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Car Craft Magazine – August 1971 – Volume 19, Number 8 – Prudhomme’s Hottest Wheel Yet – VG
This August 1971 issue of Car Craft Magazine (Vol. 19, No. 8) showcases Don “The Snake” Prudhomme’s innovative mid-engined rail dragster, along with in-depth coverage of the LS-6 Corvette, Barry Poole’s Pro Stock Maverick, and a wide range of technical articles and industry reports. It's a must-have issue for fans of early '70s racing innovation and high-performance engineering.
The magazine is in very good condition, with only minor wear on edges consistent with its age. The item being pictured is exactly the one you will receive. Please refer to the detailed photos to assess condition. All magazines are shipped with a plastic protective covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents include:
FEATURES
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All-Star Report – A look at top performers in the field
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Drive-In: USA – New Jersey/New York – Regional drag scene
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V-8 Cylinder Heads for Chevy 6 – Performance swaps
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LS-6 Corvette Test – The last of the fast factory Vettes
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New Parts from TRW – What's new in performance hardware
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Custom Car Show Revisited – A visual recap
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Boss 366 Ford – Big-block innovation
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E/S 440/6-Pak by Pete Tritak – MoPar muscle, tuned
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Don Prudhomme’s Mid-Engined Rail – Cutting-edge drag design
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Econo Rail Wrap-Up – Proposed class rules and results
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Barry Poole’s Pro Stock Maverick – Ford performance focus
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685-HP Rat – Booth & Arons show how it's done
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Tire Buyer’s Guide – Key insights for performance shoppers
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Hoover Talks Hemis – Part II – Expert insight into Chrysler’s iconic engine
DEPARTMENTS
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Point of View
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Hi Risers
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Straight Scoop
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Smog and Safety
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Ben Brown on Funny Cars
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Rapping Off
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Bike Test
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Buggin’ Out
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Elapsed Times
A well-rounded and informative issue, this volume offers essential reading for collectors and drag racing enthusiasts interested in the technological shifts and standout builds of 1971.