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Just the facts, ma’am

The mid-1970s decision by the McGees to pursue a radical new line in drag racing engines, specifically one targeted at nitromethane-burning vehicles, such as Top Fuellers and Funny Cars, was a brave move. And not just commercially, either.

Top Fuel dragsters were then and remain the quickest accelerating racing vehicles in the world. Today the fastest competitors reach speeds up to 338mph [544kmh] and finish the 1000 foot

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