Caleb Miller and his 1987 Chevy camaro
Caleb Miller’s Camaro is anything but ordinary.
It was 1 degree above zero when we arrived in Middletown Ohio to visit Caleb. January in Ohio can be depressing. However, when we walked through the door to "Gonzo's garage", you would have thought he was ready to load up the Camaro and head straight to KD Dragway. It's easy to understand Caleb’s excitement during the miserable cold and snowy weather. He had Street Racing Channel YouTube Videos streaming on a big screen TV in his brand new heated and insulated garage. Fighting issues
Although we would have loved to watch videos all day, that's not what we came to do. Our attention turned to his 3rd Gen Camaro sitting in the middle of the shop. The little LS Turbo Camaro has made a name for itself in Ohio. Its last outing was at The Street Racers Reunion No Prep event in Clay City Kentucky where it went vertical just past the 60ft cone.
2018 was a tough year for Caleb and the Camaro. After upgrading the turbo and a few other parts, Caleb struggled to get the Camaro tuned in for maximum power. However, once he started to sneak up on the “sweet spot” he found a new problem... Keeping the nose down. Caleb pointed out the smashed Moroso oil pan laying on the floor, “I patched it by welding it after the car came down hard at Pacemakers last year, but when it came down hard at Clay City, there was no fixing it.” 
"I decided to go with a Turbo LS setup"
Wheel stands were a new problem for the Camaro. The basic V6 Camaro was purchased 8 years ago with a blown engine. “I started out with a pump gas 383 small block Chevy. Then I put a big block Chevy in it, but it wasn’t street drivable with fender exit headers. The big block fit in the car really nice, but there’s just no room for headers and exhaust under the car. So I decided to go with a LS Turbo setup.” When asked who built the car Caleb said, "I built pretty much every inch of it," With the help of his good friend Josh Lindon. Caleb back halfed the camaro after purchasing frame rails from Jegs. All of the Fabrication work was done by either him or Josh.
The Setup
Caleb located a LC9 5.3 LS engine and went to work fabricating his own front clip and turbo kit. The 323ci all aluminum LS engine sports its stock crankshaft, but has been upgraded with Trick Flow 220 heads, a Brian Tooley Stage 3 hydraulic roller Camshaft, Flat Top Pistons, H beam Connecting Rods, and an ATI Harmonic Balancer.
A belt driven fuel pump feeds fuel pressure to the Fuel Injector Development Injectors, and a Holley EFI ECU controls ignition and fuel demands. Caleb was tight lipped about other specifics, especially when asked about the Big Single Turbo Charger he purchased from Forced Inductions. The turbo feeds boost to a Frozen Boost Air to Water Intercooler that has been fitted into the cowl area below the windshield. All the power from the little 5.3 can make is put through a Power Glide transmission, and sent back to the ladder bar rear suspension and 9” Ford Rear Axle. 
The Plan for 2019
Caleb plans to put the Camaro in the winner’s circle at KD Dragway at the Midnight Madness Season opener May 10 and 11th after he gets a new Windshield installed and gets the Camaro up on a frame rack to repair the damage it suffered when it stood straight up, and drug the parachute mount last fall at Mountain Park Dragway. “I’ve switched back to a stock F body pan to get some additional ground clearance. I plan on putting dual adjustable front struts on the car for 2019 to help control the front suspension.”
Clearly, the Camaro has just begun to show its potential. We at Street Racing Channel can't wait to see it race in 2019. 
#MULLEtgang
One man and a single car garage
In the day and age of professional shop built race cars, and mail order engines… everything you need to go fast can be a phone call and a credit card away. Finding somebody willing to work on their own car, and build everything from scratch is becoming rare. Chassis, roll cage, engine, transmission, electrical system, fuel system, and the Nitrous system, all built by one man in a single car garage.
Garth Lightfoot of Springfield Ohio, Has been Street Racing before the ink was dry on his drivers license in 1989.
“My dad John Lightfoot was always into cars and racing. He liked Fords. I don’t have a problem with any other makes. I’ve had a couple Dodges, but I’m partial to Fords.”
