 JUPITER, FL – September 14, 2011 – Making their Palm Beach International Raceway debuts this weekend are the two exhibition acts headlining Fun Ford Weekend presented by Roush Yates and JE Pistons. Chicago-native Animal Jim Feurer brings his 1979 Mercury Zephyr while David Douthit of San Diego pilots the Focus This, jet-powered Ford Focus wagon for this one-day celebration of Ford muscle and horsepower.
Animal Jim Feurer brings the Legendary 1979 Mammoth Mercury Zephyr to PBIR this Saturday. Nicknamed “Zeke” this race car made Animal Jim a major match race star. From 1979 to 1990, Jim piloted Zeke in every sanction, circuit and event possible; Feurer tuned and drove the race car to more than 200 wins, awards, records and three World Championships (1988-1990). During its heyday, Zeke’s best ET was 7.14 at 199.9 mph. Animal Jim and Zeke will tear up PBIR’s drag strip for two exhibition runs this weekend.
David Douthit debuts his jet-powered 2000 Ford Focus wagon at Palm Beach International Raceway this weekend. Family owned and operated, the ‘Focus This’ machine takes 30 gallons of diesel fuel to make a pass down PBIR’s quarter-mile drag strip. This unique compact car is powered by a General Electric J-85 engine, producing 10,000 horsepower and a top speed of 200 miles per hour. In 1993, one week after graduating high school, David obtained his jet dragster license and has been piloting jet-powered vehicles ever since. In addition to the jet-powered capabilities, the ‘Focus This’ machine also has a spectacular neon light show.
In addition to the exhibition runs by Feurer and Douthit, the competition will be fierce as seven drag racing classes compete for titles and trophies in the Quick Ford (Electronic), Fast Ford (Non-Electronic), True Street (DOT), Quick 16 Dragster and Doorcar points races, Four-Door Frenzy, Tough Trucks, Mustang Madness and Compact categories.
Nearly 100 Mustangs will make their way to PBIR on Saturday as part of the Steeda Stampede. The 12th Annual Steeda Stampede begins at 8am at the Steeda Autosports Headquarters in Pompano Beach, FL. The Steeda Stampede Mustangs will participate in the Fun Ford Weekend activities at PBIR including drag racing, car show and autocross. For more information on the Steeda Stampede, visit www.Steeda.com.
Local celebrity, racer and radio personality Joe Castello of Hollywood, FL, will be heard throughout Palm Beach International Raceway as the official announcer of Fun Ford Weekend. An avid drag racer and fan of motorsports, Castello is a respected voice in the racing industry both in South Florida and nationwide. Castello is host of the widely popular drag racing internet radio show WFO Radio.
Those looking to admire the classic, custom and modern Fords can stroll over to the Car Show hosted by South Florida Stangs.net. More than 30 awards will be given in a variety of car show classes at PBIR this weekend. The car show entry is $30, or $25 if purchased in advance at www.racepbir.com. PBIR offers a discount to car and truck clubs during Fun Ford Weekend. Clubs of 10 or more that register in advance save $15 on each car show entry; must register as a group and paid in advance.
In addition to the racing and car shows, spectators and attendees are invited to the north end of PBIR’s road course to participate in the autocross portion of the event. Available to amateur and competitive participants, the solo-timed competition takes place on turns two through nine of PBIR’s state-of-art road course. The autocross is often a favorite of muscle car enthusiasts that want to test everything from handling and suspension to tire grip. To participate in the autocross event, the cost is $25 per entrant. Autocross tickets can be purchased in advance at www.racepbir.com for a reduced rate of $20.
Fun Ford Weekend would not be complete unless there was a swap meet. Racers and auto enthusiasts searching for that hard-to-find part for their custom car might find what they’re looking for during the Swap Meet at PBIR’s Fun Ford Weekend. Swap meet spaces (10x10) are available for $20. All swap meet entry fees include the participant entry.
Fun Ford Weekend Pricing
For participant pricing for the Fun Ford Weekend, visit www.racepbir.com for detailed information.
Spectator tickets:
Saturday: Adults are $20, youth 6-12 are $5, children five and under are free
PALM BEACH INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY
FUN FORD EVENT INFORMATION
Friday, September 16, 2011
9:00 am – 4:00 pm Open Test and Tune. (Entry fee for entire day is $60, $10 for crew.)
6:00 pm - 11:00 pm PBIR Test & Tune. (Entry fee is $25, $10 for crew.)
