CORRECTION: 16:23 - Per a member of the crew, a flat tire - not running out of fuel - forced Kulwicki to make this late-race pit stop in the 1989 Daytona 500. He had enough fuel to make it to the finish, and likely would have won the race. This occurred with just four laps to go, from which point Darrell Waltrip won his only 500.
I had the good fortune to meet with him the morning after the’92 Banquet in his Suite… One small correction about the Atlanta show event. Alan sent the team back to the hotel and stayed at the track checking the alignment of the car by himself… well I held the string for him in the hub. I stayed until I was afraid I’d be stuck at the track but Alan stayed longer. Returning from a Hooters appearance in Knoxville 😢😢😢 I still remember the phone call at 4AM the next morning….
That is wild - I'm amazed Alan would have stuck it out in the snow like that by himself. Did he complete the whole checklist by himself? It seems like that's a lot for one person to do, even one as motivated as him.
Sadder even because Dave & Alan didn’t die in race car accidents & Neil was also more than partially-retired. That 10 month stretch was sadly paralleled in 2000 losing Kenny, Adam, Tony, & Dale.
As a fan who fell out of love with the sport but is recently getting back into it, I absolutely adore these kind of documentary style videos to keep the past alive. Thank you Brock.
In no way tryna diminish Brock's work but Dale Jr's podcast in my eyes also does a brilliant job keeping in touch with NASCAR's history; if anything I hope they interview some RUclips personalities, particularly Brock and Slapshoes
I agree. Just imagine if the tragedies from 1990 to 1995 didn’t happen and Rob Moroso, Davey, Alan, Neil, and Ernie were able to fight Dale through out the 90s
I was 11 when Alan lost his life. He had been my guy since late in the 1991 season when I discovered NASCAR. Along the way, I discovered we shared more than just a name (his first = my middle). We were/are intense, analytical and fiercely independent, sometimes to our own detriment. I didn’t see him so much as a hero as I did a projection of myself. I wondered for the longest time…why? I finally realized that his story was so rare, so unique that it deserved to never end. After winning it, he never lived a day where he wasn’t the champion, and carried that title into eternity. Forever a champion, his way. Rest in peace Alan.
Alan Kulwicki was definitely a character. It would have been interesting to see what else he and his team could have done had he lived. Looking forward to seeing the history of the 7 car after Kulwicki.
Its crazy to me that his final public appearance took place at a Hooters a half mile from my house now…..I remember everything about this time period because my dad had his aortic value fail on him at work and it had to be replaced and we watched Alan’s Hauler all the Bristol stuff from my dads hospital room at UT Hospital
Alan Kulwicki was one of my favorite drivers. I was 10 when he died. I still remember everything about that weekend. I had never cried so hard in my life. I've cried several times as I've watched all 3 parts. The music was an excellent choice. Thank you, Brock Beard. This is a story that needed to be told.
'92 was the first season I watched NASCAR, and Alan became my driver (I was 11) and I cried like a baby when he died, since it was April 1, I thought it was a really cruel April Fool's Joke. I have obtained several pieces of Alan merch since his death, fellow fans have sent me numerous die-casts over the years, and I've found a few rare pieces, I also have the 2019 Hall of Fame shirt and hat. I met Peter Jellen at Texas in '19 as well (he was on one of the Toyota teams) GREAT guy, asked him questions about Alan, what was he like and all that, and he let me take a picture with him as well. I remember at one part in that Darlington '93 race, the race was folding out with Rusty in the 2 in 2nd, Dale in the 3 in 3rd, Ernie in the 4 in 4th, Rudd in the 5 in 5th, Mark in the 6 in 6th, and Alan in the 7 in 7th. Maybe the only time that's ever happened? It still hurts to this day that he (And Davey) are no longer with us, what could have been, and I thought, at 11, 38 was so old, and here I am at 42, past that age, 38 was so young. He accomplished so much in such a short amount of time, to where what he did then would be literally impossible now. Thanks for making this Brock, so well done, can't wait for part 2. He truly did it his way.
Just wanna say thank you for all of these series you do. I didn't live through this stuff, I wasn't even a thought. But its good to see someone telling these stories for me. Thank you.
