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.

Winternationals NHRA Photo Gallery

Posted on Friday, February 12, 2010 by Roger

Winternationals Golden 50 display – NHRA – Feb 2010 Some great old rides pictured here!   Which is your favorite?  Here’s mine, but what do you expect from an old man! Roger Young – Edwards & Young Racing Force returns to winner’s … Continue reading →

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The Gapp and Roush Pro-Stock Maverick

Posted on Monday, February 8, 2010 by Roger

The Tijjuana Taxi: Under Construction – Competition Plus.com – February 8, 2010 “…Before Roush became one of the most successful team owners in NASCAR, he worked as an engineer with partner Wayne Gapp in the early 1970s in the NHRA, … Continue reading →

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’57 Chev Sleeper & Wicked Fast Ford Fairlane

Posted on Friday, February 5, 2010 by Roger

Paul sent me these links.  A very clean ’57 with a LOT of hidden horsepower!  Be sure to check out the gallery pics! ’57 Sleeper & Wicked Fast Ford (Mission, B.C. video)  

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The Advent of the Rear Engined Dragster

Posted on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 by Roger

The Rear Engine Car Had Its Critics; But More Importantly It Had Garlits – Competition Plus.com – February 3, 2010 Comment:  This story is misleading in my opinion.  The reason Don Garlits designed the rear engined dragster was because of safety … Continue reading →

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NHRA article on John Force

Posted on Monday, February 1, 2010 by Roger

Force lays out multi-point future plan for JFR – NHRA – 28 Jan 2010 “Responding to an unpredictable economy, drag racing icon John Force on Thursday outlined a plan to ensure both the competitive and financial viability of John Force Racing … Continue reading →

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Mike Edwards Will Race In 2010

Posted on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 by Roger

Edwards Confirms He Will Race In 2010 – Competition Plus.com – January 12, 2010 It’s good to hear Mike Edwards will be back in 2010 to defend his 2009 Pro Stock championship. Clearly it is becoming much more difficult to acquire … Continue reading →

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Prudhomme Announces Retirement

Posted on Thursday, January 7, 2010 by Roger

Prudhomme Announces Retirement – Competition Plus.com – January 7, 2010 Don “The Snake” Prudhomme, one of the most accomplished drivers and revered team owners in the history of motorsports, announced his retirement today, thus ending a career spanning five decades … Continue reading →

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NEWS FROM THE NHRA DIVISION 6 MEETINGS

Posted on Saturday, December 26, 2009 by Roger

The Pro class will now specifically follow the national e.t. parameters of 9.00 to 13.99. The national championship run at Pomona in November follows these breaks and northwest tracks will implement this for the Pro division in 2010. Continue reading →

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2008 NHRA tax return

Posted on Monday, December 21, 2009 by Roger

NHRA tax return for 2008 indicates a good year – 2009 numbers bound to be worse – By Jeff Burk – Posted 21 Dec 09

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The Shrinking National Dragster

Posted on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 by Roger

Despite the significant increase in NHRA membership fees this year, suddenly their publication, National Dragster, has shrunk in physical size and thickness.  This also impacts the ad space for those using the publication as a sales tool. What does NHRA … Continue reading →

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Relating with our tools!

Posted on Monday, October 26, 2009 by Roger

Those of you who use tools can certainly identify with these definitions DRILL PRESS: A tall upright machine useful for suddenly snatching flat metal bar stock out of your hands so that it smacks you in the chest and flings … Continue reading →

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Fallout from Indy

Posted on Tuesday, September 8, 2009 by Roger

The Throwdown In The Indy Shutdown – Torco Racing Fuel’s Competition Plus.com – September 8, 2009 Force: I’d Had Enough Of It – Torco Racing Fuel’s Competition Plus.com – September 8, 2009 Personal Comment: Many people will blame Force or … Continue reading →

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