Saturday, September 17, 2011
8:00 am Participant / Vendor Gate Opens
8:00 am – 11:00 am Car & Truck Show Registration / Tech
8:30 am Spectator Gates Open
10:30 am Quick Ford, Fast Ford, True Street
11:00 am – 5:00 pm Autocross on north course of PBIR Road Course
11:15 am Four-Door Frenzy, Tough Trucks, Mustang Madness
11:35 am Compact
11:50 am Qualifying #1 – Quick 16
12:15 pm Quick Ford, Fast Ford, True Street
12:50 pm Four-Door Frenzy, Tough Trucks, Mustang Madness
1:20 pm Compact
1:35 pm Qualifying #2 – Quick 16
2:15 pm Opening Ceremonies
2:30 pm Exhibition #1 – “Animal” Jim Feurer, driver of the Championship Pro Stock
Legendary Mammoth 700 Boss-engined 79 Mercury Zephyr (Zeke)
2:35 pm Exhibition #2 – David Douthit, driver of the Ford Focus Jet Car
2:45 pm Start of Eliminations: Quick Ford, Fast Ford, True Street
5:00 pm Exhibition #3 – “Animal” Jim Feurer, driver of the Championship Pro Stock
Legendary Mammoth 700 Boss-engined 79 Mercury Zephyr (Zeke)
Exhibition #4 – David Douthit, driver of the Ford Focus Jet Car
5:30 pm Car Show Awards
7:30 pm Track Secure
RACING INFORMATION & ENTRY FEES – SATURDAY
Quick Ford (Electronic) – $40 – Buy Back – $20
Fast Ford (Non-Electronic) – $30 – Buy Back – $15
True Street (DOT) – $20 – Buy Back – $10
Quick 16 Dragster or Doorcar - $65
Quick 16 - $60 – Buy Back – $30
Four-Door Frenzy – $20 –Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Tough Trucks – $20 –Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Mustang Madness (Heads Up) – $20–Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Compact - $20–Buy Back – $10 (trophy)
Crew Pass – $20
Extra Pit Parking Pass – $20
RACER PAYOUT
Quick Ford (Electronic)
Winner: $1,200
Runner-Up: $500
Semi: $150
1/4: $30
Entry: $40
Fast Ford (Non-Electronic)
Winner: $800
Runner-Up: $300
Semi: $80
1/4: $20
Entry: $30
True Street (DOT)
Winner: $175
Runner-Up: $60
Semi: $20
Entry: $20
Quick 16
Winner: $1,000
Runner-Up: $500
Semi: $100
Entry: $60
One qualifying session
Quick 16 (points race)
Winner: $1,000
Runner-Up: $400
Semi: $200
1/4: $75
Entry: $65
Payout Information: All payouts on race day take place in Race Control, once payout rounds are reached.
Saturday True Street Challenges
Racers who purchase a Drag Race entry will be eligible to also compete in the True Street Challenge (If their car meets the class rules.)
Car Show Fees
Car Show is $30, online price - $25
All car show entry fees include the participant entry.
Car / Truck Show Advance Discounts:
Save with advance purchase of car show entry! Clubs of 10 or more that register in advance save $15 on each car show entry; must register as a group and paid in advance.
Additional Participants (All swap meet entry fees include the participant entry)
Swap Meet Spot (10x10) – $20
Autocross - $25 – ($20 advance purchase online)
Extra Pit Vehicle Parking Pass $30 sold only with a Crew Pass
Car Show Categories - Saturday
Two Awards, Winner and Outstanding Achievement, will be given in the following classes:
Mustang 64-70
Mustang 71-78
Mustang 79-93
Mustang 94-98
Mustang 99-04
Mustang 05-Current
SVT & Cobra Mustang
SVT
Roush Mustang
Saleen Mustang
Steeda Mustang
Shelby & BOSS
Probe
Comet, Cougar, Capri
Falcon, Fairlane, Maverick
Thunderbird
Ford Full Size Cars – All Years
Ford Full Size Trucks – All Years
Ford Compact Trucks – All Years
Ford Lightning
Pre-49 Street Rods & Custom
Race Car & Pro Street
Ford Compact – All Years
Lincoln
Mercury
Model A
Model T
Open Ford (Ford Ford vehicles that do not fit in listed classes)
Additional Show Car Categories – Saturday
Best of Show
Track Choice
Best Wheels
Cool Factor
People’s Choice
Best Engine
Best Paint/Body
About Fun Ford Weekend
The family-oriented Fun Ford Weekend series is run by each of the tracks that host the events. Each track creates its own event schedule, racing structure, car show, and if adequate space, will also have autocross competition. The goal of the series is to get as many automotive enthusiasts that have a passion for the Ford brand to participate, spectate, and enjoy the events. For more information on Fun Ford Weekend, visit www.funfordweekend.com.
About Palm Beach International Raceway
Palm Beach International Raceway is a state-of-the-art venue and one of the most popular raceways in the country for racers and spectators alike. As a leader in its operating form and function, PBIR seeks to provide its drivers with a higher level of challenge, excellence and opportunity. PBIR boasts three completely refurbished, exceptionally designed tracks, including a high-performance road course, an all-concrete drag strip and a 7/10’s mile karting track and new karting center. The technologically superior two-mile road course features some of the fastest and most challenging corners and straight-aways offered by any track in North America. PBIR is sanctioned by the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) and is pending certification by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the governing body for many major racing events. For more information on PBIR, please visit the venue’s website at www.RacePBIR.com.
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