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January 2012 VOTM

STLDR’s January “Vehicle of the Month” belongs to Charlie Barbaglia (MoparChas) of High Ridge Missouri. It’s a 495 cubic inch, 1970 Dodge Challenger. His Challeger is fueled with E85, “It’s all throttle no bottle!” Best ET: 9.65 @ 138.25 mph in the 1/4 mile. Engine Mods: 440 stroker Indy Heads Solid cam (652 lift) Exterior Mods: Fiberglass bumpers

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Happy New Year!

Monster Mopar Spring Fling 2012.

The ‘Monster Mopar Spring Fling’ will be held June 8th 9th and 10th at the new Gateway Motorsports Park in Madison Illinois. The Monster Mopar Fall Ball September 21st 22nd and 23rd at Lucas Oil Raceway in Indianapolis Indiana Keep an eye on their website for further details. http://monstermopar.com/  

200mph Controversy, Connie Kalitta, Don Garlitts, Chris Karamesines

A short ESPN clip from MacTools US Nationals , Karamesines, Garlitts and Kalitta talk about who broke the 200mph barrier first.

Management Hunt. Central Illinois Dragstrip.

Central Illinois Dragstrip is in search of new management. From CID’s website. We have decided to make some management changes for the 2012 season. Many thanks to Bob for his efforts in our inaugural year. We are actively pursuing a management team to lead us to a fun and profitable 2012 season. We expect to release

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Chris Karamesines’ 204 mph run. Alton IL

This is Chris Karamesines’ 204 mph run in “The Chizler”. April 24th 1960. Alton Dragstrip. Some contend this was the first (unofficial) car to run 200 mph in 1960. The official record goes to Don Garlits in 1964. Video sent in by: Michael Storey Photos from NitroGezzers.

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season.

Flashback video from the 60′s and 70′s

60′s and 70′s racing at St. Louis area race tracks.