The World Series of Pro Mod is underway, and Q1 brought some exciting action for Street Outlaws fans. With big names hitting the track and some surprises along the way, it’s shaping up to be a thrilling event. Let’s dive into how the Street Outlaws crew performed in the first round of qualifying.
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Clay Cole’s First Run at WSOPM
Clay Cole made his debut at the World Series of Pro Mod and laid down a 3.85 at 194 mph. While it wasn’t a full pass due to some pedal work, it was a solid starting point. Expect him to come back stronger in Q2 with a clean run.
Larry Larson’s New Setup
Larry Larson clocked a 3.75 at 198 mph despite experiencing some tire shake. Running a brand-new Hart’s turbocharger, he’s still dialing in the setup. Given that he’s already gone as quick as 3.70 at the U.S. Street Nationals, we’re expecting him to improve in Q2 or Q3.
Shawn Ellington Lays Down a Full Pass
Shawn Ellington put up a 3.71 at 217 mph, a solid pass with impressive speed. However, for this stacked field, he’ll need to shave off more time to secure a good qualifying position. We’ll see if he can step it up in the next rounds.
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Ryan Roberts in the Hunt
Ryan Roberts ran a 3.74 at 198 mph, with a 0.937 to 60 feet and a 2.51 to 330 feet. He’s also running the Hart’s turbo setup and will need to push harder to be competitive in the next round.
Coold Struggles with Wheel Stand
Coold had a tough first round, lifting the front wheels and aborting the pass to avoid heading toward the wall. He coasted to a 4.33 at 124 mph. Expect him to make the necessary adjustments and get a full run in during Q2.
Mike Bowman Impresses
Mike Bowman came out swinging with a 3.64 at 216 mph, which put him at the top of the board—at least for a while. He held the number one spot for most of Q1 but was eventually edged out by Ken Kershaw.
Jimmy Taylor Overcomes Testing Issues
Jimmy Taylor laid down a 3.73 at 202 mph after struggling with issues in testing. He made a full pass but will need to pick up the pace to stay competitive. Let’s see if he finds more speed in Q2.
Scott Taylor’s Wild Ride
Scott Taylor put up a strong 3.66 at 204 mph but had a scary moment at the end of the run. He lost his brakes after throwing the chutes and ended up in the runoff area. Fortunately, from what we’ve seen, there’s no major chassis damage, and he should be back for Q2.
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The Battle at the Top: Kye Kelley vs. Ken Kershaw
Kye Kelley ran a 3.65 at 204 mph, but it wasn’t enough to top Ken Kershaw, who went 3.64 at 204 mph to claim the number one qualifier spot. While Kai got the jump on the tree, Ken’s 60-foot and 330-foot times gave him the edge. This battle is heating up, and with more qualifying rounds to come, it’s still anyone’s game.
Looking Ahead to Q2
With Q1 in the books, the Street Outlaws crew is just getting started. Expect faster passes, tighter competition, and some shake-ups in the standings as these drivers push their cars to the limit. Stay tuned to StreetOutlawsTalks.com for the latest updates on the World Series of Pro Mod and all things Street Outlaws!