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Mike Kilger's new roadster
« on: July 08, 2014, 12:54:39 PM »
Here's a photo taken at El Mirage of Mike Kilger's new ride.  Those responsible include Kenerd Deeds, Jon Meyer and Mike Kilger.

The old 505 roadster ran under Burbank engine AA/  B/G/R, with Bonneville 49er Duane McKinney at the wheel.    That car/driver still holds a few records.  The motor in it now is for testing and getting seat time.

I'm posting this for Mike, but since he does once in a while visit the Forum -- ask him any questions you might have.  I probably don't know the answers. :? :?
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Re: Mike Kilger's new roadster
« Reply #1 on: July 09, 2014, 01:12:00 AM »
Doesn't appear to have a "front driving axle"...
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Re: Mike Kilger's new roadster
« Reply #2 on: July 09, 2014, 10:33:56 AM »
ya Jimmy, no front drive axle on this roadster.  You know  Bonneville roadster history better than anyone  :wink:   

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Re: Mike Kilger's new roadster
« Reply #3 on: July 09, 2014, 11:12:47 AM »
Mike, What happened to that cool turbo setup you showed me?  I thought it was pretty ingenious.  Tony
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Re: Mike Kilger's new roadster
« Reply #4 on: July 09, 2014, 11:52:06 AM »
Tony the turbo's will be later, after I get some needed seat time. Can we talk tea its hot out here? lol  thanks