Pit Crew

Gerry Brandt, Crew Chief

Gerry (better known as Old Guy) has been around racing and building engines since the mid 70's when he was involved in road racing while stationed in Germany. He has been involved in the Vaughan Racing team for nearly all of Eric's racing career, building and maintaining engines for the last 10+. He provides the leadership needed for a young team, and helps keep us moving forward every year.

Contact: gerry@petersenmotors.net

Duties: Engine, suspension

Jason Brandt

Jason has been involved with the team for several years, taking on a more key role since the team moved to Late Model in 07. He continues to research and study chassis and suspension, to hone his suspension setup skills for the race car.

Contact: jason@rcctech.net

Duties: Suspension

Jerry Brown

Jerry, owner of Precision Automotive in Normal, IL, has been with the team the past few years. Very knowledgeable in all things automotive and good at getting things done in a pinch. He always does a great job of making sure the little things are done.

Duties: Tires, Fuel