Episode 49 - Powerboat Talk with Gordy Jennings Circle Boat Racer and Engine Builder
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Gordy Jennings: A Legendary Circle Boat Racer and Engine Builder
Gordy Jennings is one of the most decorated circle boat racers in history, particularly noted for his excellence in driving blown boats in the K-boat division. His exceptional skills on the water have earned him numerous accolades and a lasting legacy in the racing community.
Beyond his impressive boat racing career, Jennings is renowned for his expertise in performance engine building. He developed this skill while working alongside his stepfather, Paul Pfaff, at Paul Pfaff Racing Engines. During his tenure at Pfaff, the company became known for creating powerful engines for boats and achieved significant success in various forms of motorsports, including sprint cars and off-road racing.
Today, Jennings serves as a dyno operator for Toyota Racing Development (TRD). He also continues to build high-performance engines for Tom Buckles' Bucks Up Racing K-boat, driven by Cory Ferguson. Jennings has hinted at a secret plan to attempt a K-boat kilo run with one of his best friends and K-boat owner, Mike Stock, adding to the excitement surrounding his ongoing contributions to the sport.
In this episode of Power Boat Talk, Jennings shares insights into his racing background, which began alongside his boyhood friend, Greg Foster. He delves into his rivalry with racer Duff Daily, recounts his experiences driving in the Parker Enduro and Australian B.A.D. boat racing, Offshore Racing, and discusses his horrific crash in 1995 and the lengthy recovery process that followed.
Tune in to Power Boat Talk for an in-depth interview with Gordy Jennings, where he talks about his storied career, his passion for engine building, and his future plans in the world of circle boat racing.
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