Event Coverage 2013 H.A.M.B. Drags - Pre-Register Now!

I'm in, I'm in, I get to race, I can't wait

 

With the Salina KKOA and Bonneville so close, it may be a challenge to focus on the August HAMB drags ( only about 26 days away).
I had so much fun last year, I wanted to help keep the excitement up - links to 40+ videos.
I didn't know many people last year, met Mike Cox at StrayKat this year, so I hope to meet some of you this time.

2012 HAMB drag videos
(be sure to change to full screen)

Pat Thompson
2012 HAMB drag nationals - Welcome to the Joplin Holiday Inn
Thanks to ebbsspeed for crediting the driver)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNotUsa2DtY

Kerry's FED
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbVheka2mvg

Bulletproof1/Mike Cox vs Outcast Henry J
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsimwx3rNmo

The Organgrinder
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fwz2BS1eGWc
credit - TheRivumDood
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KXqk-P2OLhw


Squirrel and Flamed A-bone
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmL-QSAl1bQ
credit - TheRivumDood
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxaIdKWkGcY

RatRodNut vs Fiat
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jtRxUIIWKD4&list=HL1374382798

HKF 56 chevy vs 7Deadly Sins coupe
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u06aTL4wiRk

deucebag and screaming mimi tempest
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLCcRKNCrlI
opposite side - credit to Jeff Man
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcRwSqKy4mg

Link to all videos
http://www.youtube.com/my_videos?o=U
sorted by viewcount
http://www.youtube.com/my_videos?o=U&sf=viewcount&sa=0&vmo=viewed

 

So.....what`s Willie P gonna bring to the drags???

 

23 days till departure!!!!

 

Hey Tom, still a spectator this year...sigh.
I can hand you wrenches if you need a pit go-fer
I don't want to hijack/clutter up this thread, its a long story,so if interested either PM me or I will buy you an adult beverage at the KKOA or HAMB drags, and we can chat.
In 25 words or less,
I just bought another 57 Belair 2-door post sedan(#3), after going to the Des Moines Good Guys.
#1-no title, no engine, no trans, needs floorpan work and right rear quarterpanel.
#2-has KS title, engine, trans, runs, needs extensive floorpan work.
I am finishing up rebuilding the front suspension now.
Runs but not roadworthy yet - see link below.
#3-has KS title, engine and trans are unknowns-283( disassembled and needs complete rebuild, powerglide is on my garage floor. Floorpan work is done, but has been sitting out in the weather, so scotchbrite/rattlecan prime, wash/rinse/repeat.
I was talking with Porknbeaner today, and he said if I carry the engine and parts over to his shop, he will take a look to see what condition it is in - the serial# on the block in front of the passenger-side head is stamped with what appears to be F118F. I have not been able to decode it yet.
http://www.danchuk.com/images/Downloads/Catalog/2012-Catalog-31/17-Original-Specifications.pdf (page 509)
Attachment is #3 in my garage


Here is #2 startup from Nov 2012.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qJq5nsqt42k

 

Hey Tom, I can't wait to see the roadster that I've heard so much about. Are you using the 'glide that I built for you?

 

Yes, I`m using the glide you built...hope I can keep the front end down. I plan to leave Pratt Thursday, 8/15, so we can get our usual parking space around back. when you leaving?

 

So I sent my e-mail over a month ago and haven't heard anything back yet. Sent another one a few days ago, still nothing. I know a guy who sent one in last week and got a response back in 2 hours. I guess this isn't a first come - first served kind of thing anymore? Is it a wait until everyone sends their shit in and if there's still room you can bring your stupid car? It's okay, I don't need to make plans or anything so I guess I will either stay home or spectate and save my sitting in the sun all day to make 3 runs for a different time. If my car is not welcome just tell me, I'm a big boy, I would just like to plan my life.

 

PM Ryan to see whether it arrived- perhaps the address misspelled?


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Hey, Willie P That`s a nice looking `57... [#2] maybe you can bring it next year. look me up at the track Saturday...we should have some time for a little bench racing.

 

So less then 2 weeks, whose the smart guy that decided to tear the 40 apart to do the 9" swap, yup me, lol

 

You haven't done a last minute thrash in a while.

 

the plan is to drive the henry j,,,i figure it would be a good shake down before dragweek..

 

I always like the Dirty's Speed Shop Thrash Threads....

 

Well got the housing narrowed today, the spring pads welded on, axles ordered today from strange, says they will go out Wed, backing plates cleaned up for rebuild, let's add swap the front brakes to the scenario also, lol

 

Good for you Rusty!!!! My thrashes always come up short.

 

16 days till departure!!!

 

Are packets being mailed before? I sent in Payment and car info after approval few weeks ago. Just wondering.

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So I live in Ontario Canada. How long do you think it would take a 69 Superbee to reach Missouri at 120 miles per hour ? Just Curious. Checkin to see if I have enough time to get down there.

 

Southern Ontario, that is.

 

If ya leave now I think 2 weeks is plenty of time... That car won't get in but you would make it there.

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Hot damn, im getting excited. My 32 isnt going to make it this year, but i will drive my 29 A instead.
Anyone know if packets were mailed?

 

Called strange, axles not going out till tomorrow, they got swamped this week, guess my rear end paint gonna have plenty time to dry lol, oh well, onto the front brakes and getting the rear backing plates back together

 

Wouldn't be the same if the stuff came in on time. I'm pulling for ya man and no doubt Dirty's SS will come thru.

 

should still leave plenty of time to make it

 

Just got my e-mail telling me that the packets for the HAMB Drags were mailed today. See you guys in a couple of weeks.
Later,
Dick

 

Woohoo! Axles are in there way and my packet has been mailed!

 

I had a slip for signature confirmation... I guess that was it.

 

There was a notice posted on HAMB store main page that Ryan was out for surgery and would not be shipping until 8/1. Considering the last few posts, looks like he is healing nicely
Ryan, hope all is well and you are up and around.
Willy_P

 

We're going to Joplin Thursday, late afternoon. Next morning we'll be at the Springfield swap meet, bright and early!