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Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-09-2019, 10:24 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

Have not been on this site in over a year. The past year has been hectic as my wife and I bought a house and spent all of my free time working on the house or working on the racecar. Want to make a...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-13-2017, 06:03 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

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Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-10-2017, 02:11 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

Awesome weekend of racing this past weekend at Maple Grove. In both races, i was a first round runner up with a red light in Saturday's race and was caught on the losing end of a .0047 MOV in...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-02-2017, 09:05 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

https://youtu.be/aoRRWGd0TDM

https://youtu.be/0qJgnkiLMfk
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-02-2017, 09:01 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

After almost a 12 month hiatus, we finally made it to the track yesterday! We arrived at Maple grove to find out it was one TT and right to eliminations due to incoming weather.

First run off the...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
06-23-2017, 07:44 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

The car is just about done as we are finishing up the tin work for the fuel cell enclosure. See attached picture for the progress we have made. All we have to do is add the Zeus fasteners and we...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
06-05-2017, 06:50 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Over the past few weeks we have spent some time...

Over the past few weeks we have spent some time making a mock fuel cell covering with aluminum pieces we had. Last night we picked up the new aluminum so we should be able to finish the enclosure in...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
05-09-2017, 07:57 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

After countless hours, a few setbacks, and lots...

After countless hours, a few setbacks, and lots of help and support, we finally got the new 358 fired on Saturday. All that's left to do before hitting the track is fabricating the fuel cell...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-30-2017, 07:53 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

We have been busy the past few weeks trying to...

We have been busy the past few weeks trying to get the car finished and fired. We had a major setback 3 weeks ago and needed to pull the motor back out and taken back to our machinist for a few days....
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-03-2017, 10:06 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

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Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
04-02-2017, 08:46 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Over the past few weeks we have made a lot of...

Over the past few weeks we have made a lot of progress. 3 weeks ago we got the motor in the car and started the install of the fuel cell. This past weekend we got the fuel cell finished and ran new...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-19-2017, 12:40 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

It is a 14 gallon tank. I always kept it full as I did not have a working fuel gauge.

By putting in a 4 or 5 gallon fuel cell, I should be able to save a good amount of weight compared to running...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-19-2017, 06:52 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

The issue is not with the performance of the...

The issue is not with the performance of the stock unit. It is the size of the unit as well as the age. Using the stock tank would require a large amount of fuel to be in the tank at all times and...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-16-2017, 01:52 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

Absolutely. We are doing our research and since we are going to redo the fuel system, we figure we will do it right this time in the event down the road where I put a BBC in the car or a motor that...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-16-2017, 12:24 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

Sorry for the lack of updates but it has been a very busy few weeks with the holidays and work.

The week after Christmas, we finished assembling the 358 which included putting on the new AFR...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
12-05-2016, 07:10 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Yesterday I took a trip up to our machinist to...

Yesterday I took a trip up to our machinist to begin the assembly on the short block. This is my first engine build from start to finish and it was an incredible learning experience. Everything went...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
11-12-2016, 12:17 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Spoke with our machinist today. He spoke with JE...

Spoke with our machinist today. He spoke with JE since the Pistons were measuring 4.042 in. The pistons were a custom made with stronger material. JE said with the stronger material we can go up to...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
11-05-2016, 04:39 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Today we met with our machinist to discuss our...

Today we met with our machinist to discuss our options for the build. To start here is what we had from the motor we bought:

GM 4-bolt main block bored .047 over
JE dome 4.040 pistons
Callies...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-31-2016, 04:18 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

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Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-30-2016, 05:56 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

The car is a dedicated drag car and has been...

The car is a dedicated drag car and has been since I purchased it 4 years ago so there are no plans to ever make it back into a street car.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-28-2016, 11:53 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

This coming winter I will be upgrading from my current 305sbc to a 356 small block.

A little while ago I bought a 356 short block from a fellow racer at my home track. Below are some details on...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-27-2016, 09:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 619
Posted By camaroracer21

Probe Aluminum Pistons for SBC

Selling a brand new set of Probe Aluminum Pistons. Pistons specifications are as follows:

Brand:Probe Pistons
Part Number:14104-030
Product Line:Probe SRS Forged Pistons
Bore (in): 4.030 in....
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Region
07-19-2016, 07:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 751
Posted By camaroracer21

I was there all weekend bracket racing my 85. Car...

I was there all weekend bracket racing my 85. Car count in the brackets were much higher than last year. The non electronics class filled up about 8 lanes for round 1. While the car count is still...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-19-2016, 07:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 682
Posted By camaroracer21

I was at maple grove this past weekend for the...

I was at maple grove this past weekend for the super Chevy race. With roughly 800-1000 cars entered in the 4 classes, I saw or heard about 6 instances where TRUstart would have changed the outcome of...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-13-2016, 06:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 682
Posted By camaroracer21

TRuSTART Rolling Out Nationwide

http://www.competitionplus.com/drag-racing/news/compulink-confirms-trustart-set-to-go-nationwide

Since TRUSTART will be rolled out nationwide and with 35 tracks already ordering the new system,...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
07-11-2016, 04:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 370
Posted By camaroracer21

Edelbrock Valve Covers for SBC

For sale is a pair a of used Edelbrock valve covers for a small block Chevy. Asking $30 or best offer plus shipping. PM for more details.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
07-04-2016, 05:50 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Mid season update Over the past few months I...

