T.J. Zizzo had just qualified the PEAK, HERCULINER / O'Reilly Top Fuel Dragster at the U.S.
Nationals, the largest and most prestigious drag race in the world. The tension and anticipation
for the first round match up with multi-time champion Tony Schumacher was the classic David versus
Goliath story line. Although the sling shot was loaded, a problem in the clutch linkage wouldn't
allow T.J. to return from his burnout for the match up. Schumacher would go on to set low elapsed
time of eliminations and win his eighth U.S. Nationals Events.
Hind sight proved that it was another one of Tony's days. Zizzo agrees, "He owns that place. "I'm
not sure that we could have beat him on that pass, but we would have loved to run along side of
him."
While Zizzo and his team didn't get a chance to challenge for the first round win, they were happy
with the weekend.
"Anytime you get a chance to compete and make the field at Indianapolis it's an honor. We brought a
fresh combination and worked at it and the car responded nicely. I think we've got a tune up now
that will work in Dallas and Memphis and give us an opportunity to showcase exactly what we can
do," Zizzo said.
T.J. Zizzo and the PEAK, HERCULINER, O'Reilly Top Fuel Dragster will rejoin the NHRA drag racing
series when they return to the Texas Motorplex for the O'Reilly Super Start Batteries NHRA Fall
Nationals, September 24-27.
About Old World Industries
PEAK Antifreeze is marketed and distributed by Old World Industries, which is among the largest
privately-held companies competing in the automotive aftermarket. The Northbrook, Illinois-based
company enjoys a presence in the automotive product markets, energy exploration, and chemical
manufacturing in more than 50 countries worldwide. Old World's other brands include HERCULINER
Truck Bed Liner Kits; PEAK Windshield Wash and Wiper Blades; PEAK Performance Motor Oil; a full
line of PEAK Electronics; SIERRA, the safer antifreeze; and SplitFire Spark Plugs. For more
information, please visit http://www.oldworldind.com