Garth’s first car was a ’76 Maverick. A simple 302, 4spd car. When we asked Garth how many cars he’s owned over the years, he couldn’t easily recall, but figured he has owned at least 15 Race Cars. When asked how many of them had been used to Street Raced, Garth replied, “All of them.” It would stand straight up if you weren't careful
Garth has been a mechanic his entire life, known by many as the man to go see with any kind of problem involving cars or trucks. When a major back surgery forced him to take some time off work, Garth sold all his race cars and parts, Including his famous black Austin powered by a Big Block Ford with a serious shot of Nitrous.
“The Austin was a really good car. The engine was set way back in it, almost under the windshield and it would hook up good on the street. It would stand straight up if you weren’t careful.” 
Along came The henry J
Garth began to get back into Racing after recovering from a major back surgery. A Foxbody Mustang and a Mercury Capri were purchased, and raced for years. He explained, “But the newer cars just didn’t feel right, and I started looking for a new project.”
One day, Garth came across a Craigslist Ad for a 1953 Henry J, and he arranged to go look at it. The old Kaiser was found parked in a barn.
“The floor boards and rockers were completely gone. But I just couldn’t walk away from it. I just had to have it. I struck a deal on the car, and we drug it outside. It wasn’t until I had it up on the trailer that I realized how bad it really was. But, it had a clear Ohio title. “
The original plan for the Henry was to cut off the ancient front suspension and frame rails, and put a modern front frame section on it. The original rear frame rails would be reused, and a 9” Ford would be bolted in place of the original rear axle. Of course, a nice fresh Small Block Ford would be set between the front frame rails. Unfortunately, the original frame was in such poor shape, there was just no way to save it. Garth pulled out his trusty Jegs Catalogue and started making a list of parts. A Jegster Roll Cage kit and frame rails were ordered, along with all the necessary suspension parts to mount the ladder bars and the new Ford 9” rear axle with Disc Brakes. 
Up front, the Henry sports Mustang II suspension, with rack and pinion steering and modern disc brakes.
Garth sold the original front fenders and hood that were nearly perfect and offset the cost of some of the go fast parts he needed.
Parts Including a new one piece Fiberglass nose, truck lid, and doors from ScottRodsCustom.com. The plan is to use Lexan for all the window glass. The original steel roof, dash, and quarter panels will remain.
I’ve got plans to use one of my home made Nitrous Plates that I’ve used for years on different engines.”
The Henry J also needed a new power plant. Garth had kept his trusty Big Block Ford from his Mustang, but decided to sell the Big Block and instead utilize a very healthy 427ci Small Block Ford. Garth was very stingy about specifics on the internals, but would verify it had 13:1 compression, a healthy solid roller camshaft, and of course a couple Nitrous kits.
“The intake is already plumbed for a fogger, and I’ve got plans to use one of my home made Nitrous Plates that I’ve used for years on different engines.” 
Garth's 427 Small Block ford
Currently the engine sports a Holley Dominator Carburetor set up for Alcohol, and its own belt driven fuel pump. But the Nitrous system will have its own stand alone fuel system for Race Gas. The idea being that alcohol helps keep the engine cool, it makes more power, is less prone to detonation, and is less expensive than race gas.
Homemade Nitrous Plate that has been used for yearsThe plan is to make it to the first midnight madness
Garth has a lot of work to get done before Racing season begins. The plan is to race the car for the first time during the $20,000 to win “Midnight Madness” season opener at KD Dragway in South Webster, Ohio. The 1/8th mile outlaw track has become famous for hosting “Street Racing style events”, that has drawn attention from all over the country.
“When you first go to KD and you see the shut down going up that hill, its pretty intimidating. But once you make a pass, you just want to do it again. It’s incredible how much its helped bring back interest in heads up racing in Ohio. We can’t wait to go.” We can’t wait to see you there Garth. Thank you for watching, for more videos make sure you subscribe to our YouTube Channel. We try and do Vlogs weekly and keep everyone updated on the progress of the S-10 and our travel to different races! 
"Marlon was known as superman to his loved ones"
Marlon E Senter "Fast Lane" went to be with the lord on April 3rd, 2018. He was a selfless man that lived a good and promising life. Marlon was known as "SUPERMAN" to his loved ones, because there was nothing the we felt he could not do; nor tried to do for the well being and positive growth of his family. He would give the shirt off his back to a complete stranger, and help anyone in any way he could. Marlon always carried a smile on his face, no matter what life threw in his way. Marlon leaves behind his mother Joyce Senter, and a host of brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, along with 5 children of his own, (Mercedes, Diamond, Brittany, Jasmine, and Marlon Jr. He also leaves behind 15 grand children that truly adore him.
