We are pleased to announce that Paolos Bar and Restaurant, Maximum Car Audio, and Auto Trim Design LLC will be part of the marketing effort for Elk Motorsports in 2009. Paolos and Maximum are located on Lancaster Pike in Shillington, PA (actually directly across the street from each other). Auto Trim is located on route 61 north or Reading (across from Savage 61 Dodge).
Paolos has a wide variety of food and spirits ranging from pizza and sandwiches to italian specialties. Special thanks to Nick and the crew!
Maximum Car Audio can do just about anything car related that you can dream about. They can do alarms, DVD players, remote starters, wheels, tires, and other custom work. Check out JC and his shop. You will be amazed at the endless possibilities.
Auto Trim Design does lots of vehicle customizing including lettering, graphics, signs, banners and decals. They also can design and produce t-shirts, other apparel and wall graphics. Thanks to the Reed family for their support.
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Thursday, April 23nd, 2009
We would like to thank the following marketing partners who are returning for 2009:
Savage 61 Dodge, Berger's Auto Detailing, espXpress, Diamond in the Ruff Mobile Grooming, The Dent Guy, Mayflower Beverage, Wheel Dynamics, and Snooky's Vintage Originals.
Their support is greatly appreciated and makes our fun and success possible. Please remember to keep these businesses in mind when you are spending your hard-earned cash!
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009
The 2009 racing season has officially opened for Elk Motorsports.
The new car, a 1984 Chevy Monte Carlo, has been completed with the exception of the lettering. "Nothing Comes Easy V" definitely lived up to its name. Many trials and tribulations were overcome to get the car to the track for the opener at Big Diamond Raceway this past Sunday.
Shon continued his impressive streak of drawing for position and drew #77 (typical luck). That put the 10x Monte Carlo in the 30th starting position at the drop of the green.
Right out of the box the car was extremely fast and Shon moved into the 10th postion by lap 7. Shortly after, a small motor issue sidelined the Elk Motorsports team for the day with a 30th place finish.
Although the run was short, it was a very positive sign for the team for things to come.
Engine builder Dan "The Shermanator" Sherman should have the motor back together by Thursday night. Shon and the team plan to head to Grandview Speedway on Sunday April 26th for the Spring Fling NEETS event.
We thank you for your support and look forward to a great 2009! Stop by the race shop or check out the website at www.elkmotorsports.com for more details
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Wednesday, November 5th, 2008
The 2008 racing season has officially come to a close for Elk Motorsports.
The final race at Grandview was exciting but a bit of a disappointment. Shon started 13th out of the 33 car field. After slipping back early (literally slipping because the track was really wet), Shon and the Crown Vic (nicknamed the Edsel) charged to the front. While running 3rd and reeling in the leader, the left front tie rod snapped and the team was done for the day. Shon completed approximately 78 of the scheduled 131 laps.
The very next week, Shon delivered the Crown Vic to New Egypt Speedway to its new owner, Katie Lyons (daughter of former Sportsman racer Mike Lyons). Katie was surprised to see the car in the pits waiting for her. She has been a past winner in the demo derby division at New Egypt.
So what's next?
2009 will mean a new car for Elk Motorsports. Shon has purchased a 1984 Chevy Monte Carlo and is in the process of stripping the parts off so that the roll cage can be installed. This car will become "Nothing Comes Easy V," which follows the slogan that Shon's father, Lenny, has used on all of his race cars.
We thank you for your support in 2008 and look forward to a great 2009! Stop by the race shop to check out the progress on the new car.
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Monday, October 13th, 2008
The Big Diamond season has come to a close. In the season finally, Shon started the race from the 6th position. The 10x made it out front to lead its first laps in Shon's career. While having some handling issues (the left front brake caliper was hanging up), Shon and the team managed to hang on for a 7th place effort. This included at spin with 5 laps to go.
All in all, it was a successful season at Big Diamond. The Elk Motorsports team finished 6th in points.
We will be heading to Grandview for the NEETS Frankenduro 131 lap event this Sunday, October 19th. The racing starts at 4 PM with the 4 cylinders opening the event.
