We’re Not Setting Idle

[@merylpelosi8485]

The conditions there were horrific. Fans need to understand that half the field goes home after the first round. Soften the tune-up, it wads the tires up. To win an event, you have to make 4 passes better than someone else makes 3. Shutting off early to avoid launching a blower or oiling the track is just part of it. Good job to all. You're balancing KZbin fame and driving just perfectly.

[@keepnitredneck5578]

First I want to say thank you Clay. I met you Sunday at Virginia motorsports Park. I’m the one that called you Mr. KZbin I just want to say thank you for taking your time out to take a picture and sign an autographed even though you were heading to driver introssuper much appreciated

[@benstrait333]

Thanks for the explanation from Jimmo, it all made sense to me. I've actually been really surprised how much you guys do share, I appreciate it. Keep up the good work, you're definitely one of my favorite YT channels.

[@jimhirth9684]

Clay! That was crazy cool!!!!!

[@Kim_Music_books_racing_fan]

Thanks for all the great content you give us, Clay! You show so much more than other teams do. Plus, you allow your sister to livestream the pit area when she is there. Hopefully, Norwalk will be much better for ya'll, and John Force will make a full recovery.

[@craigsouthern5089]

Thanks for taking us subscriber's along for the ride. ✌️👍🤙🤙😁😎🍀🍀🍀🍀🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲.

[@BadBoybBubby]

Jim o is an absolute gem of a man, got yourself a good crew chief that's for sure 🤙🇦🇺

[@leatreen2720]

Love seeing you out here each week!!💥💥 stomponthatloudpedal in Norwalk!!

[@danmccann6666]

I've always been amazed that you would show as much as you do show, so not showing as much, all OK. We got treated like royalty with THE BEST behind the scenes content. Even without the Jim-O discussions, still THE BEST behind the scenes content. Thank you for the content and all the team for allowing you to record them working. As far as Norwalk, it's my home track. Unfortunately I won't be there, but I'm watching every minute. I hope all comes together and you get to get the Ice-Cream Scopp from Bill Bader at the end of the day. Enjoy a pound of ice cream for me. I do have a question: Does your team have a track specialist? Thanks.

[@fordhipo]

Miss the lounge chats but fully understand. Thanks for all you do for us

[@robertreed8374]

Thank you Clay! You rock brother! Thank you for allowing us to get as close to what you do without being in the car! I’ve always wanted to know what it’s like, and always thought I could do it. Now, 🤔 I’m not so sure! Probably soil myself 😂😂! Anyway thank you man, keep stomping that loud pedal! Oh see you in Indy, Dallas, and Vegas!!!

[@bradchandler6967]

The car was just saying "LET'S GOOOOO" !! At least it didn't totally "run away" and grenade. That would've really sucked. And yeah it's nice when you guys let us all in on your hangin' out times, but if it means going out 1st round in order to have time to do it ? Then we'll be ok without it !!! I have a feeling you'll be "stompin' " all the way to the final next week🙂!!

[@ridged8]

The ambient noise is fine, his speaking volume is great. Thank you so much for doing this!

[@Toddo-ld5ml]

Sorry about your bad luck. Look forward to see you in Norwalk. It's going to be better weather. Your team can turn things around

[@Jordendog]

Thanks for the insight. Amazing all the pieces that make one run.

[@Ron_Masterjohn]

Thanks again Clay for another awesome video. You the man and grateful Leigh channel which she’s doing a great job on. 😊

[@follkiej]

I thought at first you folks were using a TAD technique! Met you also on Sunday, Clay. Hope you guys come visit up.

[@springguntunes]

Back in the day, the guys threw a shop rag over what they didn't want seen. I'm old. The first nitro car I saw was Bruce Larson's USA-1 Camaro at Shuffletown Dragway near Charlotte in 1969. Stomp on that loud pedal! Let's go! Now on to 200,000 subscribers.

[@gullreefclub]

I know a Super Comp driver back in the late 80’s that blasted his competitors car with EMI at about 1,000ft for 1/2 to 1 second which would cause the car he was racing to stumble and of course loose the race.

[@Bill-A-DFW]

Clay - No need to explain yourself - Those "COUCH POTATOES" Who want more filming between rounds - Need to get their 'BUTTS' to a NHRA event and experience what's going on in between rounds or qualifying!! Some are 'CLUELESS'!! Thanks for all you do!! SOTLP!!!