On Tuesday, Family and Friends gathered at the Scioto River Bridge to celebrate the life of Marlon by participating in a balloon release. The support for Marlon and his family was overwhelming as people of all different walks of life came to support. From Motorcycle clubs, to Drag Racers, and people who crossed paths with Marlon at one point in time.
from the writer:
"Marlon was a great man, I had the pleasure of meeting him at Pacemakers Cash Days last year. The first time I saw Marlon I thought, wow that guy is strong, I wouldn't want to mess with him! After seeing his smile, and the way he carried himself I knew he was a good man. Marlon and I exchanged $100 the first day we met on a grudge race with the "NOS-S10" and Jimmy Lomax's Foxbody Mustang. He shook his head at me and smiled as he handed over the $100. Marlon loved racing, whether it was cars, motorcycles or racing on foot!"
Donate To The Fast Lane Funeral Fund:Funeral Service:
Monday May 7th
Time: 1:00 pm Place: 720 E Long St. Columbus, Ohio 43203 memorial video: a street racing legendIf you have watched the Discovery Channel's show 'Street Outaws' from the very beginning then chances are you've probably seen Chris Hamilton. "Boosted" as they call him, has always been known to race against big tire cars, being the underdog on Small Tires, and having a lot of success at it. Before the show, Chris always street raced. He was a normal guy like anybody else and being one of the best was his passion. Racing in the real "Cash Days" established in 2006 ,before it was popular to call every street race with a buy in "Cash Days". He is a street racing legend, and thats why we knew he would be the guy to have come to Pacemakers Dragway in Mount Vernon, Ohio for our season opener. Chris will race against local heros, street racers, and out of towners from Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, West Virginia, and more.  Chris has a new rideChris will be racing his brand new car, and debuting it against 20-30 other cars in the Friday night shootout, and also racing Small Tire on Saturday. Gates open at 3pm for spectators on Friday, with racing starting around 6pm. Cost of admission is $20, Kids 12 and under are FREE, and Military with I.D. are also FREE. On Saturday Gates open at NOON with Racing at 4PM. Track Address: 8926 Columbus Rd. Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050 Pacemakers Dragway Parkwww.pacemakersdragwaypark.com/
Full Metal Jacket
Colin Cichocki has locked into the Untouchable No Prep Shootout Sponsored by Trick Flow Specialties (April 20th-21st) . His ride is a nasty 76' Chevy Nova, Stock suspension, "3600 lbs", powered by a Big Block Chevy on Nitrous. Colin and his team are representing out of Westland, Michigan. Colin will be competing against the best of the best in No Prep with guys like Boosted GT, Eric Bain, and Boost 12 all coming for the money. This could go down as Biggest No Prep Race in Ohio's history, all taking place at the Historic Pacemakers Dragway Park, in Mount Vernon, Ohio.
He's Coming
Today, we can confirm that Kye Kelley and the bad ass Pat Musi Nitrous Powered Third Gen Camaro known as the "Shocker" will be coming to Clay City, KY April 6th AND 7th for the Mountain Park No Prep race.
We are extremely excited to have Kye at the event to make passes, sign autographs and meet with fans. 10% of proceeds from the event will go to the Kent Rose Foundation. For more information on them go to www.KentRoseFoundation.Com. The Event
The event starts Friday April 6th, around 6 o 'clock we will begin first round of the Small Tire 16 car Shootout. Between rounds, and after the Shootout we will be doing Arm Drop Style Grudge Racing all night, just the way Kent would have liked.
On Saturday April 7th, we will start around 11am with 1/4 mile Roll Racing. THEN, we will have 28" Tire Class, 29" Tire Class, Outlaw Class, Average Joe Class, and Hard Tire Class, more information on rules and classes can be found on this site under the Mountain Park No Prep Section at the top of the home page! Street Racing Channel will be on site all weekend taking video, organizing, and selling merchandise. Come on out and have a good time, that is the main goal of this event. Spectators: $15 Racer: $25 
The boys are in
Robert Nau and his family Team known as the "AMC Boys" as many call them have made their way into the Untouchable No Prep Shootout sponsored by Trick Flow Specialties. Roberts team includes his son-in law James, Son Robert Nau II, and Brother Ben Nau, the Driver of this wicked AMC Gremlin. An opportunity arose for the AMC to get in the shootout when racer Bryan Ellithorpe of Arkansas was unable to finish his car in time, leaving an open spot in the 32 car invitational.
