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Projects Gene (Moonlighter) Cromer's A/G Willys Resurrection

Discussion in 'Traditional Hot Rods' started by Quain Stott, Aug 31, 2012.

  1. sbs
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    As of 8:30 PM on Sunday, the video isn't on any of the Facebook pages listed. Would like to see the video if possible.Thanks.
     
  2. Frank Taylor
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    Well, I finally got the video posted. Please excuse the garbled sound. It was to loud for the mic on my camera. It really sounds good. David's video has better sound.
     
  3. DDDenny
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    Woo is right!
    As DW would say "reach up and tighten those belts, boogity, boogity, boogity".
     
  4. AHotRod
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    Go Gene and Frank..... GO !

    Any estimates on how much HP this new engine makes?
     
  5. I went to see Gene & Ruth today and Gene said he still has a few leaks and is going to have to pass on Myrtle Beach this weekend but should have the Moonlighter running strong for the race at Greer Dragway next month for the season finals.HRP
     
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  6. OldColt
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    Gene ... Congrats on getting the new tunnel port engine together and installed. Bet it's going to be killer, and bet it's going to put more of the SE Gassers on the trailer lol.

    --- Steve ---
     
  7. 0NE BAD 51 MERC
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    Spent 4 hours last night reading about half of this thread. Very cool and inspirational . I am 61 now and have been building and customizing cars since my teens , If I make it to 84 I hope I still can pull a few gears and feel 16 again. Thanks Gene and Quain for a great story !! Larry
     
  8. Sadly Gene was unable to make a pass at the finals in Greer due to a stater problem,there was a lot of help in the pits from the competitors and friends but the problem wasn't corrected at the track.

    I was told by Frank that the starter was repaired by a local shop here in Anderson this past week. HRP
     
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  9. RustyDogg
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    I'm late to the party but I couldn't not speak up and say what a cool story and restoration. I love history esp with old hotrods and the men who were there back in the day. Many accolades to you for doing such fine work and much respect to Gene.

    Sent from my QTAQZ3 using The H.A.M.B. mobile app
     
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  10. loudbang
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    Just found this old shot and caption

    Anderson, SC’s Gene Cromer ran this ’41 Willys with 427 FE Ford power, then switched to an SOHC 427 Ford for A/Gas. Gene is an ECDT Hall of Fame member. (East Coast Drag Times)

    gas3.jpg
     
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  11. It ought to conservatively make somewhere in the 1.6-1.65 HP or more per inch range, so that's 775-800HP.
     
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  12. Sorry if this was posted already - 99 pages :eek:

    At 3:47 there is a shot of Gene and the Moonlighter

     
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  13. loudbang
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    Awesome find Dog_Patch. Grabbed some stills to put in their appropriate threads LOL.
     
  14. Quain Stott
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    JUST CONFIRMED GENE CROMER WILL BE AT SHADY SIDE DRAG WAY APRIL 29TH
    Gene Cromer has decided to give his loyal fans another chance to relive the glory days. Not just on display, not a test and tune, Gene will be racing heads up with the very popular Southeast Gassers Association at the historic Shady Side Dragway in Shelby NC April 29th. This is the same car that made Gene famous in the 1960's and was brought out of retirement for the fans and Gene to enjoy again. Come and cheer him on for another win to add to his trophy case.
     
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  15. I saw Gene a couple of weekends ago at a cruise in,I am stoked he is going to race again this year. HRP
     
  16. catdad49
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    This is Great news! I didn't see him or hear mention of him at last week's event. Thanks Danny for the update, one of these days I make a SEG race!
     
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  17. loudbang
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    Can't remember if this one has been posted yet or not.

    Gene.jpg
     
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  18. Quain Stott
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    Yea it has but it's worth posting again.
    Everybody be at Shady Side dragway in Shelby NC to see Gene racing this very car with the Southeast Gassers April 29th.
     
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  19. Quain Stott
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  20. LOL !!!! HOLE-EEEE SH#T ! WHAT A GR8 VIDEO !!! ( .... giggling like a little girl )

    :) :) :)

    Thanks Quain !
     
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  21. woodbutcher
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    :D Looks like a whole lot of fun to come.To Gene.Wishing you the best Sir.
    Good luck.have fun.Be safe.
    Leo
     
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  23. That video is as cool as it gets. HRP
     
  24. Quain Stott
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    MOONLIGHTER TO BE IN KNOXVILLE JUNE 10TH
    Gene Cromer and the Moonlighter along with over 50 other era correct Southeast Gassers have already pre enter for the big Southeast Gasser race at Knoxville Dragstrip in Knoxville Tenn June 10th. Gene has made a transmission swap and was really looking good his last outing. I think the A/Gas class could have a new winner in Knoxville. BE THERE Gene Cromer 1.jpg
     
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  25. catdad49
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    This is a great shot! Notice that Gene still has the Keys!!
     
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  26. Greg checking the air pressure on the Moonlighter with Gene looking on at Steel in Motion.HRP

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    And at the Anderson Downtown Fathers Day Car Show.

    Gregs 40 pickup & Gene's Willy's. HRP

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  27. elgringo71
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    Great shot of the Moonlighter with the 40 Pickup. It's cool that it says Gene's Speed Shop
     
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  28. s55mercury66
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    I still have my blue t-shirt, just like Gene and Greg's. Are they towing The Moonlighter with the '40?
     
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    from east , tn.

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