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Tractor explodes during tractor pulling event in the Netherlands

powerblocktv — Wed, 22 May 2013 21:52:36 +0000

A tractor explodes during its run at the 1996 Terwolde, Netherlands tractor pulling event.

Thoughts? Leave a comment below, or send us a tweet to @PowerBlockTV.

Supercharged Camaro SS vs. Tuned GTR

powerblocktv — Wed, 22 May 2013 21:38:00 +0000

A Supercharged Camaro SS and a Tuned GTR go head-to-head at the drag strip.

Check it out, and tell us what you think. Leave a comment below, or send us a tweet to @PowerBlockTV.

Gearhead starts ’69 Ford Fastback for the first time after engine rebuild

powerblocktv — Wed, 22 May 2013 20:41:13 +0000

A 1969 Ford Fastback with a modified 302 cubic-inch engine starts up for the first time after being rebuilt.

Turn it up, and tell us what you think! Leave a comment below, or send us a tweet to @PowerBlockTV.

MuscleCar: Copo Camaro Component Restoration

powerblocktv — Wed, 22 May 2013 19:58:02 +0000

This week on a NEW episode of MuscleCar, the guys work on rescuing several stock pieces of their 1969 COPO Camaro Tribute Project. A pair of bucket seats with broken frames need some help, a steering column rebuild can save serious bucks, and we show you a garage-fix for a broken plastic grill!

Catch this NEW episode of MuscleCar at 10:30 a.m. EST on Spike TV!

Plus, flashback takes a look at our COPO’s cousin, another famous ’69 Camaro, the Z28 RS. (AKA “The Hugger.”)

See parts from this week’s show here: MuscleCar Parts

2000 HP Corvette crashes during drag race

powerblocktv — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:06:50 +0000

In this feature from 1320video, this drag race clip highlights a Corvette that had a bad run at KOTSVIII in October.

Thankfully, the driver was ok.

Feel free to scroll ahead to the 2:30 mark to see the race.

What do you think went wrong? Leave a comment below, or send us a tweet to @PowerBlockTV.

George Barris to be inducted into SEMA Hall of Fame

powerblocktv — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:43:23 +0000

Hemmings Daily reports that George Barris will be inducted into the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) hall of fame this year for his influential role in customizing cars for televisions shows of the 1960s.

Barris is credited with his work on the original Batmobile, the Muster Koach and many, many others.

Last year, we featured George Barris in PowerBlock Magazine, which you can check out by clicking here.

What’s your favorite George Barris build? Leave a comment below, or send us a tweet to @PowerBlockTV.

Off-roaders get down and dirty at WGMP dam jump event

powerblocktv — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:02:31 +0000

There’s nothing wrong with getting a little dirty from time to time. Take a look at this jump that took place at the West Georgia Mud Park earlier this month.

Are you going off roaring this holiday weekend? Leave a comment below, or send us a tweet to @PowerBlockTV.

Classic Chevy Nova takes its turn on the dyno

powerblocktv — Wed, 22 May 2013 16:12:23 +0000

Check out the numbers this modified Chevy Nova puts out on the dyno.

Take a look, and tell us what you think. (Hopefully your speakers can handle it.) Leave a comment below, or send us a tweet to @PowerBlockTV.

Have a dyno video to share? Post it to www.mypowerblock.com!

Drag machine’s secret weapon is a powerful jet engine

powerblocktv — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:02:26 +0000

This drag machine’s secret weapon is none other than the powerful jet engine that sends it down the strip. Turn it up, and take a listen!

Have you ever seen anything like it? Leave a comment below, or send us a tweet to @PowerBlockTV.

2011 Ford Mustang vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO

powerblocktv — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:05:18 +0000

A 2011 Ford Mustang goes against a 1970 Pontiac GTO in this head-to-head race down the drag strip.

Who do you think takes it? Leave a comment below, or send us a tweet to @PowerBlockTV.