Midwest Drags Day 2!! Great at The Track, but Then Problems!!

[@austinmccool2463]

The more I watch these drag 'n drive events and other drag content the more I respect whoever does the prep at Bradenton.

[@mrray55]

Bradenton is imo one for the premier tracks in the country. even for test and tune, the track is on point.

[@joethebarber1]

Air is also really good down here

[@79tazman]

Bradenton over preps their track that's why everyone knows if you want to make a fast ass pass Bradenton is the place

[@johndeeregreen4592]

Bradenton in Florida and US-131 in Michigan... two of the best tracks I have ever ran on.

[@TeViiNz]

Then you'll come to a POS track in somebodies back yard here in NC that will pull your socks off.

[@g120957au]

So good to see Kevin and Cleetus working together again, they do make a great team.

[@briancella6395]

Agree - Kevin seems to be just a great dude too

[@Matty.Hill_87]

They're like ying and yang, kevin is meticulous about everything and cleetus is just reckless 😂😂

[@wbr7869]

They remind me of me and my cousin in high school. We did the same kind of road tripping but it was rodeo to rodeo! Man we had fun!!!!!

[@evo7836]

Facts! When I found out Kevin was co piloting on Midwest Drags I was so stoked for the videos to come.

[@jdoe9518]

So the windmills... the fibreglass blades are lifed so they don't destroy the gearbox with out of balance if a blade breaks. They bury those fibreglass blades by the thousands. Gotta love renewable energy! So environmentally friendly!

[@drummer2443]

I would argue that buried fiberglass is far less harmful that spilled oil from burst pipelines

[@jdoe9518]

@@drummer2443 I would argue that oil is produced by the earth so a spill is simply putting back what was removed. The earth definitely did not produce windmill blades

[@alackofspeed]

I really enjoy the way the KSR videos compliment the CM channel videos. The CM videos are kinda the highlight reel, with KSR providing the technical detail. 👍

[@mikehynes6632]

How reassuring it must be for Cleetus to have you right there by his side!

[@Matty.Hill_87]

Couldn't have picked a better co pilot for the maiden voyage

[@warrenmichael918]

@@Matty.Hill_87 About the only other choice for this would be Steve Morris himself but Kevin knows this car so well, he is the perfect partner

[@tootone]

man you get me amped up when you get amped up. I felt chills when mullet finally went down the tracks and you yelled! So good!

[@TWATSON]

Love when Kevin goes on drag and drives with the McFarland racing lot, the content is always prime🔥

[@Matty.Hill_87]

I like how you normally get a more technical point of view from Kevin and then cleetus just sending it

[@TWATSON]

@@Matty.Hill_87 exactly that, get two different insights into the event. Makes for some great content

[@ianm432]

Hey Kevin, a heads up on those smart coils. You can get them at any mercury marine dealer as they are a factory part adopted by the aftermarket.

[@TeViiNz]

Yep they use them on the Verado outboards

[@515me]

As much as I love seeing Jackstand, George, Ty and all the Freedom Factory boys I'm missing, you and Cleetus have a certain chemistry that makes for my favorite content. Good people having a good time, but on a fun personal level. I don't have a good explanation, but I tend to enjoy watching the races you guys do together. Just a good time all around.

[@magnumcipher4971]

Well said. These two are very talented, extremely driven, brilliantly creative and extraordinarily ambitious men. It’s awesome they actually get along, much less click so well.

[@wrenchracer86cl]

It's so hard to find a couple of amazing guys, get together and work like no one else ever and have fun doing it! I to love their combo and content!

[@scottvecere1415]

Love Kevin an Garrett on the road together. Big difference on the big block. No more thrashing trying to keep a motor on the edge running! You guys are making it look easy.

[@dennisbush9612]

Kevin you are killing it with the camera angles. Your getting some really cool shots. The burnout rolling at the camera was the best.

[@jeffallen5387]

Go back a year and watch Kevin’s channel. This guy has turned into a top notch KZbinr! Great content Kevin!

[@reneescouch9035]

I hope you and Cleetus always do Midwest drags together! Y'all make a great team. Awesome video man!

