GOING IN THE TANK
June 6, 2024
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THE AUTO BUILDER
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Right Rod
If you attend car events in California, such as NHRA’s California Hot Rod Reunion in Bakersfield, the West Coast Kustoms show in Paso Robles or the L.A. Roadster Show in Pomona, you will notice that rat rods are a growing segment of the hot rod hobby. Years ago, when they started becoming a common sight at many of the shows, the mechanical aspects of most of the cars were scary at best. You could see cars with no springs, some without floorboards, and many constructed with less-than-desirable stick welding. It is this type of construction that created the name “rat rod.” Fortunately, over the past few years there has been an attempt to upgrade the construction of rat rods, even though the enthusiasts want to use as many original parts as possible.
Light at the End of the Camaro
There are many reasons why the icon cars have achieved the lofty status they now enjoy, but one of the more obvious reasons is the simple fact that they were finished. Their existence and subsequent high-level exposure have inspired many a young lad to undertake similar projects, and for every famous car built in the early years, probably two others were started in an attempt to either copy or outdo it, but they never saw the light of day.
River Rod Royalty
Inside the 2026 Grand National Roadster Show, the thunder didn’t stop at the hot rods. Tucked among the country’s finest customs and street machines was a killer lineup of vintage ski hydros, circle boats, and heirloom river runners that brought serious waterborne attitude to the show floor. Blown big-blocks, hand-laid gelcoat, and family-built history were on full display, proving that the hot rod mindset runs just as deep on the river as it does on the street.
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Conquering Curves & Cones
The High-Octane Action of the Holley LS Fest West Track X Challenge
Author
Jamie Dent
Photography by Scott Killeen
Alright, folks, let’s take a deep dive into the wild world of the Holley LS Fest West 2024. One of the hottest segments of the event? You guessed it – the Track X challenge. Now, buckle up, ’cause we’re about to take you on a ride through twists, turns, and everything in between.
Picture this: the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, a hotbed of horsepower and adrenaline. The Track X challenge unfolded on a 2.4-mile stretch of asphalt, with 12 turns just waiting to test the skills of drivers from all walks of life. But hold onto your hats, ’cause it ain’t just about making it through those corners unscathed.
Oh no, we’re throwing in some extra spice with cones, chicanes, and slaloms. It’s like navigating a minefield at Mach 1, with every move crucial to staying ahead of the pack. And let me tell you, staying ahead ain’t easy when you’ve got the best of the best gunning for that top spot.
From seasoned pros to newcomers looking to make a name for themselves, the Track X challenge drew in a crowd that was hungry for speed and ready to put it all on the line. The air was thick with the smell of burning rubber and the sound of engines roaring, as drivers pushed themselves and their machines to the limit.
In the end, it was a battle of skill, determination, and pure guts. But through it all, one thing remained clear: the Track X challenge was a test of true grit, and those who dared to take it on left with a story to tell and a thirst for more. So here’s to the Holley LS Fest West 2024 – may the Track X challenge live on in the hearts of racers everywhere.
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Holley LS Fest West
Las Vegas Motor Speedway
