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Drag Racing History: 576mph in 1960 ( Green Monster )

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Dive into the riveting saga of Art Arfons and his iconic creation, the Green Monster, as we unravel the astonishing history of drag racing! From his humble beginnings tinkering with farm equipment to achieving legendary status as America's Greatest Back Yard Hot Rodder, Arfons revolutionized the sport with the Green Monster's unprecedented power, boasting 13000 horsepower, 17500 foot pounds of thrust, and a mindblowing top speed of over 570 MPH in the 1960s. Join us on a journey through time as we witness the evolution of this engineering marvel, powered by a surplus F104 Starfighter J79 jet engine, and relive the heartstopping moments at Bonneville Salt Flats where Arfons shattered landspeed records. Despite his passing in 2007, Art Arfons's legacy and the thunderous roar of the Green Monster continue to echo through motorsports history, inspiring enthusiasts worldwide with his indomitable spirit and relentless pursuit of speed!

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