'Match Race' ~ 1968 Barracuda '340-S' vs. 1971 'Duster 340'
1968 Barracuda 340 'Formula S'
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In September 1967 , a new 1968 Barracuda 4-Speed Fastback w/3.55 Gears was brought
to the 1967 NHRA Indy Nationals during Prep Week.
The 'test' Barracuda ran 14.35's @ 97 MPH with E-70 x 14" Tires with Plymouth Racing Tech
- Jerry Gross driving.
After some Clutch Adjustments, Carb Tweaking, Advanced Timing by the Chrysler Racing Techs
and 'over-inflated' Front Tires.
They hit a low of > 14.17 @ 98.0 MPH
Note; In the process, they destroyed the 'Inland Shifter' and ruined the Clutch Assembly.