Exciting new addition to the Texas Diesel Shootout!! - Competition Diesel.Com

gitchesum · 12-21-2010, 03:38 PM

Just wanted to let you have a little sneak peek to what’s coming up for the 2011 season of the Texas Diesel Shootout.
In addition to the “pick ‘em” race we currently run at the Texas Diesel Shootout, I’m excited to announce we will have a heads up points series, with a season payout of no less than $2000 for the fastest trucks in Texas. The best part is, it doesn't cost you a penny to run in the series.

While this is still in the planning stages, here’s an idea of how it will work:
• Anyone wanting to join the TDS Racing Series will need to register for it. This can be done at the track when you make your first race. Anyone is eligible to register for the series and there is no limit on the number of racers that can be registered.
• Current plan is to run the fastest 8 trucks every month with a qualifying time of 11:49 or faster. Which means you will need the safety equipment to run those kinds of times. If you are not in the 8 fastest trucks that month, you will still receive points for qualifying.
• Each racer will be awarded points for one single qualifying run. You can run as many as you want, but only points will be awarded for one.
• Each racer will be awarded points for each elimination round they advance to all the way to the final round. The amount of points awarded has not been determined
• At the end of the year, the racer with the most points takes home the prize money.

As we get closer to the opening race(to be determined at a later date), we will roll out any additional details and rules that we feel need to be addressed.
Bottom line, if you want the cash, you have to show up at each race and run consistent. Working with Mike on the little red truck, I know how hard this can be. We just wanted to offer up some kind of reward for you guys putting the hard work and the dollars into building these race trucks and coming out to race for the fans. You guys are very much appreciated.

As stated, this is still in the planning stage, and more information regarding the first race, and any additions or changes to the rules will be posted here and on the Texas Diesel Shootout Facebook page.

Good Luck and we all look forward to seeing everyone come out and enjoy the races.

02HO4X4 · 12-21-2010, 03:41 PM

Sounds like this year is going to be a lot of fun!

farm boy · 12-21-2010, 04:24 PM

Sounds like a winner!

gitchesum,
David talked to me about helping out at the races if and when you need it. Just let me know what I can do. Pm me to get ahold of me.

Thanks, Clayton.

Lostnwalmart · 12-21-2010, 04:40 PM

Sounds like I to make the truck faster

02HO4X4 · 12-21-2010, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Lostnwalmart

Sounds like I to make the truck faster

Just run a consistent 17 and show up to every race! You'll win it all

Lostnwalmart · 12-21-2010, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by 02HO4X4

Just run a consistent 17 and show up to every race! You'll win it all

Lol ill probably break 115 MPH before the 12 second barrier lol

MDW · 12-21-2010, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 02HO4X4

Just run a consistent 17 and show up to every race! You'll win it all

Nope, gotta run 11.49 or quicker

gitchesum · 12-21-2010, 04:46 PM

Well, run consistant 11.49 times and maybe....

This is our way of showing our appreciation to the guys who put a lot of time and money in their trucks to make them that fast. I know how much work they've put into those trucks.

Lostnwalmart · 12-21-2010, 05:04 PM

You still going to do the pick and match for possible slower trucks? Defantly a good way to get the fast trucks there consistantly with the cash money, and to promote new trucks to be built. Rock on guys great work

gitchesum · 12-21-2010, 05:19 PM

We will definetly still be doing the trophy race for the rest of the racers that come out.

CREED1 · 12-21-2010, 08:34 PM

Sounds like a good format and should help draw in some faster trucks.
Looks like I better get to work on getting mine dialed in and add a lil

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VMAX · 12-27-2010, 08:54 PM

Should be fun...... How about a big ass texas trophy at the end of the season? One that say needs to be strapped in a seat belt for the ride home

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MDW · 12-28-2010, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by VMAX

Should be fun...... How about a big ass texas trophy at the end of the season? One that say needs to be strapped in a seat belt for the ride home

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That sounds like a great idea, let me know when you get it done so I can take a pic for everyone to see

VMAX · 12-28-2010, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by MDW

That sounds like a great idea, let me know when you get it done so I can take a pic for everyone to see

Ok I got this.......... Do we want to throw down the big bucks and do 3/4" plywood or just use particle board? Finish her up with an engraver and a rattle can?

*Powerstroke Racer* · 12-28-2010, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by VMAX

Ok I got this.......... Do we want to throw down the big bucks and do 3/4" plywood or just use particle board? Finish her up with an engraver and a rattle can?

Kinda like the truck

Lostnwalmart · 12-28-2010, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Powerstroke Racer

Kinda like the truck

at least his runs

MDW · 12-28-2010, 09:34 PM

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Originally Posted by VMAX

Ok I got this.......... Do we want to throw down the big bucks and do 3/4" plywood or just use particle board? Finish her up with an engraver and a rattle can?

