348/409 Race at Great Lakes Dragaway

[63 dream'n]

Dan(Ishiftem) wasn't in my pics from yesterday ,but I caught him giving Shan a hand loading up

 

[63 dream'n]

I just wanted to say thank you to all the fellas for taking the time,and answering many qustions.I had a great time just watching.I enjoyed meeting you all.

 

[Bub6le 2op]

Congrats to Lonnie and Scott...........Way to go Guys!!!!!!!!!

 

[Brian64SS]

I met a few of you folks today and had a great time there. My friend Randy's '62 is on the left below. Here are some more pics from today.

 

[63 dream'n]

I was looking for the post with your buddy's blown bubble topto add these

 

[Phil Reed]

Congrats to Lonnie and Scott...........Way to go Guys!!!!!!!!!

Boy.....Lonnie is on a roll......won today and last August in Great Bend and got a hug from Hayden!!!!!

 

[Ishiftem]

Well, I think the weekend went pretty good. A little confusion at times, but everything worked out in the end. I didn't see all the action as I was busy running with the Nostalgia Super Stock Inc. group but I tried to keep up as best as I could. Weather was on the muggy side with a DA of 3500 feet but that didn't stop Dave "Cardboard" Coots () or Brian Lambert from running their best times ever. If anyone else did, I missed it. Ray (Fathead) was having a tough time with his ride. Traction was tough to find and he finally fell out after flipping a belt on Sunday during eliminations. Ross (409Guru) stopped by on Saturday and made a few passes in his 63. Don't be a stranger Ross! Shan (Quickshift409) lived up to his username and and was making some great laps after finding the sweet spot with his tire pressure. Joel made the long haul from Utah and was the first to arrive on Friday.Unfortunately the old red eye took him out of eliminations. We had Randy who though not a member here, showed up with his 62 bubble top with a big ass blower sitting on top of a 409. He had made a couple passes but unfortunately had a few issues which held the car back from showing it's full potential. Lonnie Hall and Scott were making great passes in Lonnie's Impala. I was jealous of their golf cart. Final eliminations saw Brian Lambert up against Lonnie Hall. Brian had 2nd gear issues and and guaranteed the win for Lonnie who was running very close to his dial in. Congratulations Lonnie!!!!!!!!!!! That makes two 409 event wins for Mr. Hall . Brian Lambert received a 409 mile marker donated by Mike (Models916) as the iron man award. Despite being twisted up like a question mark from bulging discs in his back, I think Brian made the most passes despite taking breaks to lay on an ice pack. The man was in severe pain, but you just couldn't wipe that grin off his face.

Special thanks to Nostalgis Super Stock Inc. and Great Lakes Dragaway for letting the racers in for free.
Thanks to Dave (Iowa409guy) for donating the trophys for winner and runner up.
Thanks to Mike (Models916) for donating the 409 mile marker sign.
A big thanks to all the racers, forum members, and spectators who showed up and supported the event.

As a side note, the track was pleased with the 409 cars and invited everyone back for next year. Free entry for the racers was again extended with an added bonus of free entry for one crew member per car.

If I am missing anything I apologize in advance. It was a long weekend and I'm going to bed!

 

[61belairbubbletop]

Sounds like all you guys had a blast ! No rain, either ! Wish I could have made it, but just couldn't get away. I see from the images posted, that Lonnie is running a Speed Port 7000, must be working for him. I'm still waiting for mine to show up.

 

[skipxt4]

All those cars, look terrific.

 

[Nuts]

Lonnie wins again.....

Boy.....Lonnie is on a roll......won today and last August in Great Bend and got a hug from Hayden!!!!!

Well I think it's time for an investigation...!!!! Lets look at the facts here.

Lonnie wins at Thompson !


Lonnie wins at 2014 Convention !!!



I think it's time the Governing body of the organization looks into this Hall Racing Team and the equipment they are running !!!


They are all fun and drinking with the group but what are they really up too ?


And what about the equipment they are running ?? Can everyone get that ?? NO

I see from the images posted, that Lonnie is running a Speed Port 7000, must be working for him. I'm still waiting for mine to show up.

There is something going on here and I believe we need to get to the bottom of it ! Don't stand by and let this happen again at the next 348/409 gathering in your neighborhood. Be the first to say we have had enough already...













Oh, by the way congrats Lonnie, you the man.

Bill and Linda

 

[Iowa 409 Guy]

Time for drug testing.......

