“Rocky D” to Step On PMRA Program
Last year’s PMRA circuit newcomer Rocky Di Lecce has plans to “step on it” during the upcoming 2013 season. Armed with increased power — his 1968 Camaro is expected to be a bona-fide contender…
Rocky Di Lecce will be returning to the Pro Modified Racing Association with some more horsepower and a lighter car for 2013.
“We found some more horsepower and lightened up the car”, noted Di Lecce, who placed fifth in the PMRA points race in 2012, his first year in the popular Pro Modified series. “We should be faster than last year.”
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The 1968 Chevy Camaro is powered by a 526-cubic inch Brad Anderson (BAE) Hemi sitting in the Tim McAmis Race Cars chassis. A Lenco Drive sits behind the engine, which features a Kobelco Supercharger and Waterman Racing fuel system. The former OSCA champion qualified for all PMRA races last season, his best showing a runner-up finish to eventual PMRA champion Eric Latino during the IHRA MOPAR Nationals at Grand Bend. His best run in the Camaro to date has been a 5.99-second, 230-mph posting.
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Crew chief for the team is Angelo Aceto, with Emilio Aceto, Kevin Cooper, Tony Presto, Michael Aceto and Nadia Di Lecce rounding out the crew. Sponsorship for the effort is provided by Metro Infrastructure Inc. and Midway Automotive. Di Lecce added he wanted to thank Pro Modified engine builder and tuner Al Billes for his assistance and shop time.
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Di Lecce plans to get some seat time in the car before the start of the PMRA racing this May. He said last season the team did not get enough preparation time, but this year will be different..
We learned a lot last year, he said. The first time I drove the car was in the opening race, and it was like every event was a test session. But this year will be different, he continued. We plan on doing some testing before the start of the season. We’ll be ready.
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Di Lecce will begin his 2013 PMRA season with the series opener, the May 10-11 event at US 131 Motorsports Park in Martin, Michigan. This will be the first of eight races for the PMRA this year.
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The PMRA www.PMRA.ca, races in conjunction with its companion series, the Quick 32 Sportsman Series presented by NAPA Auto Parts www.Quick32.ca, and the Pro Bike & Sled Series presented by Wiseco Performance Products www.PBSS.ca throughout the year, presenting an exciting and colorful package of drag racing action.
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For more information contact Bruce F. Mehlenbacher at Bruce@PMRA.ca
Photo Credit: Brennan Shortall
Posted by: Tim Miller
