[DeTomaso] Silver State is a GO

[Asa Jay Laughton]

Team Pantera Racing has at least two drivers with their Panteras entered 
and ready to run the race on Sunday.  Dennis (Mad Dog) Antenucci in his 
ever popular blue rocket and joining him this year is Scott Couchman.

Scott is driving his Yellow w/Black stripes 1972 Pre-L Pantera with a 
mildly modified 351C, full roller valve train, aluminum pistons and a 
slightly rumpy cam.  He's looking to tech at 140 but not sure exactly 
what target speed he's going to run yet.  After failing to pass tech 
last year due to tire issues, Scott is ready with some new Mustang 
Bullit wheels in 17x8 and 18x9 shod with Continental Sport Contact 2 
tires.  He communicated with the Tire Tech guy for Silver State ahead of 
time to make sure his selected rubber would pass tech for the Pantera.

No word on the speed bracket Mad Dog will be entered in.  It could be 
150, 160 or maybe he's getting even bolder.

We've been hearing some from Dan Courtney lately, racing his Beast 
around closed tracks.  No word from him if he plans on running Silver 
State this year or not, but we wouldn't be too surprised if he showed up 
to give Dennis a run for his money.  (note:  The 5 Million dollars is 
not being offered this year)


The pair are leaving this morning on their way to Ely.  Hopefully we'll 
be hearing from them both later tonight from the hotel.

Please join me in wishing them the best for this years event.
Asa Jay


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Asa Jay Laughton, MSgt, USAFR, Retired

& Shelley Marie
Spokane, WA

1971 Mach I Mustang  [ASA JAY]
1973 Pantera L 5533  [ASASCAT]
    
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