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Road Rumblings
Ladies. . . .(and some fellows who have helped, or are inclined to. . . ) The dates are set! I will dual-debut “Bonneville’s Women of Land Speed Racing” on the salt and ask all of you to consider joining me for one, or both big bash book signing. 1st: Tuesday, August 31st during the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials 2nd: Saturday, September 11th during the Utah Salt Flats Racing Association’s World of Speed event. At this point in time, I have confirms from about 20 gals for each event, who are wither racing, or coming to the salt just to help inscribe a rather special marker in the historical timeline. Imagine if we could double that! I not only want to see you all there, but I want you to see each other, meet each other, learn about each other and connect with each other — without being enfolded into other duties, responsibilities, or conflicts. When I started this book project, I was certain I could track down about 150 gals in helmets and record books over 70 years. The book went to press with 307 names, but I am still collecting data and names of those left out for whatever reason. The number now exceeds 320 but with much certifying and verifying to do be done. Only those names that can “pass the detail” muster” are included. The point is: when we are all dead 50 years, this book, and the one to come after, will remain a solid reference tool and historical pointer. I am doing this with help from Betty Burkland, Anne Lindsley and Gail Phillips. We are all being welcomed by both event organizations and will have special credentials and perhaps t -shirts… Will we see you there? Lemme know...contact land Speed Louise Noeth at stuff@landspeedproductions.biz or www.landspeedproductions.biz
NCM Celebration Of The 75th Anniversar y.
In Collaboration with the National Corvette Museum (NCM). Opening August 28th at the Adventure Science Center (Nashville TN) is proud to collaborate with the NCM in celebration of our 75th Anniversary. Through a unique partnership, seven Corvettes from NCM's collection will be on display at the science center from August 28th - November 28th. Corvettes ranging from 1954 to 2019 will chronicle the parallel histories of America's iconic sports car and the science center. During the three-month show, the science center will host a number of car-centered events and programs that explore the science and technology of cars and the idea of cars as cultural phenomena. Join us as we celebrate two icons and the many ways that our cars - and the trips they inspire - help make us who we are! To buy tickets to the opening day of Car Culture go to https://2532altru.blackbaudhosting.com/2532altru/sslpage.aspx? pid=196&tab=2&txobjid=25f57214-833f-4252-9238-5f9310eb6758 or https:// www.adventuresci.org/explore/car-culture/
Johnson’s Hot Rod Shop Purchases Walker Radiator Works
Tradition is not only preservation of the past but also the focus going forward toward the future. With plans of continuing an iconic product recognized as the leader in cooper and brass cooling systems, Johnson’s Hot Rod Shop has acquired the tooling, equipment, and proprietary manufacturing techniques from Walker Radiator Works and will move forward as Johnson’s Radiator Works. America’s #1 Street Rod radiator will continue to live on as a USA made product right here in Gadsden, AL. Johnson’s Hot Rod Shop is committed to continuing the same standard of excellence set forth as each radiator will continue using the finest quality materials available. While it will take some time to get relocated and set up running at full capacity, the product line focus will be continuing on the legacy of Walker Radiator Works as well as developing into other markets for later model car and truck applications. While we are not taking orders at this time, please contact us with your radiator needs to help shape the product line going forward. For more information concerning Johnson’s Radiator Works or Johnson’s Hot Rod Shop, please call (256) 492-7637 or email us at info@johnsonshotrodshop.com
Johnson’s Hot Rod Shop, located in Gadsden, AL, is built on the foundation of strength and performance by becoming the driving force for which today’s modern hot rods are designed and engineered. A JHRS built hot rod evolves from the principles of high-quality street rod building merged together with the pure muscle of the street machine world and integrating them into a super car standard for the way a hot rod project is built and marketed to our customers and automotive enthusiasts’ world-wide.
Keeping Heat And Unwanted Road Noise At Bay With DEI’s Sound Bar rier
When you jump into your new car and drive down the road, you immediately notice many things have changed in automotive design. One of the most noticeable changes has to do with the reduction of heat and exterior road noise. Let’s face it, new cars have a much quieter ride than our beloved classics. But now, you can control vibrations, noise, and heat by utilizing one product: Sound Barrier sheets from Design Engineering, Inc. (DEI).
This is an all-in-one interior insulator and sound absorber, developed by DEI to regulate noise and temperatures inside a vehicle’s interiors. Who doesn’t want a cool, quiet, and comfortable ride? The DEI Sound Barrier is lightweight and easy to install, and the sheets can be easily cut and then glued, mechanically fastened, or laid under the carpet for a custom fit in any space. The material can even be paired with DEI’s 3-inch double-sided transfer tape (PN: 50205) for easy installation. “Sound Barrier offers one solution for heat and sound control,” says Mike Buca of DEI. “It fits great under carpets and can be used instead of jute or other insufficient materials to increase driver and passenger comfort.” The highly versatile DEI Sound Barrier (PN: 51135) is constructed from a combination of 0.75 lbs/ft2 mass-loaded barrier with ½-inch nonwoven sound-absorbing material lamination. Designed to meet FAR 25.853 and Reach standards, it is sold in 55-inch-wide sheets by the linear yard. For more information about Sound Barrier kits and other DEI products to help your ride stay cool a comfortable, you can check out the complete line of performance heat and sound control products by visiting www.DesignEngineering.com.
