Drag Racing In 70's

Drag Racing in the 70's is an essential historical reference book for automotive enthusiasts, mechanics, and classic drag racing historians who want to understand the golden era of quarter-mile competition. Published by S-A Books, this comprehensive volume captures the raw speed, engineering innovation, and cultural phenomenon that defined 1970s drag racing—a decade when nitro-burning funny cars, fuel dragsters, and bracket racers pushed mechanical limits while establishing many of the safety and performance standards still respected today.

This hardbound reference measures 8.5 x 11 inches with a spine thickness of 0.5 inches, weighing 1.45 lbs, making it a substantial and durable format ideal for long-term library storage and repeated use. The publication documents drag racing's technical evolution during the 70s, including coverage of fuel system innovations and transmission advancements in TurboHydramatic and manual shifter configurations.

High-quality photography, race reports, and engineering analysis provide the visual and technical foundation that mechanics and builders need to understand the advancements of the era. Whether you're restoring a vintage muscle car or researching the foundational developments in high-performance engine tuning, this book delivers authentic documentation and insights from an unforgettable era of American motorsport.