The Protouring Network

Tmcp #223 The Chevelle Gets A Chassis Dyno Tune At Karl Performance!

By

In this episode of the podcast show, I got the chance to do something I’ve always wanted to do: cover a full chassis dyno tune from start to finish! Even better was that I got the chance to see it happen on my very own ’64 Chevelle! To top it off, I got to take it to the place that assembled the engine in the first place, Karl Performance in Ankeny, IA. Karl Performance is my … [Read more...]

Nasty crash at the Colorado Street Outlaws Drag Racing Event

By

Just a lesson for all to make sure that your safety equipment is installed correctly. This guy was very fortunate to walk away from this crash with only minor injuries. For that I am very thankful, and it's a great reminder that things can happen in an instant, so you need to make sure that you're properly protected. Drag racer Kelly Harvey walked away with only minor … [Read more...]

Tmcp #222 Dennis Pittsenbarger On His All New Tv Show “highway To Sell!”

By

This weeks special release interview is with great friend of the show Dennis Pittsenbarger (he was last on in Episode 123). Dennis is a veteran radio show host and big time “car dork” that cannot help but get his hands dirty on anything automotive. His specialty is paint and body and he has been featured in Hot Rod magazine articles doing just that. Dennis is loud, boisterous, … [Read more...]

Goodguys 28th West Coast Nationals: Pleasanton, Ca.

By

Goodguys West Coast Nationals 2014 By: Tony Huntimer Historically (many years ago), if I remember correctly, the West Coast Nationals had been reserved for vehicles manufactured prior to some year around the early 60s. But now it’s the 28th Goodguys West Coast Nationals (presented by Flowmaster) in Pleasanton, CA. Now the cutoff year for this event has jumped all the way up … [Read more...]

September ’14 Feature of the Month: Stacey’s ‘69 RS Camaro built by Speedtech Performance

By

  Thunder Down Under Stacey’s ‘69 RS Camaro built by Speedtech Performance While Speedtech was located in Canada a call came in from Stacey in Australia to order up a Speedtech Pro Touring Subframe package for his mostly stock ’69 Camaro SS. After discussing the potential of the suspension’s handling capability, Stacey realized the frame was better off in a g-machine … [Read more...]

USCA at Michigan International Day 2: BFG Hot Lap Challenge

By

Another day of fun ensued on Sunday, with the competitors hitting the road course for the BF Goodrich Hot Lap Challenge. With almost half of the NASCAR oval involved, a chicane kept the speed to sub mach. Lap times were blistering, the fast time even quicker than was turned during the 14 hour Chumpcar race the day before. Several participants and yours truly took a stint in the … [Read more...]

USCA at Michigan International Raceway: Day 1

By

Day one is in the books. This included the autocross and speed stop challenges. The Ultimate Street Car Association puts on an incredible event, and this weeks Michigan International Speedway event was no exception. Enjoy the pics from Day 1 and be sure and check back later today or tomorrow for the Day 2 road course and final results. … [Read more...]

2014 Ohio Musclecar Challenge

By

  This past weekend marked the completion of the Ohio Muscle Car Challenge, which was actually located inside the Pennsylvania borders. Beautiful rolling, luscious green hills surround the area, and tucked away on a hillside lies the Pittsburgh International Speedway. The action started on Friday night when competitors rolled into the quiet town of Beaver Falls and went … [Read more...]