Building A 12,000 Horsepower Top Fuel Dragster

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  • @Mike-vt6nc
    @Mike-vt6nc Год назад +57

    I’m gonna call it right now I predict Clay to win the U.S. Nationals in 2023 !!!

    • @tbusch63
      @tbusch63 Год назад +1

      I will join you on this one!! Not only does he have the ability, But, He deserves a Nationals win!!

    • @slowpoke96Z28
      @slowpoke96Z28 Год назад

      Top 5. Every track will be a new track for the car. No data. To finish 1 is asking a lot. Top 5 is more amazing for a new car than most people think.

    • @slowpoke96Z28
      @slowpoke96Z28 Год назад +1

      Sorry, misread. Thought you meant the whole season lol.

    • @alittlepandemonium
      @alittlepandemonium Год назад

      win or lose im sure he will bring us into the car with him he is awesome for his commentary and videos up front and great way to stay with what is happening race by race
      event by event

  • @ramosel
    @ramosel Год назад +37

    It's always a treat to have these discussions with Kaylynn about the clutch workings on your videos. She's not just here because she's a woman... she knows her craft, well! Diversity is such a wonderful thing when it is organic and not forced!!

    • @i-_-am-_-g1467
      @i-_-am-_-g1467 Год назад +6

      She's awesome and is always elbow deep in engine stuff, she's exactly the type of gal that the left in your country is scared of, or scared to admit exists.

    • @danoc51
      @danoc51 Год назад +4

      I remember when this new crew came on. They've certainly matured. Kaylynn is a great spokesperson for the team and drag racing. I hope she gets more public and wider recognition and exposure in promoting my lifetime favorite sport.

    • @slowpoke96Z28
      @slowpoke96Z28 Год назад

      Lol

  • @ronhodgkinson7683
    @ronhodgkinson7683 Год назад +8

    Another amazing opportunity to see the behind perceptive of a team effort before the season. Good luck to all, go fast and stay safe....

  • @andrewgorniak6173
    @andrewgorniak6173 Год назад +16

    Clay there is nothing boring about what you are doing and putting on RUclips love all you are showing on your channel keep the great content coming and I can't wait for the new drag racing season to start

  • @MrScottr1958
    @MrScottr1958 Год назад +6

    Good to see the Crew moved with you.

  • @patrickbachman2184
    @patrickbachman2184 Год назад +6

    Kaylin &Izzy are gonna be very busy with the pure inventory of parts!!!!

  • @ericsweet1419
    @ericsweet1419 Год назад +12

    Clay praying for you and your team on an amazing year!!!! Can't wait to see you win the championship!!!

  • @maryjanemullin5337
    @maryjanemullin5337 Год назад +6

    Glad to see the old and new crew !! Car coming along great and can’t wait for testing to start!!

  • @camdix3250
    @camdix3250 6 месяцев назад

    This is SO INTERESTING seeing some of the construction and adjustments (driver compartment) of the car. Discussion of the clutch discs and their heat-treated hardness is wonderful.
    I think it would be great for young people if you could have the various people who work on the car talk about their education or how they got the experience or training needed to get their jobs working for a Top Fuel team.
    Clay, thank you so much for all of your wonderful videos. Absolutely fantastic. (Subscriber)

  • @USN_Ret-
    @USN_Ret- Год назад +2

    Happy B-day!! My 57th is tomorrow.

  • @kevinswensen3375
    @kevinswensen3375 Год назад +1

    2023 is your year Clay, best of luck to ya, your content is second to none. Thank ya much

  • @jimbristow900
    @jimbristow900 Год назад +6

    Thanks for all the updates Clay! Really looking forward to watching you this season! Stomp on that loud pedal!!!

  • @strykerentllc
    @strykerentllc Год назад +2

    Well Happy Belated Birthday, Clay. The insight on the clutch discs was nothing short of a wealth of information so thank you for asking those questions of Kaylynn. She's SHARP and knows her metallurgy & a true asset to the team. You've got great people on the team and you're well on your way to some big W's this year. As always, thanks for sharing and we're looking forward to the next video. Cheers!

