RACE NEWS 2023
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PIT BITS FEB 26/24 * I'm sure everyone has been reading about all the NHRA happing's at every track but Luskville Dragway, and I'm sure everyone is wondering how come we are being left out. There is a very easy answer to this question, and its pretty straight forward WE HAVE BEEN SCREWED OVER. *The Flying Frog (Brock Godmaire) announced this week that Brian Swayne at Swayne Racing Transmissions is jumping on board with sponsoring the. Brian, a longtime racer still goes out and follows the Super Tour series with his Brother in law now piloting the beautiful blue Camaro! Brains an experienced well know transmission builder when it comes down to GM tranny's, whether it be a Glide, TH400, or TH350 he will build you what you need to get you going down the track! Brock got a 1200 hp. glide built from SRT 4 years ago and finally took it in for a refresh this year and it almost just about looked new still! Brian also has recently moved up north in North Bay area, so if your up north and looking for a kick A$$ transmission, Brian's your go to guy! Thanks again Brian for being partners with us for the 2024 season! Brock is one of those racers that proves you can get sponsor support for your drag car and he proves it with a long list of supporters.
BDL EQUIPMENT SALES & RENTALS SIGNS ON IN A BIG WAY. FEB 26/24 We are overjoyed to announce that one of our  new marketing partners from 2023 has signed back on with Luskville Dragway for 2024 . BDL will be the new Top Score Board advertiser on the pit side of the Dragway like FTI/Oglivie is on the Napa Side. BDL will also hold the title rights to the first time ever Top Sportsman/Top Dragster  Race at this years 43rd Bracket Bonanza. Bog Langlois the owner of this company located in Mountain, Ontario (just off highway 43 between Kemptville and Winchester). The company specializes in tractors, Moyers, and any accessories that goes with them. With all the improvements that has gone on at Luskville Dragway over the past 4 years it is very rewarding when new advertisers approach you to join the team, and that is exactly what happened in this case. I have to tell you getting a phone call or an email saying we would like what we see at Luskville Dragway and we would like to get involved, really kind of just makes your day. BDL was founded on a tradition of pride and excellence and while much as changed over the years the legacy remains the same at every turn. This tradition is what governs their business practices and what lets their services shine. BDL is committed to meeting the highest of industry standards, up-to-date training, regular professional development, and continual organizational improvements is the basis they operate on. They spare no expense in upholding their reputation and staying at the peak of their craft. Their clients have come to expect the very best from them and you will be able to as well. We would also like to point out that the owner of BDL will assist in the new Club Cadet zero turn Moyer that will be used for track mobile scarper.
PIKES SMALL ENGINES SIGNS UP FOR 2024 AT LUSKVILLE DRAGWAY: FEB 26/24 You have heard us talk about the tremendous success of our Jr. Dragster kids moving to big cars over the years. And yes the numbers have been amazing, but not all of them go on to be big car drivers, but all of them do go on to be successful in life and business. A perfect example of that is Tyler Pike, a young man who grew up driving Jr, Dragsters at Luskville Dragway, back when we only had a half dozen or so on any given weekend. Tyler was the group that came along right after the initial group which included Derek Malcolm. Tyler did not go on to be a big car driver but did not lose the love of engines or drag racing. Today he runs and operates Pikes Small Engines, and is the person who comes to the track and takes care of all of our small engine equipment, from servicing, to repairing, and we don’t have to leave home LOL. From Lawn Moyers, blowers, zero turn, and golf carts Pike takes care of us. And starting in 2024 he will be making his service available at the track once a month for anyone that needs their scooter,  their generator or their golf cart repaired or maintained, starting the long weekend in May.
PIT BITS FEB 19/24 *We lead this weeks bits from the pits with a picture, and they say a picture is worth a 1000 words and this one is certainly a perfect example of that. Brian White has been working on this project for a while now but this is a perfect example of the quality of work that comes out of BW Race Cars in Bourget, Ontario. White a drag racer with plenty of experience behind the wheel delivers in a big way with the 55 Chevy that is currently sitting on the jig at his shop. Brian who has done work on many if not most of the drag cars in this area, including many front suspensions on the dragsters that compete at Luskville Dragway. He is also well know for his set up work as well, and many a drag racer will attest to his expertise in this as well. This complete 55 build will do nothing but raise his name that much higher on the ladder of perfection. *This is a little late, but better late than never, When Paolo Giust made the commitment to put the big boots back on Black Betty, he did so with the full intention of throwing everything at, rising to the top of the Pro Mod class. And he's added another piece to that puzzle over the last two or three weeks with the addition of a full tilt tractor trailer unit with the lift gate and all. Anyone that knows Paolo knows he does not do anything half assed, and his resume backs that up very well. The new unit will have some upgrades made to fit the new roll of hauling "Black Betty" to and from races, the new trailer even has its own lounge area for rest between rounds.
