Slingshot Dragsters of the 1960s Photo Archive
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| Rating | : | 4.42 (502 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1583881484 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-05-31 |
| Language | : | English |
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He has also authored Drag Racing Funny Cars of the 1960s Photo Archive, Slingshot Dragsters of the 1960s Photo Archive, and co-author of Drag Racing Funny Cars of the 1970s Photo Archive.. Lou Hart has been covering the sport of drag racing for over 30 years. He sells his vintage photos at swap meets, and usually charges about the same price as this book for one or two photos
He sells his vintage photos at swap meets, and usually charges about the same price as this book for one or two photos. About the AuthorLou Hart has been covering the sport of drag racing for over 30 years. He has also authored Drag Racing Funny Cars of the 1960s Photo Archive, Slingshot Dragsters of the 1960s Photo Archive, and co-author of Drag Racing Funny Cars of the 1970s Photo Archive.
S. Slinkard said Good book but Bob Murazez was not 16. A minor point: Bob Muravez was in his early twenties - not 16 as suggested - when he began driving the "Quincy Automotive Special" (later known as the "Freight Train") in 1961.. "INSTANT CLASSIC" according to popular culture lover. If you remember the front-engined dragsters from the Golden Age of Drag Racing, then this book's for you. Tons of great rails and the characters who drove them. My only quibble is that it's too weighted towards the California cars. But even so, this is a must-buy. Historic photos and interesting commentary. You'll be happy to have this one.. Five Stars Anything by Lew Hart is going to be THe Best
In the early 60s, front-engine dragsters, or slingshots, featured tubular built chassis powered by a variety of power plants, consisting of small-block Chevrolets, Chrysler Hemi's, Ford, Pontiac, Cadillac, Oldsmobile, and Lincoln motors either fueled on Nitro Methane or pump gas. One of the most popular twin-engine dragsters was the "Fright Train", powered by twin small-block Chevrolets. to fool his parents who did not approve of his racing. Wheelbases varied from 110 inches in 1962 to over 200 inches in 1969. After being sidelined for several months, Don returned to racing with an innovative rear-engine, top-fuel dragster, which would eventually spell demise for the front-engine dragsters. Near the end of the 60s, the Chrysler Hemi came to dominate Top-fuel racing, as it produced tremendous torque and horsepower. Enjoy memorable moments from some of the famed drivers that are highlighted throughout this book.. Relive the 60s era of the front-engine dragster, nicknamed the slingshot for it's aerodynamic design in crisp high quality color and black and white photos. Elapsed times i