[@kennyking3255]

I’ve been to a handful of NASCAR races (back in “the day” before the Chase and stage racing) and spent a couple of summers with a neighbor helping with his Hobby Stock car on some of the red dirt tracks here in Georgia - but there is nothing like experiencing a NHRA event in person.

[@gullreefclub]

@@kennyking3255I am a firm believer that everyone should go to a NHRA National Event, NASCAR Cup race preferably at a short track and a super speedway, Indy 500, Unlimited Hydroplane race and a F1 race because they are all amazing spectacles to attend

[@MikeMoseley-fo8yi]

Pedal Clutch….asking for a friend🤣 thanks for all your great vids and sharing! Good Luck!

[@slowpoke96Z28]

Pedal totally releases the clutch, but getting off the clutch pedal only let's it partially engage.

[@dannychovan246]

Any Jim O content is good. He’s next level cool. 😎

[@mattphillips4260]

yall are safe and you did find out what was wrong next race will go better i am sure

[@bubett7036]

I'm surprised you guys utilize the system activation like that. Figured it was always a hard switch, but I guess it kinda makes sense that you want the system to activate right before it is at complete open throttle.

[@jerry36852]

Clay as jimo said it was one of those days,the team is still working hard you just have to keep on going, l hope it will be next weekend. From over the pond 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@kcrreedranch]

When I watched the first part of this video. I thought maybe you were in a Top alcohol car , the way they load them up at the line

[@rogerrandolph9685]

Thanks guys get-em at the next one!!!

[@stevereese6488]

I know it’s violent when you kaboom one but it looked like that car body broke in half at the firewall on the initial boom. I know it rattles your noggin pretty hard with the engine behind you, I can only imagine what John felt when it went boom, then both wall impacts. Prayers for John and all the racers.

[@daleneliton9252]

And I think the border secure and there’s a lot of arms in there sorry to poke fun at you guys good race and be safe just being an ass and you know how it is and yeah have a good day and my car is running like shit too. God bless.

[@tbone67gthenderson78]

Thanks for sharing Clay you guys are awesome 😎 congratulations on your 100k subscribers that’s amazing 🤩 ✌🏻

[@dksaevs]

Clay back in 78 I had a CrowlerGLIDE in my BB altered SBC. My throttle stuck at 1/4 and couldn't push the clutch in.

[@gwbuilder5779]

Respect!🤙

[@russhfan]

Anytime with tuning god Jim O is a good time. Thank you.

[@johnlombardi1021]

we got too find these gremlins

[@trkdrvr24]

Always enjoy your videos 🏁🏁🇺🇸🇺🇸 SOTLP

[@scottfarrar8661]

We get it buddy. I could tell you, but then.....

[@dannythomas6194]

I understand trade secrets should not be reveled so good on ya Mate!

[@yattaran1484]

I've noticed the engine RPM was way higher than it should be when you leave the start line. I don't know what caused the problem but I'm sure you guys will find out before next race. Now I know no Jim-O recap means Good for the Team !.😊

[@harveyellis17]

What is the guy over your right shoulder looking at in your cockpit right after start up?

[@maxiumgolf1]

@19:53. He gone!!

[@Rdo_ss]

Jessie looks good in 4K

[@alexclements5631]

So, what was the actual culprit that caused the rpm runaway? Poppet not seating ??

[@richardpenner4686]

Helmet cam is way cool...

[@markharper4778]

Clay you talk about not showing somethings that are sensitive, but you blanked out the dashboard when you got the visor cam to start with, but now you don't so what has changed?

[@kennethking3520]

The information that is secret is now covered up with tape instead of blocking out the entire display.

[@gteefxr3094]

Some times the Jim 'O:" talk goes a little "too long"

[@jefff6818]

Hey Clay,what is the tape strip that gets pulled out of fuel line when you shut car down after a warm up??? It looks like you open a fuel line and a 2 foot piece of green tape comes out.

[@kennethking3520]

The tape is not in the line - it is wrapped AROUND the line fitting and when pulled it spins the fitting so it disconnects quickly.

[@jefff6818]

@@kennethking3520 thank you very much for the explanation. That’s cool stuff

[@kennyking3255]

@@jefff6818 You’re welcome, buddy. Yes, it’s a neat trick.

[@kellywilliams3282]

Was that a two step check?😂

[@mikearent3752]

I like your vids better than the race , Clay !