[@chuckgmanleyphotos7197]

The sharing of the story delivery (Garret and Kevin) is a great approach, the extended coverage is much appreciated

[@tripprogers4814]

GOOD MORNING FROM WASHINGTON STATE!! Tuning into the live Summit Feed and Hoping for a historic 6 today!! WIN WITH KSR TO THE 6 WITH SME

[@jimseals8659]

Your alignment on Mullet paid off. Great runs Kevin!

[@snakeskinproductions7500]

Nice job guys. Seems like Mullet is beginning to settle into the huge horsetorque change and you are getting him dialed into its happy place. Now as long as the tracks stay consistent with there prep I'm thinking Mullet can come out on top with its first drag and drive since the engine swap. best of luck brother.🤓

[@Wildturkey10121]

That exhaust is going to look amazing when it finally changes color! Good job so far guys!

[@Matty.Hill_87]

Mullet is going 6's on race week, I've got faith you guys can make it happen, this thing has so much potential now

[@alexnoah8674]

It puts a smile on my face how you wake everyone up with the sounds of freedom in that hotel

[@bruceplumisto]

Thanks Kevin for getting us content! Love it

[@independenttwospiritmedia9555]

I love that your doing day by days while Cleeter is busy. Thanks for the vid. 😊

[@rodaj687]

I know who wakes up early, or edits late into the night. Tom bailey posts vids at 6am Kevin at 7 and cleet is gonna be this afternoon.

[@JDderd]

Sometimes I wonder if cleet does it on purpose to help his friends get views. Let’s be honest, I watched Tom’s and Kevin’s and I’ll still watch cleets. If his was first, maybe I don’t watch them all when it has the same topic.

[@Bearded-Logic]

I think its hilarious how Tom, Kevin and Cleet made 3 different videos about the same car. Love it. 🤣 PS. I'm watching them all!

[@MattyEngland]

@@JDderd 100% this. 👍👍

[@andrewbrummett3856]

@@JDderd I think this is exactly what he does.

[@James-miller]

@@JDderd I wonder that too, Tom baileys is just clips so i watch more for the other cars I normally watch 1320 for that but they don’t seem to be at this event, I watch Kevin’s and cleetus’s as they don’t record at the same time so you get to see other things

[@chriskennedy8309]

Kevin always coming in clutch with the great videos, such fun stuff y’all get to do!! But all us other gear heads understand the work! Enjoy yourselves!

[@abnormallynormal8823]

Lol only Cleetus can say “not gonna lie, I lifted before the 1/4 mile cause the shutdown area was coming up QUICK” but also “I grabbed the scramble cause I was excited” on the same pass

[@leprechaungarage]

Drag and drive looks like fun . Bucket list fir me and my 70 Elcamino

[@salty1534]

Let's gooo kevin. Man you're a genius ❤️

[@larrysutton6530]

In Cleetus's video yesterday there was a clip of a guy that I work with waving to you guys. He made a point of showing it to me yesterday and was so excited about it. I'm pretty sure that that made his day.

[@onementality9781]

Wouldn't Pro Jack's be really handy for these events and all year for that matter goes? Great day of racing you guys are in 1st place so Letz Gooooooo!!!

[@raceslash4x4]

That celebration from Cletus is awesome keep up the good work. I learn a lot from all videos!!!

[@willecutlip]

Major props to whoever made the decision to add the “bump” button to the firewall!!

[@Fatmaninlilcoat]

Kevin I believe

[@mattbradshaw6456]

They've had one on leroy for a long time for doing clutch tuning, it's a fairly common race car thing

[@Jnichols77]

Pretty much everyone with a solid roller cam has a bump button on the firewall for setting/checking lash.

[@tomhanson4153]

@@mattbradshaw6456 I have one under the car also, for clutch tuning.

[@72Dexter72Manley72]

Bump buttons/starter buttons used to be hand held controllers back in the day.

[@RowanRedbrush]

That wind farm is a sight to behold in person. Especially when its dark, and you see all the red lights blinking in unison. I always look forward to that stretch when driving that route!

[@AlanWoodardwoodisgood]

Why does the Holley keep shutting off mid run?! That's concerning.

