Dave Hedges - Brainerd National Preview

This One’s for the Troops​

The Knoll Gas – Torco Racing Fuels blown alcohol dragster driven by Dave Hedges is going to Brainerd, Minnesota to see if they can bring home their first Wally this weekend. This year, they have put together a string of strong showings including a final round appearance, but they continue to focus on taking their operation all the way to the winner’s circle.

“You know we are really ready to get out there. If the past means anything at all, these should be the best conditions we have seen in a long time. We are going to try a few new things with this car and see if we can’t get some more power out of this Knoll Gas – Torco Racing Fuels dragster,” said Brian Pfeifer, crew chief on the car.

“There is nothing the guys on this Team, including me, would want to do but come out to the track each week. We know that none of this would be possible without the all the brave men and women that risk their lives day after day for us overseas. They make sure we are safe and they give up the things they love to do so that we can be free. There is no greater sacrifice and we really want to thank them for all they do. We have a special connection to the 1744th Transportation Company because Marc Erickson’s (Autometer) brother, Jon, is serving with them right now. We would really love to bring the Wally home for them.”

Qualifying begins on Friday at 1:30 PM and continues at 4:30 PM. On Saturday, Top Alcohol Dragster will get its final qualifying shot at 1 PM. At 4 PM on Saturday they will have their first round of eliminations, which continue on Sunday following the Pro session.

Quick Facts

• Earlier this year, Hedges reached the final round for the first time at a Lucas Oil Series event.
• Last year, the Team finished in the Top 10 in the Divisional points standings. He is currently sitting in the Top 5.
• The Team based out of Decatur, Michigan is owned by Knoll Gas – Torco Racing Fuels.
• Driver, Dave Hedges, has over 25 years of racing experience.

The Team would like to thank their major sponsors Knoll Gas - TORCO Racing Fuels and Seelye – Wright Auto Group and their associate sponsors Autometer, Fatheadz Sunglasses, Hoosier Tires, Lucas Oil, NGK Sparkplugs and Powershield Coatings for their continued support this year.

The Team is owned by Knoll Gas - TORCO Racing Fuels. By logging onto www.torcoracefuels.com you can access their full line of innovative products including racing gasoline, additives, and Skull Gear.

The Team would like to send a special thank you out to all the extraordinary men and women overseas who keep help keep us safe everyday. Everything you do is appreciated more than we will ever be able to show you. We hope that each and every one of you come home safely to your friends and family.

Submitted by: Shanna Snyder-Bell
Contact email address: Brian Pfeifer - torcoman@aol.com