Alan's story is one that's a combination of inspiration, sheer joy and sadness. I only heard about him for the first time while I had an unexpected amount of spare time during the COVID pandemic, but after being moved to tears by his story, I decided to buy a T-shirt depicting Alan's famous Hooters sponsored Ford Thunderbird #7 :)
I don't always leave comments but this one is very special to me. Alan Kulwicki has always been a big inspiration for me and seeing what he accomplished was something unlike anything we'll ever seen again. Not only what he accomplished was amazing but he reminds me a lot of myself being quiet, humble and never letting the success get to him. The underdog story of him was something even the NASCAR Thunder games did. Made you own your own team and everything and win as a owner/driver. Always felt like a kulwicki inspired idea that i personally loved. My color scheme of my channel is based on alans hooters car. I got fanmail of kulwickis pit crew shirt which i treasured a lot. I always wanted to see someone make a video documenting not only his championship, but the post-championship season and what happened to his team afterwards. I'm so thankful this series is made
It was because of Alan and his relationship with Hooters that produced the Hooters Racing Series both Cup and Pro Cup. Gave a stepping stone to a few drivers making their way to NASCAR. Was member of a ProCup 4 4 years very exciting
I can see Alan building the team further maybe expanding a lot of talent that is on the horizon. Do you think Davey ever leaves Yates. He probably gets one or two championships , but with them expanding does he leave
Brock, you do some of the absolute best work. From one life long nascar (and racing in general) fan to another, I really thank you and appreciate the amazing work you do. 🏁🏁🏁🏁
Thanks, Brock! Looking forward to part 2, from a true journalist!! Brooke Sealey....that set off a few synapses in my 69yr old brain! JG's ex! Many good things come from Wisconsin! Moo!
Thank you for making this documentary Beard! Alan was a hero to me as a child and ultimately led me to a degree in mechanical engineering. Also, I loved the intro music as it is very inspiring yet sad all at the same time. Cheers to you sir!
Welp been looking forward to this video since you advertised it,and as usual didn't disappoint at all! Another great video Brock, please keep them coming!!!
Thank you for another incredible video Brock! The story of Alan has always fascinated me, partially cause I was born 11 months after his tragic passing so it’s incredible to me that this incredible human and phenomenal race car driver who seemingly had everything going for him just suddenly died in a freak airplane crash while still the defending Champion. The final minute or so of this video had me tearing up 🥺. You are so talented with handling tragic events with the utmost respect and class for the deceased 🫡🤘
Brock, you do the best work on Nascar that has ever been published. Yeah, I'm a Fan Boy, but the depth of your research and correspondingly your love of classic Cup racing makes all of your videos the best. I love this series already, and you are awesome.
His down was down street he passed away a few years ago .Another little fact that is passed over is that Milwaukee County and The Milwaukee Mile State Fair Park was the center of Racing in the United States of America that is a fact.
Part 2 premieres next Wednesday, May 29 at 8pm ET / 5pm PT. Both Parts 2 and 3 are also available NOW for Patreon members $5 and up at patreon.com/lastcaronbrock
ok i like ALAN K & it sad & like ALAN i will not quit ( i was really upset when I told dough yates dad I was sick unknown blood illness & the name of it 100% death rate cancer the answer i heard but this man 3 man in my sealed adoption why he was sick and lived yes this cancer what he lived threw & it fully control on his frozen blood! the man my relation & the illness was known and controlled RFK & Roush/Yates is who I have to ask if my return will not upset the way things are? with FORD! i drive a chevy & dodge! ps the 3 man in my sealed adoption was there for a job to do under court & approved to see my real father at a ranger boat factory & forest wood! his company made boats! he was a joker I i had no idea it was real until the 1963 folder had his record listed there in my file! ( the DNA & medical was a major flip to be right & real)
CORRECTION: 16:23 - Per a member of the crew, a flat tire - not running out of fuel - forced Kulwicki to make this late-race pit stop in the 1989 Daytona 500. He had enough fuel to make it to the finish, and likely would have won the race. This occurred with just four laps to go, from which point Darrell Waltrip won his only 500.
I had the good fortune to meet with him the morning after the’92 Banquet in his Suite…
One small correction about the Atlanta show event. Alan sent the team back to the hotel and stayed at the track checking the alignment of the car by himself… well I held the string for him in the hub. I stayed until I was afraid I’d be stuck at the track but Alan stayed longer.
Returning from a Hooters appearance in Knoxville 😢😢😢 I still remember the phone call at 4AM the next morning….
That is wild - I'm amazed Alan would have stuck it out in the snow like that by himself. Did he complete the whole checklist by himself? It seems like that's a lot for one person to do, even one as motivated as him.
For me that 10-ish month stretch in '93-94 where we lost Alan, Davey, and Neil remains NASCAR's saddest hour.
Sadder even because Dave & Alan didn’t die in race car accidents & Neil was also more than partially-retired. That 10 month stretch was sadly paralleled in 2000 losing Kenny, Adam, Tony, & Dale.
Why is Brock not NASCAR'S official historian? Amazing video!
Well to be fair there are many excellent NASCAR historians out there. I'm just happy to be considered one of the crowd.
