From NHRA.com http://www.nhra.com/content/news/32615.htm Period-correct push vehicles sought for California Hot Rod Reunion <HR>9/16/2008 <TABLE cellSpacing=0 cellPadding=3 width=400 align=right border=0><TBODY><TR><TD> </TD></TR><TR><TD> </TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>The Cacklefest Committee for the upcoming 17th annual California Hot Rod Reunion presented by Automobile Club of Southern California, Oct. 10-12 at Auto Club Famoso Raceway in <?XML:NAMESPACE PREFIX = ST1 /><ST1LACE w:st="on"><ST1:CITY w:st="on">Bakersfield</ST1:CITY>, <ST1:STATE w:st="on">Calif.</ST1:STATE></ST1LACE>, is seeking period-correct 1950s and 1960s pickups and station wagons to serve as push vehicles for the event's annual Cacklefest. Those who volunteer, fabricate the boards, and attend will each receive two event tickets and parking. The vertical face of the push board should be approximately 30 to 36 inches wide by 12 to 14 inches high and probably made of heavy wood with metal frame, braces, and mounts. The front surface of the board can be covered with carpet material. When mounted, the highest point of the push board should be no more than 23 inches from ground level. To avoid contact with the parachute pack, the face of the push board should be extended at least 12 to 15 inches forward of the vehicle's grille. A push board this size may block much of the airflow to the radiator, so it is recommended to be removable for highway driving. Volunteers also are reminded that they accept responsibility for the vehicle in the event of any damage. Volunteers should contact Steve Gibbs, sgibbs@nhra.com. <!-- END STORY -->
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