Slingshot Dragsters of the 1960s Photo Archive
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| Rating | : | 4.60 (894 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1583881484 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 128 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-12-17 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
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.. popular culture lover said INSTANT CLASSIC. 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
One of the most popular twin-engine dragsters was the "Fright Train", powered by twin small-block Chevrolets. 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 in the quarter-mile were ranging from the 8-second bracket in the early 60s to the low 7's late in the decade with speeds over 200 mph.In 1970 at the AHRA Nationals at Lion's Dragstrip (Long Beach, CA), Don Garlits experienced a violent clutch explosion that cut his dragster in two and severed a portion of Don's right foot. 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. Th
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
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.. He sells his vintage photos at swap meets, and usually charges about the same price as this book for one or two photos