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Bonneville Speed Week, Aug 11-17, 2012, Slant to compete
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Author:  Dart270 [ Mon Jul 30, 2012 11:13 am ]
Post subject:  Bonneville Speed Week, Aug 11-17, 2012, Slant to compete
Slanted speed freaks,

Folks might be interested that there will be a Slant Six-powered attempt for a Bonneville Land Speed Record during Speed Week. Bob Dally of Seattle will be campaigning a 1966 Barracuda with 170 power in F Classic Production (FCPRO). FCPRO is for 1949 - 1981 cars, naturally aspirated, gasoline, no aero mods... This is an open record slot, and 2 other competitors are reportedly showing up to go for it also.

I have always wanted to go to Bonneville, and decided this would be the year to check it out. I'll be driving my 68 Dart across to the Woodburn, OR Slant 6 race on Aug 11-12, then joining Bob's crew at Bonneville on Monday the 13th. I will most likely leave the Salt Thurs morning the 16th.

Anyone else want to join us????

Cheers,

Lou
Author:  sandy in BC [ Mon Jul 30, 2012 11:37 am ]
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I want to....but I have a crucial race date Aug 11-12....then tow home.
Author:  GTS225 [ Mon Jul 30, 2012 6:07 pm ]
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I'd love to, but it's out of the question for now. One of those trips on my bucket list.

Lou, you will be taking your still and video equipment with you, right?

Roger
Author:  Joshie225 [ Mon Jul 30, 2012 7:19 pm ]
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That's the car I started building BTW. I don't have many details on what's happened with the car, but I'm wishing Bob the best of luck.
Author:  Fopar [ Mon Jul 30, 2012 9:32 pm ]
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Josh if he is anywhere near the kind of motor head as you it will do great.

Richard
Author:  Dart270 [ Tue Jul 31, 2012 4:35 am ]
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I will try to take some photos yes, and I'm sure Bob and co will.

Bob is an admitted newbie to auto racing, but is diving in with both hands, feet, etc, and getting lots of help from knowledgable shops and individuals.

Josh, yes, he is doing right by your project. If you don't mind, might I ask you a few questions for Bob about the engine?

Cheers,

Lou
Author:  Romeo Furio [ Tue Jul 31, 2012 5:54 am ]
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Lou your gonna love it,, It is something to be seen and felt. When you hit the salt you will think you are on the surface of the Moon.Words cannot describe,,You gotta see it....
Author:  MotoGrey [ Tue Jul 31, 2012 6:26 am ]
Post subject:  glad it's still happening
Terribly sorry to hear that you would not be able to compete the Bonneville Barracuda, Josh. I am glad that you found somene to do it instead. Hoping everything works out for the best for you and yours. Thank you for your contributions to us here in the Slant Six world.
Sincerely, Ray Taylor.
Author:  slantzilla [ Tue Jul 31, 2012 8:17 am ]
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Enjoy Lou! :D
Author:  GTS225 [ Tue Jul 31, 2012 3:59 pm ]
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BTW, Lou.....on a personal note, I've heard you should not wear shorts at Bonneville. Certain.....ummmm.... parts of the body that don't normally see sunlight will get a sunburn due to reflection off the salt.
Drink lots of water, and carry strong sunscreen. A large-brimmed hat might also be advisable.

Roger
Author:  Dart270 [ Wed Aug 01, 2012 4:36 am ]
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That is pretty personal, Roger, but appreciated.

Lou
Author:  sandy in BC [ Wed Aug 01, 2012 7:23 am ]
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.....large brimmed hat.....

Im not sure how one would do that without garnering a lot of attention.
Author:  sandy in BC [ Fri Aug 03, 2012 4:32 am ]
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Update......no race that week.

Just might do it.......
Author:  Dart270 [ Fri Aug 03, 2012 5:16 am ]
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You bring the large brimmed hats, and we'll walk the salt with confidence, shorts and all.

Let's do it.

Lou
Author:  sixinthehead [ Fri Aug 03, 2012 4:33 pm ]
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Hey, it worked for Yer Ol' Dad for all those years!
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