AYLMER AUTO PERFORMANCE RETURNS AS TITLE RIGHTS HOLDER TO SEMI PRO IN 2024: FEB. 19/24 Rai Pillwien the owner of Aylmer Auto Performance and Transmission has been super busy the past few years, and has had to take some time off drag racing his own car. But Rai has not taken anytime off supporting Luskville Dragway and the Semi Pro Class at the track. So with that being said we are pleased to announce that Rai will be not only returning as a major advertiser again in 2024, but he along with his Son Dan who does the driving, plan on returning to some racing in the 2024 season as well. Yes for the 6th year in a row Aylmer Performance will be the title rights holder to the Semi Pro (footbrake) class at the track. So as we head into our fourth season on the new track, and many more improvements, we do it with great support for the semi pro cars again in 2024 thanks to Rai. Rai as many of you know bought the big farm just down the road from the track, and that has kept him very busy, and then to add to that he built a brand new shop at the farm as well, which could become the main building for his business one day. Aylmer Auto Performance does much more than performance work as its main stay is regular automotive repair, specializing in Transmissions and Performance. If you have ever had the pleasure of seeing any of Rai's immaculate Chevy Race Cars over the years you will understand. When we say this business man is methodical with everything he touches,  including his race cars or your ride. Since becoming involved with Luskville Dragway what seems like many years ago now, Aylmer Performance Automotive has gotten more involved with Performance Parts and supplies as well, and today can get you just about anything you need from a Helmet, too a safety Jacket to a set of tires. Rai who along with his Son Dan, a Jr. Dragster graduate plan very much on being back out in 2024 as much as time will allow. We can not thank Aylmer Auto Performance enough for their support and urge all to support those that support our sport and our track. A number of semi pro racers pretty much call Aylmer Auto Performance home, as Rai does so much to assist all involved with our track.
PIKES SMALL ENGINES SIGNS UP FOR 2024 AT LUSKVILLE DRAGWAY: FEB 19/24 You have heard us talk about the tremendous success of our Jr. Dragster kids moving to big cars over the years. And yes the numbers have been amazing, but not all of them go on to be big car drivers, but all of them do go on to be successful in life and business. A perfect example of that is Tyler Pike, a young man who grew up driving Jr, Dragsters at Luskville Dragway, back when we only had a half dozen or so on any given weekend. Tyler was the group that came along right after the initial group which included Derek Malcolm. Tyler did not go on to be a big car driver but did not lose the love of engines or drag racing. Today he runs and operates Pikes Small Engines, and is the person who comes to the track and takes care of all of our small engine equipment, from servicing, to repairing, and we don’t have to leave home LOL. From Lawn Moyers, blowers, zero turn, and golf carts Pike takes care of us. And starting in 2024 he will be making his service available at the track once a month for anyone that needs their scooter,their generator or their golf cart repaired or maintained, starting the long weekend in May.
PIT BITS FEB 12/24 * We will be repeating this many, many times over the next little while but very important that we get the word out, the drivers meeting sets the tone for the entire season. And yes it is out of some of the drivers way just to be in attendance, but that has not stopped many in the past and hopefully it doesn't this year. We have made sure to stay away from Easter This year LOL. So mark April 6th on your calendar at Busters Bar and Grill, meeting at 2 p.m., practice tree competition to follow, and live band that night, BE THERE. *It seems that this is all we have been announcing for the last little while week after week, as another death in the racing community as been made public. Brett Harrison who was a drag racer at Luskville Dragway for many years in our early days, the 80's and 90's passed away last November, and the family has just let everyone know. Brett was born in 1948 and was living in New Brunswick for the last number of years. He was an innovator which showed when he debuted a short wheelbase rear engine dragster. Brett was a Machinist by trade and worked for Taggart construction here in Ottawa for 18 years before opening his own machine shop in Carp. After a failed endeavor at running a drag strip he packed up and left for New Brunswick where he spend his last years. *We will be putting the order for the Jr. Dragster T-Shirts in, obviously we will be ordering mostly for kids but any adults are interested in one or more let us know so we can get an idea on how many boy shirts to order. *Per our announcement last Tuesday on facebook concerning the Jr. Dragster Buy Backs, we are pleased to announce that Brian Ackers Nephew, Terri Ettenurb was one of the first to step up and say he wanted to do something on his and Barry Ackers behalf, in his Uncles Brians Name. As you all know Brian along with his brother Barry were the people who started the Acker Bros Quick Draw Award which is fully funded for 2024, thanks to denotations and sponsors. Terri adds his name to the list which currently includes Derek Malcolm, Arnie Malcolm, Dave and Pam Rennie. Terri and Barry will be sponsoring the buy backs for two weekends including July 13-14 and August 17-18/ 2024. We cannot thank these great people enough as we work really hard to make the Jr. Program at Luskville Dragway the best in the land. We still have a number of race weekends left to be sponsored for the Jr. Buy Backs and hope like the last 3 years we can get that done. But once again would like to thank those that have stepped up to make our Jr. Program the best in Canada BAR NONE!
