![]() ![]() After only a single run, it was apparent to Breedlove that the car would not work, because he could not control the car. The car itself had a strange steering mechanism, using only breaks and a rudder. It was finally shown in California after being delayed three times so it could be finished. Because of the speed with which they built the car (needed to be done for Bonneville Salt Flats '62), it was much more expensive than they had initially estimated. Goodyear agreed to build the brakes and wheels as well as supply tires that would hold up to the speed of 600 miles per hour.Įverything was built by hand and it took weeks to complete much of the body, which was made out of aluminum. He was unable to find a sponsor for a period but was able to eventually find Shell Oil. Micky Thompson had a four engine car named The Challenger that struggled to break record, leading Breedlove to believe that an engine-driven car was not the answer.Ĭraig had the idea for a jet propulsion system that he believed would allow for faster speeds than an engine driven model. Failed to break world record for speed after his clutch exploded while going 234 mph. Opening scenes of him driving cars on salt flats of various shapes, etc. Languages English Historical Note Return to TopĬraig Breedlove started at 13 with a '34 Ford that his parents bought him. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law, condition of the material, or by donor. Five business days advanced notice required. Materials must be used on-site no use of original material, access copies will be made available for viewing. Repository University of Utah Libraries, Special Collections Many of the films feature shots of the Bonneville Salt Flats near Wendover, Utah, but they also feature racing in various other styles and from various other locations, including Daytona, Madison Square Garden, and California. 1963 1973 Quantity 5 16mm films, 4 DVDs Collection Number A0078 Summary The LandSpeed Productions Bonneville Salt Flats racing films (1963-1970) are a collection of motorcycle racing films. ![]()
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