Driver:
Charlie "Red" Innerst-
Dallastown, PA
Car:
1966 Chevy Belair 427
Crew Members: Jeff Mumper and Joe Stump
Crew members in training: (grandsons)
Max Wertman & Jack Stump
Best Time: 11.29
109mph
Joined MANDRA 2005
Favorite Track: Any track that's ready to run
Sponsors:
Arc Plasma Sheet Metal Inc.
Red began racing in 1964 when he
hit the track with a 1962 Chevy Impala. He then changed cars to a
1966 Chevy 427 Belair 4- speed. This '66 was the original
Semi-Hustler. Red ran the Semi-Hustler mainly at the York US 30
strip, in York, PA. In the early days, he also ran a '65 Hemi-Super
Stock. As with many MANDRA members, Red took a break from the strip
when he and his wife; Sid, started their family.
Soon, Red could no longer keep
his passion for the drags dormant. He purchased a replica of his
'66 Belair 427 in 2004. With a few little modifications, including
a Power Glide transmission, the newest Semi-Hustler was ready for
the strip. Red raced causally, as time and
money permitted. He joined MANDRA in 2005. In addition to this car he is working on
rebuilding a 4 speed '66 Belair. This car won't be ready for action
any time soon!