  • @johnmcdonnell6109
    @johnmcdonnell6109 Год назад +1

    Clay, Awesome video! Love Top Fuel Drag racing. IN fact I gave you a time slip or two and Maryland International Raceway back in the day! I wish you and the team the best of luck this year! Love your attitude and BTW Can you and Doug "Zilla" Herbert be that close together! LMAO!!! Take care! Be safe and I look forward to the 2023 NHRA season! -John McDonnell

  • @texxasal
    @texxasal Год назад +1

    For a "car" without either a battery, alternator, starter, radio/stereo, and without a "water system" (radiator, water pump, etc.) there's a mass of "plumbing" and "wiring". All of which is designed to last a maximum of 4 minutes (Start up to shut down). Amazing.

  • @jerrycoon3369
    @jerrycoon3369 Год назад +7

    Man I am hoping the new setup makes it easier for you guys and gals to beat the mega teams.

  • @lennyv3358
    @lennyv3358 Год назад +3

    Could you talk about about the sensors. What you are measuring and how that data is used. Also how much an advantage do multi car teams have with all the data they collection.

  • @ronspencer6668
    @ronspencer6668 Год назад +4

    Good to know the changes, thanks for bringing us all up to speed. You obviously know that this "extended team" needs to know these things and that we care. You must be excited! Cheers dude.

  • @mattmorford7489
    @mattmorford7489 Год назад

    Very informative, and behind the scenes. Keep it coming for our learning enjoyment.

  • @damienmilk3025
    @damienmilk3025 Год назад

    All the best for 2023; regards from Australia.

  • @waynewilliams8554
    @waynewilliams8554 Год назад

    I've never heard of bluing the chassis. My new FED's getting blued. Thanks Clay!!

  • @beckyumphrey2626
    @beckyumphrey2626 Год назад

    Love the tech talk from your AWESOME clutch master.

  • @notyou9688
    @notyou9688 Год назад

    Clay, Im new to your channel and so happy i found you. I live in Bakersfield, Ca. and maybe you have heard of us. When i was a kid the March Meets were a pretty big deal as far as drag racing and my Dad and i never missed it. I got to watch the Mongoose and the Snake go at it along with big Daddy Don Garlets. Shirley Muldowney. Anyways sorry Im just rambling on. But Im excited that I found you and im learning so much watching you. Its so cool getting this insider perspective. Your a great guy. I love your positive attitude. You can tell you love doing what your doing. Ill be rooting for you this season and hope to come to a few races to watch you in person. Thank you for doing this. I will tell my friends about you as well. Thanks again. Drive Fast and Take Chances. but be safe .
    Sincerely Steve

  • @zymmer4
    @zymmer4 10 месяцев назад

    good on you, Clay..Happy B-Day from me to youall..(loved your session with Emily) !!!!!

  • @RWHP
    @RWHP Год назад

    RACE CITY USA! Thats what i've said for 4 years with our drag&drive car there that won Sickweek 2022 and runner-up 2023. Its at Biguns shop and love how everything you need is within 15 minutes basicly :)

  • @lonnyhollywood
    @lonnyhollywood Год назад

    happy birthday mate! from australia and just letting Clay know we are going to get you and your wife to australia in the future because you have a lot of friends here in racing and out, see you soon.

  • @larryparrish4742
    @larryparrish4742 Год назад +3

    Your videos r never boring! I like seeing all things top fuel! Happy birthday!!

  • @benjamincrouch583
    @benjamincrouch583 Год назад

    New car is looking awesome. Such a great facility/wshop. Happy belated birthday Clay 🎉👍

  • @steveharmon9855
    @steveharmon9855 Год назад

    Clay, you are a class act, enthusiastic, fun gentleman. I always look forward to watching your videos and congratulations on your win this year, long over due.
    Hope to see you at Pomona for the world finals and hang out with along with my cousins Bret and Carol Goethe.
    Stay positive my brother, good luck for the remainder of the season.

  • @jasonford7216
    @jasonford7216 Год назад

    Thanks clay... I love learning and hearing how things work in this sport...

  • @keithalbrecht4785
    @keithalbrecht4785 Год назад +4

    Happy Birthday Clay!!! The new shop is amazing. Really cool video, thank for sharing Clay!!!

  • @hooligan_3
    @hooligan_3 Год назад +3

    Great video as usual, Clay! Can't wait to see you stomp on that loud pedal!

