Newport hill climb

[t walgamuth]

I discovered my 54 will be qualified to run up the hill at Newport. I understand that Studebakers are very competitive there. Anybody here into Newport?

[Son O Lark]

My father was very into the Newport Hill Climb.. The Indy Chapter has a big following going to Newport every year. I currently have my father's car that made several record runs at Newport. It has been a few years since The Possum Smasher ran there. It would need a fresher clutch to really compete. It doesn't quite bark 'em like it used to. That '54 you bought is a sweet car. Have fun going up the hill. I may see you there. Barry

[Frank54]

When I lived in Illinois I went to Newport several times with friends. One friend had a gorgeous 37 Desoto Coupe he ran for several years.
I think the cutoff year for orphan brands is 55.
Have fun!

[t walgamuth]

Thanks guys! Just thinking about driving strategy....I am projecting second gear od...?

[Bordeaux Daytona]

I think Ed George ran his '55 Pickup there a couple of years ago,

[Commander Eddie]

Oh, goody! Can you arrange to have someone video record your run(s)? Maybe put a dashcam or GoPro in or on the car. That would be awesome, as the youngsters say.

[t walgamuth]

Oh, goody! Can you arrange to have someone video record your run(s)? Maybe put a dashcam or GoPro in or on the car. That would be awesome, as the youngsters say.

I don't have that skill but perhaps a grand child can help me.

[DEEPNHOCK]

Dale McPherson (RIP) used to love running at that event...

[Dick Steinkamp]

Thanks guys! Just thinking about driving strategy....I am projecting second gear od...?

Won't the kick down switch prevent you from staying in OD if you use full throttle?

[t walgamuth]

I hope not. Will it?

[PekkaP]

The former "Newport Hill Climb record holder" resides now at our garage here in Helsinki, Finland. It is going through some body repairs and basic issues like brakes, fuel , ignition etc. Also the interior is in process. Thank you Barry for all your help in assisting with the delivery . I may not be able to bring it back to Newport Hill Climb but the stickers on the window will stay there. And it will continue to surprise the drivers of some more modern vehicles in traffic here.

[8E45E]

Keep an eye out for BP. He's a 'regular' there:

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Craig

[t walgamuth]

Nice looking car! Is it a stick? Will it pull the hill in second overdrive?