Now THAT'S a plan.......

I will sponsor the rattle can

VMAX · 12-28-2010, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Powerstroke Racer

Kinda like the truck

Yea except I used red oak...... Not in the budget.

Speaking of running trucks are you gonna take another 5 years off now, start wrenching or buy a cummins?

MDW · 12-28-2010, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Powerstroke Racer

Kinda like the truck

If his truck is plywood/particle board then you better hope he never invests in good stuff as he has gone waaaaay faster than Snow Queen has ever wished for.......

Turn on the bottle cockshucker

ramctd · 12-28-2010, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Powerstroke Racer

Kinda like the truck

His or yours???

12-21-2010, 03:38 PM	#1
gitchesum Name: gitchesum Title: Too Much Time Status: Not Here Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Pearland, Tx Member`s Gallery Posts: 1,140	Exciting new addition to the Texas Diesel Shootout!! Just wanted to let you have a little sneak peek to what’s coming up for the 2011 season of the Texas Diesel Shootout. In addition to the “pick ‘em” race we currently run at the Texas Diesel Shootout, I’m excited to announce we will have a heads up points series, with a season payout of no less than $2000 for the fastest trucks in Texas. The best part is, it doesn't cost you a penny to run in the series. While this is still in the planning stages, here’s an idea of how it will work: • Anyone wanting to join the TDS Racing Series will need to register for it. This can be done at the track when you make your first race. Anyone is eligible to register for the series and there is no limit on the number of racers that can be registered. • Current plan is to run the fastest 8 trucks every month with a qualifying time of 11:49 or faster. Which means you will need the safety equipment to run those kinds of times. If you are not in the 8 fastest trucks that month, you will still receive points for qualifying. • Each racer will be awarded points for one single qualifying run. You can run as many as you want, but only points will be awarded for one. • Each racer will be awarded points for each elimination round they advance to all the way to the final round. The amount of points awarded has not been determined • At the end of the year, the racer with the most points takes home the prize money. As we get closer to the opening race(to be determined at a later date), we will roll out any additional details and rules that we feel need to be addressed. Bottom line, if you want the cash, you have to show up at each race and run consistent. Working with Mike on the little red truck, I know how hard this can be. We just wanted to offer up some kind of reward for you guys putting the hard work and the dollars into building these race trucks and coming out to race for the fans. You guys are very much appreciated. As stated, this is still in the planning stage, and more information regarding the first race, and any additions or changes to the rules will be posted here and on the Texas Diesel Shootout Facebook page. Good Luck and we all look forward to seeing everyone come out and enjoy the races.

12-21-2010, 04:24 PM	#3
farm boy Name: farm boy Title: Too Much Time Status: Not Here Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Rosharon, TX Member`s Gallery Posts: 321	Sounds like a winner! gitchesum, David talked to me about helping out at the races if and when you need it. Just let me know what I can do. Pm me to get ahold of me. Thanks, Clayton. __________________ 2002 F-250 4X4, Flatbed Cryo'd Forged Rods ~Comp 910's ~DI Push Rods ~ARP Studs ~IH Up-pipes ~GTP38R/1.15 ~238cc/80% Injectors ~Fuelab ~Built Auto ~Gearhead Tunes ~Gooseneck Brand Flatbed

12-27-2010, 08:54 PM	#12
VMAX Name: VMAX Title: Too Much Time Status: Not Here Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Houston Texas Member`s Gallery Posts: 3,363	Should be fun...... How about a big ass texas trophy at the end of the season? One that say needs to be strapped in a seat belt for the ride home . __________________ 1978 LIL Red Cummins Express Truck 2015 Ford F250 tow pig https://www.facebook.com/cumminsexpress?ref=hl

12-21-2010, 04:46 PM	#8
gitchesum Name: gitchesum Title: Too Much Time Status: Not Here Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Pearland, Tx Member`s Gallery Posts: 1,140	Well, run consistant 11.49 times and maybe.... This is our way of showing our appreciation to the guys who put a lot of time and money in their trucks to make them that fast. I know how much work they've put into those trucks.

12-21-2010, 05:19 PM	#10
gitchesum Name: gitchesum Title: Too Much Time Status: Not Here Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Pearland, Tx Member`s Gallery Posts: 1,140	We will definetly still be doing the trophy race for the rest of the racers that come out.

12-21-2010, 08:34 PM	#11
CREED1 Name: CREED1 Title: Throwed Off Status: Not Here Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Cleveland, Tx Member`s Gallery Posts: 2,880	Sounds like a good format and should help draw in some faster trucks. Looks like I better get to work on getting mine dialed in and add a lil .