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ENGLISHTOWN, N.J. - Throw any idea of hometown advantage out the door for Mike Ashley, driver of the Torco Race Fuels Dodge Charger R/T. Under clear skies and in front of record crowds, Ashley struggled to get down the quarter-mile at Old Bridge Township raceway Park in the first two qualifying sessions of the ProCare Rx NHRA SuperNationals Friday.
"It's frustrating," Ashley said. "We're having problems with our clutch and we just have to find it."
First round, the Charger ran strong until 1000 feet, where the tires hazed and the car lost power, delivering a 5.017/257.04. Second round, the car was again on a strong pass but lost power about half-track, slowing to a 5.166/225.79. Ashley currently sits in the No. 17 position, just outside the field.
Undaunted, Ashley said, "I'm confident - no, I guarantee that we will be in the show tomorrow. Brian Corradi [Crew chief] and the guys will get a handle on things, and we'll run really well tomorrow.
Qualifying continues in the ProCare Rx NHRA SuperNationals Saturday with sessions scheduled for 1:00 and 3:30 p.m. Eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. Sunday, June 24.
For more information about Mike Ashley and Gotham City Racing, visit the team website: MIKEASHLEY.COM.
About Mike Ashley's Gotham City Racing:
Gotham City Racing is fully sponsored by Torco Race Fuels, Inc., the world's largest independently owned race fuel manufacturer. Torco Race Fuels has a full line of racing gasoline in addition to methanol, nitromethane and fuel additives. Torco's fuel product line is complimented by SKULL Shine -- a complete line of car care appearance products and SKULL Gear -- an innovative and trendy clothing line. Products can be purchased by calling 1-800-67-TORCO or by visiting their website: Torco Racing Fuels
Mike Ashley's Gotham City Racing is also sponsored by:
* Knoll Gas Motorsports - Torco Racing Fuels
* Lucas Oil Products - Lucas Oil
* Dixie Chopper - Dixie Chopper
* Oakley - Oakley - The Official Site
* The Hyperbaric Therapy Center - Hyperbaric Therapy Center - Hyperbaric Chamber
* Lend America - Nationwide, direct lender, Lend America offers mortgages, loans, with little to no money down, quick loan process
Lend America is a nationwide direct lender, specializing in residential financing for one to four family homes. Lend America combines a flexible, common sense loan review process with hundreds of loan programs to provide exceptional service for its clients. Lend America's Motto "Don't take NO for an answer" is in direct relation to its commitment to service borrowers with "lending or credit challenges." Contact Lend America today, (877) 4-RACE LOAN.
Ashley Struggles in front of Hometown Crowd
ENGLISHTOWN, N.J. - Throw any idea of hometown advantage out the door for Mike Ashley, driver of the Torco Race Fuels Dodge Charger R/T. Under clear skies and in front of record crowds, Ashley struggled to get down the quarter-mile at Old Bridge Township raceway Park in the first two qualifying sessions of the ProCare Rx NHRA SuperNationals Friday.
"It's frustrating," Ashley said. "We're having problems with our clutch and we just have to find it."
First round, the Charger ran strong until 1000 feet, where the tires hazed and the car lost power, delivering a 5.017/257.04. Second round, the car was again on a strong pass but lost power about half-track, slowing to a 5.166/225.79. Ashley currently sits in the No. 17 position, just outside the field.
Undaunted, Ashley said, "I'm confident - no, I guarantee that we will be in the show tomorrow. Brian Corradi [Crew chief] and the guys will get a handle on things, and we'll run really well tomorrow.
Qualifying continues in the ProCare Rx NHRA SuperNationals Saturday with sessions scheduled for 1:00 and 3:30 p.m. Eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. Sunday, June 24.
For more information about Mike Ashley and Gotham City Racing, visit the team website: MIKEASHLEY.COM.
About Mike Ashley's Gotham City Racing:
Gotham City Racing is fully sponsored by Torco Race Fuels, Inc., the world's largest independently owned race fuel manufacturer. Torco Race Fuels has a full line of racing gasoline in addition to methanol, nitromethane and fuel additives. Torco's fuel product line is complimented by SKULL Shine -- a complete line of car care appearance products and SKULL Gear -- an innovative and trendy clothing line. Products can be purchased by calling 1-800-67-TORCO or by visiting their website: Torco Racing Fuels
Mike Ashley's Gotham City Racing is also sponsored by:
* Knoll Gas Motorsports - Torco Racing Fuels
* Lucas Oil Products - Lucas Oil
* Dixie Chopper - Dixie Chopper
* Oakley - Oakley - The Official Site
* The Hyperbaric Therapy Center - Hyperbaric Therapy Center - Hyperbaric Chamber
* Lend America - Nationwide, direct lender, Lend America offers mortgages, loans, with little to no money down, quick loan process
Lend America is a nationwide direct lender, specializing in residential financing for one to four family homes. Lend America combines a flexible, common sense loan review process with hundreds of loan programs to provide exceptional service for its clients. Lend America's Motto "Don't take NO for an answer" is in direct relation to its commitment to service borrowers with "lending or credit challenges." Contact Lend America today, (877) 4-RACE LOAN.
