CONCLUSIONS

This four-race CMTS Outlaw Pro Mod series is rapidly becoming the premier ‘Slammer race in the Midwest. Promoters Don Peden and Donnie Little have almost guaranteed the success of the series by expanding the field from eight to sixteen cars if more than 20 cars show for the race.

The crew and management at Gateway deliver a well-prepped track and plenty of safety equipment. The track is fast becoming a favorite for the outlaw racers due to the all-asphalt parking, plenty of shutdown area, and a well lighted track.

The only downside of these races is the way it is run. The Pro Mod racers, fans and media are forced to wait as much as two or three hours between qualifying rounds and several hours between eliminations. Management needs a better race schedule for these four races. Most fans (not to mention the media) just won’t stay ‘till midnight or 2 a.m. for the final round.

There are rumors that this series could expand to six races in 2005 with a bigger payout and bigger fields. It certainly could turn into a premier event with large crowds with just a little more effort from the track management.

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John DeFlorian

Who said that blower guys don't do maintenance between rounds? Bill Hill would argue that point. Hill ran as quick as 4.18 before suffering some engine woes.