  • @jerryblum7098
    @jerryblum7098 Год назад

    A BIG Happy Belated Birthday Clay. I hope I am able to get to Topeka, KS. this year to see you stomp on your loud pedal. Be good, and be safe. Thanks for the inside content of the life of a NHRA top fuel driver.

  • @MustangMike256
    @MustangMike256 Год назад

    Clay I really like to see the autism puzzle pieces on your helmet. My son has autism and it makes me very proud to see racers support the cause. Praying you have a great and safe year racing.

  • @johnchamberlain5435
    @johnchamberlain5435 Год назад +1

    Happy birthday, Clay! I remember when I still had a 29-inch waist, decades ago... Best team in the NHRA. Rock on!

  • @RockJawRicky
    @RockJawRicky Год назад +1

    Great video Clay and Happy B'day! I love the Ford Performance logos on a hemi.. LOL

  • @chargerman426
    @chargerman426 Год назад +3

    The level of fabricators in the Mooresville area is bananas. Hell thats where all my tig cups come from, Furick. Hopefully the move to a single company making all the NASCAR chassis didnt cause a huge talent drain from that area. Would be SUPER interested in seeing the hoses and electrical connectors you guys run on the topfuel stuff.

    • @jeffsligh9818
      @jeffsligh9818 Год назад

      One of the reasons that I am in North Carolina in Concord, which is right outside of Mooresville, is because of the Motorsports involvement. Yes, being a hard core Draqg Racer can be rough in NASCAR land, but the technology sharing available is great! So glad to have more NHRA teams in the area! Got lucky and had Tasca right across the street when they were in Concord! Lots of fun the couple of times they brought the car outside and test fired it! Shook the whole area and that wonderful sound!

  • @Spanabama
    @Spanabama Год назад

    Your RUclips videos make me feel like I'm part of your team...!!! Thanks.

  • @robertjohnson4784
    @robertjohnson4784 Год назад

    Hey clay I am so excited for you in the new season I see nothing but good things ahead and a championship God bless you my brother stay safe

  • @brandonreeves5979
    @brandonreeves5979 Год назад +2

    I was totally blown away whenever kaylin got to talking about clutches! Mind blown 🤯
    Happy Birthday buddy! Hope you have a great season sir!

  • @kingtut8381
    @kingtut8381 Год назад

    SO GLAD YOLU ARE BACK STOMPIN' THE LOUD PEDDLE. ALWAYS KNEW YOU HAD TALENT

  • @mk1cortinatony395
    @mk1cortinatony395 Год назад

    Nothing is trivial to us viewing who have never worked on a TF team. Great to see all of it

  • @73amx18
    @73amx18 Год назад +1

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you, and may the lights be in your favor this year..

  • @alanschuler6511
    @alanschuler6511 Год назад

    Happy birthday clay I watching our videos very day and I live in Tucson Arizona go of the win.

  • @wayneikola2650
    @wayneikola2650 Год назад

    The section on seat belts was not boring. Everything about the car is interesting to those of us who are fans, but know little about the ins and outs of the car, See you in Pomona.

  • @jimmac9557
    @jimmac9557 Год назад

    That looks like a shop I would love to work in...good luck to you all for 23 from the UK

  • @russellalford5684
    @russellalford5684 Год назад

    Go getcha some, Cya @ the track.

  • @donedwards3811
    @donedwards3811 Год назад

    Wow, LOT's of changes !

  • @samstewart4807
    @samstewart4807 Год назад

    Hi Clay, seeing/ learning about all the aspects of this car is wow- I think you are showing more hard core quality content/parts etc then any of the other TF teams. Maybe as more people see that your membership will increase?

  • @Todd_S
    @Todd_S Год назад +1

    Happy Birthday, Clay!

  • @davidlee8989
    @davidlee8989 Год назад

    Interesting and informative. Thank you sir !!!

  • @hyabussa5747
    @hyabussa5747 Год назад +1

    Happy Birthday Clay. GR8 Luck in the upcoming season!

  • @glennfoster7288
    @glennfoster7288 Год назад +1

    Thanks for sharing. I learned a lot.

  • @ricknielson8934
    @ricknielson8934 Год назад

    What a great video! Thanks Clay!

