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.

Pacific Raceways Drag Racer Feedback Improvement Plan

Posted on Monday, January 27, 2014 by Roger

Recently posted by Pacific Raceways: Drag Racer Feedback Improvement Plan

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Header Tether Discussion

Posted on Friday, January 24, 2014 by Roger

Originally published on Oct 21, 2013 – Updated Jan 24th 2014 Effective January 2014, NHRA will then require an approved secondary collector restraint for all headers that have removable collectors. Here is a snap-shot of the rule change: You can read … Continue reading →

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In Memory of Gaines Markley

Posted on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 by Roger

Brought to our attention by Bob Warnke, a YouTube video tribute in memory of Gaines Markley: httpvh://youtu.be/G1zZr_1GhTk

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Paul Wins 2nd Winter Practice Tree Race

Posted on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 by Roger

Paul did very well this past Saturday, and grabbed the cash at the 2nd of 5 Winter Practice Tree Races being hosted by Pacific Raceways. There are three more “races” remaining in the winter series and you can … Continue reading →

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Best of 2013: Best Drag Racing Photos on Mark J. Rebilas Blog

Posted on Thursday, January 2, 2014 by Roger

Submitted by Todd Ferguson, some outstanding photos for your viewing pleasure! Thanks Todd! Best of 2013: Best Drag Racing Photos on Mark J. Rebilas Blog

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How to Properly Store Your Classic Car for Winter

Posted on Saturday, December 28, 2013 by Roger

It’s time to let your classic car rest until next spring, and storing it correctly means less work getting it ready next season. Follow these suggestions, and it’ll be ready to drive to next year’s shows with just a little … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on Thursday, December 26, 2013 by Roger

Wishing you all a very Happy New Year and to your good health in 2014! Our 2013 Christmas video: httpvh://youtu.be/nnskermCvcE

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A note to our e-mail subscribers

Posted on Thursday, December 12, 2013 by Roger

The problems with sending out e-mail notifications continues. Despite my best efforts and after considerable personal expense, getting e-mail notifications to AOL users has become virtually impossible, even through a third-party paid e-mail service which worked until mid-October 2013. Therefore check on our site weekly … Continue reading →

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Edwards & Young 2013 Slideshow

Posted on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 by Roger

From this past 2013 racing season in YouTube format: httpvh://youtu.be/3ixVo2Y5tkk

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Flashback Tuesday: June 28th 2003

Posted on Tuesday, December 10, 2013 by Roger

Chris and the team did an outstanding job this day at the National Open at Bremerton Raceway in Pro Bracket when he was foot-braking the car. Video below: httpvh://youtu.be/Y1h5B49aVVk

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