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Pit crew power rankings for the Chase
By PitTalks.com | Published: September 12, 2016 17
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This year's Chase grid is loaded with talented pit crews. Take a look and see how PitTalks.com ranks the top 16.
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16. No. 34 team of Chris Buescher
This crew has gotten no attention this year. It's not the team's fault at all -- in order to get noticed you have to run up front. Now is the team's chance.3 of 17
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15. No. 14 team of Tony Stewart
I think this team is as good as the driver right now -- it can step up when needed, but is average on a race-to-race basis.4 of 17
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14. No. 4 team of Kevin Harvick
Those who following racing are probably well aware of this team's situation. Bright spot: Changes made before Richmond paid off big time.5 of 17
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13. No. 3 team of Austin Dillon
We don't get to see this crew very much, but the team replaced the front tire carrier a few weeks ago. It needs to find consistency.6 of 17
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12. No. 24 team of Chase Elliott
This team rises to the occasion when necessary. Two weeks ago, the crew members put their driver in a position to win. If the HMS crew runs up front again during the Chase, the crew will be ready.7 of 17
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11. No. 48 team of Jimmie Johnson
A month ago, this team lost its front tire changer. Although the team continues to be quick, it seems the group has lost some overall speed.8 of 17
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10. No. 78 team of Martin Truex Jr.
This Furniture Row Racing single-car team started the season with some dust to shake, but has found its rhythm -- largely due to that Darlington dominance.9 of 17
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9. No. 20 team of Matt Kenseth
Injuries have been the theme for this Joe Gibbs Racing team. For example, both front tire changers and the jackman have sat on the sidelines because of injuries.10 of 17
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8. No. 42 team of Kyle Larson
After making some offseason changes, the Chip Ganassi team has seen the benefits with its first victory and Chase berth. This is the surprise team of the year.11 of 17
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7. No. 1 team of Jamie McMurray
This crew is secretly very, very good. It is winless this year, but that shouldn't keep it from being recognized as a top team.12 of 17
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6. No. 22 team of Joey Logano
This has been a top-three crew throughout the year, but it has struggled the last two weeks. Don't sleep on this team, however.13 of 17
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5. No. 18 team of Kyle Busch
This crew has continually gotten better each week and has moved up from a top-10 team to a top-five team.14 of 17
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4. No. 2 team of Brad Keselowski
Last year, before the Chase opener, changes were made to this Team Penske crew and now it's ready for the Chase with the same group. This is a solid pit crew with good speed.15 of 17
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3. No. 41 team of Kurt Busch
This team seems to be on a hot streak lately, following a great Richmond race. It has ascended from a top-five team to a top-three team.16 of 17
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2. No. 19 team of Carl Edwards
On a yearly ranking, this crew would be No. 1. As of late, however, it seems to be losing some traction to the other JGR teams.17 of 17
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1. No. 11 team of Denny Hamlin
The No. 11 team has had its struggles this year, but it has been strong lately. This is the No. 1 crew heading into the Chase.Visit PitTalks.com for more pit crew news.