Monday, August 25, 2008

Bristol is Bristol!

Danny had always heard that driving at Bristol was like flying a jet fighter in a school gymnasium, but nothing can really prepare you for the sight and sounds of the track! With some of the steepest banking in NASCAR and only 1/2 mile around makes it one of the most unique tracks on the Nationwide circuit.

Danny immediately set to work in the #01 Johnny Davis Motorsports Chevy but learning was tough among the 52 car entry field. Because Danny was locked in the field after the excellent Michigan finish the decision was made to be very conservative on the set up for qualifying. Even though he had to use a provisional to make the field it was probably a smart move as about 7 cars hit the wall during their qualifying runs.

In the race, Danny moved steadily up to a very well respected 30th place finish on a track where the cars make laps every 16 t0 17 seconds and is called the World's fastest half mile! The night was a great learning experience for Danny and a big points gain for the car owner. JDM was very happy the car survived at a track known for tearing up equipment. A complete race at Bristol may be one of Danny's best learning experiences yet.

The race car hauler got back to the shop Saturday morning, the cars were unloaded, new ones loaded up and the hauler left for California Saturday night. Danny and the crew fly out on Wednesday where Danny will make his first laps at the famed 2 mile Auto Club Speedway in Fontana California.

See you at the races!

1 Comments:

At August 30, 2008 6:22 PM , Blogger RD said...

Danny
Just though I would let you know that the guys in Atlanta are pulling for you.Saw you on the track at calif. 01 will soon be #1.
See you in Daytona, GOOD LUCK
RD

 

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