[@johngalbreath2219]

Bad barrel valve

[@bobelliott2251]

Tony straight up drove out of ud life

[@daveminskip5541]

Not seeing what’s happening in the lounge is worth it if you are going rounds. At least it had not gone crazy earlier and you got it in reverse. 🦘🇦🇺

[@bobbyagee3796]

For this team to expose as much as they do and run as well as they do is amazing. I fully understand why coverage must be cut short. No worries YOU'LL ALWAYS BE MY FAVORITE TOP FUEL IF NOT DRAG RACER.

[@horsepowerphoto]

You are correct. You are the only team that brings us behind the scenes. The sport needs more teams like yours. You are giving the fans an insiders look at what goes on in a race team. The fans are the reason this sport exists. I am so thankful you make these videos! I am glad I got to shake your hand in Epping!

[@threadtapwhisperer5136]

For real! Clay Millican and company with their nerdy deep dives into the top fuel tech stuff is what has me invested in and regularly watching top fuel again! (Tv coverage is second only to nascars dumpsterfire, at present, in my opinion.)

[@jchambers2586]

Please keep my buddy John Force in your thoughts and prayers after this terrible accident I really love the guy a really great person.

[@deelowe3]

Is he hurt? I thought he was fine?

[@kennethking3520]

@@deelowe3 The latest information is that he is still hospitalized in ICU and continues to be observed and evaluated.

[@BenjySparky]

Clay,Jim-o, and crew,y'all rock! Nobody's gonna hate y'all for keeping secrets, Jim-o. Keep the content coming, Clay. Peace

[@Ridin_Hi]

Thanks to the entire team for being as 'camera friendly' as you all are. It's cool to get so many different perspectives, from the clutch guy to the owner, and it's a rare thing in motorsports today. Keep on creating awesome content and giving us all a peek behind the "Nitro Curtain".

[@leighmillicanhubbard]

Yea that sucker was ready to GO.. sounded like when Cliff idled mine up to ride around the pit to warm it up 😁

[@strykerentllc]

Jim O's under zero obligation to share data with the masses as this level of racing is off the table to anyone outside of running a TF car. The dash is plenty and Jess going over the mechanics of the pedal and the timers was definitely a treat so thank you for that, Clay. We'll keep cheering you on as always. God Bless!

[@KenH-wq8jk]

I get why everybody wants to I got to admit this is the biggest joy for me I just turned 75 it was pretty good at racing when I was younger and I never told anybody and then all the sudden I realized I'm old enough to tell people how come my Motors ran so good and it was mostly how I figured out how to get rid of friction you guys are really great I really enjoy you you know Clay you and your sister and your team are the best thing in the world right now to watch the news is tough you guys bring joy

[@quickdeuce]

Happy 75th 'ol feller. I turned 77 a couple months back and agree with you 100% about his family, Clay and the entire Rick Ware, PartsPlus Top Fuel drag racing team. Like you I as well did some drag racing "back in tha day". Street racing in the mid 60's on the boulevards of Portland, Ore. then came a family to raise,,, so racing went to the back burner but the desire didn't. Kids all graduated from high school by mid 1980's. Now it was my turn to pull into tha beams. Mid 80's thru early '90's enjoyed having a SuperGas/ProGas car,, raced all over the Pacific NW til my retirement money was going to be threatened because I was spending wayyy too much so racing again was dropped but I was happy because I at least had the opportunity to fulfil a young motorhead teens dream,, to drag race "FOR REAL". Now thanks to KZbin I get to enjoy watching others do what I did and do love so much,, G's man,, loved to feel more G's!! that my 9 second ChevyII Nova gave me.🙂

[@KenH-wq8jk]

@@quickdeuce Very cool was part of a Gasser team, but did a lot of 60-70 Street Racing when it was safer.. got into motor building mostly Gas big block got to be a Boat IHBA team fun lot more time that Clay turn around to next race "they rock" Neat memories thank for sharing

[@SoDogtravels]

The connection with the team and crew chief is what I’m most impressed with

[@christopherrainville5611]

It most be special for a rookie like Stewart to race a legend like Clay Millican.

[@warbirdflyerF4U]

Thank you clay and team for bringing us all this awesome coverage we truly do appreciate it 😊 I got my fingers crossed for you for Norwalk 😊

[@outragousbob4367]

Clay, I hope you know how appreciated your channel is for us Drag racing fans. I’ve learned so much about the inner workings of fuel cars watching your videos. I appreciate the fact that Rick, Jim O. And the kids seem to like what you’re doing as well. It adds so much to the experience to know the why’s and how’s. Thanks!

