Author Archives: Roger

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.

Edwards & Young “Tech Tips” Moved to our Blog

Posted on Wednesday, December 31, 2014 by Roger

As of December 30th 2014, I have moved our Tech Tips section from our original racing site to here on our blog. If you access the old page location it will automatically transfer you to the new page here. You can … Continue reading →

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Time to get a handle on electronics technology in bracket racing

Posted on Wednesday, December 17, 2014 by Roger

Brought to my attention by my son, Chris, this is an important discussion and such technology should be banned in my opinion. It is becoming very tough for the average bracket racer to compete against such technology as mentioned in … Continue reading →

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’57 Highlight Video

Posted on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 by Roger

Videos are an important part of your racing program, especially with a car that can be tempermental to hook. We use the videos that Pam takes as a tuning aid:

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Dan Ferguson Wins PDRA Top Sportsman Crown

Posted on Wednesday, October 15, 2014 by Roger

The following report is from Dan’s father Todd: Back from race at 3am Tuesday morning. Took until 10pm Monday night to finish the race that was to finish Saturday night. Many delays due to rain! Many changes in the race … Continue reading →

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Pacific Raceways For Sale

Posted on Tuesday, September 30, 2014 by Roger

Updated May 29th 2015 Legendary Raceway Offered For Sale – Pacific Raceways – September 2014 Q&A Regarding Raceway Listed For Sale – Pacific Raceways – September 2014 KIRO TV Report on Pacific Raceways – September 2014 Historic Pacific … Continue reading →

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Tesla – Not Your ’57 Chev!

Posted on Thursday, September 25, 2014 by Roger

I don’t believe our race cars were put together like this in the days of Detroit iron!

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Torri Sets Personal Best Mark at Pacific Raceways

Posted on Monday, September 22, 2014 by Roger

9/21/2014: On this beautiful September day at Pacific Raceways, Torri wheeled her ’66 Tempest to a new mark for the car at 12.126 @ 109.11 MPH setting both ends of the record for her Pontiac with a 1.653 60-foot time. Unfortunately … Continue reading →

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Break Time!

Posted on Monday, September 15, 2014 by Roger

With our racing season over, I’ll be taking a break from this blog for awhile. We have much to do this off season, putting the 350 together and getting it in the ’57 over the winter and going through the … Continue reading →

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NHRA Pro Stock driver V Gaines wild crash in Charlotte

Posted on Sunday, September 14, 2014 by Roger

Continuation of Pep Boys NHRA Carolina Nationals eliminations moved to Dallas – NHRA – September 14, 2014 PRO STOCK RACERS HAD PLANNED TO WITHDRAW BEFORE EVENT WAS SUSPENDED – CompetitionPlus – September 14, 2014 At least Light agreed that … Continue reading →

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Welcome to my office!

Posted on Friday, September 5, 2014 by Roger

Ever wonder what it is like to drive a 5-speed stick? Now you can take a ride with us. I shift at 7800 and the little 331 hits the finish line at 8300 RPM. And yes, I do use the … Continue reading →

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Division 6 ET Finals Information and Reports

Posted on Wednesday, August 27, 2014 by Roger

2014 NHRA Division 6 Summit ET Finals Information – Courtesy of Woodburn Dragstrip. Includes event schedule, rules, and map of team parking. We’ll post reports on Paul’s progress as we receive them throughout the weekend. Paul will be on the … Continue reading →

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August 23rd 2014 at Pacific Raceways

Posted on Monday, August 25, 2014 by Roger

It was a great night for me making it to the 4th round before I went to sleep on the tree ending what was a wonderful night for myself, my dedicated crew and the ’57. This was our first time … Continue reading →

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