I hate to ask, but... what happened to the Group44 TR8?

Started by Moderator, September 11, 2008, 01:51:53 PM

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Moderator

I saw where someone mentioned that it "blew up" on Saturday at Watkins Glen.

Engine?

Crash?

(Photos?)
1971 MGB GT V8
Buick 215 w/ Rover heads, custom EFI & crank-fired ignition.
Custom front and rear coilover suspensions.

WedgeWorks1

From what Tim Lanocha told me Lanky thought it might be a rod. Tim had a video camera in the car when it happened so it will be coming to a You Tube site near you! The irony is this is not the first time but one of several times!

WedgeWorks1

Curtis-
I got the scoop on Bill Warner's Group 44 TR8....it was the #2 & #3 connecting rod bearings let go as you can see what the end result is.....................
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