Dustin Delaney.
Solid Iowa Run Moves Delaney To Sixth In Points
Post-Race Report
Fresh off a solid run at Kentucky Speedway in the ARCA RE/MAX Series, Dustin Delaney returned to his NASCAR Camping World Series East roots to post a 20th place finish in the Long John Silver’s 200, the series only combination event with the NASCAR Camping World Series West. Delaney was the 10th highest East Series driver in the finish and received tenth place points for his efforts.
“We gambled on a pit strategy that didn’t work out for us, but overall, we moved up in the points and we’re moving forward. That’s what it’s all about,” Delaney said.
Delaney started the race from the 21st starting position, but was confident he could wheel his No. 39 Delaney Infrastructure Chevrolet through the field. When the leaders came down pit road around lap 75, Delaney and his crew chief agreed not to change right side tires in hopes of gaining valuable track position.
“The car was good, we were good,” said Delaney. “Pit strategy can pay off big dividends or it can bite you. Unfortunately, we didn’t get a caution when we needed one and we had to race against guys that had a lot fresher tires than us.”
Delaney finished the race three laps down after getting spun in a battle for the beneficiary award at lap 118. Both Delaney and the 27 car were side by side when they both went around in turn two.
“We were trying to get the lucky dog and we were racing pretty hard. Our cars got loose and we both spun,” Delaney said about the battle that turned him around.
The Mayfield, N.Y. native was able to pit on the fourth and final caution period of the day at lap 178.
“Last year there were nine caution flags, and we were kind of banking on a similar situation,” Delaney added. “It’s okay – you have to gamble once in a while and push your limits or you never get ahead. We’re happy with the way the season is going and can’t wait to get back to it at South Boston in a couple of weeks.”