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Sunday, September 14th, 2008
This week was quite different for the Sinking Spring based driver. A problem with a fuel leak had the #10 Crown Vic starting shotgun from the 50th position. Through the trials and tribulations of two flat tires, cars spinning in front of Shon, and an intake hose sucking shut, the team (and a team effort it was) salvaged a 13th place finish. This was a 150 lap event and double points, so Shon and the team slipped back to the 5th spot in points.
The car is bruised but not broken. A new steering box, a center link and some new tires will get the team back on track for the special Saturday night show on October 11, 2008 at Big Diamond. This will take place after the Legend Nationals. We will also be heading back to Grandview Speedway on October 19th to race with the NEETS gang. October 26th will bring the final event of the 2008 season (we think) at New Egypt Speedway in New Jersey. Check out the website for more details.
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Sunday, August 17th, 2008
The Elk Motorsports team headed to Big Diamond for the Nutty Buddy Enduro #3. Shon had some bad luck before the start and was forced to start at the rear of the 51 car field. But through it all, the team stayed out of trouble and salvaged a great 4th place finish! This moved the team into 4th place (just 5 points out of third) for the season-long chase.
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008
Sunday July 13th was a washout at Big Diamond. Mother Nature let loose and the rain ended the Nutty Buddy enduro event #3 just before race time.
But, the Elk Motorsports #10 matched a career best finish of 2nd place on July 20th at Grandview Speedway. The event was a 100 lap race promoted by NEETS and was labeled the GRANDURO.
Shon tried to change his luck of drawing for position by having friend and first-time attendee Roger Feeg draw for him. Apparently Shon's luck rubbed off on Roger and he drew #87. That put Shon deep in the field of 44 6/8 cylinder cars where he would start in the middle of the 13th row in position #38.
Through the carnage of dead cars on the track, Shon managed a 2nd place finish just one lap behind legendary enduro racer Tim Pauch (brother of legendary modified driver Billy Pauch). It was an awesome finish for the Elk Motorsports team. Some of the best enduro drivers on the east coast were in attendance. In fact, a fan website stated that several hundred victories came from the top 15 finishers on Sunday. We hope ours is coming soon!
I almost forgot something. Due to having more than one #10, we were asked to become #10x. I think we will be keeping that "x" for the rest of the year.
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Monday, June 16th, 2008
On May 11, Shon started 37th on a track that just got some new clay. Despite the rough conditions, Shon crossed the finish line 8th. After tech, however, 5 cars were deemed illegal and Shon actually was credited for 3rd place.
On June 15, Shon started 28th and had a tough day. He was up to 4th early on when an encounter with a lap car caused a left rear flat. The car started overheating and later lead to an engine failure. A disappointing 19th place finish spurred the team to get a jump start on replacing the engine for the next event on July 13th at Big Diamond Raceway.
The team also plans to attend the NEETS enduro on July 20th at Grandview Speedway. Hope to see you at one of those races!
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Saturday, May 31st, 2008
This year, I have the honor and pleasure of participating in MDA's Berks County Lock-Up CY08 to help "Jerry's Kids®". To reach my goal I need your help!
I'd like to include you or your company on my list of contributors who are helping me reach my goal. Your donation would help MDA continue the important fight against muscular dystrophy. Check out my web page by clicking on the link above. There you'll find all kinds of information about MDA, and be able to make your tax-deductible donation on-line using your credit card.
MDA serves people in our community with neuromuscular disease by providing clinics, support groups, assistance with the purchase and repair of wheelchairs, braces and communication devices, and summer camp for kids. MDA also funds research grants to help find treatments and cures for some 43 neuromuscular diseases that affect people of all ages, right here in our community.
I sincerely hope that you'll take the opportunity to support MDA. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me.
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Monday, April 28th, 2008
This week the Elk Motorsports Team raced at New Egypt Speedway. The event was a 50 lapper and Shon started 7th.
A flat tire around lap 20 put Shon a few laps down and he finished a respectable 7th. The car is in one piece and the only damage was a cut tire.
The previous Sunday we had a disappointing rainout at Big Diamond Raceway. We were ready to head on to the speedway when a downpour ended all hopes of racing. Shon's phenomenal draw of #94 slated a 34th starting spot. The team will head back to Big Diamond on May 11th and will be starting in the same 34th spot. The rained out show will be rescheduled.
