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Issue 41, November 5, 2004
Dragster Cover

On the cover
Don Prudhomme and Tom McEwen successfully ran Top Fuel dragsters and Funny Cars in the early 1970s. Their story and more - including a look back at the influential career of Butch Leal, the classic class car of Ken Montgomery, and Don Garlits' revolutionary rear-engine dragster - are featured in our annual Readers Choice issue.

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DOUBLE DOSES by Phil Burgess (Requested by Al Kean, Prince George, B.C.)
As the popularity of Funny Cars increased following their debut in the late 1960s, a few hearty drivers - legends such as Don Prudhomme, Tom McEwen, and Jerry Ruth - decided that they could carry on a passionate affair with two mistresses, switching back and forth between Top Fuel and Funny Car. (page 20)

TOP 10 INNOVATIONS by Steve Waldron (Requested by Don Scholl, Eagleville, Pa.)
From Don Garlits' rear-engine dragster to data recorders and even the burnout, these 10 inventions, forever altered the course of drag racing. (page 26)

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PLUS:

  • Division 4 Lucas Oil Series results – Ashley Force and Jeff Hefler close the season with event wins and division championships at No Problem Raceway. By Phil Burgess (page 53)
  • Division 2 Summit Racing Series Finals results – Riding a victory by Kelly King in Pro and a runner-up by Jacob Rutledge in Sportsman, Montgomery Motorsports Park won its first team championship. By Kevin McKenna. (page 56)
  • Racing Technology with Evan J. Smith – Though superchargers were once thought of as an exotic "power adder," these days a host of companies offer street and race kits for the average Joe. (page 72)
  • School's In with Frank Hawley – If you've never driven an alcohol car, it may be difficult to imagine how busy it can get in the driver's seat. Don't worry, Frank will help you through it. (page 142)

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