FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 30, 2011

SAS East/Ultimate SLM Series engine combos, drivers and strong schedule

The Combination of the SAS East SLM Series, under the newly formed name of “ULTIMATE Super Late Model Series” is up and running strong in its inaugural season in 2011. An incredible first year schedule has been announced along with ‘fan favorite’ teams, notable sponsors and great track venues. The newly formed series will host events in GA, SC, NC, VA and TN. Fans will be treated to spectacular racing hosting driver autograph sessions, true double file restarts, and fireworks at all events.

Drivers signed with the series so far include those of Freddy Smith, Casey Roberts, Jeff Smith, Chris Ferguson, Petey Ivey, Bob Robertson, Tim Allen, Ross Bailes, Robbie Bailey, Donald Bradsher, David Smith, Brent Dixon, Royce Bray, Benji Cole, Daniel Baggerly, Kennie Compton Jr., Kyle Pierce, Brian Grumbles, Brian Ledbetter, Zack Mitchell, Ivedent Lloyd, plus that of Ricky Weeks, Chris Madden, Jonathan Davenport, Anthony Sanders, Johnny Pursley, Doug Sanders, on a race to race basis.

The series will feature over $40,000 in cash plus $20,000 in awards and prizes in its first year of operation. Payout: $15,000, $6000, $4300, $3400, $3000, $2700, $2400, $2200, $2100, $2000. Rookie Award $1000 with both rookie and champion free entry fees for 2012 season.

The series will be monitored by a driver, car owner, and sponsor rules board. Tire testing will only be one of the strict policies in place by the series and monitored by the board along with all of the teams. Engine combinations of basically all types will be allowed to participate based on weight and spoiler size. “We have agreed to meet with the rules board immediately after the first two events” said ULTIMATE Official Jody Palmer. “The first event is on Saturday March 5th at Modoc Speedway. Then at Cherokee Speedway, the following day, we will check our weights and spoilers to make sure we are on the right track. The two tracks are very different so we should have a good handle on things afterwards”.

Engine and weights: GM525 (2200/12 in spoiler), NLMS engine Steel block-aluminum head 358 cu in 2200/12 in spoiler, Steel block-steel head 365 cu in(2200-8 inch spoiler), Steel block- aluminum head 365 cu in (2250 8 inch spoiler), FT Spec 415 cu in (2300-10 inch spoiler), Open motor (2300 8 inch spoiler).

The ULTIMATE Series will utilize the Hoosier “spec” tire 1300, 1350, 1600 and 2700 (RR option only).

2011 Schedule

March
4 - Modoc Speedway McCormick, S.C - Open practice
5 - Modoc Speedway McCormick, S.C - $5000 to win Modoc 100
6 - Cherokee Speedway Gaffney, S.C - $10,000 to win March Madness

April
2 - 311 Speedway Madison, N.C - $4,000 to win
16 - Gordon Park Speedway Grovetown, Ga - $4,000 to win
23 - Volunteer Speedway Bulls Gap, Tn - $4,000 to win Late Model Mania

May
7 - Wythe Raceway Rural Retreat, Va - $4,000 to win
14 - Toccoa Speedway Toccoa, Ga - $4,000 to win
30 - Harris Speedway Rutherfordton, N.C - $4,000 to win

June
14 - Laurens Speedway Laurens, S.C - $3,000 to win Laurens County Shrine Race
25 - Virginia Motor Speedway, Jamaica, VA - $10,000 to win

July
3 - Cherokee Speedway Gaffney, S.C - $4,000 to win Independence Shoot Out
4 - 311 Speedway Madison, N.C - $4,000 to win
16 - Volunteer Speedway Bulls Gap, Tn - $4,000 to win Late Model Mania

September
2 - Wythe Raceway Rural Retreat, Va - Open Practice
3 - Wythe Raceway Rural Retreat, Va - $4000 to win Late Model Mania
4 - Cherokee Speedway Gaffney, S.C - $5000 to win Hall of Fame

October
1 - Cherokee Speedway Gaffney, S.C - $5000 to win Stick Elliot Memorial

November
20 - Cherokee Speedway Gaffney, S.C - $10,000 to win Blue/Gray