Track Side ToolBox Tour // Formula Drift / Taylor Hull

Experience the Track Side Toolbox Tour with Formula Drift Driver Taylor Hull

Get ready to step behind the scenes with Taylor Hull, the powerhouse driver of the Comp Cams Corvette, proudly rolling on Konig Wheels. Taylor takes you on an exclusive tour under the canopy, where precision meets performance. This is more than just a pit stop—it’s a masterclass in what it takes to stay ahead in the high-stakes world of Formula Drift.

Elevate Your Game: The Ultimate Pit Setup

Taylor invites you into a moment of transformation. The team is in the midst of upgrading their trailer setup, spares, and storage, pushing the boundaries of efficiency and performance. With every component laid out, it’s clear: this isn’t just about racing—it’s about mastering the art of preparation. From wires and valves to control arms and coilovers, each spare part is meticulously organized, ensuring that everything is within arm’s reach when it counts.

The Power of Spares: Ready for Anything

In the world of Formula Drift, unpredictability is the only certainty. Taylor’s team embodies this truth with a strategy built on redundancy and resilience. A spare transmission is being swapped back in after a successful rebuild, exemplifying the team’s commitment to keeping their machine in peak condition. It’s not just about having spares; it’s about having the right spares—like the quick-change rear differential and a stockpile of Konig Wheels and tires, ready to take on the rigors of the track.

Precision Tools for Precision Racing

The heart of the operation lies in the meticulously organized pit box. Every tool has its place, from screwdrivers and wrenches to sockets and catch-all drawers. In the heat of competition, there’s no time to waste, and this mobile workshop ensures that Taylor’s team is always prepared. Whether it’s a routine adjustment or a race-saving repair, the tools are ready, and the team knows exactly where to find them.

Fueled by Power: The Heart of the Beast

Taking a closer look at the car itself, Taylor reveals the power that propels his Corvette—an 1100-horsepower monster equipped with a Magnuson TVS2650 LS3/LSA supercharger. This isn’t just an engine; it’s a testament to engineering excellence, with every part upgraded for strength and durability. From titanium valves to a completely aftermarket build, this car is designed to dominate the track. And of course, it rolls on Konig Wheels, ensuring that all that power translates to precision and performance on the tarmac.

Konig Wheels: The Foundation of Performance

Taylor’s Corvette features a unique wheel setup, tailored for optimal performance. With a Heliogram 18×8.5 setup in the front and 18×10.5 in the back, these wheels are more than just functional—they’re a key part of the team’s strategy. The decision to convert the rear to a 5×114.3 bolt pattern speaks to the importance of versatility and consistency. With this setup, the team can quickly adapt to any situation, ensuring they’re always ready to race.

The Road Ahead: Bigger, Better, Faster

As Taylor wraps up the tour, he teases the next evolution in their setup. With a new trailer on the horizon, the team is gearing up for even greater efficiency and organization. It’s a continuous journey of improvement, a relentless pursuit of perfection that mirrors the spirit of Formula Drift itself.

Stay tuned for more insights and behind-the-scenes access as Taylor Hull and his team continue to push the limits of what’s possible on the track. Follow Taylor on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube to keep up with their journey and witness firsthand the power and performance of Konig Wheels in action.

If you’re needing support to find the right setup to fit your car, we’re here to help. Feel free to contact our fit specialist or locate your nearest Konig dealer for support. Either way, we’ve got you covered.

Behind The Wheel Podcast: – Wheel Wednesday – DIAL-IN FOR ’21! FT. TAYLOR HULL (FD PRO DRIVER)

Dialed-in and ready to hit the track!!! In this week’s #wheelwednesday podcast, Scott (Konig Wheels, Vice President) and Jared (Konig Wheels, Marketing Coordinator) are joined Formula Drift Pro driver,Taylor Hull and get into his 2021 schedule, what’s new with the Comp Cams Cadillac ATS-V, all things drift and so much more!

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Taylor Hull wins round 2 of the $100,000 shootout!

Taylor Hull wins round 2 of the $100,000 shootout by Klutch Kickers

March 7th, 2020 

Taylor Hull, his wife and spotter Tamarah Hull, and crew chief for the weekend J J Alfano unloaded the freshly wrapped Cadillac ATS-V in Holt, FL. The track is called Emerald Coast Dragway, but Klutch Kickers took it upon themselves to build a track next to the strip specifically designed for drifting. The track is small, tight, and technical; perfect for equalizing the power advantage that Taylor and several other competitors may have had.

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Saturday practice went well, but was not without issue completely. The team had a blower belt failure but quickly changed it out and was back on track. Achilles tire smoke filled the air with every lap Hull made with the vehicle. He was interviewed after practice stating “We made alot of changes over the offseason with suspension geometry that helped put a ton of speed in the car we were lacking before. It really helps us, especially in chase to be able to surge up on other cars and keep a very tight tandem. Cory Cox designed and built us a brand new pair of custom overfenders and Patrick at ERA tees wrapped it in this tribute livery. I’m excited to see how this event goes for us!” Later Saturday evening, Taylor would qualify with a score of 80, giving him a bye into top 32, but with a final standing of 13th. That result would mean he would have to chase first on every battle past top 32.

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The car was prepped Sunday Morning with a oil change courtesy of Liqui Moly and a few changes for increased grip on the Yellowspeed coilovers and then Sunday practice went flawlessly. Taylor got through his top 32 battle cleanly and moved on to top 16 opening ceremonies. 

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Taylor was welcomed by the crowd at introduction and tipped his black cowboy hat to them before preparing for battle. His top 16 battle was arguably his toughest. It was against fellow Formula Drift pro driver and winner of Klutch Kickers round 1, Alec Hohnadell. Taylor chased first and was very close to Alec through the course. Hull would lead next and on the second run, the pair made heavy contact coming into the first touch and go. Fortunately, both cars were able to continue in drift and finish the battle. The judges awarded the victory to Hull. Upon arrival to the pit, Taylor, JJ, and most of Ethan Parnell’s crew went to work to repair the Cadillac and prepare it once more for battle. 

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Taylor would face Nick Castleberry in the great 8. The pair had battled once before at Emerald Coast back in December. Again, after a close battle Taylor would move on. For the final four, Taylor would be against one of his good friends and long time competitor Kevin Lawerence. They know each other well from competing in the Pro series of Formula Drift. Kevin would lead first, but cold tires would lead to a spin on his lead, giving a huge advantage to Hull. Taylor put a solid lead on display next that Kevin followed closely with Taylor being declared the victor.

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The finals would be Taylor Hull against Nick Noback who recently purchased a pro level vehicle from recently retired Alex Heilbrunn. The pair would have a very close battle that the judges took some time to dissect. In the end Taylor Hull was announced to the crowd as the winner. He stood on the roof of the Cadillac, fist pumping in elation to applause of the crowd. He was interviewed following the announcement. “This is amazing! To have the opportunity to come and compete for $10,000 is unprecedented, and to go the gauntlet of awesome drivers that we just did…It feels so great. Every one of the battles was tough, but our Cadillac worked great, it was fast, and I pushed as hard as I could! And to win with the new livery on the car as a tribute to Dale Earnhardt, man that’s cool. We’re going to keep this momentum rolling this year, it’s going to be a great one!

Taylor Hull Win

Taylor will be competing again with Klutch Kickers April 25-26 then at Road Atlanta for Formula Drift May 8-9. He would like to thank the fans, his crew and all his partners for their support.

Taylor is running Konig Dekagram in 18×8.5″ et 35mm front and 18×10.5″ et 18mm rear. The Konig Dekagram is Flow Formed.