Talbots Turn Fast Podcast

Andy Craig has been an autocrosser and road racer since the 80s and took some time off from the sport. He’s back at it and currently racing a big horsepower 2005 Corvette in CAM-S with a slew of high-end suspension and braking components. Find out more about Andy and his beautiful Corvette in this episode of Talbot Turn Fast Podcast.

Todd Benne is a SCCA Solo Chair and owner of a 2003 Mustang that he co-drives with his son in the St. Louis area. After taking some time off from the sport to raise a family, Todd introduced his son to autocross with a Ford Focus and eventually stepped up to the New Edge Mustang platform to compete in CAM-T. As the years passed, the modifications to the Mustang continued to create what is now a very well-performing car.

Tyler Gibson has driven his 1973 International Scout to several Goodguys Autocross wins and two consecutive Pro Touring Truck Shootout wins. In this episode, we learn how Tyler and his father, who is also a multi-time Goodguys winner, have built an incredibly competitive truck to compete in local SCCA events as well as very competitive large events.

Raleigh and Velma Boreen have dedicated much of their lives to the SCCA. In this episode, we learn how their hard work and dedication to the sport of autocross led to the involvement and creation of the Classic American Muscle (CAM) classes. We also discuss the future of CAM, CAM Challenge, and their CAMT Camaro. If you’re a participate or fan of the CAM classes, you won’t want to miss this episode.

Hurricane, Hemi, and Holley Moparty. In this episode, I provide an update on my 1970 Plymouth Duster and discuss the highs and lows of the week leading up to Holley Moparty. I also briefly discuss my experience in each event of the Grand Champion competition.

You don’t need an unlimited budget to participate and have tons of fun in CAM-T autocross. In this episode, Levi Naylor shares how a small budget, ingenuity, and innovation have led to a truck that provides endless smiles. With the help of his father, Levi has made continuous handling improvements to his 1986 Dodge D150, all while learning basic mechanic and welding skills.

David Kruk is a Mopar Connection Magazine contributor, a full-time hot rod builder, and the owner of a 1970 Dodge Super Bee. The Super Bee is equipped with all commercially available bolt on suspension parts and a 6.4 Gen 3 Hemi, resulting in a great performing car without over the top exotic parts. The 117” wheelbase and 3800lb curb weight doesn’t stop David from competing in his local SCCA  autocross or large events such as the Motor State Challenge, UMI King of the Mount, and most notably, Optima’s Search for the Ultimate Street Car in Las Vegas.

In this episode I review the challenges and lessons learned while dialing in my Gen3 Hemi swap. I also review some basic preparations before taking the car to participate in Holley’s Moparty Grand Champion event.

Jimi Day is the CEO of FM3 Marketing who is responsible for events such as Optima Search for the Ultimate Street Car, Holley’s LS Fest, Ford Fest, Moparty, Roadkill Nights, and many more. In this episode, Jimi tells us how an early banking career led him to starting the ultimate automotive marketing company. We talk about the early years of Optima Search for the Ultimate Street Car as well as cover each of the upcoming Holley events.

In this episode, Jake Burton discusses how his straightforward setup in his Foxbody Mustang serves as both a testing ground and training resource for a future project. He plans to apply the insights gained from this current vehicle to a specially built car. Jake also reflects on his recently finished Autocross Week, highlighting how careful planning and preparation contributed to its success.