools as the sponsor of the Jr Dragster class for 2012. Check them out for special fabrication tools and more!

Payouts at points  races (14) this year will be paid to the parents in cash. This was made necessary by the changes the government made to their savings bond program. (NHRA is doing the same thing at the Jr Nationals this year.)
Points race winners will get $50 & trophy, runner ups $25 & trophy.

Consi Race. We will continue to have a free consi race for all 1st round non winners. We will also have a run off at all points races between the Jr winner and the consi winner for $20 cash this year sponsored by Laffoon and Co. This replaces the Sugar Grove Custom Car Challenge that was in place for the last 6 years. We thank them for their support of the Jr program for the past 6 years it has been very appreciated! 

Jr Dragster Reaction Time contest. We will also do a reaction time contest on points race dates (time permitting) that will be free to all Jr racers with the winner getting $20 cash also sponsored by Laffoon and Co.

Non Points Race Dates. We will offer a Jr class on most non points race dates that will have $5 buy backs for 1st round non winners instead of a consi race. We will have trophies to the winner and runner up and cash payouts of $50 winner, $25 runner up with a minimum of 8 entries. Please check website for details about weekly events.

BRACKET RACERS TAKE CENTER STAGE
THIS SATURDAY

First Friday Fun Night On Tap As Well

This Saturday, May 5 will begin the Points Bracket Series with event #1 at Eddyville Raceway Park. "The season kicks off this Saturday and we are very excited to get the competition underway, mentioned Gerald Kramer, despite not the best weather conditions we had a very good opening day last Saturday, he continued.

This weekend gets underway on Friday, May 4 with the first Fun Night event of the season. Gates open Friday at 5:30 PM and Saturday at 1:30 PM.

ABOUT THESE EVENTS

FUN NIGHTS are open racing events that allows anyone to race at Eddyville Raceway as long as they are a licensed driver. Many people race who do not have race cars as they bring out their street cars, trucks or bikes. "It's a great experience and actually somewhat addicting" commented Gerald Kramer. Gates open most Friday evenings for the Fun Events at 5:30 PM.
Racing $25
Spectator $8

BRACKET RACES are typically on Saturday and/or Sundays (check schedule for details) and are events that are made up of several classes of competition. The classes are based on how fast the vehicles are. Classes range from very fast to street type vehicles.
Racing fee's vary by class $25-$75
Spectator $12

IT'S FINALLY TIME ...
ERP OPENS THIS SATURDAY, APRIL 28

It is time to kick off the 2012 season at Eddyville Raceway Park this Saturday, April 28. "We have been doing a lot of projects out here at the track, mentioned Gerald Kramer, I'm really glad that we will finally get some racing going on now as well" he continued. Gates will open at 10:30 AM with racing underway at 11 AM. Opening day is a day with open racing for everyone. So, bring out those cars, dragsters, bikes, juniors and hot rods and let's have some fun.

EARLY SEASON SCHEDULE AT ERP
Saturday, April 28, Spring Fun Day, Open 10:30 AM
Friday, May 4, First Friday Fun Night, Open 5:30 PM
Saturday, May 5, Points Bracket Race #1

New Sponsor for Midnight Madness

Two Additional Fast 4 Classes Added

Midwest Exclusive an online automotive magazine is now the sponsor of our Midnight Madness events for 2012. Check them out at www.mwexcusive.com. We are also adding two new Fast Four classes to the Midnight Madness series, 1st one is for Tuner/Sport Compact cars, and starting On the June 15th event one for diesel pickups.

The rules are quite simple like our other 2 Fast Four classes is that the vehicles must be street legal with street legal tires. We are also working on a Street Legal event on Sat. Sept. 8 that will include drag racing and autocross on the same day. More details to follow.

