Drag Illustrated Issue 114, October 2016 | Page 6

DI114 FEATURES 22 Turbo Talk There was a time when turbocharged entries in drag racing were considered experimental by default, but men like Harry Hruska have helped harness and refine the massive horsepower potential of single- and twin-turbocharged race engines. By Lisa Collier “All the Track Will Hold” 22 26 The Spirit of No-Prep As the popularity of ‘no-prep’ racing has exploded, so have the purses associated with events featuring the exciting eliminator – drawing pro-level teams with big budgets and top-tier performance. Shannon Morgan’s challenge is to maintain the unique brand of racing’s forward momentum, but also preserve its low-budget, weekend warrior roots. By Brandon W. Mudd 92 Family Fun Bob Rahaim is one of the toughest competitors in NHRA Pro Mod and a championship contender every season. He’s having the time of his life, but it wouldn’t mean anything to him if he didn’t have his family by his side every step of the way. By Josh Hachat 92 102 The Racer’s Friend 26 DEPARTMENTS D I RT 42 Jason Miller’s Craft 42-year-old Jason Miller, son of legendary track operator Royce, keeps the family tradition of industry-leading promotional tactics and blockbuster events alive. By Josh Hachat DRAG ST RIP AFFAIRS 82 Douglas & Fickler Newly appointed SEMA board members Chris Douglas of COMP Cams and Kyle Fickler of Aeromotive touch base on all things going fast in the lead-up to 2017. By Josh Hachat CLOS E -U P 110 For the Win Kevin Fiscus outlasted a slew of heavyhitters at the 2016 Shakedown at the Summit to take the $40,000 Outlaw Pro Mod win at Norwalk this September. By Cole Rokosky ON THE COVER Cameron Ferré as photographed by Rick Belden in Concord, North Carolina. 6 | Drag I l l u s t r a t e d | DragIllustrated.com Issue 114 PHOTOS: RICK BELDEN, RANDY HALL, NHRA / NATIONAL DRAGSTER Amongst the best-known people at the drag strip – outlaw or sanctioned – is Mickey Thompson’s Tommy Kundrik, who has spearheaded the company’s growth at the drag strip over the course of the last several years by lending his expertise to anyone willing to ask a question. By Josh Hachat