  • @johnboywaltonbeard4699
    @johnboywaltonbeard4699 Год назад

    Clay… Thanks so much for bringing us “Inside”. Unbelievable, 1300 Clutch disks! Ms. Elbridge has one of the toughest jobs! Hope you are not too close to Doug Foley. I have bad feeling for him after problems with his Drive a Dragster deal.

  • @leyderness3553
    @leyderness3553 Год назад +1

    Izzy's hair looks great!!!

  • @tomhammer9476
    @tomhammer9476 Год назад

    Happy Birthday Clay. From Seattle!!!

  • @moparlife270
    @moparlife270 Год назад

    Happy birthday clay. Best of luck this season.

  • @dmeemd7787
    @dmeemd7787 Год назад

    I am so darn excited for you, the team, and what great things you guys are going to accomplish this year!!!!!

  • @Washman-jw3hl
    @Washman-jw3hl Год назад

    Clay you must have the best personality in auto racing. It shows in your team as well. A group of quality professionals with a quality leader.

  • @dougfry5897
    @dougfry5897 Год назад

    Appreciate these video clay. love the in-depth look in top fuel. stomp that loud pedal and turn some win lights this year!! 🤘🤘

  • @earlalford7694
    @earlalford7694 Год назад

    Great video thanks for sharing and good luck 👍😀

  • @briancowdrill4840
    @briancowdrill4840 Год назад

    Clay your a long way from Mcleansboro! How exciting, from everything I've seen this off season you've gone up more than a "few" rungs on the ladder. Listened to Dave Moody interview Rick and Cody from the Daytona 500 Fan Zone. Rick is a RACER. And most of all he's got the $$$. See nothing but positives in 2023. Is this the biggest gig you've ever had?

  • @paronetti6192
    @paronetti6192 Год назад +2

    Clay for the win!!! 💪🏁

  • @gnome_farmer
    @gnome_farmer Год назад

    I really like the idea of a group of people working hard together to throw someone down a quarter mile in 3.6 seconds.

  • @vehdynam
    @vehdynam Год назад

    Happy Birthday Clay ! Great video ; I can never get enough Top Fuel tech to suit me. Very entertaining and most informative. ( as always) Wishing you and the crew all the best in 2023.

  • @textoad7724
    @textoad7724 Год назад

    Great video. Just excited for your team!

  • @brianpoch4433
    @brianpoch4433 Год назад +1

    Happy birthday Clay!!! Can't wait for loud petal season! Always love your videos you always have the best content. I think this is going to be your year great team and great advances last year. Just keep stomping on that loud petal!!!!!

  • @mikelupo8600
    @mikelupo8600 Год назад +1

    Were did kaylyn learn so much about the clutch? I love hearing her comments on your videos. I’m a retired crew man from alcohol funny cars. I had to retire. Got too old, I feel like I’m back in the pits when I watch your videos. I hope and pray you will win lots of races this year. You and your crew deserve it.

  • @wagsman9999
    @wagsman9999 10 месяцев назад

    What a fun team! Nice to see the ladies rockin' top fuel, be safe out there!

  • @phillipparker8947
    @phillipparker8947 Год назад +1

    Can't wait for the season to start Clay, I feel good things happening this season,few final rounds,some trophies and oh how cool maybe set some records, God bless you and you entire family and crew.

  • @stanleymartin1613
    @stanleymartin1613 Год назад

    Neat stuff. Great video. Enjoyed watching ✌️ 😎

  • @kamslm1155
    @kamslm1155 Год назад

    Neat insider look and got me stoked for the upcoming 2023 season and the Gatornationals! Your crew are totally cool people. Thanks Clay!

  • @murraykennedy3577
    @murraykennedy3577 Год назад

    i am sure that i am not alone loving the technical side of these video, i hope you keep them up. its also great to see the whole team back for this year, the longer the team is together, the better. hoping this will be your year...good luck

  • @billynomates920
    @billynomates920 Год назад

    10 years older than me and two inches less round the waist than me. guess i'm still drinking too much and not working hard enough! Happy Birthday, Clay!

  • @jeffshepherd6208
    @jeffshepherd6208 Год назад +1

    Happy birthday Clay!

  • @SavageSpeedNation
    @SavageSpeedNation 6 месяцев назад

    We are building a dragster too... but this is something different!

