Reading that note about Don Garlits reminded me of the time a guy offered me a
go in one of those sling shot dragsters. I told him there was more chance of
Lord Nelson getting his eye back than me even sitting in one. I once saw an
engine blow on one of those top fuellers just as the driver shut off after the
run. The explosion left a hole in the ground and 'shrapnel' shot everywhere.
Some of those nitro fuel mixes could cause enormous explosions - especially if
pistons fail and oil/oil mist mixes with the oxygen rich combustion process.
Best wishes
Paul
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