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David and Buddy were inducted into the International Drag Racing Hall of Fame last night. Bobby Bennett from Competition Plus did a superb job introducing him. The pictures of the program with their career information do more justice to them than a quick Facebook write-up can, so please see those pictures. In their early 20’s they started their drag racing engine business, which David still runs 55 years later (started in 1971, incorporated in 1972). They accomplished extraordinary things comparatively early in life and weathered tremendous losses. He and Buddy lost their driver and dear friend, Lee Shepherd, in a racing accident in 1985. Then the world lost Buddy Morrison, David’s dear friend and business partner, in 1998 to cancer. The legacy three friends started in 1971 has been his to carry and continue to build without either of the other founders since 1998. David and Buddy were also blessed to work with Bruce Allen who won an IHRA World Championship and many races and is a Reher-Morrison part owner who continues to work hard for customers to this day Both David and Bobby Bennett took time last night to honor Bruce’s accomplishments. The incredible legacies of David, Buddy, Lee, and Bruce are wonderfully intertwined. What is frequently said about them is variations of “they did it right.” They put teamwork and integrity first. All four men have a tremendous work ethic. They lived for the challenge of using their minds (and Lee’s and Bruce’s skills as drivers) to push the envelope for horsepower, speed, and elapsed time in whatever category their car or customer’s car competes in. Reher-Morrison has built engines for any setting people want an internal combustion engine to go exceptionally fast, especially in a straight line: drag strips, water, sand dunes, salt flats, and truck pulls to name a few. They have literally helped people around the world (customers in around 15 countries with Malta as a recent addition) to live their dreams. Last night was a once in a lifetime event. Thanks to Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing Inc. for the superb job they did It was a privilege to be stopped and told that RMS Racing helped a now grown man get through the time his mother was dying of cancer during his childhood. “Hero” and “inspiration” are words thrown around too often, but these men have been both to many people. We hope David lets himself absorb even 1% of the love and respect people have for him. As his daughter, I can attest that David cares deeply about his employees and customers. Credit should also be given Linda Cooper, who has worked behind the scenes as part owner for decades to help the business thrive. Reher-Morrison is proud to continue to put customers first and build dreams. Thank you all who have been fans and customers through the decades. We appreciate you deeply.

We will get great professional photos but don’t have them yet, so here’s what an iPhone camera can do with bad lighting. 😅

Image Descriptions: David, his wife Beverly, and his daughter Laura in front of an “International Drag Racing Hall of Fame” backdrop; David accepting his trophy from Bobby Bennett; David with all inductees; his trophy; his ring; a write-up of his career, and a write-up Buddy Morrison’s career. We apologize that we don’t have the full text of those for screen reader users. Highlights include 4 NHRA World Championships, 3 IHRA World Championships, 30 years of pro stock racing, and a 55 year career for David.

David and Buddy are being inducted into the International Drag Racing Hall of Fame tonight. Buddy and Lee are on our hearts and minds, as always If you want to watch the livestream, here’s the link. The ceremony starts at 8:00 Eastern. We will post pics and clips later.

ETA: David and Buddy are the fifth inductees on the program tonight, immediately after Steve Boggs.

International Drag Racing Hall of Fame Induction 2026 | Drag Racing The Competition Plus TV stream of the 2026 International Drag Racing Hall of Fame Induction dinner and ceremony from Gainesville, Florida.

Tech Talk # 24

Tech Talk #24 – Panning for Power By David Reher, Reher-Morrison Racing Engines There seems to be some confusion about the true purpose of the lubrication system in a racing engine. The primary purpose of the oiling system is to lu…

We are pleased to share that the 2026 International Drag Racing Hall of Fame Ceremony will be held on March 5th, at 8pm, at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center in Gainesville. Reception beings at 5:30pm, Dinner starts at 6:45pm. Tickets are now available if you would like to attend. Please call the museum to get your ticket.

Way to go Ty !!! We are honored to have you as a part of the Reher-Morrison team!

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Tech Talk #23 – Subtitle: The Age of Specialization By David Reher, Reher-Morrison Racing Engines “I am convinced that the two most misunderstood words in engine building are ‘bolt on’.” According to my sister, a veterinarian, all dogs are descended…

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Tech Talk #22 – The Importance of Gas Ports By David Reher, Reher-Morrison Racing Engines As Reher-Morrison Racing Engines has evolved over the years, I have seen the differences between Pro Stock and high-horsepower sportsman engines become…

Tech Talk #21

Tech Talk #21 – Dry Sump Oiling: How to Tame the Hurricane in your Engine By David Reher, Reher-Morrison Racing Engines Economists and stock market analysts look to leading indicators to divine the future, but I have discovered a more accurate way to predict what will ha…

Congratulations to Doug Riesterer on his Xtreme Outlaw Iron Man Pro Mod WIN with Reher-Morrison POWER!!! Way to go Doug!!!

Congratulations to Stephen & Peggy McNabb on their WIN at Montgomery Int'l Dragway with Reher-Morrison POWER!

Congratulations to AJ Dean! He was runner-up at the Southern 8 No Time Nationals with his Reher-Morrison NOS 632 engine!
Great Job!!