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Countdown to the 2011 TNTSS Championship - Fifth Place - Fred Gross
BRAMPTON, ONTARIO (October 12, 2011) When Fred Gross began the 2011 drag racing season, his goal was the same as everyone else's; to get on stage at the Joe’s Transmission TNT Super Series yearend banquet. And get on stage he will, as the Brampton, Ontario racer finished with 544 
points placing him fifth in the highly competitive sportsman drag racing series.
After top ten finishes in both 2009 and 2010, Fred scored four top five qualifying positions in 2011 including a number one; a feat not easily achieved in the TNTSS. Combine those starting positions with two semi-final finishes and many late round appearances and Fred had a very successful season.
“The highlight for me is finishing in the top five, which was my goal from the season start,” commented Fred. “And getting a break at the final race with my closest competitors going out early and me going to the semi's made a huge difference.”
Fred has owned his 1984 Chevrolet Camaro since 2006. Built by Tom Bene, the car has a DSE Automotive prepared 461 cid big block Chevrolet and gets that power to the ground through a mild steel, ladder bar chassis.
No stranger to the winner’s circle, Fred's racing resume includes the 2005 Top ET Track Championship at Cayuga Dragway and an IHRA Ironman from the 2008 Pro Am at Grand Bend.
“I want to thank everyone involved in the TNT Super Series including Joe Boniferro, Ted Barnes, Russ and Arlene Parker and all the sponsors that make our series possible. And all my fellow competitors whose support and friendship make the TNTSS a great series to race in.”
Fred was quick to mention that he really appreciates all the support and guidance he receives from David and Andrew Stirk of DSE Automotive in Brampton. "And Paul McFadyen who revived my interest in the sport 18 years ago,” he added. “My daughter Michelle for crewing with me on Labour Day and my companion Lis for allowing me the latitude to race.”
Fred has a new goal for 2012. He plans a return to TNTSS competition for an event win and to get himself qualified for the 2012 Trailer Shop / ERD Race of Champions.
Next up for the 2011 Joe’s Transmission TNT Super Series is the year-end awards night taking place on Saturday November 12 at Johnny Rocco's in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Visit www.tntsuperseries.com for complete details.
About Joe's Transmission Service
Joe’s Transmission has been in business in Niagara Falls, Ontario since 1984. They sell & install high performance parts & accessories however their specialty is building & repairing high performance transmissions. Contact Joe and his team at (905) 374-6116 or visit them online at www.joestransmission.com .
About the Joe's Transmission TNT Super Series (TNTSS):
Since it began in 2006, the TNT Super Series has grown into one of the strongest, most competitive sportsman drag racing series in North America and has catapulted many competitors to success on the national and divisional stage.
The TNTSS is a self-governing organization with input from its teams. Based on NHRA’s Super Street & IHRA’s Hot Rod classes, competitors run on a 10.90 index in the 1/4 mile (7.00 in the 1/8 mile) and race for a guaranteed purse that pays back more than 100% of the racer's entry fees. The yearend Series Champion receives a prize package worth over $3500.00.
The TNTSS is committed to providing the highest level of competition backed by solid media support to showcase its participants across North America. Events are contested at various drag racing facilities in southern Ontario and western New York and put on a spectacular show for the drag racing fan.
Photo credit: Dale Boeru - www.CanadianDragRacer.ca and Ron Rigby - ronrigby@rochester.rr.com
For more information please contact:
Lewis Robinson
TNT Super Series - Media Relations
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