Warplane On Wheels: An Allison V-12 Slingshot, Innovation, and More @brianlohnes3079
Warplane On Wheels: An Allison V-12 Slingshot, Innovation, and More  @brianlohnes3079
Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 22 hours ago
This is the story of Lee Pendleton and his famed Spitfire Allison aircraft engine powered slingshot dragster. It includes a deep dive into the details of the car, its inspiration, the engine, the technical specs behind it, and the life of a man who has not gotten enough credit in the sport of drag racing's storied history.

This video is a deep dive into the tech of this amazing machine, its origins, and the advancements it created. There's also a look into Spitfire II, the City Slicker pulling tractor and more!
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Warplane On Wheels: An Allison V-12 Slingshot, Innovation, and More

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