The 2025 drag racing season kicked off in epic fashion at Sick Week, where some of the fiercest competitors pushed their machines to the absolute limit. From record-breaking runs to all-out battles for class wins, this event showcased the grit, determination, and camaraderie that make Drag-and-Drive racing so special.
Josh Davis & Devin Vanderhoof: Champions in Modified
Josh Davis and Devin Vanderhoof came out swinging at Sick Week 2025, piloting "Big Ern," an ultra-clean Ford Mustang convertible equipped with twin HPT F5 88103 turbochargers and AFIS 600lb/hr Injectors. Through shattered windshields and three different transmissions, they fought tooth and nail to secure the Modified class victory and clock the second overall quickest average ET of 6.577 seconds.
đ New Personal Best: 6.372 @ 227.7 MPH
đ„ Second Quickest Overall ET Average: 6.577
The hard work paid offâcongrats to Josh, Devin, and the entire team!
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Chuck Stefanski: Big 3 Racing Dominates Modified Class
Chuck Stefanski and the Big 3 Racing Team put in an incredible performance, steering their AFIS-fueled Pontiac Grand LeMans wagon to a 7.28-second average at 191.9 MPH, securing a second-place finish in the ultra-competitive Modified class.
Huge congratulations to Chuck and the Big 3 Racing crew for an incredible showing!
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Graham Hayes: Ultimate Iron Champion
Graham Hayes and Eric Gold showed the power of boost over bottle, swapping out nitrous for a pair of HPT F5 88103 turbochargers on their '66 Chevy Nova at Performance Fab. The result? A dominant Ultimate Iron Class victory and third overall quickest average ET of 6.64 seconds!
đ Best Pass: 6.49 @ 225 MPH
đ„ Third Overall Quickest ET Average: 6.64
Their dedication and tuning expertise proved once again that turbocharged power reigns supreme.
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Bob Hess Jr.: Super Street Victory Against All Odds
Bob Hess Jr. and his HEMI-powered Fox Body Mustang showcased resilience and raw power at Sick Week, surviving 850 grueling street miles and some late-event mechanical woes. With help from fellow racers, Bob and his dad pushed through to secure the Super Street class win!
đ„ New Personal Best: 7.33 @ 193 MPH
đ„ Super Street Quickest Average ET: 7.45
A massive shoutout to the Big 3 Racing Team for making it happen!
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Jack Brooks: The True Spirit of Drag-and-Drive Racing
Some wins don't come with a trophy, but they leave a lasting impact. Jack Brooks had his share of misfortune at Sick Week 2025, battling a lost HTD pulley, a failed transmission, and finally an oil pump failure that ended his week early. But Jack wasnât done yet.
Instead of packing up, he and his co-pilot Shawn stayed at the track, cheering on fellow racers. Then came the ultimate test of sportsmanshipâon the final day, Super Street leader Bob Hess Jr. needed a turbo to make his last pass. Without hesitation, Jack pulled one of his HPT F5 88103 turbos off his Chevy Nova and helped install it on Bobâs Fox Body Mustang. The result? Bob made his pass just in time and clinched the Super Street win!
This moment captured the heart of the Drag-and-Drive communityâcompetitors helping each other in the heat of battle. Jack Brooks, we salute you! We can't wait to see you back in action at Drag Week 2025.