Parker 425 • 3:00 PM Update - Andy McMillin and co-driver Brady ran away with the Trick Truck and possible the overall win here at the BITD Parker 425. Andy drove the #31 McMillin Homes/ FOX Racing Shox/Geiser Built Trick Truck to victory, flying out front early in the day and never looking back.

Andy commented in the pouring rain just after he took the checkered flag,"My truck was awesome! I hit some of the biggest stuff I've ever hit in racing thanks to my FOX Shox. The BFG's were flawless and we didn't have a single flat."

Andy had an air cleaner problem after the first lap and was in the pits for 16 minutes but was able to maintain his lead as he got back in the dirt.

McMillin crew chief commented, "The truck was flawless, the Kroyer package was awesome and Andy did a great job. We can't be more satisfied than we are right now and can't wait to get back in the shop and prepare for the next one."

Finishing behind McMillin was Harley Letner, who finished 2nd at the SCORE LDC only two weeks ago. Letner has always done well in Parker and today was no different. It's too close to call the Class 1500 win as the Wilson Brothers finished close behind. Lugo/Olliges finished 4th behind the two Class 1500's.

Parker 425 • 1:15 PM Update–DIRTnewz reporters at RM 93 are reporting that Andy McMillin is thru RM 93 at 98 MPH on the radar. Huge rainstorm causing carnage over Midway pit.

The class 1500 battle is shaping up with Danny Anderson running hard. Danny is just coming off the SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge win and would like to repeat those winning ways here in Parker.

Close behind the LVDC is Wayne Lugo in a Trick Truck, but going back and fourth battling with each other. The racing is very close between the two and both are chasing the checkered flag in the rain & mud.

Mark McMillin on the trailer at Pit 1 RM 20.

Larry Job and Bryce Menzies are running fast in the class 1100. Job/Menzies were the team to beat at the SCORE Laughlin Desert Challenge until they had mechanical issues. They are strong and holding a steady pace in third.

Jerry Whelchel had a blown transmission which was replaced and now is at
RM 118 with a blown oil pump which is being replaced...rough day...for a "first lap"

Pirate 4x4's #1705 Jeepspeed of Mike Shaffer parked and out of the race @ RM 90!

Parker 425 • 12:25 PM Update–Andy Mcmillin thru the midway pit at RM 48 stopped to fix a missing engine problem but was able to fix it and is hauling the mail still in the lead.

Bobby Baldwin has stopped at RM 28 and looks to be driving to the pit

Parker 425 • 11:45 AM Update–The attrition starts to set in as the rain comes down for the past two hours here in Parker, AZ. The grey skies turned out to be more than just that as the rain will make racers efforts that much more difficult to acheive.

Andy McMillin stretches his lead between 15-18 minutes in the Fox Shox, Gieser built truck. It seems to be that he is here to prove that he has what it takes to be a champion.

BJ Baldwin is still having issues in the pits getting his truck repaired after breaking the spring pearch on one of his rear shocks. It didnt get any better for him as the shock caught fire and flames were quickly extinguished, but not before causing some damages to the rear of the truck.

Steve Olliges is now piloting the factory Ford backed Raptor SVT for lap 2 two before Rob MacCachren gets in for the final lap.

Bobby Baldwin who is running a strong race is going to be getting out and splitting time with Jesse Jones in his Trick Truck.

Craig Turner seems to be liking his new truck as he is looking strong in class 8000.

Jerry Whelchel is at RM 28 with blown transmission which is being replaced

Parker 425 • 10:00 AM Update–Andy McMillin comes in leading the pack after one lap and strengthening his lead. McMillin is hungry for a win and proved that he has what it takes to land on the podium.

Top Trick Trucks after 1 lap:

1. Andy McMillin
2. Bobby Baldwin
3. Todd Jergensen
4. Will Statts
5. Steve Olliges

Herder was the first vehicle to hit the dirt this morning as Rob broke and is now leading the Class 1500's.

BJ Baldwin is in the pits for unknown reasons.

