Patrick
Budd has come on board as Tech Editor for HUR. Budd's vast
knowledge base makes him the best choice for the position.
Patrick will answer Engine and Chassis questions as well
as those not covered by our other experts.
Owner of Joe's Transmission and what
is probably the World's Quickest Mopar Wedge powered doorslammer,
Joe is a many time #1
qualifier at IHRA National events as is looking to make the move
up to Pro Modified in the not too distant future.
Director of Technical Service for Aeromotive Inc. Brett has
been in racing for over 20 years and is experienced in every
aspect of racecar development and construction. His ability to
understand the whole package helps him answer some of the weirder
questions he receives.
Doug Hearsum has been in racing for a quarter of a century.
He has raced everything from E.T to Top Fuel. In that time he
has accumulated the knowledge that let to him opening Bull Racing
Products, where he manufactures multi-disc clutches and grinding
equipment. Shannon Jenkins used a BRP clutch during his 2002
campaign where he won both the IHRA and NHRA Pro Modified titles.
Paul is V.P. of Sales
at Leaf Racewear and understands how important driver safety
is. One of the top racewear manufacurers
in the world their aim is "to provide the ultimate in protection
at affordable prices with superior customer service and satisfaction."
I
call Patrick a sponge! He soaks up every bit of knowledge
he can and is not afraid to pass it on. His vast knowledge
of nitrous motors allowed Budd to built a state of the art
615 c.i. nitrous motor that won the 2004 NSCA Top Street Championship
without breaking the bank.
Brian
Harlow has followed in his fathers footsteps and is now one
of the most respected authorities on racing wheels and tires.
Working with all major manufacturers Brian is able to come up
with solutions without having to be tied to one specific brand.
Owner of Precision Gear and Reider Racing. Tom is a Champion
drag racer in his own right and built his own gears out necessity.
Now he produces the finest gears in racing.
As
a member of the Wild Bunch Camp Stanley surprised the fans
when he debuted a blown Taurus Wagon, today he wows them with
his shirts. Camp is currently working on a blower project with
nitrous guru Pat Musi, that should prove to be quite interesting.
Patrick
Budd is a partner in ProCar Performance out of Rochester NY.
He also sits on the SFI Door Car committee, so is more than
qualified to answer any chassis specification questions. Budd
and partner Randy Jewell make a point of being at the track
for
their customers
and help with chassis setup, now you have access to them here
on HUR.