MISTER TRANSMISSION NORTH BAY & SUDBURY RETURNS AS MAJOR ADVERTISER FOR 2024: FEB 12/24 We can not emphasize enough how humbled we are with the support we get from our advertisers and how lucky we are to have them. This weeks announcement is a perfect example of just that as Bill Harling the owner of Mister Transmission locations in Sudbury and North Bay has resigned for 2024 and as added to his program. Bill and his Father Gord (and now Daughter Sarah) have been a big part of Luskville Dragway and the Napa Money Tour for many years now and have been some of the biggest supporters of what we do and for that we will be forever grateful. 2024 will see Bill and the North gang not only take all their parking spots and mroe, memberships, and their big grand stand bill board, but will also see them be the $1000. sponsor for the Jr. Dragsters on the Sunday of the Bracket Bonanza, PLUS. Bill and the Mister Transmission will also back the $5000. to win Semi Pro Race on Saturday of the Bracket Bonanza, as well as the Mister Transmission Foot Brake Challenge event Saturday evening the Bonanza. This is huge for the kids and the Semi Pro cars as it will allow the Bonanza to once again raise the level of prize money to unheard of heights for these two class's.. The Harling Family is a perfect example of the racing family, with 3 generations of them racing together at the same time. Much like my family who is also a 3 generational drag racing family, the Harling's spend their weekends together racing many weekends at Luskville Dragway or other venues we put on.
FOOT BRAKE CHALLENGE A REALITY, NOW WE NEED RACERS TO SIGN UP FOR THEIR AREA: FEB 12/24 Thanks to the good folks at Mister Transmission of Sudbury we are pleased to announce that the Mister Transmission Foot Brake Challenge is a go for Saturday Evening (to be run with Quick 16) August 3/2024. This event will be for 16 Semi Pro Cars who come from a vast area of our demographics, and will be drivers who are invited to participate based on passed performance's. If an invitee does not want to participate or cant then the next in line will have the opportunity to do so. The drivers will compete for a purse of $2000. and the cost to the sixteen drivers will be $100. per entree, there will also be a special trophy for the winner of this event which we will announce prior to the event. We have posted the list on Facebook and those that are on the list have time to confirm their entree on there. If and entree is not confirmed then it will be offered to another competitor, are hopes are to have the list established well before the event and have it posted. We can tell you that as of now we have a commitment from almost everyone on the list other than the two southern Ontario spots, the sponsors choice and the tracks choice. We can tell you that the drivers will a special draw for ladder position which will be done by the drivers themselves, we hope to have something special for this working on it.
