Well guys: This is all very, very interesting and informative. Since I have never experienced the thrill of actually racing one of these brutes I have nothing of substance to recommend. Except to reinforce the suggestion of practice, practice, practice those line launches. That is probably where this race will be won. Since I am a new member and not yet on the roster, I have a request. I see that a number of you are recommending removing your air cleaners (just temporarily for the race) and I see that Don Verity has just listed a K&N Air filter number. It reminds me that I am in desperate need of a pair of complete Air Cleaners for my '63 / '64 Short Ram setup. I have heard that the club at one time had a few repro sets produced. Does anyone have a line on any that might be laying around? Not the oval ones, The Round ones. Also, if the club would sponsor another run of repro Air Cleaners, I would certainly be the first in line with a deposit. I'll even beg, Please, Please! Thanks, and good luck with the "Great Race". John Mc Adams Contact at: (clafong@xxxxxxxxxxxxx)