[@nhra7110]

Clay and Jim O. are pure class acts!

[@jamescrowe1331]

I've learned more about top fuel racing in the last few months that I found this , than I have my whole life. I'll 68. Thank you so much for letting us feel like part of the team. Keep on keeping on and be safe.

[@joefenech6839]

Clay and JimO, I always reveled in splendor while watching your post lap debriefs and found it so interesting to learn about all the factors and details that come into the discussion. Hearing Clay's description of the way the car behaved and feeding that into the discussion was fascinating. After years of being a Top Fuel fan and attending races, I always craved to understand how decisions where made given the variety of variables that come in to play; weather, track surface, altitude, upcoming lap circumstance,.... Learning about the technology and systems that make a run possible kept me coming back. Seeing Rick Ware enter into the dialog and his gaining understanding run after run was also a great insight to a TF team. I always marveled at the openness and candor that each of these videos delivered and having said that, I understand why it may not be the best thing to do all the time. Either way, I enjoy your videos and will always watch. Your team is so interesting and your interactions with other drivers and friends is always great. And also, I remember when John Force reported seeing Elvis :). I too am hoping that he makes a fast and full recovery. I will be at Sonoma this year and am looking forward to it! Thanks for all your efforts!

[@captlucky2320]

Fox doesn't give the fans the real stuff we want to see I've learned so much about these things from this channel

[@brynmichael8029]

Sooooo GLAD to see Clay & the team kicking butt! Great way to start the day! 🎉❤🎉❤🎉

[@ericwight919]

I must agree with most other comments, I was quite shocked watching your first videos of the stuff you were showing . So I understand why you shouldn't plus how do you have time. People like Brent and Kevin right in the mix I love it!

[@alkennedy1124]

It sounded,,, funny right from the start, that was crazy, thanks clay, your the stomp on that loud pedal Guy, thanks BigAl California thanks Rick Ware praise Jesus Christ grace amen

[@fastamx069box8]

Love you Clay, Pass our love to your crew and especially Jimbo.. Remember that Jesus has you covered in His Blood. And it's not cheating unless you get caught. Jeff Gordon quote 😂👍 Praise the Lord 🙏🙏🙏

[@bobroberts2371]

After the warmup, the shutdown seemed to take a long time. The bad injector, I'm guessing the pop off pressure was very low allowing fuel to dribble?

[@AllanDobson]

I life for Jim'os interviews too What pressure would the Canon see when it broke lock up finger against Tony approx All best dobbo , retired Santo driver in old kalitta car days cheers guys p.s go for it Clay

[@davidburchfield2720]

Frist of all thank you and jimO for what you do show us and thank you for what you don't when you got shark's bitting at your ass you calet up and give away your speed secrets!!!! That being said great job men im steel behind you'll 💪 god bless old man from Tennessee

[@austinperkins1986]

Push that choke cable towards the OFF position. Lol!

[@npettett]

I do miss the salon download too, but hold you cards close to your vest! You and your team are the best! I wish I was on your team, all theory, no experience..I could be your towel girl and wipe your eyes!

[@bigkenny66]

Our prayers go out to John Force and his family

[@mickeym2380]

Jimo, we are TEAM Millican fans. Clay is the spokesman for the team as a whole.

[@teresagoodwin7458]

Clay, you and Jimmo are G.O.A.T.S. ALSO!! And I am beyond impressed and amazed at how much contest you do get to put out. And no race car series will ever show everything because which ever team has found something mostly legal or all legal, Y'all can't be condemned by not wanting every other racer to try your same setup.. You should keep some of the info learned secret but you don't want your competitors to beat you with something Y'all learned from trial and error. Better luck next race 💞🤗💞🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND Y'ALL'S RESPECTIVE FAMILIES NOW AND ALWAYS 💞🤗💞🙏🏻🙏🏻 LOVE YOU AND YOUR PRECIOUS FAMILY AND TEAM FAMILIES NOW AND ALWAYS 💞🤗💞🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@bobsmith1101]

As much as I appreciate what you do share, I have to admit, I just can't get enough of the technicals. In fact, it's because of you I've renewed my interest in drag racing. My first race was the AHRA Summer Nationals at Long Island"s National Speedway in 1970. Thanks for all your efforts.