Mid season update

Over the past few months I have put about 15 passes on the car. I was unable to race from the end of May to the end of June as I got married. This July 4th weekend marked the 1...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-31-2016, 01:26 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

The plan was to get the header wrapped but we ran out of time Saturday morning as there were a few other things I needed to take care of such as changing the oil so we decided to just remove the...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-30-2016, 05:55 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

The test and tune this past Saturday went great. The temps were in the high 50's low 60's with an adjusted altitude ranging from 100-600. I was able to make 7 runs and finally made some progress on...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-24-2016, 08:18 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Today I spoke with DRE and also spoke with a few...

Today I spoke with DRE and also spoke with a few other racers who use DRE diapers. The 3rd gen diaper from DRE runs about $350 which at this point in time is way out of my budget. If I had a 9 or 10...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-20-2016, 10:16 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Is the DRE diaper for the 3rd gen a universal for...

Is the DRE diaper for the 3rd gen a universal for any sized small block? I think buying a DRE diaper will be the best choice if it will fit my 305 and 383 that I plan to put together next winter. If...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
03-19-2016, 11:19 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Brought the car out of the trailer today to make...

Brought the car out of the trailer today to make my small additions for the season. Installed new stainless steel valve covers which are a huge difference from the edelbrock paper thin covers I had...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-31-2016, 07:52 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

I have not started on any winter upgrades yet....

I have not started on any winter upgrades yet. The 383 will have to wait another year because I am getting married in June. Only plans this winter are for a new pair of slicks and mount the engine...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-13-2016, 11:14 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

11 1 15 Island Test and Tune Run 5 Stands - YouTube
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
01-13-2016, 11:09 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

Below is the link to one of the in-car videos from the last test and tune I ran back in early November as well as a video my fiancee took from the stands.

In Car Cam 11 01 15 Island Test & Tune...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
12-20-2015, 11:17 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

I got the engine diaper more for when I put in...

I got the engine diaper more for when I put in the 383. Got a really good deal on it so I figured I would buy it now. The way I look at it, it's cheap insurance even with the 305 running mid 13's.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
12-19-2015, 08:33 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Sorry I have been MIA for the past month. I took...

Sorry I have been MIA for the past month. I took the car out for a test and tune back in the beginning of November. Previous PB was a 13.82 at almost 100mph. I made 5 runs at the test and tune. First...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
12-05-2015, 09:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,597
Posted By camaroracer21

Yes I do. PM sent

Yes I do. PM sent
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
11-13-2015, 11:34 AM
Replies: 452
Views: 36,535
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: 2015 SpeedMu11et updates

x2 on Dennis from DRE. My pop runs a DRE diaper on his Monza and I have a DRE diaper on the list for this winter. All the racers we talk to say Dennis is a class act and very responsive.
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-25-2015, 05:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,397
Posted By camaroracer21

TCI Streetfighter 10 inch 3000 Stall Converter

For sale is a TCI Streetfighter 10 inch 3000 Stall Converter. TCI Part Number is 241000. Converter is in excellent condition. Selling for $200. Prefer local pickup but am open to shipping. Part is...
Forum: Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension Parts for Sale
10-25-2015, 05:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,597
Posted By camaroracer21

Trans Go Manual Valve body for TH350 FWD Pattern

For sale is a Trans Go Manual Valve body for a TH350. Valve body is a forward pattern and in excellent condition. Looking to get $50 plus shipping.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-25-2015, 05:19 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Yesterday we installed the new converter and the...

Yesterday we installed the new converter and the replacement shift cable that we burned the last time we had the car out. We also fabbed 2 aluminum spacers for the crossmember. Finally we washed the...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-15-2015, 08:36 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

I made a deal this morning on a used converter in excellent condition. It is a Turbo Action 8 inch converter with a 5300 stall. I will be picking it up early next week and putting it in next weekend....
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-15-2015, 08:26 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

It would be great to come down but I have prior commitments at home on the 31st.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
10-13-2015, 03:11 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 49,674
Posted By camaroracer21

Re: Camaro Drag Car Project

As the season is winding down, I plan to take the car out for one more test and tune before the winter weather moves in. So far my Best ET is 13.84 and best MPH is 100.07. Overall I am very pleased...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-25-2015, 10:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,082
Posted By camaroracer21

I recommend Dennis from DRE for an engine diaper....

I recommend Dennis from DRE for an engine diaper. All the NHRA sportsman racers will say the same.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-21-2015, 09:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,784
Posted By camaroracer21

The rule states it has to be a metal mount bolted...

The rule states it has to be a metal mount bolted on. Cannot be mounted using a plastic mount, zip ties, or hose clamps. I saw online a bike mount but wanted to run to dicks sporting goods to see if...
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-21-2015, 05:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,784
Posted By camaroracer21

Thanks. I will be able to use the suction cup at...

Thanks. I will be able to use the suction cup at one track we test at but I won't be able to use it at our home track because they are strict on the NHRA rule of a metal mount to the roll cage.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
09-18-2015, 10:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,784
Posted By camaroracer21

GoPro questions

Just got a GoPro HD as a gift and wanted to see if anyone is using this camera and their thoughts on it. Also interested to see how you mount it inside the car to meet the NHRA rules. For the time...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Region
08-30-2015, 07:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 896
Posted By camaroracer21

I attended the car show last year as a spectator...

I attended the car show last year as a spectator not a participant but really enjoyed it. I remember seeing a few third gens but not a ton and they were not together. It might be difficult to gather...
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