 

[Impalaguru]

I had a wonderful time meeting everyone and getting a chance to see some real 409 power in action!!! Dan said it best above, the weekend was a complete success!!!

Just in case Brian Fugate isn't aware, I raced under your name on Saturday! Dan's father Bob did some sweet-talking with the ladies at the gate and got me on the track! Now Brian, I'm not sure what your normal 1/4 miles times are but I think you were a little of your game this weekend!!! You can blame me for lowering your street-cred!

Ross

 

[Phil Reed]

Glad to see you again Ross and glad you were able to be at the race this weekend!!!!
Does your wife understand that you "have been with us" longer than you have known her?????????????????

 

[jim_ss409]

Thanks for all the updates and pictures.
It looks like a good time was had by all.

 

[LMBRJQ 60]

Well, I think the weekend went pretty good. A little confusion at times, but everything worked out in the end. I didn't see all the action as I was busy running with the Nostalgia Super Stock Inc. group but I tried to keep up as best as I could. Weather was on the muggy side with a DA of 3500 feet but that didn't stop Dave "Cardboard" Coots () or Brian Lambert from running their best times ever. If anyone else did, I missed it. Ray (Fathead) was having a tough time with his ride. Traction was tough to find and he finally fell out after flipping a belt on Sunday during eliminations. Ross (409Guru) stopped by on Saturday and made a few passes in his 63. Don't be a stranger Ross! Shan (Quickshift409) lived up to his username and and was making some great laps after finding the sweet spot with his tire pressure. Joel made the long haul from Utah and was the first to arrive on Friday.Unfortunately the old red eye took him out of eliminations. We had Randy who though not a member here, showed up with his 62 bubble top with a big ass blower sitting on top of a 409. He had made a couple passes but unfortunately had a few issues which held the car back from showing it's full potential. Lonnie Hall and Scott were making great passes in Lonnie's Impala. I was jealous of their golf cart. Final eliminations saw Brian Lambert up against Lonnie Hall. Brian had 2nd gear issues and and guaranteed the win for Lonnie who was running very close to his dial in. Congratulations Lonnie!!!!!!!!!!! That makes two 409 event wins for Mr. Hall . Brian Lambert received a 409 mile marker donated by Mike (Models916) as the iron man award. Despite being twisted up like a question mark from bulging discs in his back, I think Brian made the most passes despite taking breaks to lay on an ice pack. The man was in severe pain, but you just couldn't wipe that grin off his face.

Special thanks to Nostalgis Super Stock Inc. and Great Lakes Dragaway for letting the racers in for free.
Thanks to Dave (Iowa409guy) for donating the trophys for winner and runner up.
Thanks to Mike (Models916) for donating the 409 mile marker sign.
A big thanks to all the racers, forum members, and spectators who showed up and supported the event.

As a side note, the track was pleased with the 409 cars and invited everyone back for next year. Free entry for the racers was again extended with an added bonus of free entry for one crew member per car.

If I am missing anything I apologize in advance. It was a long weekend and I'm going to bed!

Hi Dan,
looks like you put on a great meet
You and Phil must know the same weather guy

Can you tell me, or any one for that matter what the times were for all concerned??
Got Brian's at 11.97
Just wondering thats all

(secretly trying to keep tabs on Lonnie)

Steve

 

[Dick MacKenzie]

Fantastic weekend you guys had!! Congrats to Lonnie and Scott!

 

[jbschneeweis]

I ran an 11.708; 113 MPH & 1.58 60 foot. Got beat by the red light. Been doing that alot this year. Guess I need to fix the operator problem. It was a great time. Hopefully do it again next year. Thanks.

Joel

 

[scott hall]

Dad had not made a full 1/4 mile pass before Friday. The 1/8th mile went from a best of 7.53 to a 7.40 with 60" @1.61 and 1/4 was a 11.69 for best. Was a good time with everyone and thanks again Dan, Dave Models916 and everyone that worked to make it happen. And the track personnel went out of their way to make sure your questions got the right answer and helped in anyway possible. Thanks Scott Hall

 

[Impalaguru]

Glad to see you again Ross and glad you were able to be at the race this weekend!!!!
Does your wife understand that you "have been with us" longer than you have known her?????????????????

I've never thought about it like that but it's true!!!!!
She definitely has an appreciation for muscle cars and, of course 409s!!!!
Hopefully my "409 family" will understand!!!

 

[Iowa 409 Guy]

Nice meeting you guys today. We had a great time watching you race. Thanks and have a safe trip home.
Joe

Nice to talk with you and Collin, Joe.