Rod is seriously considering coming to Perth for this event. He is going to send me (via a mutual friend) some info about his car, and will be looking for local sponsors. He said that he may also need some pit support if anybody (I'll put my hand up!!!) is interested in getting involved.
That's it for now, will keep you updated as I find out more.
NigeType3 ·
I can lend a hand although Ive never done it before.
VWFREAK ·
Knowing Rod the probably would make the trip. He can't help showing off his car, as would I.
She's one hell of a beast.
Adolph ·
Hi
Rod coming to Perth? - that would be great!!
I have only read about his car, and would really like to see it and experience the thrill of being there.
I would also like to help him on race day, as I have been involved in drag racing for more than 10 years in South Africa, and I am a experienced mechanic by trade.
Thanx Hermann
humpty ·
Unfortunately, I still have not been able to confirm wether he will make the trip...After all the car is currently forsale (less engine)!
A new "Rocket" for Rod is in the pipeline I'll wager!
Any of you guys in in NSW have any resent news?
We'd love to know, I maybe able to rustle up a little sponsorship, if given enough leadtime!
humpty ·
Sorry guys....Ron contacted me the other day to say he is not going to make it this year...He has very important family wedding to go to on that weekend!
He did say that the new body (NB style) for his new car will be arriving soon and will be mounted on a front engine rear wheel drive chassis! Think of the old KAWELL squareback from the early 90's!!! This car will be running a similar engine as the previous car, but with a whole new drive line and intake set-up....Try twin turbos, intercooler and a whole host of new tricks!!!
I can't wait!
[Edited on 16-3-2005 by humpty]
71superbug ·
im dissapointed 🙁
really wanted to see it run. but oh wel..
next time ey
Anthony
LOWBUG ·
Thats tipicall
64vwmark ·
It would be good if we could start our own VW drag scene over here in Perth. Has anyone got a car that's up to the task over here? Would be good to see some of the V8's and Ricers to be embarrassed.
humpty ·
Yes we have a couple of fast street cars here, that make the drags a few times a year (mine and my brothers!), there are also some fast streeters that I have never seen at the drags. There is one drag bug here in Perth, that hasn't run in ages and there is a new being built right now...this one has a dyno'd 325kw turbocharged TIV engine...No car just yet as such, as the owner has just moved to Perth, but he's looking at my buggy as a possible chassis for it!
Hmmmm!
Attached is an update from Rod's new toy!!!
Body is nearing completion and should be on the chassis in the next few weeks!!!
Rocket Rod is making some moves!!!
NigeType3 ·
let me finish my house and next year (cossed fingers) I should have a street car ready. Still looking for a desent starting point but have limited funds until the house is finished.
To prove my dedication to this Im building the house real close to the plex.
Cheers nige😉
Doug Sweetman ·
Where abouts Nige - I built in Bertram 2 1/2 years ago - the plex is only 5 mins down thomas road from me 🙂
On most nights you can hear anything louder than a doorslammer... ie funny cars, top fuellers and Jet cars. And the Nitro harleys you can hear too.
NigeType3 ·
Not that close but closer than I am know. Im building in Hamond Park its across the freeway from Atwell. I live in Bassendean at the moment it a pain as my office is in Applecross and I so far away from family its hard to get baby sitters.
My sister lives in Atwell and her hubby is a real rev head to, we can talk shit all day in the garage over a carton. Hopping to rope in his help on the new project when it happens.
Now I know your close thats another candidate for :beer
Cheers Nige
Doug Sweetman ·
Sweet. I used to live in Atwell, and my brother still does.
I havent heard of Hamond Park, but I think I know where you are at.
humpty ·
Hey Nige....Welcome back from the 'dark side'!!!
What sort of car you figuring on building....A TIII per chance?
Maybe we can help you out on that!
We need more fast dubs here, so anyway I can help.
Aircooled or other? I know where there is a brand spanking 82mm stroker going cheap! Just needs an engine to wrap around it!!!
Unfortunately, its 'peformance by proxy' for me at the mo'!!!