Art Chrisman
Art Chrisman of Compton, California is a hot rod pioneer.
Art began racing at the dry lakes of Southern California. He evolved to the dragstrip, where he became the first to pilot a drag car to 140 mph in the quarter mile with his Draggin Wagon.[1]
Chrisman went on to work for Autolite, ForgedTrue Pistons and Ed Pink before opening up Chrisman Auto Rods Specialities with his son Mike.[1]
Art passed away in July of 2016.
Art Chrisman's Cars
Art and Lloyd Chrisman's 1930 Ford Coupe
Art Chrisman's Draggin Wagon
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