Jerry Verheul (1938-1988) racing crew chief.
Jerry started his career in the 1960's. In the 1970's he was crewchief
for Frank Hall's Fuel Dragster, "Green Elephant"; winning a World Championship.
During the 1980's Jerry turned his attention to Unlimited Hydroplane boat racing;
his engine designs created another series of wins. His contributions during the
turbine changeover included prop changes and development of safe driver capsules.
Just before he died of cancer, Jerry returned to drag racing to work on a turbocharged
fuel hemi dragster. In 2002 Jerry Verheul was inducted into the International
Drag Racing Hall of Fame. His contributions to design and driver safety have saved
many dirvers' lives.
