A Day at Riverside Raceway, circa 1958

A Day at Riverside Raceway, circa 1958

Riverside International Raceway was a revered track by racers and fans alike, and opened on September 22nd, 1957. Being that the newest car I can find in this… continue reading »

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The 308 Roadster

The 308 Roadster

I have no idea who Jason Brackeen is. Maybe I’ve met him, maybe not. Social settings aren’t exactly my strong suit, but I don’t remember ever talking to… continue reading »

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1964: Drag Racing at Lions and Puyallup in 8mm

1964: Drag Racing at Lions and Puyallup in 8mm

Color 8mm footage shot at Lions Drag Strip during a California Trip in 1964, and at Shelton and Puyallup Drags, also in 1964. This is one of those… continue reading »

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The 2025 Lonestar Round Up

The 2025 Lonestar Round Up

Round Up weekend was pure chaos from the jump. Friday was swallowed whole by a relentless parade of parental duties – so much so that I never even… continue reading »

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A Plymouth in Pacifica

A Plymouth in Pacifica

Some may beg to differ, but these Friday posts aren’t all about early Fords. This week, I keep on coming back to a classified ad for a car… continue reading »

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8mm Home Movie of the Week: A Day at the Drags

8mm Home Movie of the Week: A Day at the Drags

Here’s another slick clip that is worth your time! Enjoy this color, 8mm silent home movie film of the gents in their ’34 Ford 5W coupe heading off… continue reading »

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The Great American Dream Machine

The Great American Dream Machine

The Great American Dream Machine was a short-lived, beautifully bizarre slice of televised rebellion that aired on PBS from 1971 to 1972. Produced out of New York by… continue reading »

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Master Engine Builder Ed Pink has passed away…

Master Engine Builder Ed Pink has passed away…

You might have already seen the news that famed engine guru Ed Pink passed away at 94 years old. Ed, aka “The Old Master”, got his chops working… continue reading »

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