sid wrote:just form a queue behind me
btw how does one get on the drivers list?..
Sid.
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i bagsyed first!!!
is it going to be run on any strips at all?...
probly a daft question but for me a cars a car and should be run...
Sid... (ducking for cover)
just form a queue behind me
[/quote]i bagsyed first!!!
is it going to be run on any strips at all?...
probly a daft question but for me a cars a car and should be run...
Sid... (ducking for cover)
As far as I know it's just for Cackling but I don't see why it couldn't do a few smoky demo runs, they may need to replace those 50 year old piecrusts 
sid wrote: is it going to be run on any strips at all?...I understand what you're saying Sid and In general I agree but I think in this case the car is way to valuable and important to risk running.
probly a daft question but for me a cars a car and should be run...
Sid... (ducking for cover)[/
ukdrn wrote: I understand what you're saying Sid and In general I agree but I think in this case the car is way to valuable and important to risk running.to me thats a strange one but if thats the way it is its a shame..
i wouldnt expect it to be run flatout but would love to see it on the strip..and youde have to be a right plumb to crash it...
Sid..
I see that Brian Taylor has joined the forum tonight so maybe he can give us the cars full plans.
Hi all
I thought I would try and update everyone concerning the Allard Chrysler dragster restoration project and clarify a few points. I tried last night but lost the text in the website technology somehow. First of all we need to remember that the car is owned by the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu and not the ACAG and so we are limited as far as what we may or may not do with it. The ACAG has been given authorisation by Lord Montagu, Andrea Bishop, Director of Collections and Doug Hill, Chief Engineer and Museum Manager, to raise the funds and expertise to complete Brian Golder's 1980s restoration and turn it into a working exhibit 'as original'. Specifically this means to enable it to be fired up at exhibitions and demonstrations and paraded. It is a restoration project rather than a complete rebuild or replica and so when complete it will comply with the build and safety regulations in place when the car was first fired up in 1961. Quite different to todays rules. The car is too valuable to risk a burnout or high speed run.
As far as the restoration bits and pieces are concerned, as well as the rolling chassis and body we do have a blower and a Potvin adapter. But as well as the 354 engine we require Hilborn injection, Hilborn fuel pump and fuel system hoses. The braking, steering and suspension systems need a complete overhaul with replacement components as necessary. Front and rear axles need strip down and overhaul with replacement components as necessary. The transmission needs a flywheel and clutch assembly, quick change gears. We also need a replacement chute. The electrics and instrumentation need strip down, repair and replacement as necessary and all the bits need to be installed and plumbed. We need driver safety wear and a sign-written trailer. The chassis and wheels need crack testing and painting. This is not intended as a detailed task sheet because I'm not the technical whiz kid on the project, but hopefully it gives an indication of the amount of work and funds needed. The finished demonstration package will be 'the best' with flames coming out of those wheatcutter headers, the right noise and the right smell. People will be able to experience what started it all in Europe.
The cars has received a detailed inspection by ACAG members including people like Andy Robinson, Norm Wheeldon and the guys at US Automotive, so we have managed to identify the parts required and a rough costing. The work will be spread amonst ACAG members and the workshops at Beaulieu. At the moment we are at the fund raising stage by accepting donations, holding auctions, selling shirts and prints. Our first target of enough money to order the engine is now in sight.
As with my book Crazy Horses, one of the strategic aims has been to increase the awareness of our sport to an audience who might otherwise not be fully informed and I think in both cases we have already been quite successful. If you want to help us then please visit our website that is hosted on theaccelerationarchive.co.uk.
I thought I would try and update everyone concerning the Allard Chrysler dragster restoration project and clarify a few points. I tried last night but lost the text in the website technology somehow. First of all we need to remember that the car is owned by the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu and not the ACAG and so we are limited as far as what we may or may not do with it. The ACAG has been given authorisation by Lord Montagu, Andrea Bishop, Director of Collections and Doug Hill, Chief Engineer and Museum Manager, to raise the funds and expertise to complete Brian Golder's 1980s restoration and turn it into a working exhibit 'as original'. Specifically this means to enable it to be fired up at exhibitions and demonstrations and paraded. It is a restoration project rather than a complete rebuild or replica and so when complete it will comply with the build and safety regulations in place when the car was first fired up in 1961. Quite different to todays rules. The car is too valuable to risk a burnout or high speed run.
As far as the restoration bits and pieces are concerned, as well as the rolling chassis and body we do have a blower and a Potvin adapter. But as well as the 354 engine we require Hilborn injection, Hilborn fuel pump and fuel system hoses. The braking, steering and suspension systems need a complete overhaul with replacement components as necessary. Front and rear axles need strip down and overhaul with replacement components as necessary. The transmission needs a flywheel and clutch assembly, quick change gears. We also need a replacement chute. The electrics and instrumentation need strip down, repair and replacement as necessary and all the bits need to be installed and plumbed. We need driver safety wear and a sign-written trailer. The chassis and wheels need crack testing and painting. This is not intended as a detailed task sheet because I'm not the technical whiz kid on the project, but hopefully it gives an indication of the amount of work and funds needed. The finished demonstration package will be 'the best' with flames coming out of those wheatcutter headers, the right noise and the right smell. People will be able to experience what started it all in Europe.
The cars has received a detailed inspection by ACAG members including people like Andy Robinson, Norm Wheeldon and the guys at US Automotive, so we have managed to identify the parts required and a rough costing. The work will be spread amonst ACAG members and the workshops at Beaulieu. At the moment we are at the fund raising stage by accepting donations, holding auctions, selling shirts and prints. Our first target of enough money to order the engine is now in sight.
As with my book Crazy Horses, one of the strategic aims has been to increase the awareness of our sport to an audience who might otherwise not be fully informed and I think in both cases we have already been quite successful. If you want to help us then please visit our website that is hosted on theaccelerationarchive.co.uk.
thanks for the update fella and welcome... 
i know a man that can help with the trailer if you want?..
Sid.
i know a man that can help with the trailer if you want?..
Sid.
I would appreciate details. Must fit in a container. My e-mail is on the merchandise page of the ACAG site.