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Send us a text We are back! After a small break, Line Locked is back for the 2025 race season. In this episode we talk about our 2024 race season and the struggles we had. 

Send us a Text Message.This week we talk with a Father-son (s) team about their come up, relationships, and navigating the struggles. From Junior Dragsters to Comp and Pro Mod cars, this family has raced it all with success. 

Send us a Text Message. Live from Norwalk, OH Summit Motorsports park, we hang out with Bubba in front of a live audience. We talk about how he got into the sport, drag and drives, top-level alcohol racing, and some BS'n in between. Be sure you're subscribed and thanks for listening! 

Send us a Text Message. This week we are graced with the presents of the one and only Brian Lohnes. It say it was an honor to have him come on and chat would be an understatement. We talk about how he generates ideas for his podcasting, NHRA safety, NHRA policy, and lots of back and forth about general drag racing topics. Be sure to hit that like button, smash the subscribe, and leave a comment thanking Brian for coming on to be a guest. Thanks again Brian! What an episode. 

 The last live recording from the Nostalgia Nationals 2024 Beech Bend Raceway. Our guests were Shane Lile and Joe Bridges. Really fun time!  If you liked what you watched, a share would also be appreciated. Thanks Joe and Shane!! 

This week we talked with Mike Bilina, the wheel man of the green 56 Chevy wheel stander that is famous for putting it on the bumper and still sending it down the track with a sub 10 second et. Very fun interview, loved every minute of it. 

 This week we talked with Brian Todd. Renown wheel man and wheel stander. He tells us the real cost of doing something cool, what the actual year his model A is, and the truth behind whose fault the wheel stand really was. Plus a side bet! Enjoy.Thanks for watching, please be sure to like, subscribe, and give us a comment down below. 

 First time, filmed in front of a live audience, the Line Locked Podcast interviews Jessica Lile. Driver of the Sammich Maker Tri Five Gasser. Racing with the Straight Axle Mafia family, we talk about her first time on the track, some racing stragedy, and arts and crafts. Be sure to like and subscribe! Thanks for watching. Email us! linelockedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Facebook! Line Locked Podcast 

In this episode, we talk about the upcoming race season.  AND we are taking the show on the road!  LETS GOOOO!

This week we talk with the race promoter Ryan Wing.  April 27th, 2024 Ryan is putting on The Tailgate Throwdown.  This is a truck-only race that has blown out expectations to this point in interest alone.  We can't thank Ryan enough for all that he has done to make this race a future success. You can find more about The Throwdown here.. https://www.facebook.com/groups/283019364777992/We also talk with Chip Cox of Texas. The small-tire prodigy himself.   Cory and Chip have had a back-and-forth for some time now about the Throwdown race and what Outlaw means to them.  Just a fun quick conversation with him about his racing, and why he likes small tires so much.If you want to get ahold of us you can on Facebook.  Look up Like Locked Podcast or via email at linelockedpodcast@gmail.com  We look forward to hearing from you! 

 This week we talk with Todd and Jenny about competitive go-cart racing. We knew nothing going into this conversation and learned a lot! It was a fun and funny conversation that I think you will enjoy! Join us in NHRA Drag Racing Bracket Bonanza! Link to join - https://dragracebracketbonanza.com/ League Invite -The invite code is 2va5O2zU Support the ones that support us! Performance Automotive: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063549042044 Autorod Corporation: https://www.facebook.com/autorodcorp Clear1Racing https://clear1racing.com/ Our Social Links: Blood Brothers Racing: bloodbrothersraceteam(at)gmail.com Line Locked Podcast: linelockedpodcast(at)gmail.com Website: bloodbrothersracing.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BloodBrothersRacing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LineLockedPodcast Thanks for the support! 

 This week we talked with Dina Parise about her interesting life going from a professional figure skater (not a typo) to a NHRA Pro Mod Driver. Join us for this fun (and funny) episode! Make sure you check out all of Dina's socials and charities. Links below. Hello Georgious Cancer Charity: https://www.hellogorgeous.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=dina%20parise TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dinaparise?lang=en Website: https://www.dinapariseventures.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinaparise/ Make sure you thank Dina for coming on the podcast! It was a great time. Support the ones that support us! Performance Automotive: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063549042044 Autorod Corporation: https://www.facebook.com/autorodcorp Our Social Links: Blood Brothers Racing: bloodbrothersraceteam@gmail.com Line Locked Podcast: linelockedpodcast@gmail.comWebsite: bloodbrothersracing.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BloodBrothersRacing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LineLockedPodcast Thanks for the support! 

