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Hans Herbert
Hey dude! Tell me about yourself, where are ya, how old are ya, and what are ya driving?
Im Hans Herbert, Located around the Brainerd lakes area, 36 now (oooof) I race my GLTC prepped S2000, but usually have a revolving door of other fun street cars around.
Where are you racing and in what class?
I currently race in the Gridlife Touring Cup for Myriad Motorsports.
What is your current car set up?
Car is currently set up to compete in GLTC, 12.5-1 PW class. K24 built by ASM, car makes 206hp, weighs like 2770. Pretty simple setup, Fueltech FT600, KW suspension, AP brakes. The class is mostly about driver, so the car is stupid simple.
How did you get your start in racing?
I started racing in radar runs on snowmobiles when I was a kid, then snow cross, cross country, autox in cars, I’ve done some Baja off-road endurance stuff. Just all around really.
Ever had a big off/accident? How did you deal with that?
Had a big impact last year at Mid Ohio. Was one of the my fault, not my fault things. There was an incident in front of me that I couldn’t see until the last second, made a move to try to avoid it and ended up getting involved in it instead. I was pretty shaken up, and didn’t get out in another car until I was back door to door in GLTC a month later. In hindsight I should have gotten right back and and turned some laps. I was pretty scared in the car the whole time at PPIR for the next race. It wasn’t a good feeling.
What have you done or bought you wish you would have sooner?
I wish I would have gotten a trailer and a loft sooner. Made my life 400x better when it comes to racing.
What do you think is important to becoming a good driver?
I think the number one thing would Be to have a learning mindset. Even if you’re the fastest guy at your local track, you can always learn more. You never lose if you always choose to learn, but if you choose to not learn or have a closed mind, even a win on the track is a loss in your development.
What advice would you give yourself if you were just starting out?
I wish someone would have told me I could do it, that whatever it is I wanted to do, or wanted to race in, that I could. I’ve been very blessed to have support around me, but starting younger with that support would have really helped.
Who are some drivers and cars that you look up to?
I really look up to our Team Principle Jake Jornstaad who enables all of us to be a part of something awesome with Myriad Motorsports. I also would like to give a shout out yo all our team members, Cody Ciesielski, Christian Klonowski, Gil Rossignol, Eric Peterson, Lucien Santiago, and Felipe Gonzalez. They are the people that keep our cars on track, and we would not absolutely sunk without them.
I really look up to our local Midwest grassroots heroes, Jeremy Swenson, Andy Smedgard, the guys who have gotten on the National state and competed and won. That isn’t easy to do out of your own pocket, but they have proven it can be done and I think that’s a huge thing for everyone to see that you don’t have to have the golden ticket of your parents money to be able to be successful. As far as pros go, Dan Binks, head of Corvette racing for years and years, really put that program on the map and made it credible, where before there wasn’t anything. I’ve always liked the team corvette drivers as well, Oliver Gavin, Jan Magnuson. I grew up liking Jeff Gordon and Michael Schumacher. I really envy some of the old time greats, Shelby, Parnelli Jones, Andretti, Ken Miles, etc. Back when the cost of getting on the big stage wasn’t so outrageous. Those guys really carried the torch of the American Racing programs in the past.
What are some achievements and awards you've accomplished in racing?
Ooof. Well I was PG Triple track shootout overall winner 2021 spring and fall. Podium at PG auto x this year, multiple time class winner at Morgan’s Motorplex events, Street Machines National Auto x winner 2021, Yellowstone off-road series race winner, instructor with Porsche, and this year joining the BIR driving school staff. I got a top 10 in GLTC .
What's one thing everyone should bring to the track? (Besides a car and a helmet)
I think everyone should bring a friend. Another set of hands always helps, and our hobby should be shared with others!
Who are you other current sponsors?
- Office Sign company
- Hawk Brakes
- Motul
- Fueltech
- Paradigm Performance
- Mobile Tire Pros
- Vibrant
- Andres Safari Co
A big thanks goes out to my wife AJ who has enabled and encouraged me through my whole racing journey!
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Hey dude! Tell me about yourself, where are ya, how old are ya, and
what are ya driving?
My name is Jeremy "Kidd" Keays and I am 47yo. I grew up in Phoenix,
AZ where I joined the military in 1996. I served for 25 years and
retired in 2021 out of Fort Bragg, NC as a 100% disabled vet. I served
as an Infantryman for 12 years and spent my last 13 years in Special
Operations as a Civil Affairs Specialist. I have been married for 26
years and have 3 kids (2 daughters and a son). I am driving the Killer
Bee, 2003 Evo 8, one of the baddest stock frame turbo Evos on the
planet. My fastest ET is a 9.63 and my fastest mph is 154.1 mph.
What is your current car set up?
