Phone (03) 5022 0454 Fax (03) 5022 0427
Email: davefive7@eftel.net.au or topfuel@bigpond.net.au
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Whirlwind US visit reaps rewards for Team DMR
Most people who spend ten days in the US make sure that they see the sites, Disneyland,
Universal Studios, Hollywood and the like, but not Darren Morgan and his crew
Nope, they went on a race shop tour which included Drag Racing’s “Disneyland” – Nitro
Alley in Indianapolis, Indiana. Home to some of the finest drag racing facilities found
anywhere.
“Many of the NHRA teams have race shops in Nitro Alley, we were able to and we were able to strike up some
strong partnerships, we really learnt a lot in a short period of time” Darren enthused.
Following the unexpected cancellation of the NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals in Bristol TN, the guys headed to
Indy to catch up with the people who assisted with the purchase of the team’s new Top Fuel Dragster, including
legendary Crew Chief Lance Larsen. A visit to former Funny Car Champion Cruz Pedregon’s race place was also
invaluable to the DMR team as they have added a nitro Funny Car to their race schedule this year. Don Schumacher
Racing opened its doors to the DMR guys for a glance inside the workings of a multi-car team.
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It was not all holidays for Darren, and his trusty crew of Dave Thornton, Matt Manley and Terry Sparrow as the
first four days of the trip were spent sorting the new race car and equipment needed for the DMR team’s assault
on the upcoming Australian Top Fuel Championship. “It’s the best of the best – the car is brand new, the
spares and inventory are all new, I’m more than happy” he enthused.
“We want to be strong this year; there is absolutely no point in attacking the Championship without the resources
and support. We are now in a position to challenge for a win at every race we attend” continued Darren.
The team will now spend the next few weeks preparing the workshop facilities and transporter while awaiting delivery
of the car. “It will be about 5 weeks before the car arrives and we have a ton of work to do. Everything needs to be
in place for when the car arrives. Along with the racing, we have also committed to a huge number of shows
around the country which will allow us to promote our sponsors and the DMR name”
With their first Top Fuel Championship event just around the corner, all hands will be on deck at the DMR race
shop in Mildura Victoria to ensure that the car is ready for it’s first clash in September.
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About Darren Morgan Racing
Darren Morgan Racing (DMR) continues a tradition of Championship winning performance.
Company Director Darren Morgan has established himself as a winner both on the race track and in business.
Having worked for several stand-out Top Fuel teams including Graeme Cowin’s US Nationals finalist team and the
Lamattina Brothers Championship winning dragster.
Following the season ending 2006 Winternationals, Darren went on to drive for Jim Read Racing – his toughest
competitor in the championship season. Darren made the decision to sit out the season after 3 races to concentrate
on his growing business and his own Top Fuel Program. DMR is preparing a brand new race car for it’s attack
on the 2007/2008 Australian Top Fuel Championship, along with a dedicated and experience crew, DMR is committed
to having only the very best in performance and presentation.
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About Morgan Performance
Morgan Performance has been operational since 1996. Originally established by Darren and Natalie Morgan from
their home base in the wine growing district of Mildura, Australia, the company has provided a retail parts
and engine building service for a wide variety of automotive pursuits. Not restricted to automotive projects,
Morgan Performance supplies drag boat and ski race boat owners with some of the fastest engines in Australia.
A constant flow of high performance machinery passes through Morgan Performance including a 129MPH ski boat,
blown hydros, funny cars and dragsters, all seeking the extra performance provided by Morgan Performance’s
attention to detail.
The business went on hold in 2004, when company director, Darren Morgan was given the chance of a life time to
drive and maintain a Top Fuel Dragster. His desire for perfection provided the team with the Australian
Top Fuel Championship in its first full season. The team set and reset many national and track records along the way.
2007 offers a bright future for Morgan Performance, new facilities are being drawn up to house the retail and
wholesale business along with a motor sport museum and a dedicated race shop.
Morgan Performance has aligned itself with some of Australia’s quickest and fastest motorsport teams bringing
credibility and success to a small but passionate group who have one goal in mind – success on and off the race track.