FULL SEASON PASS NOW AVAILABLE FOR EDDYVILLE RACEWAY PARK

For the first time in the history of Eddyville Raceway Park a spectator/crew person season pass will now be available for $200. "This is a substantial savings for a fan or crew person who is planning to come to most of the 2012 events" said Gerald Kramer. The season passes are non-transferable and good for spectators/crew persons and are not good for racing. Each pass will be numbered and include the name of the authorized person that can use it. That person must also provide a photo ID upon entering the race track. To purchase a season pass contact Gerald Kramer at 641-780-3534.

2012 ERP SEASON PASS INFORMATION
- Good for attendance to all 2012 events for the person the pass was issued to.
- Cannot be transferred
- Carries not cash value
- No refunds
- No credit provided for non-rescheduled events

Attention Racers:

NHRA chassis certifications will be done at ERP on April 21, 9am to 4pm. We do these by appointment so you do not have to wait in line for a long time. To set up an appointment please email Gerald at manager@eddyvilleraceway.com or call him at 641-780-3534.

Casey`s Stick Shift Class Changes for 2012

6 race dates for 2012, May 12, May 26, July 1, Aug 18, Sept. 1, & Oct. 13. If needed May 27, Aug. 19, Sept. 2, and Oct. 14 will be rain dates.

Thanks to the continued support of Casey`s General Stores and 15 associate sponsors the round money will be increased to $100 for 2nd Rd. lose, $150 3rd Rd. lose, and $250 4th Rd. lose (17- 32 entries). Runner up will pay $500, and winner of each race gets $1000.

Points series payouts will be $1000 for 1st, $750 2nd, $500 3rd, $250 4th, $200 5th, $100 6th. Best 5 out of 6 races will determine points champion, must sign up for points at 1st race entered !

Complete details on rules, sponsor list and more is on side bar `Stick Shift Class`.

Help Wanted

Eddyville Raceway Park is looking for a few persons looking for part time employment this summer. A positive attitude is very important and must be willing to work some long hours on our big events. Applicants must have a strong customer service attitude and work well with others.  A good knowledge of drag racing is helpful in some positions, but not important in all of them. Be ready to have some fun while earning some extra cash. Help is needed in the following positions:

Announcer:
We are looking for someone to announce on Saturdays, select Fridays, and occasional Sundays. A good knowledge of the sport is helpful in this position or having a strong desire to learn about it. Someone who can be available most race days is preferred, but part time is a possibility. Must be able to deliver an exciting message to the racers and fans.

EMT's: 
We have a need for more persons with their EMT credentials to help with on track jobs or in the tower as a computer operator. This position would be a part time fill in position on Friday, Saturday or Sunday races.

Concession Help:
These jobs are mainly for extra help on our big events in the concession stands or in our new Beer Concessions/Novelty Sales building.

You can find an application for employement on this website or contact Gerald at manager@eddyvilleraceway.com or call him at 641-780-3534.

Motorcycle Drag Racing at
Eddyville Raceway Park for 2012

MOTORCYCLE MANIA  Aug.25, This will be an all motorcycle event featuring The Vintage Drag Bike Nationals, Street Bike Classes, Drag Bike Classes, Pit Vehicle races, Open test and tune for any motorcycle, and host of the Warriors Across Iowa charity ride/rally for the Wounded Warrior Project.

Take your street bike to the track to see how fast it is. (Friday Fun Nights and Street Bike events)

Bracket and index classes for street bikes. (4 race dates for 2012)

Bracket races for drag bikes. (10 race dates for 2012)

Heads up street bike racing on Midnight Madness events. (6 dates for 2012)

Pit Bike races on street bike events. (4 dates for 2012)

Check out the Bike Programs section on our website for details and dates.

Thanks to the following sponsors for making these races possible: R/J Performance in Ottumwa, Auto Outlet in Des Moines, Certified Auto Sales in Des Moines, and others TBA.

