Dyno Dave Heitzman Norwalk National Preview

Dyno Dave Ready for Return to Ohio​

Dyno Dave Heitzman, driver of the Knoll Gas -Torco Racing Fuels A-fuel dragster, is ready to get things underway at the Summit Racing Equipment Nationals in Norwalk, Ohio. The northwest Ohio native has been hard at work since his last event trying figure out how to consistently get his Knoll Gas – Torco Racing Fuels Top Alcohol Dragster down the quarter mile.

“I am so excited to come back to Ohio and race this weekend. It will be great to put on a show for the “hometown” crowd and all my friends and family who are planning on coming out to the track. Since our last event we have done some testing and we feel like we are getting a handle on the tune-up. In this sport you can qualify #1 one week and not even make the show the next. But, a day at the drag strip is better than a day doing anything else,” said Dyno.

On Wednesday, the Team was in town and able to participate in the 10th annual Thunder in the Streets. The event gave fans a chance to see the car and meet Dyno Dave in downtown Norwalk, Ohio.

“It has been about a year since I started driving this car and I am loving every second of it. We are having a lot of fun this year doing it as a family. My wife and kids all work on the crew and I couldn’t be more happy with where I think this operation is headed. I would love to get this car in the winner’s circle this weekend for Evan, and with all our Knoll Gas – Torco Racing Fuels Teams on the property I am sure it will be a great time.”

Qualifying begins on Friday at 2 PM and will continue at 6 PM. On Saturday, they will get one more shot to make the 16-car field at 11 AM. Final eliminations will begin on Saturday at 4:30 PM and continue on Sunday around noon. For up to date coverage of the event, please log onto www.dragracecentral.com.

Quick Facts

• Dyno earned two wins in his first season behind the wheel of the A-fuel dragster last year.
• The Team, owned by Knoll Gas – Torco Racing Fuels, finished in the Top 20 in the National points standings last year running a limited schedule.
• His racing career began 24 years ago, with ATVs before moving on to Pro Mod Motorcycles and eventually dragsters.
• Heitzman is employed by Knoll Gas – Torco Racing Fuels and resides in Decatur, Michigan, the company’s corporate headquarters.

Dyno Dave’s A-Fuel dragster is owned by 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.

Submitted by: Shanna Snyder-Bell

Contact person: Dave Heitzman
Contact email address: torcodyno@yahoo.com