Richard Petty leading a conga line?! Pictures of it didn't happen 😆
I think I speak for The Kjng and the rest of his and my generations when I say…..thank god there weren’t camera phones back then! 😂
As a fan who fell out of love with the sport but is recently getting back into it, I absolutely adore these kind of documentary style videos to keep the past alive. Thank you Brock.
In no way tryna diminish Brock's work but Dale Jr's podcast in my eyes also does a brilliant job keeping in touch with NASCAR's history; if anything I hope they interview some RUclips personalities, particularly Brock and Slapshoes
Id love to see Brock slap Michael from Stapleton42 on there
@@brianperez4085 do they have beef?
Dale Earnhardt vs Alan Kulwicki is the what could've been event of 1993
I agree. Just imagine if the tragedies from 1990 to 1995 didn’t happen and Rob Moroso, Davey, Alan, Neil, and Ernie were able to fight Dale through out the 90s
I was 11 when Alan lost his life. He had been my guy since late in the 1991 season when I discovered NASCAR. Along the way, I discovered we shared more than just a name (his first = my middle). We were/are intense, analytical and fiercely independent, sometimes to our own detriment. I didn’t see him so much as a hero as I did a projection of myself.
I wondered for the longest time…why? I finally realized that his story was so rare, so unique that it deserved to never end. After winning it, he never lived a day where he wasn’t the champion, and carried that title into eternity.
Forever a champion, his way. Rest in peace Alan.
Alan had such a good thing going for him after 1992. His wisdom alone makes you wanna like him. Such a shame his career ended the abrupt way it did
You deserve an EMMY for all of these videos!
Alan Kulwicki was definitely a character. It would have been interesting to see what else he and his team could have done had he lived. Looking forward to seeing the history of the 7 car after Kulwicki.
Its crazy to me that his final public appearance took place at a Hooters a half mile from my house now…..I remember everything about this time period because my dad had his aortic value fail on him at work and it had to be replaced and we watched Alan’s Hauler all the Bristol stuff from my dads hospital room at UT Hospital
Nascarman and Brock video in same week let’s goooo
Alan Kulwicki was one of my favorite drivers. I was 10 when he died. I still remember everything about that weekend. I had never cried so hard in my life. I've cried several times as I've watched all 3 parts. The music was an excellent choice. Thank you, Brock Beard. This is a story that needed to be told.
These videos always make me smile while I miss hearing Benny Parsons calling races.
As well as Bob Jenkins
'92 was the first season I watched NASCAR, and Alan became my driver (I was 11) and I cried like a baby when he died, since it was April 1, I thought it was a really cruel April Fool's Joke. I have obtained several pieces of Alan merch since his death, fellow fans have sent me numerous die-casts over the years, and I've found a few rare pieces, I also have the 2019 Hall of Fame shirt and hat. I met Peter Jellen at Texas in '19 as well (he was on one of the Toyota teams) GREAT guy, asked him questions about Alan, what was he like and all that, and he let me take a picture with him as well. I remember at one part in that Darlington '93 race, the race was folding out with Rusty in the 2 in 2nd, Dale in the 3 in 3rd, Ernie in the 4 in 4th, Rudd in the 5 in 5th, Mark in the 6 in 6th, and Alan in the 7 in 7th. Maybe the only time that's ever happened? It still hurts to this day that he (And Davey) are no longer with us, what could have been, and I thought, at 11, 38 was so old, and here I am at 42, past that age, 38 was so young. He accomplished so much in such a short amount of time, to where what he did then would be literally impossible now. Thanks for making this Brock, so well done, can't wait for part 2. He truly did it his way.
Just wanna say thank you for all of these series you do. I didn't live through this stuff, I wasn't even a thought. But its good to see someone telling these stories for me. Thank you.
Oh my gosh. Thank you Brock
Alan's story is one that's a combination of inspiration, sheer joy and sadness. I only heard about him for the first time while I had an unexpected amount of spare time during the COVID pandemic, but after being moved to tears by his story, I decided to buy a T-shirt depicting Alan's famous Hooters sponsored Ford Thunderbird #7 :)
I don't always leave comments but this one is very special to me. Alan Kulwicki has always been a big inspiration for me and seeing what he accomplished was something unlike anything we'll ever seen again. Not only what he accomplished was amazing but he reminds me a lot of myself being quiet, humble and never letting the success get to him. The underdog story of him was something even the NASCAR Thunder games did. Made you own your own team and everything and win as a owner/driver. Always felt like a kulwicki inspired idea that i personally loved. My color scheme of my channel is based on alans hooters car. I got fanmail of kulwickis pit crew shirt which i treasured a lot. I always wanted to see someone make a video documenting not only his championship, but the post-championship season and what happened to his team afterwards. I'm so thankful this series is made
A great jewel of the Brock media. Congratulations for the job
It was because of Alan and his relationship with Hooters that produced the Hooters Racing Series both Cup and Pro Cup. Gave a stepping stone to a few drivers making their way to NASCAR. Was member of a ProCup 4 4 years very exciting
Could only imagine what him and Davey would go on to do
I can see Alan building the team further maybe expanding a lot of talent that is on the horizon. Do you think Davey ever leaves Yates. He probably gets one or two championships , but with them expanding does he leave
Brock, you do some of the absolute best work. From one life long nascar (and racing in general) fan to another, I really thank you and appreciate the amazing work you do. 🏁🏁🏁🏁
Once again Brock. Amazing. I learned more about Alan here than I've ever known. Fantastic work!