 Real TealTodd Dennis will be racing in the Untouchable No Prep Shootout presented by Trick Flow Specialties at Pacemakers Dragway Park. Todd drives the Complete Auto Repair & Performance LLC 93' Cobra Mustang powered by a 363 Small Block Ford. Holley EFI manages the power made by the 76mm Turbo and Trick Flow High Port Head combination.
The Little s-10 that could
Chris Bishir, and his Twin Turbo 6.0 LS powered 82 Chevy S-10 are headed to Pacemakers Dragway, in Mount Vernon, OH on April 20th for the Untouchable No Prep Shootout sponsored by Trick Flow Specialties. Chris admits, "While I may be outgunned in the horsepower department at this race one big benefit is all the seat time and data from racing the same combo for years." Racing against guys like Joey Rabiola "Boost 12", Eric Bain, and Chris Hamilton, will undoubtedly be tough, but Chris is confident he can do some damage.
The race
On Friday April 20th, at a little 1/8th mile track in Mount Vernon, Ohio "Patches" will be put to the test. The competition will be nothing less than the best, with Boosted GT, Jason Cantu, Boost 12, Boosted Ego, John Quick, J.P. Delisi, Derek Travis, and so many other tough competitors. Pacemakers Dragway Park, will be host to thousands of race fans who come to see the best in the business battle it out on a surface that not many have any testing or data. On that night some of the fastest, most powerful Hot-Rods, could be taken out in the first round by local heroes...
Local Heroes like Goran Stanisovski, and his crowd favorite 65 Chevy Nova that goes by the name of "Patches". This won't be Goran's first or second time running at Pacemakers, he has made many passes down the little 1/8th mile track and that alone will give him an advantage over most. Goran has been making a name for his self lately not only at the local level, but at the National Level! Multiple appearances at Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings races including a Final Round Appearance at Orangeburg. Before all the Street Outlaws racing, "Patches" sat in the winners circle at National Trail Raceway and was crowned "King of Columbus", a highly respected title in Ohio.  "My name is John Kramer or Johnny Quick some call me"John Kramer, AKA "Johnny Quick" Is preparing to race in the Untouchable No Prep Shootout presented by Trick Flow Specialties on April 20th-21st at Pacemakers Dragway Park, located in Mount Vernon, Ohio. John will be competing against some of the best Small Tire No Prep Racers in the country with guys like Chris Hamilton "Boosted GT", Jason Cantu, "Boost12", Derek Travis, the Blain Brothers, and many more. We asked John to tell a little about himself to which he replied, "My name is John Kramer, or Johnny Quick some like to call me. I am a Brick Layer and also do some race car fabricating in my shop at home. My Girl Friend Nikki races her Motorcycle, and supports my habit that gets way out of hand, but she deals with it. Below is a video of John racing in his Mustang against his Girl Friend Nikki, on her Hayabusa. 
A 3000hp Monster on 28x10.5 tires
Eric Bain, and "Boosted Ego" the insanely fast 540ci BBC Twin Turbo Mustang, will be attending the Untouchable No Prep Series season opener April 20th and 21st at Pacemakers Dragway Park, in Mount Vernon, Ohio. Winning the race won't be as easy as you'd think with all that power. "Boosted Ego" will have some tough competition against some of the best small tire no prep cars in the country including Boosted GT, Jason Cantu, J.P. Delisi, John Quick, Derek Travis, and many others will be ready to battle for the money. At a track many of the guys have never been to, with no test passes, and no data for the surface, a mouse could trip up a lion in the first round or two.
The Silver Unit to attend Untouchable No Prep Shootout
Derek Travis, owner and driver of the Silver Unit Camaro has locked in a spot into the Untouchable No Prep Shootout presented by Trick Flow Specialties. April 20th, Derek plans to be racing against some of the best small tire no prep racers around including, Boosted GT, Jason Cantu, Boost12, John Quick, and many others under the lights at the historic Pacemakers Dragway Park in Mount Vernon, Ohio.