[@tmikkelsen8066]

@John Russell i was hoping to see 200 on the speedo! Lol.

[@dirtaylulu]

Was asking the same thing watching this

[@douglasabbott2448]

Might be due to that solenoid/relay that was mentioned in the video? 🤷‍♂️

[@AlanWoodardwoodisgood]

Look's like it acted right in the last pass though.

[@Sleeper_Solutions]

Holley dashes love doing dumb shit here and there. Especially the bigger ones

[@shanevermij4780]

Most excellent ,to both Cleetus and Kevin the progress is brilliant ,to think few days ago new motor , tyres . To running some really quick times. Nice when you guys are together things are hands on and happening ,Kevin understands the workings of Mullet.

[@michaelmeyer8493]

I like how I'm watching other channels to get a sneak peek how you guys are doing... then video pops up!!

[@DuckshotProductions]

Kevin your valve lash power stance is second to none! I can see you putting all the horses back in that hotrod😎

[@desertrat8322]

awesome video Kevin !!! watching Tom Bailey's channel a few minutes ago they mentioned that you and cleetus are in first place overall after yesterdays race if that is correct then congrats and hoping on a 6 second pass today !!!

[@ninja4187]

Loved seeing Cleetus being impressed by the wind farm.. theres a pretty massive wind farm in California heading into the bay area.. as a kid growing up in the bay and near it. Always loved looking at them.

[@mestraw]

You two make a great team, and work well with each other, also impressive skills. Thanks for the Videos!

[@S.Saddler]

Excellent job Kevin on dialing in the tune.. excellent job Cleetus nice driving.

[@392Cherokee]

Great consistent runs fellas 👊🏻

[@ggezlol-]

Good to see you guys riding together again. The dream team right here.

[@TheCritterWindow]

You should see them windmills at night. The red light on top all flash slow together as far as you can see.

[@workhard9513]

Love watching the aft facing camera footage. It gives you an awesome view of how fast the car is actually leaving the line… 🏎💨

[@tumaces.8771]

Such dedication. What a rush this week must be.

[@jonathans3971]

All the valve lashing stances gave me a good chuckle. Drag and drive season is the best season

[@thirdgengarage4964]

I was happy to see you guy's at our home track and made the car's best mph here too. Yes I was joking when I asked Cleetus if he wanted to buy the Marauder back lol

[@ryanhoffmann9341]

Nice to see people being respectful of the space and letting you guys work. I know that has been an issue in the past.

[@rcravincase]

This pairing seems so much less hectic than previous race events

[@secdez8504]

Maybe because ole cleeter is only running one car this time around? Whereas he usually has two sometimes even three

[@rcravincase]

@@secdez8504 quite possibly

[@MrJaiimez]

@@rcravincase it does certainly seem more of a 2 mates out having some fun, rather than the hustle of a race team looking for results.

[@dvanbramer88]

Kevin is a stone cold experienced crew chief

[@secdez8504]

@@dvanbramer88 oh for sure. They just seem to be running smoother than they usually do this time around

[@johndavis1387]

Serious commitment the crank switch under the hood is brilliant!!!

[@thedude7726]

I have to say mullet is by far my favorite ride in the cleeter fleet

[@ahmeddiagne1906]

Tied between him and Leroy

[@mckrackin5324]

@@ahmeddiagne1906 Leroy is a different experience. I've seen all I need to see from that glorious go kart. I think it needs to spend a year in the Corvette Museum. All the focus needs to go into Mullet. though. It's time to go fast and not just "fast for a Corvette".

[@saxdudegcgt7217]

Thank you so much for pointing out the rabbit!! We love animals and especially ones like rabbits and rodents. I've always enjoyed your attention to the details like pointing out things. Thanks again!

[@davesage9190]

Kevin: What's with the Holley dash rebooting at about 7:30 just after the red line rpms? Did it again at 10:26 this time halfway down track again just after red line rpms Noise affecting it? Wiring issue? (No - not when it goes black when Cletus shuts it down). It's showing the startup logo etc as it does when it boots up. As you noted - Chutes acting weird at 14:42 - maybe caught on trailer hitch?? Straps look pretty close at 9:47

[@dougreed9843]

There is always time to watch Kleatus ripping it down the track keep on trucking gents 👍he has come along way since he made his appearance with them other fellas filming. Happy to see him having such successful times every struggle earn each success, that is why the fan base continues to grow, cus we are with you rooten all the way brother.

