Jason Schriefer Talks Nitro Funny Cars on Draglist LIVE! 12/15/25

Описание: NHRA Fuel Funny Car driver Justin Schriefer is one of the hardest-working racers in the nitro pits. From grinding it out race to race to chasing consistency at 330 mph, Justin brings a real-world look at what it takes to survive in Funny Car today.

Justin's Racing Achievements and Challenges
Bill and Justin discussed Justin's experience at PRI, where he appreciates the support from smaller companies without big sponsorships. Justin shared his challenges with the car's pan pressure issues in 2025, which they eventually resolved, allowing the car to run a 4.002 ET at Indy, where he qualified in the quickest field in history. Justin expressed his passion for racing and his crew from the local area, highlighting the importance of their support and dedication to safety.

Old-School Drag Racing Team Experience
Justin Schrefer discussed his experience working with Dale Creasy Sr., learning old-school racing techniques before transitioning to modern methods. He described his team of 12 members, including two father-son pairs and several farmers and mechanics, who help maintain and race the car. Justin detailed the challenges of funding and scheduling, as well as the excitement of a successful run, emphasizing the adrenaline, sound, and G-forces involved in nitro drag racing.

Justin's NHRA Racing Achievements
Bill and Justin discussed Justin's racing achievements, particularly his involvement in the fastest Funny Car field in NHRA history from 2019, where he was ranked sixth with a 4.0-second time. Justin highlighted the significance of their 5 consecutive low-four-second runs, which earned them the fastest ET average, a record they are still holding. Bill expressed admiration for Justin's accomplishments and mentioned the European racing style of determining champions through average ET over the weekend. The conversation concluded with Bill inviting John to share questions and comments from the audience, indicating an ongoing discussion with racing enthusiasts from across the country.

Justin's Racing Experiences and Goals
Justin expressed his excitement about attending the national event at US 131, which is known as the fastest track in Michigan, and discussed his previous experience with the IHRA. He mentioned that he would need more funding to attend the NHRA race in Norwalk in 2026, which is on his bucket list. Justin also shared his experiences of being bounced around in the car during runs, particularly when the car is not running well, and described a notable incident at Indy where he crossed over and had to regain control of the car.

Racing Safety and Header Innovations
Justin discussed a racing incident where he made a split-second decision to stay put rather than risk turning into another car, which turned out to be the correct choice. He explained how headers on racing cars have evolved, noting that laying them back too much caused safety issues due to loss of downforce, and praised the current 40-degree header ruling for improving control. The conversation concluded with Justin recalling a 2019 engine explosion incident at Indy due to faulty head seats, which he managed to control before it became dangerous.

Racing Incident and Recovery Story
Justin Schriefer shared his experience of a severe car explosion that resulted in a brain concussion and significant damage to his vehicle, highlighting the dangers of racing. He discussed his recovery process and the support he received from his crew and family. Justin also mentioned his racing team, including his crew chief, Rip Reynolds, and expressed hope that Reynolds would return to the team after a brief stint with Cruz Pedregon. He expressed gratitude for the support he has received from fellow racers like Jack Beckman. The show concluded with a tribute to the late Howard Anderson, a prominent figure in modern gasser racing.