Dragway 42 Nostalgic Photos

[Woj]

Got this link from a friend of mine. Not sure if it is a repeat. Some very cool stuff here. Enjoy.

Phil W.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/dragway-42-west-salem-ohio-mid-60s.857412/

[Bill Pritchard]

I don't know if it's a repeat either, but I enjoyed it even if it is. Can't get enough of those vintage drag racing pics. How about that late 40's Packard sedan....talk about different <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/shocked.gif Thanks for posting, Phil!

[olredalert]

----Saw Akron Arlens 65 in there with the &quot;RC Industries&quot; logo on the door. That's when Arlen was working for Russ Ciefert in the RC Speed Shop on rt. 42 just west of Medina. Russ owned a 65 Shelby so Im wondering weather the shot of the one here in front of the Goodyear racing truck was his. I used to pass that speed shop every night on the way home from work, and stopped in all the time. Bought a set of chrome reverse wheels from them for my 64 Chevelle (had to buy them two at a time). Arlen used to buy all kinds of stuff at my Dads hardware store in Medina. Great guy!......Bill S

[68l30]

Great pics, I've been looking forward to the return of Dragway 42. Although most everything I loved about the old track is gone, it's nice to see the rebirth of a local landmark. It's said, today it's almost impossible to open a new strip and remain profittable. I applaud the efforts of all involved, this place is going to be awesome! Can't wait to hear the thunder again at 42!!

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