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Take'n a Ride: Speed Week 2010

Buckle up... I'm gonna drive this roadster!

Thanks to Autometer and the Volk family (yes the same Larry Volk who's President of the 200mph Club) I'll be making licensing passes at Speed Week in about 18 days. Think I have the salty nuts to go over 150? In case you haven't read them, catch up on all the Land Speed Racing stories here. Or get started with what Bonneville's all about from Grease Girl's, How to Set a Record at Bonneville.

Last Chance: Looking for engine ID help in the 13 Best Hot Rod Engines story, so check that out. There's a free t-shirt in it if that's your car!

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1960 Starliner Part 2 - It's Custom and Evil

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Flatheads, Blown & Bad and "Hell no I ain't a small block Chevy" represented. Vote for your favorite. Read More...

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If you are a gear head or for that matter a hot rod enthusiast or just an owner of one, a swap meet is like rodders Christmas for a day. Read More...

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Capitola,CA is well known for it’s grub huts like Pizza My Heart and El Toro Bravo. And in recent years the Capitola Rod and Custom Classic. Read More...

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