NHRA legend Bill "Grumpy" Jenkins at the 1968 U.S. Nationals!

Check Out This Footage of Bill “Grumpy” Jenkins Running at the 1968 NHRA Nationals— Gear Jamming, Smoking a Cigar. It's a remarkable glimpse into the past, showcasing not only his impressive driving skills but also the vibrant culture of drag racing during that era. The roar of the engines and the excitement of the crowd make it a true classic for motorsport enthusiasts. With every pass down the strip, you can feel the adrenaline and passion that defined the sport at the time. This footage serves as a nostalgic reminder of the golden age of racing, where every moment was electrifying and every race was a battle of skill and grit. “Grumpy” Jenkins’ status as an NHRA legend is uncontested. Wheeling a number of violent Chevrolets, Jenkins was an engineer first and a racer second and tolerated no fools at the line. His line of Grumpy’s Toy cars were well-built machines that were something to seriously be feared by other competitors in Super Stock and Pro Stock. Running against such competition as Dick Landy, Ronnie Sox, and Don Nicholson, Grumpy strived for consistency and clean performances. This footage from the 1968 NHRA Nationals takes a look in and around Jenkins’ world as the race unfolds. You’ll get interviews aplenty, looks around the cars, and, of course, great historical drag racing footage. They just don’t make ’em like this anymore…

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