|
Brian Brown – Bad Vibrations!
(Bill W) August 27, 2008 – Brian Brown found a little something to improve his lackluster qualifying as of late, and in turn, ran a strong feature event at the Knoxville Raceway. His third place feature finish may have been better, had a vibration not developed in the driveline. Nonetheless, it was a positive heading into this weekend's Season Championship Night festivities at Knoxville.
Brian timed in sixth quick in time trials, quite an accomplishment considering the struggles in the past couple of months. "We kind of figured out what was going wrong with the deal," says Brian. "It's a shame it took us so long to figure out. We didn't do anything different; it was just a minor thing that we figured out. Hopefully, that can cure our problem heading into next year. That was a big confidence booster."
Brian held his own in the heat, starting fifth and finishing there. Unfortunately, a problem kept him from further progress. "We had a bad vibration in the driveline, starting in the heat," he says. "We checked the gear, the ring and pinion, and all of that, and didn't find anything."
Starting outside row four for the 20-lap main event, and by lap seven, he was into the top five. The bad vibration continued. "We had the same vibration in the feature," he says. "We still haven't found the reason for it. Obviously, we weren't the fastest car there with (Mark) Dobmeier (who won) out front, but I felt without our problem, we were the second place car."
Indeed, Brian charged into second behind Dobmeier before a late restart with two laps to go. With Danny Lasoski behind him and the problem with the car, it was all Brian could do to hold onto third at the checkers in the Tim and Gina Doogs SuperClean #21. "I was kind of caught between a rock and a hard place on the last restart," he remembers. "I wasn't strong enough to go around Dobmeier on the high side…I would have finished third anyway. I took my chances on the bottom, and Danny got by on the high side. It would have been nice to try for the win without the vibration though."
The track stayed heavy again all night long. Though it was wide enough to pass, it remained fast for everyone. "I don't know what the deal with the track is this year," says a perplexed Brown. "The moisture seems to be coming up all night long. The bottom of turns one and two has been so good this year, and that throws the good stuff up towards the middle. You saw that on the last laps there, where Danny got by me for second. That was his fastest lap of the feature, and he went right through the middle."
Brian gets one more chance to win his first weekly feature at the "Sprint Car Capital of the World". "We haven't won a local show all year at Knoxville, and we're going to do our best to get that done on Saturday night," he says. "Then we'll hit either Lake Ozark or Bethany on Sunday."
Brian on KGGO Friday Mornings
…by a radio station. Brian will be joining Lou, the Round Guy and Heather on KGGO "Classic Rock that Rocks" at 94.9 on the FM dial. He is calling each Friday morning at 6:45 a.m. during the race season to keep them apprised of his latest outings. Be sure to listen in!
Website
For up to date information on Brian Brown, visit the revamped www.BrianBrownRacing.com!
T-shirts
New t-shirts are available and can be ordered at Brian's website (www.BrianBrownRacing.com), www.Racingthreads.com, or catch us at the races!
Brian's Q&A
Rodney in Savannah, MO asks: This year you've raced side by side with your Uncle (Danny Lasoski) several times. Is it different dicing it up with him, than other drivers?
Brian answers: Not really. No matter who you race with, whether it's him, Billy Alley or Robert Bell, you know what their tendencies or characteristics are out there. You know what they do when they pass you, or are beside you. You put that in the memory bank and use it later on. Racing with Danny, you know he's thinking two laps ahead. He may not race you dirty, but he'll take the clean air from you for a corner. People who have raced with the Outlaws for as long as he has, do that sort of thing. It's always fun to race with him, and he seems to get the upper hand 99% of the time. We'll keep working, and hopefully, that will start to reverse.
Got a question for Brian? Send it to us at [email protected], and we may answer it in this section! Put "? for Brian" in your subject line.