Parker 425 • 9:00 AM Update–Rob MacCachren, who qualified in the premier possition during Thursday's qualifier is out of the race. MacCachren belted in the #1502 Class 1500 (better known to some as Class 1) and prepared to take to the DIRT in Parker, AZ. Unfortunately Rob never made it to the dirt as he suffered a broken CV on the asphalt before even getting a taste of the Parker DIRT. Rob will now wait and get behind the wheel of the FORD Raptor Class 8 and take on the Parker desert.

 

 

Parker 425 • February 6, 2009 –BITD officials are inspecting vehicles left and right trying to get the pack of over 260 vehicles all vying for their first Best in the Desert win of 2009. Racers can't wait to get behind the wheel of their individual machines and take to the DIRT of Parker. Stay tuned as we bring you the latest newz from the 2009 BITD Parker 425.

Will Statts shows off his new MasterCraft paint scheme as he strolls through with his team, daughter Emily Statts, Greg Shapiro and Cory Lough

Parker local, Trent Beaver age 20, ready to rock his AZ Parker Motor Co, Ford Trucks #8105 around his stomping grounds. Be careful, he's in his backyard!!

Parker 425 • February 5, 2009 – The Best in the Desert Parker 425 kicked off with a bang on Thursday afternoon as the nation's top desert racers lined up for the ever so popular BITD Qualifying. MacCachren arrived to the BITD Parker 425 to race in both Class 1500 and Class 8000.

In the mid-afternoon, the Las Vegas racer climbed behind the wheel of the CORONA Cerverza Class 1500 fitted with BFGoodrich Tires, FOX RACING SHOX and Mastercraft Race Seats. Steve Sourapus owns the Scott Prill prepped Class 1500 buggy. MacCachren railed the ultra fast car setting the fastest qualifying time among a long list of race qualifiers.

Parker 425 • February 5, 2009 – Qualifying has come to an end with Rob MacCachren in the #1502 of Steve Sourapas leading the pack. MacCachren got behind the wheel of the #1502 Corona Extra RPS Class 1500 and drove the wheels off it to capture the lead and the premier spot for Saturday's race. MacCachren will be the first vehicle to take the green flag as it drops for BITD's season opener. He will then hand the car off to owner Steve Sourapas and get behind the wheel of the FORD Raptor and bring it home to the finish.

LAS VEGAS, NV • February 4, 2009 - Terrible Herbst Motorsports is proud to announce an alliance that will see the Corona, California-based company, Monster Energy, team up with the organization in 2009. Owned and operated by the Herbst family, the Terrible Herbst Motorsports team is as indigenous to desert racing as the blaring sun, deep sand, cactus and teeth chattering terrain that is all so much a part of the unforgiving form of motorsport. An integral part of the Southwest American desert racing scene for over four decades, three generations of Herbst drivers have made the outfit one of the elite and most prolific teams in SCORE and Best In The Desert racing, winning numerous championships and marquee races including the Tecate 250, Baja 500, Nevada 2000 and the fabled Baja 1000.

Parker NV • February 4, 2009 –I’s great to see that even in this troubling economy, people still like to race with Best in the Desert. As of today, there are more than 260 vehicles entered in this weekend’s historic race. As the first race of the 2009 season for Cars and Trucks, don’t miss out on this opportunity to view this legendary event. The Pre-Fun Run was attended by more than 230 vehicles and 800+ enthusiastic participants for an incredible run, and an awesome lunch thanks to the Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Team– an impressive turnout!

LAS VEGAS, NV • February 4, 2009 - The new Banning Motorsports Class 1100 car, driven by the team of Bryan Folks, Casey Folk’s son, and Rick Graf, and built by Banning Motorsports, has announced their sponsors for 2009.

The list of sponsors and supporters is quite extensive, with BF Goodrich, VP Racing Fuels, Fox Shox, KC HiLites and Trail Ready Rims. The race car features a Foddrill chassis, with Banning Motorsports tuning enhancements. Lee Banning was quoted, “With the support we are receiving from our sponsors, and how the car itself is shaping up, we expect big things from this team.” Banning went on to further comment, “With the large additional prize money now being offered in this class, it's sure to draw a lot of entries, and tremendous interest.”

TT#1 Team CHM on a fast track to Support FORD in 2009

Team CHM takes up the baton from FORD in it's quest to repeat a BITD championship in 2009'

 

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