Toledo Speedway

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Joy Fair’s family.  Joy passed away December 10; services were held December 16.  The service concluded with Joy’s daughter waving the checkered flag and his son, Mark, serving as the announcer as the crowd rose to give a standing ovation; a fitting tribute to a true family man, hero, legend and friend to many. 

This is the second of our monthly off-season bulletins.  It will be posted here on the webpages and emailed to our members who have provided email addresses.  If you would like to be added to that list, email your address to Sherry at smiller@arcaracing.com.  These bulletins will not be mailed. 

Please direct any calls to the Toledo office during the winter months; the Flat Rock office is closed.  The Toledo phone number is 419-727-1100.

SCHEDULES:  The 2012 schedules will be posted Thursday, December 21 on the website.

 TAX FORMS:  The W-9’s are posted under forms.  IF someone other than the driver is to receive the winnings, this form MUST be filled out.  We will also have them at the banquet. 

MINORS RELEASES, ETC:  For 2012, BOTH parents and/or guardians will be required to sign the minor’s release waiver.  15 year olds will also now be permitted to compete in the Sportsman class.  ALL drivers younger than 16 will have a set of requirements to meet, which is outlined below:  Personal meeting with ARCA officials; background profile/resume, private on-track test session with observers on hand, restrictive/probationary status for designated period of time.  Please contact the track if you have a driver under the age of 16 that will be competing next season. 

RULES:  The 2012 changes are posted on the website and were mailed to the 2011 driver/owner membership.  FIGURE 8’S:  In regards to the road course oil pan for the crate engine---call the track to arrange for a tech inspector to be there to seal your engine when you get ready to install your pan.  A reminder that 2012 will be the last year for helmets dated with the Snell 2000. 

MEMBERSHIPS:  The excess medical amount is now $500,000, up from $300,000 in 2011.  There is no cost increase in memberships for 2012.  Memberships will be mailed to 2011 driver/owner list by March 1.  IF you need a membership earlier, call Sherry at 734-847-6726. 

4 CYLINDERS:  Will be required to run the raceceivers in 2012.  They may be purchased from the track after March 1. 

TRANSPONDERS:  In the past year, we have had more problems with transponders coming off of cars and then getting destroyed.  In 2012, a fee will be charged when a unit comes off a car that has not been in an accident that would have caused it to fall off.  We have had to stop races to pick them up off the track, etc.  The new units are $400 each……simply, be sure your transponder is secured! 

Flat Rock will have open practice Saturday, April 21.  The first race is Saturday, April 28 with Figure 8’s, Street Stocks, 4 Cylinders and a 250 lap Enduro race.  The Late Models will have their first race of the season May 5.  The CRA Super Series will visit Flat Rock Saturday, September 8. 

Toledo:  Open practice is Sunday, April 22; Toledo opens with a Twin 100’s show Sunday, April 29 with the CRA Super Series and the ARCA Late Model Gold Cup.  There will be an open practice Saturday, April 28.  The first weekly show is Friday, May 4.  

LATE MODEL GOLD CUP:  Sunday, April 29-Toledo; Saturday, June 23-Flat Rock; Friday, July 6-Toledo; Saturday, July 28, Stan Yee 150, Flat Rock; Friday, August 17-Toledo, in conjunction with the Main Event Racing Series.  Kevin Jaycox has purchased the Main Event and has adopted the Alliance body measurements.  More details on August 17 will be available at a later date. 

What’s New??  The Toledo grandstand project is moving slowly as we get through the permit processes required by the city;  Look for Facebook and Twitter to be a part of both tracks before the 1^st races of the year!  We are working on creating “Autograph Alleys” at both tracks…more later on this project.  And look for “Gold VIP seating” to be available at both tracks for 2012---more details soon!  We are also getting things in order to hopefully implement on-line ticket sales…. 

Gary Lindahl:  Gary is doing well as he recuperates from his surgery in November.  He would like to thank all of those that sent cards and notes…he will “See Ya” soon! 

Speedway Bar and Grille Dates to Remember!

Saturday, Feb. 18:  ARCA 200 party

Sunday, Feb. 26:  Daytona 500 party (we had almost 300 people last year!)

Saturday, March 17:  Racer’s Reunion from Noon to 5, Michigan Auto Racing Fan Club meeting at 6:30, followed by St. Patrick’s Day Party (which is really all day long!) 

As we close out the year, we extend our thanks to all of you for the time and effort you put forth to race with us…it is greatly appreciated!  From our families to yours,  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year…January bulletin will be posted on the 23^rd….