Brown's Bits
On this day in 2005, Brian bested Billy Alley, Kerry Madsen, Ricky Logan and Justin Henderson for a well earned win at Knoxville. Brian has been on the Knoxville podium almost as much this year as last (7 in '08, 8 in '07), but the difference is in the wins. He was able to gather five total wins last year including three in a row in June and July. This year, he grabbed his first win on Friday of the Nationals. He has a better top ten record than last year at the famous half-mile, but not as many top fives. He is still in striking range of a third place point finish, but things would have to fall his way this Saturday!
SuperClean
SuperClean is the "super product" for your home, auto, outdoor and marine cleaning jobs. Whether it is grease, oil, wax, tar or dirt that you need to clean from concrete, wheels or just about anything else, SuperClean is the product for you! To learn more about SuperClean, visit www.SuperClean.com!
SuperClean Products include:
Tire Gloss
Get a showroom shine every time! Rejuvenate your tires with SuperClean Tire Gloss. Our unique formula clings to tires, giving them a long-lasting luster while protecting against dirt, dust and road grime.
Accuvision
When wet weather hits, rest assured that SuperClean AccuVision will help you drive safely by keeping your windshield clear and the road in sight! Our advanced technology improves visibility by repelling rain, sleet, and snow without any rubbing, buffing or waxing. Use it on any glass surface for a long-lasting, high-quality treatment.
Tough Task Cleaner-Degreaser
If you have tough, caked-on grease, then SuperClean Tough Task Cleaner-Degreaser is the multipurpose cleaner you need. This concentrated, industrial strength formula quickly removes grease, oil, wax, tar, and dirt on contact leaving your surface as clean as new.
All Wheel Cleaner
If you love your car more than you love your…well you know, then SuperClean All Wheel Cleaner is for you. This custom-blend formula instantly releases road grime and brake dust, leaving wheels clean to the original finish.
Concrete Cleaner
Great house…dirty driveway? Then you need SuperClean Concrete Cleaner. This concentrated, professional strength formula cuts away grease, grime, dirt, and organic stains leaving your concrete surface as clean as the original finish.
See Heather at a grandstand entrance near you or visit the team's trailer to get your free sample! Superclean is available at Wal-Mart, Autozone, O'Reilly Auto Parts, or to find a retailer near you visit www.superclean.com.
Marketing Partner of the Week – Ditzfeld Transfer
Ditzfeld Transfer has been with Brian since the start of his racing career, and was his first sponsor. The Sedalia based family owned trucking business has been in operation for over 45 years, and has a commitment to maintaining the highest level of service. Currently, Ditzfeld Transfer utilizes more than 50 power units and 160 trailers. To learn more about Ditzfeld Transfer, visit www.DitzfeldTransfer.com!
Brian's Updates
Brian's Releases are an up close look at the past, present and future of 2007 Knoxville Raceway track champion, Brian Brown. To receive Brian's weekly updates, send an e-mail to [email protected] with "Brian" in the subject line.
Brian would like to thank SuperClean, Ditzfeld Transfer, Boss Hogg Food Products, Maxim Racing, American Compressed Steel, Michael Ross Memorial Foundation, Champion Brands, Legend Suzuki, Housby Trucks, K&N Filters, Hostiowa.net, Yeager's Harley Davidson, Saldana Radiators, Fuel-Safe Tanks, Blue Springs Extreme Powersports, Awesome Racewear, Wolfe Eye Clinic, Shock Doctor, Weld Wheels, Fire-Down Graphics, Bell Helmets, CP Pistons, Paul's Auto Body Supply, Butler Built Seats, Rod End Supply, Winters Performance Products, ISC Racers Tape, Simpson, Racing Optics, Pro Shocks, Dake Law Office, Wes. Mo. Auto, Don's Truck Wash, Sunshack Tan, McCroskey Chevrolet, Gardner Farms and Hoosier Tires for all their help!
(Rob Gray Photo)
Bill W MediaMonroe, IAUSA[email protected]
If this post isn't results, stories or something c
constructive, it isn't me!
@BillWMedia
www.OpenWheel101.com
|
