Ep 10. 727 Cubic Inches and Australian Tire Smoke!
- TVPG
- November 30, 2012
- 27 min
In the season 1 finale of Roadkill, entitled "727 Cubic Inches and Australian Tire Smoke!," hosts David Freiburger and Mike Finnegan head to Australia for some drag racing action. The episode starts with the duo driving a rental car from the airport to their hotel, where they find a message from a local racer inviting them to race his car, a 1971 Ford Falcon XY GT.
The hosts are excited to race the car, but first they need to rebuild the engine. The car's original 351ci V8 is swapped for a massive 727ci big block that produces over 1,000 horsepower. With the new engine installed, the car is taken to the drag strip to test it out. However, things don't go according to plan as the car suffers from transmission issues.
Despite the setback, the hosts continue to work on the car and make adjustments for the upcoming race. They also take the opportunity to explore the Australian car scene, checking out local car meets and visiting a car museum.
On race day, the hosts line up against the local racer in his souped-up 1964 Ford Fairlane. The race is close, with both cars putting down impressive times, but ultimately the hosts come out on top.
After the race, the hosts reflect on their time in Australia and how much they enjoyed the experience. They also announce their plans for the future of Roadkill, teasing some exciting new projects and adventures.
"727 Cubic Inches and Australian Tire Smoke!" is a fitting end to a thrilling first season of Roadkill. With epic drag racing action, stunning Australian scenery, and plenty of laughs along the way, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the show.