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Hot Rods and Racing Cars #54 (1961)

Charlton · 1961 · 36 pages

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Contains 5 stories
Poor Risk!
6 pp · car

Clint Curtis has poured his mechanical genius into Dad Meacham's blue speedster, but he's made a promise to his mother that keeps him out of competitive racing—until Dad's heart condition forces him to take the wheel in a high-stakes race. With Dad Meacham sidelined and 200 laps ahead of him, Clint discovers whether raw talent and a perfectly-tuned engine are enough to outrun both the competition and his own doubts.

The Legacy
6 pp · car

Homer Traub inherits his grandfather's ancient touring car—a seemingly worthless piece of junk that's been sitting behind the barn for years—and decides to restore it to running condition despite his family's skepticism. Working through the summer, taking on a gas station job to fund parts, and teaching himself engine work along the way, Homer transforms the old car into something that surprises even his cocky friend Pete and his own father. As Thanksgiving approaches and Grandfather Traub arrives for dinner, Homer prepares to show the old man what his legacy has become.

Past Glory
4 pp · car

Young Richie Walls drives an old clunker that's the laughingstock of town—until Mr. Gildea, who once owned the car new, convinces him it could be beautiful again if he puts in the work, especially if he wants to win back his daughter Betty's attention. Richie commits to a complete restoration, earning the money through odd jobs and learning the craft along the way as he rebuilds the car from engine to finish.

A Quick Tune-Up
1 pp · car

A Quick Tune-Up walks you through the essentials of keeping your car running right between major overhauls—no mechanic required. Learn how to inspect your spark plugs, check your wiring and points, clean your carburetor, and dial in a smooth idle so your engine purrs instead of sputters. A practical guide for any driver ready to take basic maintenance into their own hands.

The Racer
6 pp · car

Pete Henshaw tears down a state highway at breakneck speed, indifferent to the danger—until Trooper John Shay pursues him in a desperate high-speed chase that pushes both drivers and their cars to the limit. When Henshaw's recklessness nearly kills a young girl, Shay makes a choice that forces the speeding driver to confront the real cost of his arrogance.

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