 This week we talk with Larry Harlen, owner and driver of a Blown Big Block Anglia. Larry talks about his 55 Chevy, 85 and 02 Firebird (Jerry Bickle Race car), and lastly his jaw dropping Anglia. Also have NPK news, a track that gets a second chance, and of course a TikTock tragedy. Make sure you like, comment, and subscribe. Thank you for watching. 

 This week we talk to Kevin about his week drag racing in Florida. Sick Week 2024. Thank you Auto Rod Corporation for the giveaway. Be sure you let us know your answers. Email us at linelockedpodcast(at)gmail.com Thanks for watching. Be sure to link, comment and subscribe. Share it with a friend if you really like it! 

 This week we talk with Chris Crable, the owner of Blew By You 56 Gasser. One of our favorite gassers ever built. First we talk about Chris' history in the sport, all the cool cars he has collected over the years, and then about the meat and potatoes, Blew By You. Howd he get it? Is he running it down the strip? What kind of engine combo is in it? All this and more! 

 This week we talked with Levi Vandenberg! Winner of the Pro 7.0 NDRL Fall Classic 2024! Cool story about a younger racer overcoming obstacles, winning rounds, cashing checks, and grabbing trophies. It was a fun conversation that we think you will enjoy! If you want to contact the show, email us a linelockedpodcast@gmail.com Support the ones that support us! Performance Automotive (Engine Builders) Bethalto, IL http://www.performanceracingengine.com or 618-377-0020 Clear 1 Racing (Organization products, trailer, garage,) https://clear1racing.com/ or 740-281-0136 Show Notes: News Lucas Oil Raceway “Parks Tower” is being torn down for a rebuild. The iconic square 4 story build was built in 1983. Demolition of the Parks Tower at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park takes place on Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024, in Indianapolis. The raceway, which began in 1958, was built on a 267-acre farm, by 15 local businessman with the idea of creating a 15-turn, 2.5 mile road course. The drag strip was added as an afterthought. The facilities held its first event in 1960. NHRA purchased the entire facility in 1979 30th Annual HOT ROD POWER TOUR 2024 SCHEDULE KICKOFF / Day 1: Monday, June 10—Beech Bend Raceway Park, Bowling Green, Kentucky Day 2: Tuesday, June 11—Nashville Superspeedway, Lebanon, Tennessee Day 3: Wednesday, June 12—L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium, Louisville, Kentucky Day 4: Thursday, June 13—National Trail Raceway, Hebron, Ohio Day 5: Friday, June 14—Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, Indianapolis, Indiana https://www.motortrend.com/events/hot-rod-power-tour-2024-route-announcement/ Record-Breaking C8 Corvette Goes 8.64 With Twin-Turbo LT Extreme Turbo Systems lowers the C8 Corvette drag racing record using 1,385 rear-wheel hp. Same car that was first to the 9s. Morgan claims that the ETS C8 Corvette is currently the most powerful car reported, making 1,385 corrected horsepower and 1,206 lb-ft of torque. To produce that kind of engine performance ETS fortified the LT2 6.2-liter engine with its spec rotating assembly that includes Mahle Motorsport pistons, Carillo connecting rods, ARP head and main studs, custom Cometic head gaskets, Smith Brothers pushrods, and Ferrea valvesprings and retainers. https://www.motortrend.com/features/c8-corvette-twin-turbo-lt-record/ Sick Week 2024 Sick Week is the competition where street-legal drag-race cars run quarter-mile time trials every day for five days, driving on public roads between four different dragstrips for a road trip of 800-plus miles unassisted by support vehicles. It is the ultimate test of a street/strip car, with trophies awarded in multiple classes for vehicles with various levels of modifications. January 29 - Orlando Speed World, day one. January 30 - Bradenton Motorsports Park, day two. January 31 - Gainesville Raceway, day three. February 1 - South Georgia Motorsports Park, day four. February 2 - Orlando Speed World, day five. https://www.sickthemagazine.com/sick-week 