Engine Builder: |
Warren Engines |
Compression Ratio: |
10.5:1 |
Pistons/Piston Rings |
Manley |
Connecting Rods: |
R&R Aluminum Rods |
Camshafts: |
GSC S3 Cams |
Valves / Springs / Retainers: |
GSC |
Head / Main Studs: |
ARP 625+ Custom Aged |
Intake Manifold: |
Skunk 2 |
Throttle Body: |
Full Blown |
Air Induction System: |
Beeline Performance Intake |
Exhaust Manifold: |
ToxicFab stock placement single scroll |
Exhaust System / Downpipe: |
STM downpipe/TBC custom exhaust |
Muffler: |
Unknown |
Wastegate: |
TiAL MV-S wastegate |
Blow-Off Valve: |
TiAL Q blow off valve |
Intercooler: |
ETS 4" Intercooler |
Fuel Injectors: |
Injector Dynamics 2600 |
Fuel Pump(s): |
Aeromotive A1000 |
Engine Management System: |
AEM V2 |
Engine Management Tuner: |
Matt Franks |
Boost Controller: |
AEM EBCS |
Ignition System: |
Sparktech COP |
Spark Plugs: |
NGK |
Cooling System: |
Koyo Radiator with Spal Fan |
Oil System: |
Magnus Stage 4 dry sump system |
Performance Electronics: |
AEM gauges |
Turbocharger: |
Forced Performance Zero Ball Bearing |
Compressor Wheel Specs: |
62.1mm inducer/86.2mm exducer |
Turbine Wheel Specs: |
67.7mm inducer/62.2mm exducer |
Turbine Housing: |
Forced Performance Stainless EVO 9 |
Springs, F&R (Make & Rate): |
ISC D2 Coilovers |
Transmission: |
PPG Dogbox |
Transmission Gearing: |
PPG Spec |
Final Drive: |
4.28 |
Clutch: |
Quartermaster 8-Leg twin-disc – hydraulic TOB |
Flywheel: |
Quartermaster Race Spec |
Differential(s) (Make & Type): |
TRE transfer case with Wavetrac LSD, TRE rear differential |
Axles / Driveshaft: |
OEM / DSS Carbon fiber driveshaft |
Wheels: |
15” Rota |
Tires: |
M&H 15” Racemasters |
INTERIOR |
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Roll Bar / Cage: |
N/A |
Seats: |
Kirkey Aluminum |
Harnesses: |
G-Force |
Steering Wheel / Quick Release: |
Sparco / NA |
Gauges: |
AEM gauges |
Etc.: |
STM Parachute kit, STM staging brake, ILR No Money lockout shifter |
How did you get your start in racing?
I was working and hanging out with the guys from SpecOps
Motorsports. I would go to the track and support the guys from the
shop as they raced. I have wanted to race for a while but never pulled
the trigger. A 16 year old kid that would go to the track with us
secretly bought my race entry one night and the rest was history.
Where are you racing and in what class?
I race up and down the east coast. I have raced at the Buschur
Shootout 5 times. I took 1st place in Evo Stock Appearing in 2013,
2014, and 2022. I have raced countless Import Faceoffs and Street Car
Takeovers placing 1st place more often than not.
Ever had a big off/accident? How did you deal with that?
When I was 18 years old I was in a bad accident while street racing.
I almost killed myself, two of my best friends that were in the car,
and an innocent family that I crashed into. This is why I am strictly
a track racer. I have seen first hand the devastation caused from
street racing and I won't have anything to do with it.
What have you done or bought you wish you would have sooner?
The best purchase I have made for the Evo has been the ILR no money
shifter from Huy Tran. Not only is this a well crafted shifter but it
also relieves the stress while drag racing. Second would be the PPG
Dogbox. Third to that would be the Magnus dry sump system.
What do you think is important to becoming a good driver?
Seat time is key. Practice makes a well prepared driver. I also
believe a driver must know the ins and outs of his/her vehicle.
Drivers should know how everything works so that if something happens,
the driver can quickly react. This happened to me at the last
Shootout. During the final race of Stock Appearing, after my burnout
the throttle hung wide open. I had to jump out and fix it so that I
could continue the race. I fixed it, backed up, staged, and won the
race.
What advice would you give yourself if you were just starting out?
Have a long term goal in mind and have a great team for support.
Long term goals will allow one to build their car right the first time
without spending unnecessary money.
Who are some drivers and cars that you look up to?
Guys like Ben Hochman, Dan Mergenthaler, Lucas English are the big
names that I look up to. Matt Franks and Tim Patrick inspired me in
the beginning.
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Eric Ou Is a 23 year old out of Los Angles Ca. He can be found on instagram @Mkv.Soupra
Hey dude! Tell me about yourself, where are ya, how old are ya, and what are ya driving?
My name is Eric Ou, I’m 23 years old and I drive an A90 Supra 3.0 in Los Angeles, CA.
What is your current car set up?
- I usually race at all of the ‘Willows here in CA with @corsa. We rotate between Buttonwillow, Big Willow, and Streets of Willow. I would consider myself street class.