Mint 400 Movie plus Vintage Stroppe Pics

[Jeff10]

Hi Everyone,

I received some of my Dad's photos and slides earlier this week. (That's where the balloon pics surfaced.)

I also received one film reel. I have only tried reading the first few frames of the film. The title is the Mint 400. If I were to guess, I believe it's probably from the 1971 race.

I don't have a projector. (I'm asking around; but, so far I haven't come across anyone who has one.) I thought about having it digitally converted; but, I'm only interested in spending the money if there's some good content focusing on the Stroppe entries. (I've also looked at used projectors on Ebay.)

I was just wondering if anyone has knowledge of films that were produced about the Mint around that time frame.

There are a few slides (around 100, give or take) that my Dad took in the late 60s and early 70s. It looks like some were at races and some were at Bill Stroppe's shop. I quickly eye-balled most of them the other night. They motivated me enough to buy an inexpensive slide viewer that saves images. I've only converted four of the slides. I'm attaching one of the four. I thought it was pretty cool. I hope you enjoy it.

Take Care,

Jeff

 

[bronconut73]

It's such a good photo it almost looks modern....Well except for the plaid pants, haha.

Awesome Jeff!

 

[Fallingcedar]

Great shot Jeff.

I found a projector for my Dad's old films at a local non profit recycler that specializes in repurposing office equipment. Surplus Exchange in KC has everything from furniture to computers. I will bet there is a similar outfit in Indy. Good luck.

 

[Jeff10]

Hi Fallingcedar,

Thanks for the suggestion about the repurpose shop. This is the only film that I have, so I'm hoping to take a look at it before adding to my collection of antique gadgets. lol

Take Care,

Jeff

 

[half cab]

Isn't that Parnelli Jones in the Plaid pants? Geat stuff man if I had a projector I would sent it to ya that's for sure.

 

[AZ73]

Nice custom chrome bumper with the "PJ" worked into it. Kind of "bling"

 

[Germd]

The plaid pants & turtleneck confirms this is authentic '71 footage!
Only Parnelli Jones, Daniel Craig or Austin Powers could pull off that "shagadelic" look!
The truck on the other hand is timeless style.

 

[House]

Hey Jeff, I know a lot of us would LOVE to see more pics from inside Stroppe's shop!
Thanks for sharing!

 

[Jeff10]

Hi House,

I am really looking forward to going through the slides. It will probably be the middle of next week.

I'll definitely post them.

Take Care,

Jeff

 

[stus70brc]

That's awesome!!!

 

[DirtDonk]

Agreed that is one fantastic pic. It's so well exposed, and has aged so well you'd think it was taken just the other Friday night before a race!

I have a manual film viewer like a miniature editing machine (in fact, that's what it is) that I used to watch 8 and Super-8 films on when I was a kid.
Enjoying your trip down memory lane with your dad.

Paul

 

[sprdv1]

Hi House,

I am really looking forward to going through the slides. It will probably be the middle of next week.

I'll definitely post them.

Take Care,

Jeff

Look forward to it.

 

[Jeff10]

Hey Everyone,

Here's another picture in the shop at Bill's. I'm pretty sure that's him in the picture.

(This picture resolution may be too fine for the slides. Hopefully this pic isn't too large.)

Take Care,

Jeff

 

[okie4570]

Cool pics thanks for sharing. Tires still have the sticker on them!

 

[5001craig]

Sweet pics Jeff! Thanks for posting.

 

[mp]

Awesome stuff, Jeff. I have an old 73 F100 class 8 that is destined to be a Stroppe tribute, so don't think you need to only post up the EB stuff!!!


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[Jeff10]

Hi Guys,

I'm glad you like them.

I can't take any credit for these. My Dad died in 1984. I was envious of him when I was in high school and college. He was the sales and marketing manager for Manchester Tank. They manufactured all of the tanks that were used by Bill. He seemed like he always enjoyed what he did. (And I always felt that he was too strict being that I only got to make one trip... to the Baja 500 in 1971.) If he was still alive, I know that he would have a lot of good stories. I have a lot of great memories from that time in my life.

I may be slow posting; but, as I get through the slides I'll at least post the ones that I think will be interesting to everyone here. I know there are more F100 pics... stay tuned.

(Craig, It's good to see you. Hope things are good up in your part of the state.)

Take Care,

Jeff

 

[half cab]

Great stuff keep it coming

 

[FlogginHarvey]

Awesome stuff, Jeff. I have an old 73 F100 class 8 that is destined to be a Stroppe tribute, so don't think you need to only post up the EB stuff!!!


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^^^THAT IS AWESOME!^^^ please start a thread someplace for the build!!!

And thanks to the OP for digging this stuff out and posting! I hope you have time to do some more. I love this site!!!

 

[Jeff10]

Hey Everyone,

Here are a couple more pics from Bill's shop.

I suppose the first pic I posted in this thread was an "spy" shot.

Not sure that Parnelli considers this a PR pose or if he's annoyed with my Dad for asking him to look at the camera.

The second pic is of prep work on "The Stove". (I'm pretty sure that's the correct build.) The guy in the picture is Don Bass. Don worked for Impco (propane fuel systems) and was heavily involved in racing. I think he's helping to fabricate the propane forklift cylinder rack in this pic.

The third and fourth pics are of Jim Loomis and Bud Wright.

Based on the date on the slide jacket I believe the shop pictures that I have posted are from October 1970 and the Stove pictures are at the 1970 Baja 1000.

The second set of slides that I went throug wasn't as interesting as the first... I'll keep digging.

Have a great Sunday.

Jeff