  • @edfleming9600
    @edfleming9600 Год назад

    I liked the fit up for your belts. I'd like to see you around! We all know how racing can go. 9 seconds or 3 seconds. Safety is paramount! Hell, 12 seconds even!

  • @johnunruh1086
    @johnunruh1086 Год назад

    Great video! Good luck this season!

  • @msmeyersmd8
    @msmeyersmd8 10 месяцев назад

    29" waist! WTF, Man? That was me in the 7th Grade in ~1970. 👍🏻😎🇺🇸

  • @mxracer158
    @mxracer158 Год назад

    Clay is just a down to earth cool dude that loves to race. Thanks for posting Clay. That was awesome. Love your stuff, you got a good team, good luck in 2023.

  • @WilliamEBoone-zo3sz
    @WilliamEBoone-zo3sz Год назад +1

    Happy Birthday!!!! Looking forward to seeing what the new season brings your way. I'm really looking forward to you being at the top of the leader board. I know ya'll can do it.

  • @robertalexander1587
    @robertalexander1587 Год назад +3

    Was Blanes top fuel ride along filmed? If so can is be shared with us?.

  • @thomasgoolsby8661
    @thomasgoolsby8661 Год назад

    Clay, I am so looking forward to the new season with the new owner, shop and team members. I look forward to see you and the team moving up that top 10 list to the Championship in 2023.

  • @richardsink9198
    @richardsink9198 Год назад +1

    Happy Birthday Clay! 🥂

  • @craigs3166
    @craigs3166 Год назад

    Learn something every video. Thanks Clay. Happy Birthday!

  • @chuckpuglia982
    @chuckpuglia982 Год назад

    Happy Birthday Clay! Congrats Elaine!

  • @scarter176
    @scarter176 Год назад

    Great Team ! Wishing you all a successful year and many Wally’s

  • @GarySpeer-fp4hj
    @GarySpeer-fp4hj Год назад

    Happy belated birthday Clay! Cant wait to see you Stomp On That Loud Pedal.

  • @ikepeters9758
    @ikepeters9758 Год назад +1

    Happy birthday young fella!!! All the best this race season 🎉

  • @Calvin-xp4qp
    @Calvin-xp4qp Год назад

    Wonderful family of co-workers! Happy B-Day man

  • @alkennedy1124
    @alkennedy1124 Год назад +1

    Ms Taylor is doing good on sick week in her 55 Chevy, nice BigAl California praise Jesus Christ grace grace grace amen 🙏 stomp on that loud pedal win win win 🥇 race and repeat ❤it .

  • @owenhart6605
    @owenhart6605 Год назад +1

    Good to see you still all together here's to a fast new season

  • @thomaskimparker809
    @thomaskimparker809 Год назад

    WOO HOOO. SOME RACE CAR STUFF. I WAS GOIN INTO WITHDRAWALS CLAY WAITING ON THIS.. THANK YOU I FEEL ALOT BETTER NOW. I AINT SHAKIN AND SWEATIN AS MUCH...LOL
    THANK YOU CLAY FOR POSTING.
    NICE RIDE U GOT THERE. NOW WIN US A WALLY BUD..

  • @Dontyahateit
    @Dontyahateit Год назад +1

    Happy Birthday Clay. Awesome video. Man, y'all made need a few more boxes of clutch plates.

  • @bradchandler6967
    @bradchandler6967 Год назад

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAN !!! You're still living the dream. Looks like Rick isn't fooling around, he's getting you what you need for the 2023 championship. Great to see most of the team still with you. "Bruce" is soooo good at what she does, I think you're lucky to have her. Keep stomping and we'll keep cheering you on !!!

  • @fordhipo
    @fordhipo Год назад

    Thanks Clay, Can see the excitement building as we get closer to you stompin' that loud pedal

  • @gregsimon9061
    @gregsimon9061 Год назад

    Great video Clay, the team is just getting stronger and stronger, Kayo umm is such an awesome young lady, I remember when she joined the team as a rookie, and you are so right about Mooresville being a hub of great technology, I was lucky enough to have been there for three years and it was the best experience of my life. Happy Birthday Clay.

  • @southpawsgarage
    @southpawsgarage Год назад

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY FROM CANADA!!

  • @bristol831
    @bristol831 Год назад

    Happy Birthday!!!!