By Richard Parks 1) I want to note the recent passing of west coast drag race legend, Buck Kinney. Many may remember Buck's line of "Special" Chevrolets which he raced up and down the west coast beginning in the 1960's and carrying on through the 1990's. A lifelong resident of British Columbia, … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) Hal Canode: Ohio George Montgomery passed away today, after a long illness, RIP George. Mike Dakin: George passed away early this morning, August 24, 2023, pretty sure he was 90. Jim Kerr: Sad to report that Facebook reports that we lost George today. Prayers and cards … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) We lost a good one today. I just got the phone call we never hope to receive. Godspeed Adrian Murray. Services are planned for this Friday 8/18 at the Toby Cemetery in Marble Falls (TX). Arrangements are being handled by Clements-Wilcox Funeral Home. Please confirm the details … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) The debate goes on. Bob Storck raised the issue: "I'm sure that many who appreciate your great words are older and more visually impaired than I. How about making your info more readable and increase line spacing slightly and enlarge your font one size. My email client makes … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) From https://kustomrama.com/wiki/Andy_Brizio. Andy Brizio (1932-1 August 2023) was a prominent figure in the world of hot rodding and a revered icon within the Northern California Hot Rod community. He was affectionately known as "The Godfather" and gained recognition for his … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) Great stuff in your newsletter, as always, but did you forget a link (and a "closed quote") on this bit? "Drag Racing Pioneers or Suicidal Nutjobs? A story on hydrazine racing fuel. This is basically a tribute to the crazy bastards who risked life and limb for that last bit … [Read more...]
Steve Klemetti provides new entries and personal best elapsed times and speeds from 2023 NHRA Seattle, Denver, and Sonoma. New Entries Class Driver Best ET Speed Year Track TAD Bob Button 5.398 263.62 2023 SEATTLE New Personal Best Elapsed … [Read more...]
Steve Klemetti provides new entries and new personal best elapsed times and speeds from 2023 NHRA Epping, Norwalk, and Bristol. New Entries Class Driver Best ET Speed Year Track PMD Ken Quartuccio 5.976 231.60 2023 NORWALK PMD Ken Quartuccio 6.101 219.22 2023 EPPING PRO Eric … [Read more...]
BY Richard Parks 1) Mark Greene at Cars Yeah sent in a list of those being interviewed this week on his podcast; Patrick Kelley (Author), Bob Barber (Painter), Ronald Ahrens (Journalist), and Mitch Scher (DriveDownCars). If you want to be interviewed by Mark or if you simply want to listen to … [Read more...]
By Richard Parks 1) Reeves Callaway; https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a44544414/reeves-callaway-dead-at-75/. Corvette legend Reeves Callaway Dead at 75. Callaway, who founded Callaway Cars, became synonymous with high performance Corvettes. BY CHRIS PERKINS, PUBLISHED in Road & Track … [Read more...]
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