 This week we talked with Rich from Auto Rod Corporation about race and street car wiring and controls. It was a lot of fun. Be sure to check them out at: https://www.autorod.net/ NJ Location 732-851-5095 MA Location 774-417-6542 Email us at LineLockedPodcast(at)gmail.com Thanks for watching! Show Notes: NewsRoland “ The Flying Hawaiian” Leong passed away on December 29, 2023 at the age of 78. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roland_LeongRoland started his top fuel career in 1964, but crashed on one of his first runs. Coming back in 1965 he hired Don Prudhomme to drive and in 65, and 66 won the Winter and U.S. nationals back to back. In 69' Roland abandoned his dragster for a funny car. 70-80s Roland campaigned a variety of “Hawaiian” funny cars. In 1991, Leong once again won the US Nationals at Indianapolis, this time in Funny Car Eliminator, and with Jim White driving. Later, at the Chief Nationals in Dallas, Texas, his "Hawaiian Punch" Funny Car was the first in the class to break the 290-mph speed mark.After a brief break from the sport, Roland again reappeared in 2009, this time as a crew chief for "vintage" Nitro Funny Cars racing primarily in NHRA's new Hot Rod Heritage Series.Chilli Bowl Midget Race (Tusla, OK Jan 7th - Jan 13th)300+ Racers on a indoor Indoor dirt track, Filled grandstands, and fights?https://www.chilibowl.com/about/Donald Long - “UNTIL PROVEN OTHERWISE THIS IS THE BADDEST DOOR CAR IN THE WORLD. RECORD WASNT SET AT 3AM WITH A WITCH DOCTOR TUNING IT WHILE SACRIFICING A GOAT. IT ACTUALLY HAPPENED Frankie Taylor:” 3.485 @ 216.97 

NewsHoosier Racing Tire, the world's largest manufacturer of racing tires, has been named the Coolest Thing Made in Indiana by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce“We are very honored and humbled to receive the award for the Coolest Thing Made in Indiana contest,” said Joerg Burfien, President and CEO of Hoosier Racing Tire. “Thank you to all that have supported us and thank you to our employees. Our dedicated employees go above and beyond to ensure our customers get the tires they need and want. I am proud of our workforce and the efforts they put forth on a daily basis.”Hoosier Racing Tire has a strong Hoosier heritage starting their small business in Lakeville, Indiana in 1957. Over the next 65 years, the company has expanded its manufacturing facility in Plymouth Indiana and its product offerings to cover nearly every form of racing.https://dragillustrated.com/hoosier-tire-named-coolest-thing-made-in-indiana/Brian Lhones Podcast on NHRA big news.  (Audio Play and Discuss)Seems like we are too focused on drag racing?  We agree anyone that watches or listens to this podcast please feel free to email in any news story you want to be talk about to linelockedpodcast@gmail.com

 This episode we interview the modified production champ Kyle Renfroe. We also talk about drive through AI, NHRA big announcement, and other general BS. News NHRA's big announcement “Don't miss one of the BIGGEST announcements in NHRA history! Tune in Thursday at 9a ET to WATCH LIVE from the Performance Racing Industry Show on YouTube, Facebook or NHRA.com.” What People thought the announcement might be Opening of a new track Changing payout scales Creating a new racing class John Force Retiring? Tony Stewart to go NHRA Top Fuel racing in 2024, while wife Leah Pruett to focus on starting a family Comments about the announcement This is not a huge announcement! I feel like a huge announcement would have included everyone involved in NHRA. This effects nobody but them. Why did I wait around for this??? Really cool to see him come to TF. It will be exciting. However, I thought this was an NHRA announcement. Not TSRs fault that NHRA overhyped this. Lyle Barnett was the alternate - https://competitionplus.com/drag-racing/news/report-lyle-barnett-was-initially-to-be-pruetts-replacement-not-stewart Lyle Barnett to drive for Scott Tidwell in promod. https://dragillustrated.com/lyle-barnett-to-drive-for-scott-tidwell-racing-in-2024-nhra-pro-mod-championship-hunt/ Buddy Hull has been named the driver of the Jim Dunn Racing Funny Car for 2024! 

