Derby Builds

Mark, CJ, and Steve get to work on CJ's first derby car. After stripping half the car, an opportunity arises for a stronger build.

Continuing with the build, Mark and Steve plan to get a lot done, but CJ has more entertaining concerns of his own.

Shawn Reece comes to the shop to help Mark and CJ install a simplified wiring harness, hopefully it gives CJ a better chance in the derby. After, Mark and CJ get in some quality time working on the car together.

Mark and CJ set off to install the cage, however Mark makes a hysterical mistake.

Mark faces off in one of the world's oldest battles, Man vs. Tire Machine.

After weeks of waiting, CJ finally gets his hands on the welder. Meanwhile, Mark and Steve take a look at the car's fuel lines.

With two weeks remaining before Bash for Cash, Shawn returns to help the crew finish the car.

After over a year of waiting, CJ finally gets his chance to paint his derby car and see his design come to life.

Having spent years working on CJ's compact, Mark and CJ finally get their chance to run at Bash for Cash. Once arrived and settled in, Shawn Reece discovers an advantageous development.

Mark, CJ, and Steve battle 90+ degree heat to refit the car for a second run at the Iowa State Fair.