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Yes, the headlights illuminate (poorly, I'm guessing), the horn blows, the roof rack is functional, it has a back seat, a tow hitch,...
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And a license plate.
Along with a pair of chutes.
It does 190.
Then they change the tires, hook up the trailer, and drive to the next track.
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Post by BlackBart »

I will bid $35,000 for this 240 on BaT.

“...mystery-racer heads “

Note exhaust dumping out of the LF bumper.

Room in the back for baby seats!
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Post by foggydogg »

BlackBart wrote: 17 Jan 2022, 09:43 I will bid $35,000 for this 240 on BaT.

“...mystery-racer heads “

Note exhaust dumping out of the LF bumper.

Room in the back for baby seats!
I'm guessing the Sage Swedes involved don't want anybody to know who did the head work, even if they can figure out the manufacturer. Keep in mind, they raced at five tracks over a week. Had to carry everything with them - either in the car and packed in the trailer, or, in the instant case here, strapped to the roof.
Exhaust manifolds are mounted 'backwards' to make plumbing the turbo easier.
They plan on running in the six second range next year. Last year a guy ran a 5.99 at 250. Then drove home.
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Drag week is a beast of work by man and machine. Typically there are 1000 miles of highway travel, no support vehicles allowed, five drag race events at five different tracks. You can pull a trailer. Primary sponsor is Hot Rod Magazine. Check their web site for more information.
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Post by BlackBart »

Those are great rules, I like that!
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