Derek's 86' Camaro is powered by a 706 Cubic inch Big Block Chevy, equipped with 3 stages of Inductions Solutions Nitrous. Derek tells us he has had the car for 15 years, and originally bought the car as a roller. We asked Derek about the car, and he told us, "I never thought I would have anything this fast, but it's pretty quick." Quick is an understatement, this car flat out gets with the program, and to be on small tires for this no prep race... It will be a challenge. However it is a challenge accepted by a No prep, and Street Racing Veteran, such as Derek. If you have watched the show Street Outlaws on Discovery, you have probably seen Derek, especially on the earlier seasons. Derek is known for betting on shirt sleeves, I have a feeling he may be taking some sleeves back home with him after April 20th-21st. 
Heads up racing on the rise
In 2017, thousands of Drag Racing fans took to Pacemakers Dragway park to see what the buzz was all about. "Cash Days" became a household name in Central Ohio, and gained quite a reputation of being the event to go to. If you liked to see fast cars racing old school, heads up style off of a flashlight, or instant green tree, you were there, and if you weren't there... you missed out!
 Photo By: Midwest Motorsports Media The man who just loves to raceRob Klassen is no stranger when it comes to racing on No Prep surfaces, just this past year Rob made his way to just about every Prepped, or No Prep race that we at Street Racing Channel promoted. This time the stakes are bigger than ever, with $8000 up for grabs and competing against some of the best no prep racers in the country! April 20th-21st he will be racing at Pacemakers Dragway Park in Mount Vernon, Ohio for the Untouchable No Prep Shootout presented by Trick Flow Specialties.
J.P. Delisi out of the Motor City Detroit, Michigan will be attending the Untouchable No Prep Series Small Tire Shootout Sponsored by Trick Flow Specialties April 20th-21st, 2018. This Event will be held at the historic Pacemakers Dragway Park in Mount Vernon, Ohio. J.P. will be competing against racers such as, Boosted GT, Derek Travis Silver Unit Camaro, Boosted Ego, Boost 12, Bill Lutz, John Quick, and many more. (Ticket information listed at the bottom of the article.)
Just in the nick of time
You may remember seeing a voting article about a week or so ago on this site. Out of the 13 Drivers listed in that article, Boost 12 happened to receive about 1/3 votes. Joey Rabiola contacted us as we were putting the article together, we had already decided we would do a vote to find out who the last entry should be. As I had just finished punching in car number 11's information in the voting article, I get a message from him, and he wants in the deal. The 12th car added to the article was "Boost 12", and he is coming to Pacemakers Dragway Park April 20th. Joey got in the vote with only minutes to spare, making him the 32nd and final entry into the Untouchable No Prep Shootout Sponsored by Trick Flow Specialties.
Kenna is 22 years old and currently attends The Ohio State University where she majors in Public Policy, Management and Leadership with a minor in International Affairs. (Gallery Below)
What do you love about racing? "I love racing because it brings friends and families together. It also shows how smart people can be. I like to watch while someone fixes their car, trouble shooting every possibility. It’s amazing how much someone can learn when they love the subject. I also love how every car is a representation of whomever owns it. Whether it is the color, what’s under the hood, what kind of wheels are on it, ect." What are your favorite hobbies? "I don’t have a whole lot of time for hobbies between school, work and helping with Street Racing Channel activities. One thing I love to do during the summer, when I’m not at the track or working, is taking my dog Jake for hikes somewhere pretty. Watching him sniff around and run in circles out of excitement of being outside makes me very happy." Life Goals? "To marry the love of my life (Billy Hoskinson). Have a cute little house somewhere on the outskirts of town, preferably by a coast. Have three kids, a boy and a girl and I’d like to adopt. For a career, I’d like to work with an Organization or for the government writing policy papers, changing policies that are outdated and make the community better. And hopefully Save some animals and the environment along the way." Mckenna's Instagram: @thatgirlmckennaVlog:New feature every month
Pacemakers Dragway Park (Mount Vernon, OH) Will be host to the Biggest Small Tire No Prep Shootout in the Midwest on April 20th 2018. With Names like "Boosted Ego", "Silver Unit", "Boosted GT", Bill Lutz, Jason Cantu, local Ohio Street Outlaw "Raggedy Ann", John Quick, The Blain Brothers and many, many more. The Level of competition is going to be nothing short of incredible.
