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Originally Posted by orange parmejohn good stuff, rbroyles. i had never heard of those guys, but i am glad to hear that someone cares enough to keep their memories alive. its an amazing thing, to lose your life in a race car. much respect. |
The wreck occured on the second lap with six or seven cars Sachs & Macdonalds cars both burst into flames, burning them alive. It led to switching from Gasoline to alchohol and the reduction of fuel tank capacity. The cars held up to 80 gallons at the time.