[@stevekaluf2708]

Thank you for allowing us to see so much. You and the entire RWR team are so generous and friendly. I hope to see you at the US Nationals this year.

[@mikeheustess8023]

Thanks for all you do and share. It’s plenty of action. Been watching drag racing since the 70’s, nothing better. I’m with a lot of the fans that say keep the power and the length of the race is perfect. Keep stomping on that loud pedal!

[@cya442]

Love the POV down the track during the run!! I don't recall seeing these before. Regarding the injector, maybe it became self-aware (AI) and was stomping on the loud pedal for you!

[@rosscollins2910]

High definition cameras can see your computer screen data.

[@mshafer2006]

Clay, you need to include Jim and Nick in your videos. Love both Jim O and Nick. Leave the secret stuff out but, both of them with you is so entertaining. Especially Nick

[@Nareimooncatt]

"We're going to give him plenty of time to sign autographs after the first round." See, this is why you are such a stand up sportsman. Kudos for being so considerate of your fellow racers.

[@bobbyagee3796]

EMP device or a polarity manipulation scaler pulse 😊

[@jaredkinneyjr]

If you're not first, you're last!

[@dirtracer64]

Thank you RWR for allowing us to be with Clay. Question? What is engine RPM at the line when Clay takes his foot off the clutch?

[@bobbyagee3796]

I've seen between 7 and 9 grand off the tree light

[@dirtracer64]

@@bobbyagee3796 idle is 2,700 RPM, what is it when Clay takes his foot 🦶 off the clutch pedal, the engine drop before the Loud Pedal is applied?

[@mattguersh]

Love ya clay from pittsburgh pa!!! Your the best my friend!!! & if anyone complaines about the wind or noise then they shouldnt watch cause when you stomp on that loud peddle thats all you'll hear!!!! lol lol Keep up the great & 1st hand vids of what it takes to wrench & drive that beast!!!! ❤❤❤

[@GhostSniper67]

@ClayMillican25 I want a Parts Plus Clay Millican pit shirt like you guys wear. Hook a Tennessee Veteran up....😁

[@letzrockitrite8469]

God's blessing poured out over this whole TEAM ! thanks Jesus..... thanks Clay ! Thanks JimO/Nicky/Rick/crewchieftothewheelwipers! .... all the love a fan can give to all y'all!

[@MiscRocketVideos]

I 100% agree that I miss the round-to-round commentary, but I really have no clue how you guys could pull it off from day 1. Glad I got to experience what I saw and I'll inferr what happens from now on. Keep the cameras down when needed and STOMP ON THAT ENTER KEY!!!!! Wait a second. . .STOMP ON THAT LOUD PEDAL!!!!

[@UlisesBatalla]

We know what's up, we thought it was you! NEW IDEL SETTING! Ya nitro mix was a little rich! LOLOLOLOLOL!

[@genereynoldsakayoda5815]

Thanks for sharing, just remember keyboard warriors, if it was easy, all us clowns would be doing it. Stay safe Clay, again reality came to the track, HEAL UP FAST JOHN, but take a break also and let someone fill your shoes for a few races. STOMP ON THAT LOUD PEDAL.

[@nashguy207]

Good luck next weekend. Safe travels. Hoping for Speedy recovery for John!

[@christophersanders5007]

Too bad that injector problem did not show up during the test fire. Not much you can do when your on the line.

[@ratmanmurray7137]

Is it me, or could JimO be a perfect stand in for Sergeant Schultz? (I know nothing!) haha Greetings from Down Under

[@jonnyrc339]

Clay. You’re the best. I’ve met you on a few occasions. So just sayin. You guys ever need a CDL driver for your rig, I got you bro. I’d do it for free. Just feed me😂 Spotless record. Spent my WHOLE life as a die hard drag racing fan!!! Keep killin it Mr. Millican. I don’t expect a response, but I just had ta say. Peace brother.

[@bobbyagee3796]

I was just researching that. Normal idle is between 25 - 2600. You were reading 3600.

[@ldftrdnk]

We appreciate what y’all do & are able to share. Whew, I thought Jesse was gonna blow a gasket there for a second when the idle wouldn’t adjust. Jim’O seemed cool as a cucumber, and I figured he just said, “well poop (s#!+)….send it!” Sorry y’all had trouble, go git em at Norwalk.