Kye Kelley’s Rebuild Mission: From Totalled to Titan—JangALang’s Second Coming

If you’ve followed the small tire scene at all lately, you know Kye Kelley’s been on a tear. That is, until disaster struck at the NT275 Shootout. What was supposed to be another dominating weekend for JangALang, his beastly small tire ride, turned into a nightmare. And not the kind you wake up from—this was full-blown twisted metal, snapped suspension, and bent frame rails type of nightmare.

Photo by Milissa Martini

Now, here at Street Outlaws Talks, we don’t just cover the wins. We follow the grind, the rebuilds, and the raw determination that makes these racers legends in the making. And trust us—Kye’s about to show everyone what a comeback really looks like.

The Crash Heard ‘Round the Track

The setup was perfect. Kye had JangALang flying at the Big Jake Promotions NT275 shootout—clean, fast, dangerous. That pass? It was golden. Right up until the parachutes didn’t deploy.

With barely seconds to react at the top end, Kye had a choice: rocks, wall, or chaos. He chose the wall—and unfortunately, that wall fed JangALang directly into the track’s notorious cross ties. Think sharpened wooden teeth just waiting to chew through any race car unlucky enough to land on them.

The damage? Brutal. Front end wrecked. Frame twisted. Rockers bent. Suspension toast. That car looked like it went three rounds with a wrecking ball. And the kicker? The parachutes weren’t even packed by Kye’s crew. Someone else did it. One small misstep turned a clean pass into a total rebuild.

Photo by Kye Kelley Racing

Enter: The Wizard

So, what do you do when your ride looks like a scrapyard special? You call the Wizard. No, not a nickname for just any fabricator—we’re talking about the chassis guru who brings the dead back to life. Kye dropped JangALang off at his shop, a place where mayhem is just a normal Tuesday.

But even with a packed-out garage, the Wizard made space. Why? Because this wasn’t just a rebuild—it was a resurrection. And that’s exactly what JangALang 2.0 is about to become.

Not Just Fixed—Upgraded

As soon as they rolled her in, it was obvious—this wasn’t a bolt-on bandage situation. The front half was toast. So the plan? Chop it. Rebuild it. Go lighter, faster, and meaner. We’re talking full-race spec now:

• Titanium control arms

• New spindles

• Lightweight fuel cell

• Clean wiring (done by Kye himself—yep, he’s that hands-on)

• Geometry adjustments for a true radial setup

No fluff. No dead weight. Just a surgically rebuilt small tire monster.

Racing Ain’t Just a Game—It’s Personal

Photo by Kye Kelley Racing

You can tell how much JangALang means to Kye just by watching him talk about it. This isn’t just a car—it’s a legacy. It’s the bruises, the burnout marks, the 60-foot times that made jaws drop. So when he says he’s not cutting corners, believe it.

Even with the setback, Kye isn’t wasting energy pointing fingers. He’s focused on solutions. He knows mistakes happen—but how you respond defines your path. And his? It’s clear. He’s building something that’s not just going to race again—it’s going to dominate.

The Rebirth is Coming

So what’s next? While the Wizard gets to work reshaping metal, Kye’s taking a step back, recharging with family, and planning his next move. The goal? Come back swinging. JangALang’s return won’t be quiet—it’ll be a statement.

This rebuild is more than just a fix—it’s a full evolution. JangALang is being reborn with intention. Kye’s doubling down on his own craftsmanship, tightening every wire and bolt with a racer’s instinct and a champion’s mindset.

And when that car rolls off the trailer again, the rest of the NT275 field better be paying attention. Because Kye’s not just coming back—he’s coming for redemption.

So… Should JangALang Stay Small Tire?

That’s the question. With a build this nasty, should Kye keep it a small tire killer forever? Or give it the big tire treatment and go hunting on the no prep side for a little revenge? Drop your thoughts in the comments. If you were in Kye’s shoes, what would you do?

We’ll be tracking every step of this rebuild right here on StreetOutlawsTalks.com, bringing you the updates, the sneak peeks, and the first burnout when JangALang 2.0 lights up the strip.

Until then—stay fast, stay safe, and keep it pinned.