CREW PROFILE: Phil Moran
In the NASCAR world, a crew member is the backbone of any team that helps a driver achieve success on the track. Often times the person leading the way behind the scenes is the crew chief. In the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, the crew chief is the person that works tirelessly behind the scenes to help his driver and team become winners.
This week’s profile features Phil Moran, crew chief of the No. 98 Mohawk Northeast/Original Pizza Logs Chevrolet driven by Erick Rudolph.
Name: Phil Moran
Age: 51
Birthdate: March 13, 1959
Hometown: Preston, Conn.
Name and age of children: Lauren, 20
Team: HBR Motorsports
Driver: Erick Rudolph
Shop Job: Crew Chief, Mechanic
At-track job: Crew Chief
Full-time occupation: Race car fabricator and mechanic
Racing background: I got involved when I was 12 years old living next to Art Barry. I got started with him full-time when I was 25 years old.
Most memorable moment in racing: Winning the last Modified race at Nazareth and the 2003 championship with Todd Szegedy
Other interests or hobbies: RC helicopters
What would people be surprised to learn about you: I’m really a nice guy!
Favorite kind of music: Soft rock
Favorite movie: Days of Thunder
Favorite food: Burgers
Person you most admire: Art Barry
Personal vehicle: 2008 Toyota Camry