PIT BITS FEB 5/24 *This weeks Pit Bits starts out on a sad note once again, as another former drag racer has left us for that Drag Strip in the Skies. Rick Atwill the owner of Atwill Service Centre, a former truck puller and Drag Car owner passed away this past Wednesday. This is just another in a long string of deaths in our racing community, and we will soon be left with nobody from the beginning days of Luskville Dragway. Ricks son Derek Atwill continues to run the very successful Atwill Service Centre in Ottawa's East end , and they still own one of the first Dodge Drag Pak cars to ever be built. Rick was also the owner of the ex Alan March Pro Stock Camaro that the late Rolly Doucette drove many a weekend at Luskville Dragway. Our huge racing family has been rocked of late with deaths, it is one of the down side's of knowing so many people. RIP Rick Atwill *The Winter Rumble Practice Tree event was once again a bug success for the Bracket Life Brand folks Brandon and Rachel. With over 130 entree's full payouts made warm up racer Trevor Tandy very happy to walking home with $2000. as he met and defeated Luskville Dragway racer Brody Bellefeuille in the Finals of the first race. Dan Pepper was the BIG winner as he met and defeated another Luskville Dragway racer Julie Dube in the finals of the $5000. race. Pepper back up his 2023 $2000. win with the big one and will become the man to beat in 2025 when it come to the practice tree racing. *With the practice Tree Race no in the books we hope that everyone will set their sites on April 6th and the 43rd Annual Luskville Dragway Drivers meeting and practice tree competition. I would remind everyone that there will be a live band Saturday Night After the meeting and the practice tree competition. This could be a pivotal year for Luskville Dragway so hope everyone shows up and shows thier support.
SOMETHING SWEET FOR LUSKVILLE DRAGWAY, AS HONEYWELL WORKS SAYS WE ARE STICKING WITH LD IN 24: We are fully aware that we are very fortunate to have the advertisers support that we have, and don't think for a moment that we are not aware of it and appreciate it greatly. Every year when one season finishes the next one begins, and some of that work first to be done is resigning all of those that have helped make what has happened at Luskville Dragway to continue to happen. Paulo Giust always makes that much easier as he is usually one of the first to call me and offer his continued financial support and any other support  needed. He made it very clear as he has many, many times, that his support of Luskville Dragway is unwavering, and that if we don't support our local track we wont have one like many other areas in North America. That kind of support is and those kind of words is something you never forget and something you are forever grateful for. Yes we have met some incredible people and made some incredible friends along this road of running Luskville Dragway, Paolo is very much one of them. So we are extremely proud and pleased to announce that Paulo & Shannon are back with their support in 2023=4, and the Honeywell Works Wally Weekend will once again go on August 16-17-18. Paolo has been a drag racer for a very long time now, and got his start right at Luskville Dragway, and over the years has owned and driven almost every type of car imaginable started with a very fast street Camaro, a very fast dragster, a funny car and of course many years behind the wheel of a Outlaw vs. The World small tire pro mod. This winter Paolo went back to the big tire Pro Mod Class with his first race being the Outlaw Street Car Nationals where they qualified 18th in a 32 car field. This was the first outing for Black Betty with  Big Tires back under the rear and the Pro Mod Chassis Set up, so results where pleasing but not where they hope to be come the Next Pro Mod race at Bradenton, Florida the first of March. We are so pleased to announce that the Honeywell Works Wally Weekend will have a very special show this season  as well, so stay tuned for that announcement. This is being made possible with the incredible support of Honeywell Works.
BASSI AUTOMATICS SHIFTS INTO HIGH GEAR FOR 2024 AT LUSKVILLE DRAGWAY: FEB 5/24 Juliano Bassi has been around the Ottawa car scene for a very long time, and has been building performance racing transmission for many in the area for just as long. Juliano and Bassi Automatics will also be around Luskville Dragway for 2024 and hopefully a long time to come. Working for B&N Transmission in the early days, Juliano went off on his own very early and quickly created a large following, including many drag racers from the Ottawa and surrounding area. Juliano is a car guy and don't forget that, with a matching numbers SS Chevelle show car, and a full tilt outlaw street Camaro, make know bones about it, this is a guy is in too cars, and performance. The list of customers who many of us know who have relied on Bassi Automatics for the tranny needs reads like a list of winners, Paolo Giust, Mike Gunn, Pierre Luc Mallet, George Christakis, and Chris Sheridan just to name a few. I have too tell you this is one of those new advertisers that make you feel like everything your doing at Luskville Dragway is being noticed, Juliano called me in 2018 and said he wanted to be involved with Luskville Dragway and at the time with the Outlaw Street Car scene, which he is very much involved with. There is no way to explain how good it feels when a business man calls and says I want to put something back into the sport where I do business from. It is what we have always talked about, it make the wheel go round, and it stops the wheels from falling off our local drag strip. Just having someone point that out, makes one realize this the reason we do what we do, and this is the reason we keep working to make Luskville Dragway Better. This will mark the 6th year in a row that Juliano and Bassi Automatics have been involved with Luskville Dragway and we are very pleased that he is. The Bassi Automatics Sign will once again be front and center on the pit side grand stand, that makes it part of many pictures that are taken.
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