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Thanks to the Greene County Commissioners for inviting us back again this year. Michael Schindel, publisher The Flashlight Drag Crew is happy to have the longest winter that I can remember­—behind us. During that long winter, the Airport started a building project, only to be delayed by Old Man Winter. The good news is that we are here and racing. If you are new to the races, hopefully you won’t be able to tell that we had to make changes to the layout of the Flashlight Drags. For the regulars, please help us work through the changes.

Changes? Yes, once again we have a few new ideas that we want to try. Based on racer feedback, we eliminated the Big Dog Class. However, we also recognize that these also want to race. To be fair to the true street cars, tuners and trucks, the old Big Dog cars are now called Outlaws. And they will have there own event immediately following the traditional four hours of the Flashlight Drags. The new event is called the Outlaw Hour. It will run from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Spectators will get two shows for the price of one.

So, please sit back and enjoy the season with us. And as always, we welcome your feedback. And make sure to follow us on Facebook.

On behalf of the Flashlight Drag Crew, I extend our appreciation to all of you. Be Safe. Have Fun. Michael Schindel Publisher Altered Gas Performance Events, LLC FLD

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www.FlashlightDrags.com | Flashlight Drags 1 2 Flashlight Drags | www.FlashlightDrags.com FLASHLIGHT DRAGS OFFICIAL RULES Simple Rules These events are intended for street cars and trucks only! • SAFETY FIRST! You’re an Outlaw if — • Have fun – this is a family-friendly event • Your is higher • 1/8 mile distance – 660 feet of the fastest than your roof pavement in Greene County • You have a plastic • Valid Driver’s License and no • Proof of Insurance side glass • Current State Inspection (if a PA car) • You need three people • DOT to help you get the car • Burn Outs – Designated Area only started and to get it to • No Passengers (except Parade Lap) the starting line • Racers must sign Greene County Waiver Registration for the • Convertibles – tops up or bring a helmet Outlaw Hour: 11:30 am to 5:00 pm – Cost $25 • Speed limit in the spectator return lane 25 MPH Test and Tune during the Flashlight Drags is available. You must pay the Flashlight Drag entry fee for test and tune. Details will be explained at the general 1:30 pm driver’s meeting. How does this work? A second MANDATORY driver’s meeting will take place at How do I fi nd 5:00 pm. someone to race? PROCEDURES • Ladder is set by registration time (First in, fi rst on the These are the two most often asked questions at the Flash- ladder, last to arrive, last on the ladder) light Drags. Finding a race partner isn’t hard … someone • Your car must be able to race in back-to-back races will usually fi nd you. When you are ready to race and if (no returning to the Pits, these are still “street cars”) you don’t have a race partner, simply drive up to the staging • Slicks are allowed lane and follow the signs to Singles Lane. This lane is set aside for racers who don’t have a partner or for the person • Open Headers allowed who just wants the thrill of racing, they are happy to race • Driver door must open (on Dragsters) anyone who pulls up next to them at the starting line. It’s • Payout 50% of entry fee paid out that day, the remaining just like “street racing.” 50% paid-out at the end of the season • Points will be awarded and tracked throughout the Rain Out Policy season All Sunday Rain Outs will be rescheduled based upon an • NO ALCHOL to be consumed by the driver during the day agreeable schedule with the county. We will try for the • Altered Gas Events reserves to right to eject any driver following Sunday. and car from the event as we see fi t (think safety here) If the event gets rained out after we start, keep your num- • Run what you brung … and you better hope you brought bered armband for admission for the following Sunday. No enough one will be admitted free of charge without a rain check • No Crying armband. More details will be spelled out during the MANDATORY driver’s meeting at 5:00 PM

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www.FlashlightDrags.com | Flashlight Drags 9 FLASHLIGHT DRAGS FEATUREEDITORIAL JUNK YARD Part 2 — of the Backyard Jewel Builder Series

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hoosing a cover story for the season opener of the Flashlight Drags Program is never easy, neither is Cbuilding a ’34 Dodge Hot Rod Pick Up Truck from junk yard parts. Bill Slagel did it, and for the most part, I will let the JUNK YARD photographs tell the story. You won’t see this vehicle racing down the runway, but you’ll Part 2 — recognize Bill and his daughter, Lisa. They rarely miss a race. of the Backyard Bill is a master builder. Over the years, he’s built all sorts of Builder Series unusual projects including his racecars, car hauler, and now this ’34 Dodge, just to name a few.

When Bill told me about this project, I grabbed Dan Dishart, our resident photographer, and we paid a visit to Bill’s garage. We couldn’t believe the resourcefulness of this guy. Janet and Bill Slagel We also couldn’t believe the end product.

I have to list the junk yard parts here that Bill salvaged to build this truck. It is absolutely astonishing. You will be able to identify many of them in the photos.

Parts List: – 392ci Hemi – 671 Blower from a J4 Alice-Chalmers – 9 inch Ford rear end – Detroit Locker – AMC Pacer front end – Roof from a 1962 International Scout – Stainless Steel Frame salvaged from an acid bath tank, scrapped by Allegheny Ludlum Steel. Bill did all of the fabrication work – Stainless steel bed from a scrapped cafeteria counter at John Kane Hospital – Tool Box from a bundle of hardwood fl ooring – Truck bed – rough cut oak CONTINUED

www.FlashlightDrags.com | Flashlight Drags 11 FLASHLIGHT DRAGS FEATURE JUNK YARDJewel – Seat from a junkyard Fiero – Dash crafted from oak – Suicide door hinges - strap steel handmade then tempered – Door Latches from a VW Rabbit – Interior rafted by Janet, Bill’s equally- talented wife and building partner

A truly unique automotive creation, this truck is a genuine Junk Yard Jewel. Thanks to Bill and Janet for sharing their story. FLD Photos by Dan Dishart Photography

Lisa Slagel and Her ‘37 Ford

Driver Profi le: For twenty years I have co-owned a car and truck rental franchise along with a quick oil service sta- tion. I have been doing the FLDs for about 6 years now and it has been a whole lot of fun. Everyone you meet is so friendly. Some of the best races I have had Car Details Year : 1937 | Make: Ford | Model: Highboy pickup have been the ones that I’ve lost, so it’s really about having a good time and being safe. Forget bracket racing and handicaps, heads-up street racing is real Modifi cations drag racing. • Chevy 427 Tall Block bored and stroked to 496 • 400 Turbo transmission with trans brake Likes - I can go challenge someone to a drag race, • 9” Ford rear end with 3.50 gears and not worry about sirens pulling up behind me … • Frame is homemade tubing frame not that its ever happened before. • Homemade aluminum bed among many other parts

Dislikes – I miss Zelienople! All of the work was done by my father, Bill Slagel.

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For more informaton on this collection, contact: GEORGE MYRTER 100 North Meadows Drive Wexford, PA 15090 724-935-2422 Cell 724-316-5070

Car Photography by Dave Anderson [email protected]