MISC ITEMS FROM THE AGENT'S NOTEBOOK

Agent 1320 hears that the Goodguys Vintage Drag Racing Assn. is going to require that the injected, small block powered A/FD run the tall injector stacks next season so that they will look period specific. He also hears that sanctioning body is considering mandating a purpose-built MSD 12 amp with a built-in rev-limiter to help prevent engine explosions.

Speaking of Nostalgia, the Agent recently saw some photos of the newly renovated Tulsa Dragway. The Agent competed at the old track when the NHRA held their World Finals there and later when it was an AHRA track under the ownership of Gerald Pritchard. The Agent was happy to see that the new owners are going to retain the covered grandstands, replacing the old tin roofs with canvas. The Agent was saddened to see that they did tear down the unique circular tower that was a copy of the old Orange County tower. (DRO file photo by Steve Reyes) [7-30-2004]

WESTERVELT NAMED GOODGUYS VRA DIRECTOR

Larry Westervelt has been named Director of the Goodguys Vintage Drag Racing Association, effective August 1. A long-time hot rodder, Westervelt has held several positions in the Goodguys organization, including National Event Director, VRA Tech Liaison and AA/GAS and A/GAS Liaison.

In his new role, Westervelt will oversee all aspects of the Goodguys VRA including managins the VRA Tech staff, events management, and sponsorship relations. [7-30-2004]

BILLY GLIDDEN MATCH RACE?

A couple of the Agent's operatives from the Houston area called with the news that Billy Glidden and Jeff Naiser might square off soon in a $10,000 winner-take-all match race. As you no doubt know, Glidden runs a nitrous oxide-injected small block Ford and Naiser a small block Chevy nitrous combo. So far the deal is just in the "double-dog dare" stage but if these two do square off it could be entertaining. The Agent will keep you informed. (Jeff Burk photo) [7-30-2004]