NHRA MAKES RULE CHANGES
CONCERNING WINDOW NETS FOR 2012

The following changes have been made to the NHRA Rulebook concerning Window Nets. As you will read below, for vehicles running 7.50 (4.50) to 9.99 (6.39) or 135 mph and faster you must have a SFI 27.1 mesh-type net. However a 2-year certification is now not required. Please see the official postings below. For all rule changes, go to www.nhraracer.com

NHRA Rules Changes on Window Nets - Posted 3/5/2012

SECTION 4A: SUPER PRO, PRO, SPORTSMAN, INTERIOR:6, WINDOW NET (Page 5) (3/5/2012) A ribbon-type or SFI 27.1 mesh-type window net is
mandatory for any full-bodied car running 7.50 (*4.50) to 9.99 (*6.39) or if vehicle runs 135 mph or faster. See General Regulations 6:3.

SECTION 4B:ADVANCED E.T., INTERIOR:6, WINDOW NET (Page 11) (3/5/2012) An SFI 27.1 ribbon-type or mesh-type window net is mandatory on any full-bodied car running 6.00 (*3.66) to 7.49 (*4.49). SFI 27.1 window net, when required, must be updated at two-year intervals from the date of manufacture. See General Regulations 6:3.

Click Here for Quick Reference Guide

CHRIS DUNCAN RACE CARS PRO MOD SUPER SERIES BACK ON TRACK FOR 2012

The Chris Duncan Race Cars Pro Mod Super Series will return in 2012 with races concentrated in the Midwest. “We are excited to present the Pro Mod Super Series again in 2012, said Chris Duncan, it’s a great opportunity for Pro Mod racers to participate without having to take several days away” he continued.

The Chris Duncan Race Cars Pro Mod Super Series have five events scheduled as of this writing with a couple of pending dates at other venues. The 2012 Series Director Sam Martin is anticipating a great level on competition for the one-eighth mile drag racing Series. Click Here for Series Info

Chris Duncan Race Cars is located Chandlerville, Illinois and is a full service chassis shop known for quality race car construction and fabrication. At Chris Duncan Race Cars, personal service is a priority with quality hands on service. Although specializing in complete race car construction, Chris Duncan Race Cars also completes many smaller projects including roll cages, tin work and more. Contract Chris Duncan Race Cars at 217-458-2703 or visit their website at www.chrisduncanracecars.com   

Attention racers with reserved pit spaces:

There was an error on the billings for the asphalt spots. It says that you would not get your spot on June 30 which is incorrect. We are sorry for the error.

ATTENTION RACERS: 2012 NHRA RULES UPDATES

The NHRA has published their rules revisions and updates for the 2012 season. All updates are available online at nhraracer.com. Please refer to nhraracer.com or the NHRA Rulebook for a complete listing as well as the details.

Rules of most significance note for sportsman racers include but not limited to;

1. SNELL 2000 helmets are NOW EXPIRED. Racers 13.99 (8.59 - 1/8 mile) and quicker and motorcycle/sled/ATV and Junior Dragster competitors must have a current SNELL or SFI approved helmets. The most common are SNELL, and the 2005 dated helmets are good until 1/1/2017 and 2010 dates helmets are good until 1/1/2022.

2. Super Street competitors must now have a lower engine oil containment device. A belly pan may be used in lieu of a "diaper".

3. Advanced E.T. racers 6.00 - 7.49 ET (3.66-4.49 ET - 1/8 mile) must have a head and neck support device that is dated within 5 years.

4. Window Nets as required, must be within 2 years of certification.

* At the ET Finals all cars running 9.99 & quicker are required to have an NHRA approved engine containment device. (This equals 6.40 1/8 mile ET`s) This is not required at ERP this year but highly recomended for any car and likely will be required in the near future.

ATTENTION RACERS PLANNING TO ATTEND 2012 BRACKET FINALS

As announced last year; all vehicles 9.99 or quicker will be required to have an NHRA accepted Oil Retention Device, (this does not include Bikes and Sleds), at the 2012 ET Finals event in Topeka, KS. Please be sure to get this completed as soon as possible.