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I know it very well and got off some runs there a few times even after it's heyday.

It is now 2/3rds relatively new and smooth concrete with only the starting line left in a very mild state of black top repair.
It was the only place I felt comfortable for both the drivers and spectators.

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Been there recently myself. I was around
in 02'-05'when they were reconstructing the original surface over Northern blvd/CTX freight
line from Hell's Gate (South Bronx THE HUB)and the
East/West Spurs. A lot smoother and faster surface
there. You are right, it was always a GOOD, SAFE
place to run. As long as there was no foolhardy
knuckleheads drawing the cops, you always could
make a good run. At least the spectators were
COMPLETELY out of the way, which was good too.
Unlike the other haunts, this place was ideal for
the heavy action. Except for the flooding of the roadway, if the cops were tipped off or caught
some action going off. This WAS the first functional CITY DRAGSTRIP!!! SOUTH AVE has it's deep history and picked up the ball AFTER the
Connecting was finally shut down, but could not
generate the image of the Connecting. Still all
in all, a SUPER runner-up spot for street action!!
(NO disrespect for the fellow S.I. guys). Some pro
runs out on 440 north and south made that dropped my jaw!!!! Good vibes and great memories
man!!!