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DINWIDDIE, Va. (October 6, 2007) - Newly crowned 2007 AMS Pro Mod World Champion Josh Hernandez delivered a blazing 5.990/241.67 performance to take the No. 1 qualifying position as the AMS Pro Mod Challenge presented by Tindle Enterprises, Inc. delivered an amazing show in front of packed bleachers and standing-room only fans at the Torco Racing Fuels NHRA Nationals in Richmond, Va.
Hernandez and his Tommy Lipar Racing Dr. Moon's Rage '68 Camaro were the highlight of the day, ripping off a straight-down-the-groove shot that set both ends of the Virginia Motorsports Park record and brought the crowd to their feet with cheers.
"That was a wild ride," Hernandez said. "I know it looked good on the video and for the fans, but inside the car it was all over the place. The nose lifted and dipped, and I was fighting it all the way down. When I looked up and saw the numbers, I was really amazed.
"What a testament to Howard [Moon, crew chief] and the team, but also this whole class. The guys out here have really been pushing the limits, and have pushed us so hard all year. My hat's off to all of them," he said.
Hernandez also ended on top of the list of qualifiers for the $50,000 ProCare Rx Pro Mod Clash, as the finalists were decided after qualifying was completed. Drivers earned points throughout the past five events based on their qualifying position and consistency in qualifying. The top eight drivers will compete in eliminations to be held in Las Vegas at the ACDelco Las Vegas Nationals, October 26-28.
"I really love this track, that's for sure. I know the conditions tomorrow in eliminations will be similar to today, so the fact we were able to blast off that 5.99 makes us all feel really confident," Hernandez said.
Hernandez will face off against Shandon, Ohio resident Steve Engel and his '63 Corvette in the first round of eliminations, scheduled to begin immediately after Pro Stock, some time around 12:30 p.m. tomorrow, Sunday, October 7.
Hernandez dominates with 5.99 in Richmond
DINWIDDIE, Va. (October 6, 2007) - Newly crowned 2007 AMS Pro Mod World Champion Josh Hernandez delivered a blazing 5.990/241.67 performance to take the No. 1 qualifying position as the AMS Pro Mod Challenge presented by Tindle Enterprises, Inc. delivered an amazing show in front of packed bleachers and standing-room only fans at the Torco Racing Fuels NHRA Nationals in Richmond, Va.
Hernandez and his Tommy Lipar Racing Dr. Moon's Rage '68 Camaro were the highlight of the day, ripping off a straight-down-the-groove shot that set both ends of the Virginia Motorsports Park record and brought the crowd to their feet with cheers.
"That was a wild ride," Hernandez said. "I know it looked good on the video and for the fans, but inside the car it was all over the place. The nose lifted and dipped, and I was fighting it all the way down. When I looked up and saw the numbers, I was really amazed.
"What a testament to Howard [Moon, crew chief] and the team, but also this whole class. The guys out here have really been pushing the limits, and have pushed us so hard all year. My hat's off to all of them," he said.
Hernandez also ended on top of the list of qualifiers for the $50,000 ProCare Rx Pro Mod Clash, as the finalists were decided after qualifying was completed. Drivers earned points throughout the past five events based on their qualifying position and consistency in qualifying. The top eight drivers will compete in eliminations to be held in Las Vegas at the ACDelco Las Vegas Nationals, October 26-28.
"I really love this track, that's for sure. I know the conditions tomorrow in eliminations will be similar to today, so the fact we were able to blast off that 5.99 makes us all feel really confident," Hernandez said.
Hernandez will face off against Shandon, Ohio resident Steve Engel and his '63 Corvette in the first round of eliminations, scheduled to begin immediately after Pro Stock, some time around 12:30 p.m. tomorrow, Sunday, October 7.
