Street Rod Evangelists Staff,
Collector vehicles, like our street rods, need to be driven on a regular basis to keep them in top condition. The number of miles most are driven in a year usually don’t come close to what someone’s everyday car is driven…even for those who do ven- ture cross country to large shows like the NSRA National events. We need to continue to be vigi- lant in watching not only in Minnesota, but across every state, that the camel doesn’t get its nose under the tent. What may seem like government “cleaning up” some statutes can become a much more focused effort to change our ability to enjoy our old cars and gather with like-minded friends while doing so. Wally Burchill NSRA Minnesota State Representative Wally, Your concerns parallel Early Times Custom Car Club member Jerry Jones whose letter we ran last month outlining his 16-year struggle in Ohio to get Historic Replica titles and license plates for vehicles built from parts. Although restrictive, following the DMV’s guidelines that govern antique vehicles seems a reasonable alternative to what could be. This topic is just one of many hurdles that need jumping before the race is finished. You’ve got to recognize the hard work and dedication to those who finish in the cruisin’ lanes.—ED
What a great idea publishing the article “Street Rod Evangelists” that was in my recent issue! Whether you refer to street rodding as an interest, a hobby, a lifestyle, or a passion, none of it would exist as we know it without a dedicated legion of volun- teers keeping the wheels turning. How about featur- ing a couple of them in every issue? The recognition is more than well-deserved so thank you one and all. Jeff Peirce Indianapolis, Indiana Jeff , When it comes to supporting our younger members with 29 Below or our State and Safety Representatives, we have quite a track record the last few months. In the February and March issues we published our salute to 29 Below participants with 12 pages spotlighting 33 young rodders. This was followed up in April with an expanded car feature on National Safety Director Roger Barnhill’s ’40 Ford sedan along with 10 spotlights on NSRA State Safety Directors. In May we featured NSRA National Field Director Charlie Bryson’s ’47 Chevy pickup and 20 spotlights on NSRA State Representatives. We plan to carry on this coverage of our volunteers in the off- season coming 2027, but for now we have thousands of cool cars coming your way.—ED
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