Cordova to Joliet - 2013 a Drag Racing Odyssey for Todd Robertson's Eaton TAFC

Cordova to Joliet - 2013 a Drag Racing Odyssey for Todd Robertson's Eaton TAFC

Harrison TWP. MI. … After Todd Robertson’s first round loss at last week’s divisional event in Cordova, Illinois, Robertson made the decision to stay “in the area” to repair some hurt parts and take the time to re-group.

“We torched a head in the first round of qualifying and hurt some other stuff but, we were able to get her together and qualify for the event. We went out in round one but, I couldn’t have been prouder of my guys. We worked real hard to get her back together and made the next run. For us it was real cool when we got a thumbs up before we fired it in the pits from Frank Manzo. He was pitted across from us. Just to be recognized by one of your heroes is really cool. My entire team is fans of the sport and we get it; we know we’re running with the big fish now and we’re still guppies but any recognition from a guy like that is really cool.”

Robertson opted to head to Darren Mayer’s DMPE facility in Stevensville, Michigan to make the needed repairs and then trailer to Larry Snyder’s shop in Indiana. After the trip to Snyder’s it was off to Strange Engineering in Morton Grove, Illinois before finishing up and heading to Joliet.

“I consider myself lucky to call Darren (Mayer) a friend and for him to offer the use of his shop was just fantastic. Also, being able to tap into the knowledge of Mr. Snyder has been a big bonus for our team. I have to thank both those guys for all their help as well as the great people at Strange,” said Robertson.

“Hopefully, all of the hard work pays off in Chi-Town,” added Robertson.

Eaton is a diversified power management company providing energy-efficient solutions that help customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power. A global technology leader, Eaton acquired Cooper Industries plc in November 2012. The 2012 revenue of the combined companies was $21.8 billion on a pro forma basis. Eaton has approximately 103,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries.

Robertson and his Eaton corporation backed Pro Power Top Alcohol Funny Car team will compete in the 16th annual O'Reilly Auto Parts Route 66 NHRA Nationals event at Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, Illinois this weekend, June 26-0. To follow all the action, log onto http://www.dragracecentral.com or you can follow along at NHRA.com