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THE LEGENDARY JERRY KUGAL discusses building the first 300 MPH door slammer, setting a world record in 1968 in the Autolite Lead Wedge electric racecar and building a Muroc Roadster that drove to the Bonneville Salt flats then raced over 200MPH!
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What ignites a lifelong passion for speed? Let's journey back to the late 1950s and early 1960s, where a 1940 Ford coupe sparked an unquenchable thirst for racing. From joining the Roadrunner's Car Club to the electrifying moment of witnessing Mickey Thompson's streamliner at Bonneville in 1959, we explore the early days of land speed racing. Hear about the camaraderie and the challenges faced during those formative years, racing at the lakes and then moving on to the Bonneville Salt Flats.
Ever wondered what it takes to build a high-powered engine that can break records? In this episode, we recount the thrilling experience of creating a "Frankenstein" engine in 1967, with invaluable help from Ack Miller and Art Chrisman. Discover how a homemade fuel injection system and meticulous tweaking led to an impressive 466 horsepower, ultimately resulting in a record-setting run at Bonneville. The story doesn't stop there; we delve into the late 60s and early 70s, recounting the achievements with a 29' Roadster and a Pontiac Trans Am that became the first door slammer to break a record over 300 MPH!
But land speed racing is more than just the pursuit of records; it's about innovation and community. We discuss transitioning into custom car production, detailing the creation of unique metal-bodied cars inspired by 1932 Roadsters. Learn how a thriving component shop evolved into building the sought after Muroc Roadsters that led to building a street legal race car that drove to Bonneville and then raced over 200 MPH there. This episode is a tribute to the legacy, innovation, and community spirit that define the exhilarating world of land speed racing. Join us for a celebration of speed, passion, and the bonds formed on the track.
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1. THE LEGENDARY JERRY KUGAL discusses building the first 300 MPH door slammer, setting a world record in 1968 in the Autolite Lead Wedge electric racecar and building a Muroc Roadster that drove to the Bonneville Salt flats then raced over 200MPH! (00:00:00)
2. Land Speed Racing (00:00:01)
3. Building and Racing High-Powered Engines (00:08:36)
4. Land Speed Records in the 60s (00:22:55)
5. Expanding Car Production and Racing (00:30:17)
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