We are still working on the Burke Avanti :
1.) Have built a starter engine N/A 259 Studebaker engine as a starter engine to get all the systems working, test dry sump, and cooling system. In the back ground we are building our 1st Salt engine a 327 Studebaker engine, plan on running twin turbos.
2.) With help from family & friends we did a "Monster Garage" long weekend repaint.
3.) We installed front brakes (The car had only rear drum brakes) We hope to run the car at Ohio Mile ECTA with our sights on the the Salt and El Mirage in fall of 2015
4.) I could not fit in and out of the car due to size & weight, So thanks to Jeff Rice and his Shop we are doing a retrofit on the roll cage. Additions will include, a full containment seat, retro-fit of steering column so that we can possibly use the drivers side door as the main entry & exit. With the engine set back and existing steering and cage the drivers door was blocked and entry / exit was from passenger side only.
Just Love this car and can not wait to get it racing again !
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