ford_1919 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Hello all, Some time ago, I heard that someone was considering recreating the 1930 V8 Oakland racer that participated in the 1930 Indy 500. The original car #38 placed 11th and was driven by Claude Burton. I haven't seen or heard if the recreation project actually got started or if the car is completed. Does anyone have an update or perhaps know of anyone else attempting an Oakland Indy tribute car? Any information is appreciated. Thanks! Erik (ford_1919) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScarredKnightfan Posted April 3, 2016 Share Posted April 3, 2016 I don't know ... but, you might try contacting the Pontiac-Oakland Museum in Pontiac IL. I don't know if they'd have info on that or not.... Cort > www.oldcarsstronghearts.com pigValve.paceMaker.cowValve | 79 CC to 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis?! "It's hard to keep moving when your plans are a bust" __ The Road Crew __ 'Dust' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kornkurt Posted April 10, 2016 Share Posted April 10, 2016 Erik, The man you need to talk to is John Armstrong. His email is: jarmst2@columbus.rr.com The car is about done. Kurt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ford_1919 Posted April 12, 2016 Author Share Posted April 12, 2016 Thanks very much! Erik 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stooy Posted June 2, 2016 Share Posted June 2, 2016 Two mates of mine from Australia (also Oakland V8 owners) went over and worked with John to get it running for the 100 years of indy celebration. Here is a photo I was sent the other day. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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