[@jeffnpatricia]

10:00. Ok I’ve never seen a tow hitch disappear so fast 🤷🏻

[@mckrackin5324]

Right? lol

[@robsoler2604]

Yeah, that angle was amazing, and to watch it hook after was cool.

[@strykerentllc]

Our friend Billy owns U.S. 41 and he's got a good crew there that really take pride in prepping the track. Glad to see you fellas up in our neck of the woods, Kev and keep up the great work. Cheers!

[@SloppyMechanics]

I bet Kevin is kicking the wires out of the passenger side floor fucking it all up. kidding.

[@spunn_co]

when ever he ksr is here the cars brakes

[@wobblysauce]

Kevin what wire

[@nateirvision9266]

You'll have to drive through those windmills at night sometime. They have synchronized flashing red lights. First time you go through, you will trip out and think it's an alien invasion!

[@willecutlip]

Will the Holley allow you to increase the sampling rate on the wheel sensors that close the traction control loop? Oh, and FWIW, the Holley dash looks like it’s resetting on every run ~ right after the 1/8 mile(?)

[@misfitwrx]

Was wondering why it was resetting as well

[@ThatandCo]

I think they kill power right after the run and coast after the para-shoots deploy could that be it ?

[@IceBergGeo]

@@ThatandCo naw, he's still making power when it shuts off. It looks like it's just the display. The engine would come to a very abrupt stop if it were the ECU that went down.

[@MrMice...]

The sunrise drive thru parking lot was a cool angle/shot. The sky color and hood reflection in contrast with the gnarly turbos sticking out. Cinematographer Kevin 😁👍

[@deangordon4777]

Hey Kevin why does the dash keep shutting off?

[@brettfox6816]

When Cleeter come's to play some time the tree can play with him but when he is ON FOR GET IT big tree party this time. But he has to walk the DOG or stay on the porch!!!!

[@overyonderjustapiece]

What’s going on with the Holley dash restarting at about 3/4 track?? Loose connection or possibly loose ground somewhere?

[@overyonderjustapiece]

Watching the second pass, it’s right when it shifts into 3rd when it resets.

[@68061678]

I think he’s doing it since they haven’t complained about it, hiding the top end rpm maybe to hide rear gear stats or something idk

[@xmasterwrightx9580]

The love and trust you 2 have is unbelievable any 1 would think he’s the tall younger brother 💪👍

[@paulmullins5482]

What's up with the dash, on the first day it was resetting or something but day two it was looking like most passes, makes it hard to look at stuff whilst old cleets is trying to pilot down the track

[@Jstall7543]

Those Turbo’s Are Huge! Love It! She’s Such A Beast Now! 👊🏻🤘🏻🖖🏻

[@christianbuczko1481]

A good track in good conditions is all thats stopping it getting into the 6's.

[@Rusty.1776]

The 2 of you make such a great team, love seeing y'all together ❤️🤍💙

[@newklear2k]

Good prep and some sauce in the back half and he's definitely gonna be well and truly in the upper 210s before long. 6s aren't even a thing to talk about when you're a tenth away to begin with.

[@logandeathrage6945]

Cleeter going to the Steve Morris Big Block knew they wouod he shooting for mid 6s in Mullet.

[@nathanbutler8240]

The old small block went a 6s lol

[@newklear2k]

@@nathanbutler8240 yeah, but they near-on threw the rods outta the thing every time it got close and it needed a private session with absolute kill mode track prep to do it, not to mention like 2 years of consistent tweaking to get there. This did it on its 10th-odd full power run down the track after being smashed together in under a fortnight, on questionable prep after a week of rain, at altitude, on a tune that's making half of what the setup is capable of and skating on the traction control. There's a reason they moved away from the LS here and why he keeps saying it seems effortless - that's because it really is.

