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The FE Race & Reunion is Celebrating 5 Years
The FE Race & Reunion (FERR) has something for every fan of the Ford FE engine as it showcases the finest all FE classic, collector, vintage automobiles and all FE drag racing this April 28-29, 2017
(Beaver Springs, PA) –
When “Beaver” Bob McCardle opens the gates on April 28th to his world famous Beaver Springs Dragway
www.beaversprings.com rolling in will be the largest gathering of Ford FE powered vehicles anywhere in the world. The Ford FE engine had been in production from 1958 through 1976. Engine sizes from 332 cubic inches through 428 cubic inches have found their way from the factory in many cars and pickup trucks during that era. These days you’ll find these engines stroked to over 500 cubic inches and found in anything with wheels. You’ll also find Ford racing celebrities who were pioneers on the racetracks across America in the 1960’s & 70’s. Spectators will have a unique and unparalleled opportunity to meet and talk with the racing legends at a social gathering at the track on April 28. Fans will also have the opportunity to see some of the finest and rarest FE powered vehicles that car aficionados have prized over the years.
ABOUT THE ALL FE DRAG RACING
Test & Tune on Friday, racing & eliminations on Saturday
Pro FE: Sponsored by Survival Motorsports
www.survivalmotorsports.com will be the Pro FE class. Pro FE will be the eight quickest FE powered vehicles taking time shots on the Beaver Springs quarter mile drag strip. Eliminations will be run to determine the Pro FE champ.
Hot FE: Hot FE will be vehicles that run an 11.99 ET or quicker and includes the first round loser of Pro FE. Eliminations will be run to determine the Hot FE champ.
Cool FE: Cool FE will be all vehicles that run a 12.00 ET or slower. Eliminations will be run to determine the Cool FE champ.
NEW - Cobra Jet Shootout: Sponsored by Dan Woods. Any factory produced 428 Cobra Jet powered car may enter this special eliminations race to determine who will be the Cobra Jet champ.
Bird Race: This is compared to a Gambler’s race where anyone can pay $10 and run for a special hand crafted FE Bird plaque.
Race fees: Friday $25 TnT, Saturday $40 racing.
ABOUT THE ALL FE AUTO SHOW
Open to all FE powered vehicles including a Diamond in the Rough (DITR) class for the best unfinished FE project vehicle. Awards include “Beaver” Bob’s pick, promoter’s pick, Randy DeLisio’s pick, Best of Show, Top 10 and DITR. Fee to enter car show $15 (includes driver). All show vehicles will get an opportunity to take one pass down the quarter mile and receive a time slip.
HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED
VIP $100 Sponsorship*: For $100 anyone can support the FERR. VIP Sponsors will receive two general admission event tickets, one for each day, two t-shirt vouchers, event decals and $10 Beaver Bucks to use at the concession stands. You’ll also get your name or business announced over the PA system throughout the day.
* Racers that do the VIP $100 will receive $20 towards their racing fee instead of admission tickets.
Just send your $100 check and a note to:
Beaver Springs Dragway
109 Race Track Lane
Beaver Springs, PA 17812
Spectator/crew admission: $10 (Friday), $15 (Saturday)
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