The Firecracker 40 - '32-'34...The Finals!
Saturday, July 2nd, 2016The original thread is located here...
http://www.redlinederby.com/topic/32-34-ford-hot-rod-raceall-using-a-common-frame/2771
I really have to credit Smitty for the inspiration for this race...he and I have tossed around this idea for a couple years now. And I think the time is right for it.
The concept is pretty straightforward. You can use one of two frames...the Dumpin' A/'32 Ford Pickup frame or the '34 Ford Frame...and one of about 8-10 '32-'34 bodies (I'll list them below) to build your cars. This race will begin as the Bare Muscle 3 race ends over the Fourth of July weekend, so the 'Summer Nationals' will also take place, combining the two series.
Rules & Restrictions
- Weight 57 gram max
- Size restrictions; 3" long, orange track wide
- Cars per entrant 2 cars per entrant max
- Cars must use a 32 Ford pickup/Dumpin' A chassis or a '34 Ford Chassis and one of these bodies:
dumpin A, '32 delivery, '32 3 window, duece roadster, street rodder, mid mill, midnight otto, '32 pick up, '32 5 window, '32 vicky, '32 vicky, demon, way 2 fast,
'34 3 window, '34 convertible, '34 delivery [small], '34 sedan, '34 delivery [big], '34 roadster [small], '34 5 window, sooo fast,
'34 dodge humpback panel,
- Wheel limitations, requirements Fte's allowed
- Must be drilled rivets
- Dry lubes only
- Misc requirements, one per line
Prizes
TBD I'm sure Smitty and I can come up with some prize cars for this
How to enter
Post a pic of your car in this thread or jyst send them in
Shipping fees...please try to include return shipping unless you would like your car to go onto the prize pile
Where to send your cars
Chris Raab
9 Sherman Ridge Road
Sussex, NJ 07461
Don't forget to print an ID card with your entry
Entry deadline
July 1st, 2016
Scoring and Winning
As of right now, thus is a one-shot race, but if people are interested in hosting, it can turn into a series
Penalties
I will enforce the Traction Event Rule...if your car is over 3 grams overweight, it will be painted pink, raced, but not counted
Tracks & Dates
As of now, it is a one-shot race, but if people would like to host, it can be turn into a series
Series tracks- July 2nd - NJ - 72 Chevy C10
- July 9th - ME - Fordman
- July 16th, KS - Wizardof Oz
- July 23rd, NJ - 72 Chevy C10
- Date, State - Host username
Winners and Results
TBD. Mention the winner, the final results and include a picture of the winning car if available.
Discussion
Here's a picture of it atop a Jenga block:
Yup, that's a Bugatti on a Jenga block :)
This race is for classic American Hot Rods...a Bugatti, though it has similar styling to a '33-'34 Ford...dramatic lines and flowing fenders...a Bugatti was a European, rich man's toy. They were an exotic car, even in the '30's.
American Hot Rodders...mostly GIs returning after WWII, took the very simple, Model A Fords that were build before the war and they went racing. That's what this race is about...working with a simple platform, the cars from '32-'34 listed above, and putting them all on similar chassis to keep things fair...and going racing. The cars listed above are cool cars and there are lots of them out there.
Can the Paddy Wagon body be used?
- Paddy Wagon is an earlier Ford...around 1918, I think. Sorry, just the bodies and chassis listed above :) — 72_Chevy_C10
- 1912... — fordman
Also bumping this one to the top!
This will be a fun race as well! The common chassis will make for good, close racing...and the bodies available will make for some cool looking cars rolling down the track!
3 to get 2 hot rods for the "Firecracker 40" ...
Midnite Otto ;
Nutha One ;
I've had this Maisto hot rod around for a while...it came with a cool COE hauler. The scale of the car is a little too big to race with, but the engine is about the right size.
http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20160412_191304_zpssbzyvlke.jpg
The engine is held in with a screw, so I took it out and it is in two pieces (3, counting the pipes). So, I'll be molding these up if anyone is in need of a cool 3x2 carb setup!
http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w407/critterwerks/20160412_191356_zpsh8ydsxpo.jpg
- yes sir on the 3 duece moulding... — fordman
- I'll get you some, Smitty...I think it is a "Speed King" manifold! :) — 72_Chevy_C10
Oh, and Smitty said that he would like to run these cars, so this is no longer a single race.
If anyone else would like to host, let me know :)
JULY 2nd race ;
i'll be using a Sloppy Starter, a long shallow pitch, [no transfer], with only [8] 20" Expert Racers track sections running through a MICRO-WIZZARD timing system...
may try my flip video recorder...
if so, it may only be the finals as i don't know how to run the electronic stuff...
I haven't been very good about promoting this race...the Bare Muscle Race has had my attention. I'm pretty sure I can get some cars together for this race and I know Smitty's cars are ready...and I think Voxxer will be running.
Anyone else planning on running in this one?
- let me dig through the parts bin... I'm sure I have a few chassis... — Traction-Event
- Nope — MoHasAFastCar
Son don't ya know your gonna drive me from drinking,
if ya keep on racing those HOT ROD "hot wheels"... go c10 go !
I'm building a ride for this race.
The '37 Bugatti is 3 inches long after I tore off the front bumper and spare tire. Could this be entered for the race?