 This week we talk MICRO RECORDS. Records that maybe should not be records. Make sure you add to the conversation by commenting down below. Also, comment your best extreme sport by the end of December for your chance to win a free t-shirt! Email us at linelockedpodcast @gmail.com Show Notes: It was announced Saturday the legendary South Carolina track is returning to the International Hot Rod Association in 2024. The 1/4-mile drag strip was constructed by Harold Brasington, who built nearby Darlington Raceway and Woodrow Hall under the guidance of IHRA founder Larry Carrier. Opened in 1976, the venue served as a mainstay on the IHRA schedule. https://wpde.com/news/local/world-drag-racing-association-cuts-ties-darlington-dragway-jj-da-boss-safety-insurance-violations-terminated-sanction-dangerous-stunt-performed-statement-provided-south-carolina-november-6-2023 https://dragillustrated.com/darlington-dragway-returning-home-as-ihra-member-track/ NHRA Issues New Pro Mod Weight Breaks To Attract Nostalgia Bodies. Under the new rules, 1959 and older body styles will be permitted to deduct 75 pounds from their given combinations' minimum weight, and those from 1960 to 2000 50 pounds. Singling out a couple of specific bodies, the 1968-72 Chevelle is limited to 30 pounds, and the 1968-69 Camaro 15 pounds. https://www.dragzine.com/news/nhra-issues-new-pro-mod-weight-breaks-to-attract-nostalgia-bodies/ Grab your tix now for the Scag Power Equipment PRO #SuperstarShootout Feb. 8-10, 2024 Bradenton Motorsports Park Payouts! 1.3 million. 250,000 to Top Fuel and to Funny Car 125,000 to prostock. Tickets on sale now https://bit.ly/scagpro Stream live w/ #PROonFLO : https://www.flosports.tv / FloRacing Ron Capps Motorsports Johnson's Horsepowered Garage The NAPA Network Toyota Racing CHE Precision Inc. Revchem Composites Former NHRA Pro Mod world champion Jose Gonzalez wheeled Micke's twin-turbo Pro Mod Camaro to reset the E.T. world record for a turbocharged Pro Mod in the quarter mile with a 5.359 at 272.94 mph. Gonzalez overtook Khalid Mohammed's longstanding 5.379-second mark set in 2018. https://dragillustrated.com/mark-micke-stroud-safetys-tommy-cunningham-collaborate-on-pro-mod-parachute-prior-to-jose-gonzalezs-world-record-pass/ 

This week its just us, talking BS and the basics of drag racing. Preparing, Getting to the track, staging lanes, starting line, and reading a ticket.  We try and cover it all.  If we forgot something important, be sure to email us about it at linelockedpodcast@gmail.comHope you enjoy!Show Notes24 Hours of Lemons races for 2024What is 24 hours of Lemons?Racings cars worth up to $500Is very policed, can offset some money by the sale of parts from original car.  Safety equipment does not fall under the $500 rules (wheels, tires brakes, etc. also does not fall under)Safety equipment can only make the driver safe, not the car.Cars are subjected to BSF (Bullshit Factor), tech thinks you paid to much, 1 lap down per $10 overspent.Interesting? The first full-EV to win a 24 Hours of Lemons endurance race overall receives $50,000 in nickels.Schedule? May 11-12, 2024 GingerMan Raceway, South Haven MIJun 15-16, 2024 High Plains Raceway, Deer Trail COJul 13-14, 2024 Autobahn Country Club, Joliet ILSep 7-8, 2024 Road America, Elkhart Lake WISep 14-15, 2024 High Plains Raceway, Deer Trail COLink to 24 hours of lemons page: https://24hoursoflemons.com/

This week we interview the infamous Rocketman Robbie Freels.  We talk about his start, super quick racing, and as much as he remembers about his championship wins with the Nostalgia Drag Racing League (NDRL) ! It was a fun interview that we think you will enjoy.  Thanks for watchingSupport the people that support us!  Give our friends at Performance Automotive in Bethalto, IL a call for your next high performance engine build. 618-377-0020.Nostalgia Drag Racing League (NDRL) https://nostalgiadragleague.com/Show Notes:NewsHendrick Motorsports team gets 300+ Wins in 2023.  At Texas Motor Speedway in September, William Byron delivered the 300th Cup Series win for team owner Rick Hendrick. The victory came two years after the organization passed Petty Enterprises mark of 268 Cup Series wins to become the winningest team in premier series history. In total, 20 drivers have won Cup Series races at Hendrick Motorsports and the team stands at 301 wins following the completion of the 2023 season.Hendrick Motorpsorts engine divisions get 500th winThree weeks earlier at Darlington Raceway, Kyle Larson's win to open the playoffs also marked the 500th national series win for the Hendrick Motorsports engine department. That group currently builds engines for more than just the four Cup Series cars for Hendrick Motorsports. JTG Daugherty Racing and Spire Motorsports used Hendrick engines as do NASCAR Xfinity Series teams JR Motorsports and DGM Racing. Through JTG's win with Ricky Stenhouse Jr. in the 2023 DAYTONA 500, the engine shop earned its eighth win in "The Great American Race." At the close of the 2023 season, the engine shop has accumulated 506 national series wins.