[@nathanbutler8240]

@@newklear2k also it was small block a 20,000 dollar engine vs a 75,000 dollar big block little bit of difference

[@newklear2k]

@@nathanbutler8240 if you think the old LS was that little and the SME was that much, not sure you can be helped bud. Also running *a* 6 and running a 6 *easily* knowing you still have 20mph+ and nearly a full second of ET left in the taps are worlds apart and it's absurd to pretend they're not.

[@KCadbyRacing]

Congrats on running LOW 7s and new high mph👍 It was funny/cool seeing the fans move back and forth at 18:49 OH!!! then you jinxed your trip a tad saying "not as problematic" (lesson learned, carry one jug of pump gas)😁

[@larrytheableguy3441]

How do you pass tech with a broken windshield or don't they care if it shatters in your face? 🤔

[@morganwilliams9366]

Mullet is all pumped up on those bald eagles with that BIG BLOCK! Hell yea brother!

[@ryanc8188]

Any idea why the gauge keeps flipping on and off during the run?

[@Hunnisloot]

They had some electrical issues this morning kill some coils, I'm thinking it's related.

[@robsoler2604]

Kevin has the best on track camera angles.

[@whackytabaccy]

Curious as to why the dash shuts off every run, amazing work though, loving the content.

[@silencersam]

I am also curious.

[@Ceemysix]

Your videos are first rate Kev. So well thought out. IMO these race week videos really highlight everything about what your shop does.

[@christopherbarton7625]

Love watching you two together. Bet you are a nervous wreck with Clet. Seems like you are always so prepared and he wings everything. Lol. But none the less seems like you two make a great team. Ying and yang.

[@johnhornback4698]

Love watching the adventures of Kev and Cleet!! Y'all have fun boys!!!

[@michaelgreen5084]

What's cooler than a trailer hitch between 2 parachutes . DIG IT !!

[@joey4872]

Hell Yeah! 05:30 valve Adjust time You guys are having so much fun out there...

[@t_crom]

the greatest duo to do it! livin,laughing and getting shit done

[@evanswift5020]

I love that Kevin was impressed by the windmills. As a fellow nerd, I also think windmills are super cool

[@jamesdrew7315]

Kevin excellent job on the camera work!!! You guys do make a great team!!!

[@michaelrace3234]

Thanks for going the extra mile Kevin and posting these. All that valve lashin, early in the morning, my hats off to ya!

[@XUncleBossX]

I already watched this on Garrett's channel but the way we get it behind the scenes on Kevin's is freaking awesome

[@triroo107]

Nice passes & fun on the run across Indiana. 👍

[@TSiZj]

The windmill farm is super cool at night. They all have red lights on top that flash at the same time.

[@drummer2443]

First time I ever saw that it tripped me out. There's a huge one in western IL we pass through every once in a while. First time going through there at night was like wtf 😳

[@ElegantMessTechPC]

Such an awesome day, it's crazy when things just work like they should !

[@gtnoslp]

Glad to see Kevin back!

[@Timbo428CJ]

You're one hell of a tuner Kev !! Well done, nice early morning rips 👍👍

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

That was a pretty smooth day. Third time out at the track on a new engine running 7.10. Not bad! Great team. I enjoy both of your videos of the same event. Kevin captures the technical and Garrett the passion.

[@archstanton9206]

I love these drag and drive events. Seeing you and Garrett together on the mission is just so much fun.

[@budddove6480]

That was one of the best in car driver angles I've ever seen. Great job to whoever put the camera in the cab like that. Good luck guys.

[@dnel6494]

Kevin, it’s awesome that you continue to build content of your own and partnered with Cleetus

[@davidlewis7986]

Always make sure to drive around the entire hotel early in the morning. People LOVE race cars in the morning. Reminds them of FREEDOM!

[@1st2ndtimothymartin37]

It's so fun riding along with you guys God bless and stay strong Warriors.

[@mathieupage2995]

Really enjoy the different angles of the launch. Thank you for making the effort.

[@daniel8939]

I love how we can hear Cleetus screamin after the run at 15:00 from the back camera. Great race week team!

[@J-RocksCustoms]

Nice to see mullet doing consistent work!

[@coltonstepke3229]

I like the different camera angles.