Champion-powered TROG racer build

[bhapner]

Not being acquainted with the meaning of the TROG acronym, and not wanting to put my ignorance on display here, I did a google search. Here's what I came up with: "Acronym. Definition. TROG. Tasman Radiation Oncology Group". I doubt that a Stude powered cancer treatment device is being built so, OK, clue me in.

bhapner

[Skip Lackie]

The Race of Gentlemen.

[bhapner]

The Race of Gentlemen.

Thanks, but dang, that leaves me out.

bhapner

[JRoberts]

I have always been intrigued by the TROG and wondered if a Champion engine would qualify. I am certainly glad to hear that it does. One of these days I will have to make it up to New Jersey to watch this event. I wish you much luck, and loads of fun.

[sals54]

I think there's a TROG happening this March here in Cali and again this October in Pismo Beach. I'm hoping to have my 37 Coupe ready for the October event. I won't be able to compete, but it looks like a blast to attend.

[rkapteyn]

Hi, Bob,

No, we're not acquainted with Mr. Forrest. Where is he located?

jack

One of my customers in Michigan is restoring a 1928 Dictator and send the engine and a lot of money to this individual.
I can not find any information on this guy and it could be a scam!
Anyone else ever heard of him?
He maybe totally legit but the huge amount of money does not sound right.
Please PM me with any information.

[SouthBendShaker]

I think there's a TROG happening this March here in Cali and again this October in Pismo Beach. I'm hoping to have my 37 Coupe ready for the October event. I won't be able to compete, but it looks like a blast to attend.

October is the main event in Wildwood, New Jersey. Last year's Pismo Beach TROG was ill-fated from the start and will not likely happen again. The Santa Barbara Drags is currently the only west coast event scheduled.

[sals54]

October is the main event in Wildwood, New Jersey. Last year's Pismo Beach TROG was ill-fated from the start and will not likely happen again. The Santa Barbara Drags is currently the only west coast event scheduled.

Thats a bummer. What happened at Pismo Beach? I was so looking forward to it.

[Dwain G.]

There is a nice 6 page history of the TROG with lots of photos in the current issue of Hot Rod Magazine (April 2019)

[ddub]

Here is a link to some info.

https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/the-race-of-gentlemen-wildwood-new-jersey

https://www.theraceofgentlemen.com/

[SouthBendShaker]

Well we’ve been chugging along on this and it’s finally starting to look like something. The olive green is turning out to be a great color, and it is going to pop even more once the frame is black. Got the cycle tires mounted up, and some mock-up on the seat and fuel tank. It was pretty fun to sit in and make motor noises.

[52-fan]

That project looks like tons of fun. I love following posts like this.

[junior]

Nice work and great progress! Are there any plans for any type of body? Cheers, Junior

[SouthBendShaker]

Nice work and great progress! Are there any plans for any type of body? Cheers, Junior

Not at this point. We are running the Rail Class for TROG, which is no body whatsoever. Will we possibly add some sheet metal at a later date? Not out of the question. I have a feeling this thing is going to get around a good bit, and into whatever events we can. We like to drive 'em!

[SouthBendShaker]

Sunday’s work session got the wishbones on both ends anchored, steering arms modified, rear lever shocks adapted, seat mounted and roll bar mocked up. Chugging along on all this while the engine is at the machine shop. Forward progress!