Scary Moments in Your Racing Career?

Chad Rhodes · 12-10-2008, 10:42 PM

at the Memphis divisional last qualifying pass this year. Felt the motor stumble about 1100', was about to jump off the throttle when it let go, and let go BAD. I grabbed the wheel with both hands and was preaparing for having schrapnel/oil under the tires at well over 120mph. Thankfully it contained itself in the oil pan, only hole went right into the side of the starter, no oil ran out.

My biggest fear was wrecking dad's original 427/435 68 corvette that he has owned since 1970. I wasn't concerned about hurting myself, because if I had lived dad would have finished the job, lol. I am pretty sure there will be a diaper on the car from now on

12-10-2008, 10:42 PM	#2
Chad Rhodes VIP Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Where the Green Grass Grows, AL Posts: 2,375 Likes: 0 Liked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Scary Moments in Your Racing Career? at the Memphis divisional last qualifying pass this year. Felt the motor stumble about 1100', was about to jump off the throttle when it let go, and let go BAD. I grabbed the wheel with both hands and was preaparing for having schrapnel/oil under the tires at well over 120mph. Thankfully it contained itself in the oil pan, only hole went right into the side of the starter, no oil ran out. My biggest fear was wrecking dad's original 427/435 68 corvette that he has owned since 1970. I wasn't concerned about hurting myself, because if I had lived dad would have finished the job, lol. I am pretty sure there will be a diaper on the car from now on __________________ Chad Rhodes 2113 I/SA

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