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About Roger

Driver of our '57 Chev from 1972-2019, Vietnam veteran (A Troop, 3/17th Air Cavalry Scout helicopter Line Chief and later Cobra Periodic Inspection team leader), retired ASE rated automotive mechanic. Roger became involved in drag racing during his high school days and after his stint in the Army ran E & F/MP [Modified Production] here in Division 6 before switching to bracket racing when the '57 became obsolete for class racing. He often raced at Puyallup, Kent-Pacific Raceways, Bremerton, Portland & the original Mission, B.C. track.

’57 Chev Update

Posted on Saturday, April 20, 2024 by Roger

Today Chris came over and pulled our Mark Williams left axle to check for spline twist and he also installed new A-Arm bump stops in the front end. The axle is in good shape after some BIG wheelstands the last … Continue reading →

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Chevelle Progress Report

Posted on Saturday, March 16, 2024 by Roger

Very few updates on Chris’ Chevelle this winter, he decided to replace the single-adjustable rear coil-over shocks with Afco double-adjustable shocks. He reset the ride height to prior settings and re-checked the pinion angle. He reinstalled the Jesel rockers, checked … Continue reading →

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NHRA Drag Racing Legend Don Schumacher Dies At 79

Posted on Thursday, December 21, 2023 by Roger

See the extensive tribute on AutoWeek by Susan Wade here. R.I.P Don, you were a legend in your own time.  – Edwards & Young Racing

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Edwards & Young Racing at a Glance

Posted on Friday, September 22, 2023 by Roger

Having fun with the video editing software today! Thanks for all of your support! – Roger

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1st Annual Draft Choice Sports Bar & Grill Car Show – Sept. 3, 2023

Posted on Monday, September 4, 2023 by Roger

Chris organized this event at the Draft Choice Sports Bar & Grill in Auburn, WA. It was free for the participants and those who attended!! We’ve put together a video/slideshow of this very successful event for all to enjoy. – Roger

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Chevelle at Bracket Kings Showdown – August 26, 2023

Posted on Sunday, August 27, 2023 by Roger

Chris took his Chevelle out to Fred Hoffman’s Bracket Kings Showdown at Pacific Raceways on a nice but smokey day. Thanks to Torri Young for the on-track video below capturing Chris’ 1st-round win with an excellent .011 reaction time! Chris lost … Continue reading →

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Chevelle at A-Street Automotive Double-Header – June 24th 2023

Posted on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 by Roger

Chris took the Wagon out to Pacific Raceways to participate in Pro Bracket and Paul was there to help Chris during the long, but beautiful day. The Chevelle ran strong during the event but the chassis settings were too aggressive … Continue reading →

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Chevelle TNT at PR on May 24th 2023

Posted on Thursday, May 25, 2023 by Roger

After a major upgrade to his SBC this winter – you can read/view all the details here – Chris was finally able to get his Chevelle out to the strip on a beautiful afternoon & evening to see if all … Continue reading →

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Paul’s Mustang For Sale

Posted on Thursday, January 26, 2023 by Roger

Sold August 16, 2023 Paul has decided to sell his ’85 Mustang. You can contact Paul via e-mail at: paulyoung57@comcast.net It is an excellent street/strip foot-brake car that has run 11.50’s @ 115 MPH and won a Divisional Race in … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas by Pam & Roger

Posted on Sunday, December 18, 2022 by Roger

We wish all our Family & Friends a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!   Thanks to Our Great Sponsors… Auto/Truck Repair & Service 225 A St SE Auburn, WA 98002 Phone: 253-833-1000   From 2015 to the present! Need … Continue reading →

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Farewell to a Local Legend – Al Young

Posted on Wednesday, December 14, 2022 by Roger

December 14, 2022: We just learned yesterday that longtime local racing legend, Al Young, has passed away. We will miss Al’s infectious personality, his contagious smile, his laugh, his very positive presence at the track, and most importantly his friendship. … Continue reading →

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406 Upgrade for Chris’ Chevelle

Posted on Tuesday, December 6, 2022 by Roger

Over the winter Chris is working on upgrading the 406 in his Chevelle. This will include new Wiseco lateral gas-ported & coated pistons with the upgraded .043/.043/3mm ring pack like we’ve been running in our ’57 in the 372 SBC … Continue reading →

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