Another reason to get the StockCarFans Newsletter, Check this out – Here’s some unconfirmed “rumblings” of a sort from an anonymous source:…”lots of turmoil going on at Diamond Ridge Racing right now. Elliott is real upset about the quality of cars provided to both himself and Hermie. His contract is suppose to be iron tight keeping him at Diamond Ridge through next season but there is a stipulation that he gets five WC dates this year and the cars must be competitive, which they haven’t been. The rumor of his pending move to the Woods Brothers WC car is on hold pending legal advice on his contract status. His lawyers say he can void his contract but Bechtel is threatening to fire both Elliott and Hermie if and when he goes through and signs, which would leave both of them out of rides to finish the Busch series. There has been to my knowledge some discussion of an offer from Hendrick MotorSports but I haven’t heard from my source how that will affect the Woods offer. I know Herman and Bell would like to see Elliott with the Woods ride but they want what is best for Elliott. Keep an eye out for them to maybe buy back some Busch equipment to finish out the year if calmer heads don’t prevail.”(StockCarFans)(9-4-98)
