On Saturday, December 11, at the PRI Show in Indianapolis, the Engine Rebuilders Education Foundation (EREF) gave away a 540 CID Big Block Chevy engine. With thousands of tickets being sold pre-show and almost the same amount sold during the show, the ticket tumbler was very full and one winner was chosen. The lucky winning ticket – ticket number 5930 – belonged to Mr. Brian Utt from the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area.
Brian was very excited to win this engine and stated that every year he buys tickets for the engine raffle and dreams about winning the engine. Well, this year the dream came true. What is his plan for this engine, you ask… well, Brian explained that they have some options for the engine but one thought that came to mind right away was putting the engine in a Corvette that they are currently working on and rebuilding for road racing. Brian will keep us updated on how the project goes.
Read about the engine build in Engine Professional magazine:
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4
AERA and EREF would like to thank everyone who participated in the engine giveaway this year. All proceeds generated from the giveaway will fund grants and scholarships to assist those who desire training in the field of engine building and rebuilding.