Karl Orr’s Bill Warth built Modified is seen at El Mirage on August 18, 1946 wearing number 1 because Karl was the S.C.T.A. Champion in 1942. He was a member of the Albata club at this time and turned 124.48 mph for second in class behind Doug Caruthers at 127.29 mph. Note the streamlined bodywork around the rear end.
©AHRF/FBH 22/Julian Doty Collection