"It was very tough to narrow a field of over 50+ entries down to just 16, so we raised the limit to a 32 car field" said Rod Zolman, Track Operator at Pacemakers. "Even with 31 cars now locked in and pre-paid, we are having difficulty choosing between the last 10-12 racers. How do you choose who gets the chance to race among some of the best in the country, and who doesn't?" We are going to let YOU decide: Read through each car listed below, and pick your favorite at the very bottom by clicking the circle beside your choice. ONE VOTE ONLY, If you try to vote more than one time, it will not count!
#1: Ryan Wise "Green Card"
Mount Vernon, Ohio 
99' Cobra Mustang, Pro Charged SBC
#2 Robert Nau "AMC BOYS"
Canton, Ohio 
72' AMC Gremlin, AMC Powered, one kit of Nitrous. 2017 Quaker City No Prep WINNER
#3 Doug Keller
Chillicothe, Ohio 
Ford Fairmont, SBF Single Turbo
#4 Roy Taylor
Scottsburg, Indiana 
85' Mustang 440' SBF 98mm Turbo
#5 Chris Stewart "Ralph the Hooker"
Canton, Ohio 
83' Malibu Wagon, 427 SBC, 2 Kits of Nitrous
#6 Bill Willoughby "Crowd Control"
Grove City, Ohio 
87' Mustang 351W Nitrous Car
#7 Brandon Garcia "Killer Fox"
Cotulla, Texas 
Redemption 6.0/7.0 attendee, Bounty Hunter, Dirty South No Prep Series Competitor
#8 Micheal Pacey
New Carlisle, Ohio 
64' Chevelle 5.3 LS 98mm Turbo
#9 Jamie Umberger "Casper"
Bluewell, West Virginia 
86' Mustang, 408LSX, 88mm Turbo, Full Interior, Full Exhaust
#10 Eric Perini
Marion, Ohio 
72' Nova, Nitrous BBC, Ex. Ultra Street Car, Partnered with Dustin Williamson out of Columbus Ohio.
#11 Joseph Pawley "Unfair Lane"
Irvington, KY 
BBF, Two Foggers, PowerGlide. A very well known Street Racer from the Louisville Kentucky area.
#12 Joey Rabiola "Boost 12"
Chicago, Illinois 
Well Known No Prep Racer featured multiple times by 1320video, SBF 98mm turbo, stock suspension mustang. Featured on the TV series Street Outlaws on more than one occasion.
"#13 Danny Garbarino "Hollywood Camaro"
Detroit, Michigan 
69' Camaro ,BBC Nitrous, Stock front suspension, Wildside racing out of Detroit Michigan
Pacemakers Dragway Park
8926 Columbus Rd Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050 Contact Info: Rod Zolman- Track Operator 740-358-2852 Bill Hoskinson- Marketing and Promotion Manager 740-281-6059 Below is the track address on a map, so you can easily find it. Located approximately 40 minutes North East of Columbus. AuthorBilly Hoskinson 
KD Dragway is not your average drag strip, It takes skill to make consistent fast passes here at this track. It is the perfect track for street racers that want to simulate the street conditions as much as possible. Oh yeah, and there's also a huge hill at the end of the track that makes you feel like you're on a roller coaster.
The Holiday Season can be tough for some families, many families struggle to afford a good Christmas for their children. Vic's Body Shop stepped up to host an incredible event to raise money, and collect donations for children's toys!
When you're strolling through the PRI Tradeshow, and you look around the corner and see this truck sitting there, you have to stop and take a look at whats going on...
 Chad Little (39) Of Raceland, KY Passed away on Wednesday Night. Chad is Survived by his Wife, and young son.
Chad is a Husband, Father, Marine, and was a huge part of the Car, and Drag Racing scene. Many people are shocked by this news, and still haven't had a chance to process the situation. This is very tough for any family going into the holidays, and we are hoping to help Chad's family deal with the unexpected funeral expenses, and help pay for some toys for their son's Christmas. |
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