1966 Dragfest Tribute night

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The weekend just past was the setting for the tribute/reunion for the 1966 Dragfest. The Dragfest was the first USA tour of Australia and a hallmark for Australian Drag Racing. The Dragfest is what really kicked off Drag Racing in Australia.

American Bob Keith was guest of honour. He attended the original Drag Fest and was one of only 2 people to do all 3 tours.

Here's some pics from the weekend..

Courtesy of George B..

Ross Preen's “Banshee” Cacklecar and Dave Armstrong’s AA/FD



Eddie Thomas at 91 years old on the left. Bob Keith in the seat.



One of the original drivers (And the original builder) John Maher enjoying the memories

More pics to come..

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some wicked photos preen...i love all this old drag stuff

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Glad to hear someone else is interested! haha.

By the way, the tall older guy with the cap on standing and chatting with John Maher (and also squatting down near the fuel tank with him) is Morrie Carlton. He purchased the car from John and raced it in A/FD and a few times in Top Fuel.. We have restored the car to the way Morrie used to have it. He and John hadn't seen eachother in about 30 years..