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.

Surprising Dad for 99th birthday with ’55 Ford he never thought would run again

Posted on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 by Roger

Every now and then, you run across a story that inspires you, and this is one in my book. It was sent to me by one of my Vietnam brothers and is worth watching. The video caption states: “Walt West’s … Continue reading →

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B.C. Super Shifters Race at Pacific Raceways – June 8th & 9th 2019

Posted on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 by Roger

This weekend the stick-shift cars hit the strip at Pacific Raceways. This is an annual race we look forward to with our ’57 Chev, as we get to race with fellow gear-jammers from British Columbia and the Northwest! They are … Continue reading →

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Firing the New 436 Pontiac Engine in Torri’s Pontiac

Posted on Sunday, June 2, 2019 by Roger

Today we fired off the new engine in Torri’s ’66 Pontiac Tempest. All went very well. There are safety upgrades needed for the car prior to hitting the race track (front disc brakes & roll bar) but this is excellent … Continue reading →

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Chevelle & Mustang at Pacific Raceways – May 4th 2019

Posted on Sunday, May 5, 2019 by Roger

Today was another beautiful day at Pacific Raceways as we took Chris’ Chevelle & Paul’s Mustang out for their first hits of 2019. It was an excellent day for Chris as he made it to the semi-finals (5th round) of … Continue reading →

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’57 at Pacific Raceways – March 30, 2019

Posted on Sunday, March 31, 2019 by Roger

This was our first outing for 2019 testing the new 372 SBC in our ’57. It was a beautiful Spring Day with excellent track prep from the crew at PR. Off the trailer the car ran a new best of … Continue reading →

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Handan Trailer Repair Backs Edwards & Young Once Again In 2019!

Posted on Monday, March 18, 2019 by Roger

Our great sponsors, Handan Trailer Repair, are on board for another year! Thank you John & Kimberly Collecchi for your support again in 2019! We are very excited to once again be sponsored by such an outstanding company! Kimberly & … Continue reading →

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Pacific Raceways 2019 Tentative Schedule

Posted on Monday, January 28, 2019 by Roger

You can download their schedule on the Pacific Raceways site here: http://pacificraceways.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/2019-drag-schedule-02062019.pdf

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Edwards & Young Reaches 1-Million Visitors!

Posted on Saturday, December 29, 2018 by Roger

Edwards & Young reached a new milestone on December 29, 2018 when our visitor counter rolled over 1-million visits since our first post on February 10, 2009 entitled “What Was Your First Ride?” We wish to thank our loyal followers … Continue reading →

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Portable Race Car Assistant – T-Bag by Tim McAmis Performance Parts

Posted on Monday, November 19, 2018 by Roger

Now this is hilarious!! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoy Tim’s video! – Roger My version – Roger

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2019 Edwards & Young Promo Video

Posted on Monday, October 29, 2018 by Roger

Features action from our 2018 season, enjoy! See you at the strip! Thanks to Our Great Sponsor… Need trailer repairs while at Pacific Raceways? Call 206-391-9695 for a price quote!

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Chris’ ’71 Chevelle Captures Summit Fan Ride for September 2018!

Posted on Thursday, October 18, 2018 by Roger

Photo credit: Mike Gardner Our thanks to Summit Racing and their fans for this honor!

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2018 Winter Progress Reports

Posted on Monday, September 24, 2018 by Roger

Paul’s Mustang updated April 13, 2019 New Engine for the ’57 updated on December 18, 2018 [Now completed!] Front disc brakes next! [Completed January 26, 2019] Next is installing new 372 bullet in the ’57! [Completed!] New Engine for Torri’s … Continue reading →

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