We just got confirmation from Joe at NEETS that a date will be set for an enduro at Grandview Speedway. Keep your calendar open for that one because it will be a blast on The Hill!
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Thursday, April 17th, 2008
This Sunday, April 20, the Elk Motorsports Team will be heading to Big Diamond Raceway for the Nutty Buddy Enduro season opener. The races start at 5 pm with the pit gates opening @ 1pm.
This season the team will be running for points. The track (with the help of the sponsors) are going to have a points system for the enduro class.
We would like to thank the sponsors for 2008. We have been lucky enough to add The Dent Guy, Berger's Auto Detailing, Snooky's Vintage Originals, Wheel Dynamics, Mayflower Beverage and Kline's Auto Body Supplies. These sponsors are added to the returning sponsors of Savage 61 Dodge, espXpress, and Diamond in the Ruff Mobile Grooming. We are lucky to have all of you on board with us for 2008!
Thanks again to Keith Parsons from ParSigns for another great lettering job on the car. He also painted the helmet and it looks great!
Hope to see you there on Sunday!
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Monday, March 10th, 2008
Stop out at the Reading Expo Center March 14-16 to see Diamond in the Ruff Mobile Pet Grooming's display. Lisa Carroll, owner,is Shon's sister. She is offering a $5 coupon for anyone who mentions seeing her information on the Elk Motorsports website. I'm sure she will give it to you if you mention you saw it on the car, too. Shon will be stopping out with the family to check it out.
Give Lisa a call at 610-334-8074 to schedule an appointment.
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Thursday, February 21st, 2008
Georgine Kearney Scholarship Fund Raiser
Saturday Night March 8, 2008 - 7 pm at Opening Night
Reading Express Arena Football Game - Sovereign Center, Reading, PA.
Tickets are $30 includes GDK Scholarship T-shirt
Section 114 (350 seats) will be filled with scholarship supporters.
The Exeter High School Band will be playing all night and this event will be NATIONALLY TELEVISED!
TO purchase tickets either e-mail Andrew Kearney at this e-mail address or gdk2008@yahoo.com. Call Andrew at 610-301-8509 with any questions.
You can also send the names, check, e-mail addresses and shirt sizes to The Georgine Kearney Scholarship Fund, C/O BCCF, P O Box 212, Reading, PA 19603-0212. The check is made out to "Georgine Kearney Scholarship Fund".
The 11th scholarship award will be given at Exeter High School in May of 2008
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Monday, February 18th, 2008
"On Friday, February 15th, I had the opportunity to do a phone interview (listen now) for Doug's Dirt Diary.com. Doug has a racing website that is very popular in the Eastern U.S. The site had more than 10 million hits in its 22 month existence. I sent an email to Doug asking him to add my website to his driver list and he emailed me back to do the interview. Although I was very nervous and excited, the interview was a lot of fun and I was flattered to say the least. Thanks Doug!"
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Saturday, February 16th, 2008
The 2008 racing season is coming fast. The Elk Motorsports # 10 will be heading to Big Diamond on March 29 for a test-and-tune session after the season opening Big Block show.
Lenny and Shon worked diligently to strip last year's paint (view photos) and the car has been repainted by "Nutsy," owner of Laureldale Auto Sales in Temple, PA. The car will be ready for lettering by Keith from ParSigns in the next two weeks.
We also would like to announce a new marketing partner for 2008. The Dent Guy paintless dent repair will be added to the list of sponsors for 2008. Thanks go out to John and his family for their support. Stay tuned for more to come.
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
Monday, December 12th, 2007
The 2008 racing season is rapidly approaching. There are many more opportunities for the Elk Motorsports #10 to hit the speedway next year. So far, Big Diamond, New Egypt and Mountain Speedways have announced an expanded schedule. Here is a tentative schedule. I plan to run all the Big Diamond races with a mix of other tracks when time permits. I am also waiting for NEETS to announce their schedule.
Source: Shon Elk,Owner & Driver of the #10 Elk Motorsports Car
