Kevin Harvick Clinches Chase Spot, Crew Chief Gil Martin Wins MOOG ‘Problem Solver’ Honors At Atlanta – UnderhoodService

Kevin Harvick Clinches Chase Spot, Crew Chief Gil Martin Wins MOOG ‘Problem Solver’ Honors At Atlanta

Kevin Harvick became one of six drivers to clinch a top-10 position in the season-ending Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup and his crew chief, Gil Martin, was named Federal-Mogul's MOOG Steering and Suspension "Problem Solver of the Race" following Sunday night's AdvoCare 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Harvick and Martin overcame tight handling to pick up 21 positions and finish ninth on the 1.5-mile oval.

Kevin Harvick became one of six drivers to clinch a top-10 position in the season-ending Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup and his crew chief, Gil Martin, was named Federal-Mogul’s  MOOG Steering and Suspension “Problem Solver of the Race” following Sunday night’s AdvoCare 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Harvick and Martin overcame tight handling to pick up 21 positions and finish ninth on the 1.5-mile oval.

The MOOG Problem Solver of the Race Award is presented to the crew chief whose car posts the greatest second-half improvement in average lap time while finishing on the lead lap. Harvick and Martin’s MOOG-equipped No. 29 Jimmy John’s Chevrolet SS was best in class in Atlanta, with a 0.071-second improvement.

Martin’s second 2013 weekly MOOG Problem Solver award moves him into a four-way tie for second place in the race for the $100,000 MOOG “Problem Solver of the Year” Award. Leading the MOOG year-end standings with three weekly Problem Solver wins are Todd Gordon, crew chief for Joey Logano (No. 22 Ford), and Ryan Newman (No. 39 Chevrolet) crew chief Matt Borland. Joining Martin in second place are crew chiefs Kevin Manion (Jamie McMurray, No. 1 Chevrolet), Steve Letarte (Dale Earnhardt Jr., No. 88 Chevrolet) and Paul Wolfe (Brad Keselowski, No. 2 Ford). A total of 17 different crew chiefs have claimed the MOOG brand’s weekly award this year.

“The Problem Solver of the Year battle always seems to come down to the last race in Homestead (Fla.), and it’s looking like a wide open field again this year,” said Federal-Mogul Motorsports Director Tim Nelson. “We’ve had 17 different weekly MOOG winners in 25 races and yet it’s still possible that someone else could get hot with three or four wins over the next 11 events to take home the $100,000 check and MOOG trophy.”

Martin certainly earned his award at Atlanta, as he and Harvick battled tight handling throughout the 325-lap race. Thanks to an extensive series of chassis adjustments, however, the 29 car, which started 30th, ran all but 17 laps in the top 15. The team’s 13th top-10 finish secured Harvick’s Chase spot and moved him up one position, to third, in Sprint Cup points.
 
For more information regarding MOOG products, visit the brand’s technician-focused www.moogproblemsolver.com website or contact your MOOG supplier. Like MOOG on Facebook at www.facebook.com/moogproblemsolver. To identify the right MOOG part for virtually any application, use the convenient, free www.FMe-cat.com electronic catalog.

You May Also Like

HVAC Sensors: More Than Just Temperature

When a driver sets a temperature in the control head of an HVAC system, what does it mean to the vehicle? Seventy-two degrees could mean many different settings depending on the outside temperature, humidity and even the position of the sun.

When a driver sets a temperature in the control head of an HVAC system, what does it mean to the vehicle? Seventy-two degrees could mean many different settings depending on the outside temperature, humidity and even the position of the sun.

When a passenger decides that 70 degrees is a better temperature for their zone, things get even more complicated. Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) systems require a complex array of internal and external sensors that include ambient air temperature sensors, interior temperature sensors, outlet duct and evaporator temperature sensors, pressure sensors, humidity sensors, blend door position sensors and sunload sensors.

Nearly 5,000 To Participate In Auto Value, Bumper To Bumper ‘Festive Walk’ To AAPEX 2018

On Thursday, Nov. 1, nearly 5,000 Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper automotive professionals wearing matching yellow shirts will begin their “festive walk” from the Mirage hotel to AAPEX 2018 at the Sands Expo, temporarily shutting down the busy Las Vegas Boulevard along the way.

Drive Belt Checklist: What Are You Missing?

You might have only one chance to sell a customer a new serpentine belt. With belts lasting roughly 90,000 miles, proper inspection at the time of failure is critical not only for selling the belt, but also for ensuring add-on sales and better customer satisfaction.

VIDEO: Using Airflow To Sell Cabin Air Filters

Andrew Markel introduces an inexpensive tool that can assist in selling cabin air filter replacements. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.

airflow-selling-cabin-air-filter-video-featured
Air Conditioning Odor Causes

Air conditioning odors typically result from the uncontrolled growth of bacteria and other microorganisms in the evaporator. Research by independent laboratories has found fungi such as Aspergillus, Cladesporium, Penicillium and others growing on cooling coils and other A/C system areas.

ac air conditioning smells featured

Other Posts

Climate Control Modules

HVAC control modules may fail when the contacts and switches become inoperable. Sponsored by The Group Training Academy.

Dorman Launches 300+ New Products In November

Among the new products is an OE FIX climate control module designed to fit 1.7M Chevrolet Express & GMC Savana vehicles.

Curing Springtime Air Conditioning Smells

Air conditioning scents can come from a host of things.

VIDEO: R1234yf A/C Update

Andrew Markel answers questions about the new refrigerant, R1234yf. Sponsored by MAHLE.