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.

What’s New For 2013?

Posted on Sunday, November 4, 2012 by Roger

’71 Chevelle: Chris recently spoke with Wilson Manifolds concerning the World Motown 4500 manifold on our 406 in the Chevelle. After giving them the specifics, they recommended that Chris remove the cloverleaf from the manifold that reportedly causes some fuel … Continue reading →

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Snake-Mongoose Movie Trailer

Posted on Thursday, November 1, 2012 by Roger

Movie trailer:

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Craig Jackson’s Garage

Posted on Friday, October 26, 2012 by Roger

Some people just have too much money! 🙂

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Making the Switch to Pro Bracket

Posted on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 by Roger

After years of competing in the increasingly tough and highly competitive Super Pro category, Chris has decided to move the Chevelle to Pro Bracket in 2013. Gone will be the delay box and the air shifter will be controlled by Chris … Continue reading →

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Mod Squad by John Dianna – 1971

Posted on Monday, September 17, 2012 by Roger

Years back I transcribed an article by John Dianna from the December 1971 issue of Hot Rod Magazine on popular Modified Production engines of that time period. Remember, this was before aftermarket blocks, cranks, 4-bolt main caps. Here’s that article. … Continue reading →

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Division 6 2012 E.T. Finals – Post-race Report

Posted on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 by Roger

This was the BIG bracket race of 2012 with Pacific Raceways hosting the Division 6 E.T. Finals. The top Sportsman bracket racers throughout Division 6 came together under one “roof” to battle it out for the top dog honors throughout … Continue reading →

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August 25th 2012: Post-race Report

Posted on Monday, August 27, 2012 by Roger

August 25th was the last points race at Pacific Raceways this year and basically a tune-up race for the Division 6 E.T. Finals at PR this coming weekend. Chris did well in Super Pro putting together two excellent packages to … Continue reading →

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Melling Oil Pump Relief Springs

Posted on Friday, August 24, 2012 by Roger

Looking for information on oil pump relief valve springs? What color spring denotes a certain pressure? Perhaps this will help: Melling Oil Pump Relief Springs

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Focus: Barry Hobson

Posted on Friday, August 17, 2012 by Roger

Barry Hobson of West Seattle has been a longtime racer here in the Northwest and is known for his passion for Pontiac’s. In fact Torri’s Pontiac Tempest was previously owned by Barry as was the Tempest run by the late … Continue reading →

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August 11th 2012: Post-race Report

Posted on Saturday, August 11, 2012 by Roger

This was the last points race at Pacific Raceways that would set their team for the upcoming Division 6 E.T. Finals on Labor Day weekend. Paul entered this race in a very respectable 4th place in the Sportsman standings and … Continue reading →

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A look back at the 2012 O’Reilly Northwest Nationals

Posted on Monday, August 6, 2012 by Roger

NORTHWEST NATIONALS TIDBITS: Full Throttle Series Heads North to Kent – Pacific Raceways – July 30, 2012 Wilkerson looking forward to Pacific Raceways visit – NHRA – July 31st 2012 Northwest Nationals Team Reports – NHRA High-profile rookies DeJoria, Force … Continue reading →

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Update on the Engine in our ’57

Posted on Saturday, August 4, 2012 by Roger

After the last race, we heard a “clicking” sound in the motor when cranking that was in rhythm with the valve train. To be safe we decided to pull the old motor and take a look. Thanks to Chris & … Continue reading →

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