This week we talk with our special guest JAXON MESSAMORE!  3 time Nostalgia Drag Racing League Pro Comp Champ.  Our conversation ranges from the emotional story about his engagement to why people thinks hes a cheat at the track.  Also we cover the NHRA champs, some world records at the World Cup Finals. Be sure to email us at linelockedpodcast@gmail.com with your address to receive a little Christmas decoration for FREE as a token of our appreciation for supporting us.Also if you want to support us, support the people that support us.  Give our friends at Performance Automotive in Bethalto, IL a call for your next high performance engine build. 618-377-0020.Show Notes Below:NHRA champions crowned.Top Fuel - Doug Kalitta First Time (nephew of Connie) Steve Torrence -48 pointsFunny Car - Matt Hagon 4th TimeRobert Hieght -12 PointsMike Smith Came in 31st and only -2618 points behindPro Stock - Erica Enders 6th TimeGreg Anderson -104 PointsPro Stock Bike - Gaige Herrera First Time!Eddie Krawiec -214 Pointshttps://www.nhra.com/news/2023/nhra-camping-world-drag-racing-series-champions-crowned-awards-ceremonyhttps://www.nhra.com/standings/2023/nhra-camping-world-drag-racing-series/nhra-camping-world-drag-racing-seriesWorld cup finals records brokenCarl Brunet in his GM Ecotec-powered Pontiac GXP in the Four-Cylinder race, set a new four-cylinder world record with an incredible run of 5.828 seconds at 242.71 mph Mark Benston Jr. of Delaware reset the Outlaw Drag Radial elapsed time world record four separate times throughout the weekend. Qualified third with his turbocharged 2002 Chevrolet Camaro thanks to a record-setting 5.752 at 254.14 mph run, Benston was on a tear as he continued to improve throughout eliminations. After securing a first-round win, Benston clicked off a 5.733 at 254.76 mph hit in round two. In the semi-finals, his 5.713 at 252.00 mph blast put him through to the finals, where Benston bested John Odom with a monumental 5.697 at 254.66 mph pass, finalizing not only his overall win but also obliterating the world record once more.https://dragillustrated.com/27th-annual-world-cup-finals-import-vs-domestic-delivers-champions-and-record-breaking-runs/

This week Chris tells a story about his big toe... hilarious.  We talk about Kye Kelly being accused of cheating and the JJ Da Boss stunt thats went viral on the internet.  Our main topic of discussion is the NDRL (Nostalgia Drag Racing league) banquet we just got back from and announcing our new official race team.  Enjoy!  Be sure to email us a linelockedpodcast@gamail.com to ask us a question or comment and we will respond on the next taping.Show Notes:Kye Kelley a cheater? - https://www.xtrhorsepower.com/all-of-kye-kelley-cars-are-illegal/?fbclid=IwAR2Dbebehq5pVQtoJRdXobiDhPKy9547deZEvwTEkKYRrVlR1QicwHfBg4EJJ Da Boss lets passenger ride on back of truck - https://www.thedrive.com/news/this-guy-rode-in-the-bed-of-a-drag-truck-during-a-pass-it-turned-into-a-messNostalgia Drag Racing League - https://nostalgiadragleague.com/

Ever wonder what a racer's wife feels about racing? Listen here with our special guest Debby! 

In this episode we talk engine combinations for success, pros and cons of each.  We also talk some news and read some viewer comments.

Welcome to the podcast!  We introduce ourselves, talk about what the podcast is and what it isnt.  We ask some SECRET questions and address some NHRA news.  ENJOY!