Excellent work
Knocked it out if the park again Brock. Can’t wait for the rest of the series
Excellent as always with anything you make. I’m looking forward to seeing how you make the next video.
Thanks, Brock! Looking forward to part 2, from a true journalist!!
Brooke Sealey....that set off a few synapses in my 69yr old brain! JG's ex!
Many good things come from Wisconsin! Moo!
He won with finesse not bullying
I’ve never watched him or knew him cuz he’s before my time but I’ve heard his story and I have always been proud he’s from my home state
Very well done documentary! 31 years and I still miss Alan Kulwicki! Seems like yesterday! NASCAR hasnt been the same since
Brock is the best story teller in racing. Amazing video, can't wait for part 2!
Thank you, Brock. Really well done, as always. I miss hearing BP on commentary!
Very well done. I remember lots of these guys from Asa racing in Wisconsin
Thank you for making this documentary Beard! Alan was a hero to me as a child and ultimately led me to a degree in mechanical engineering. Also, I loved the intro music as it is very inspiring yet sad all at the same time. Cheers to you sir!
Be proud of yourself. You’re an inspiration with this content
Thank you - that's so kind of you to say.
Welp been looking forward to this video since you advertised it,and as usual didn't disappoint at all! Another great video Brock, please keep them coming!!!
Thank you - I appreciate it!
it was amazing comeback and great story but as a davey allison fan that race was devastating.
Great video as always Brock can't wait for the next 2 parts.
Thank you, Brock. Another great video as always ❤
Great video Brock. 👍🏻
Great work on this vid
Off to a great start.
Wow that was good kinda sad remembering Alan and davey😢
Thank you for another incredible video Brock! The story of Alan has always fascinated me, partially cause I was born 11 months after his tragic passing so it’s incredible to me that this incredible human and phenomenal race car driver who seemingly had everything going for him just suddenly died in a freak airplane crash while still the defending Champion. The final minute or so of this video had me tearing up 🥺. You are so talented with handling tragic events with the utmost respect and class for the deceased 🫡🤘
The music over the intro and montage before the Bristol race 👨🍳👌🏻
Brock, you do the best work on Nascar that has ever been published. Yeah, I'm a Fan Boy, but the depth of your research and correspondingly your love of classic Cup racing makes all of your videos the best. I love this series already, and you are awesome.
Pure chills
Another certified Brock Beard W
His down was down street he passed away a few years ago .Another little fact that is passed over is that Milwaukee County and The Milwaukee Mile State Fair Park was the center of Racing in the United States of America that is a fact.
...And they all lived happily ever after. The end.
Unc charlotte was proud to honor his legacy and bring home 2nd overall in this year's Formula SAE Michigan International event
9:50 there’s a typo
Yup - thank you for the catch.
When is part 2??
Part 2 premieres next Wednesday, May 29 at 8pm ET / 5pm PT.
Both Parts 2 and 3 are also available NOW for Patreon members $5 and up at patreon.com/lastcaronbrock
As always, Brock is a legend himself
ok i like ALAN K & it sad & like ALAN i will not quit ( i was really upset when I told dough yates dad I was sick unknown blood illness & the name of it 100% death rate cancer the answer i heard but this man 3 man in my sealed adoption why he was sick and lived yes this cancer what he lived threw & it fully control on his frozen blood! the man my relation & the illness was known and controlled RFK & Roush/Yates is who I have to ask if my return will not upset the way things are? with FORD! i drive a chevy & dodge! ps the 3 man in my sealed adoption was there for a job to do under court & approved to see my real father at a ranger boat factory & forest wood! his company made boats! he was a joker I i had no idea it was real until the 1963 folder had his record listed there in my file! ( the DNA & medical was a major flip to be right & real)
This was the height of crashcar. Garbage since 2000.
Didn't need any playoffs to do it!
Look at that cheezy amateurish toolbox 🧰 🤷♀️