Local Lightning Shootout - Page 3

Mike · 03-07-2008, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by chrisheltra

+1 stock block guys on slick sound fair. What do you think Mike?

I don't like that idea.

When I brought this subject up a few months ago, I originally said that would be the best way of doing it.
...but when I went to make the post it just didn't look right as a rule.

How do we know who is built and who isn't?
Does it have to be built long block or just a built short block that requires stock wheels.

How about we just do this, Anyone with an aftermarket supercharger/nitrous has to run stock size wheels. Gen 2's still running an Eaton can run slicks.

Whaler · 03-07-2008, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by chrisheltra

For the most part they looked good it just that the some of the rod bearing practicaly fell out.

They are supposed to be loose. The pressure of the cap on the rod holds them in place. I really want to see them.

chrisheltra · 03-07-2008, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike

How about we just do this, Anyone with an aftermarket supercharger/nitrous has to run stock size wheels. Gen 2's still running an Eaton can run slicks.

Sounds fair I think Randy and I could take all the help we can get.

Mike · 03-07-2008, 11:41 AM

Rules have been edited to make it a better race. How 'bout it Randy you in?

I'm 80% sure that a stock blower truck will win now, and 99% sure I won't win.

....but its still going to be fun as hell to get out there with you guys.

also.. If everything works out we will try and do this again to draw 10 or more trucks in, maybe even get SW, Wade & Ronnie to join in the fun.

chrisheltra · 03-07-2008, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Mike

If everything works out we will try and do this again to draw 10 or more trucks in, maybe even get SW, Wade & Ronnie to join in the fun.

That sounds like fun. Maybe if we get 10 trucks we can bump the fee to $20 if thats agreeable to everyone. $200 winner takes all sounds like a good payday.

Richard Head · 03-07-2008, 11:55 AM

Man sounds like a lot of fun, sorry I can't join in the activities. I would say have the built trucks run D/R and stock run their slicks for the first week then if its not competivive enough adjust the rules accordingly. I think in the end it will come down to Randy, Chris and Derick. They will be more consistant than everyone else, but will be a lot of fun to watch and race.

DolSVT00 · 03-07-2008, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike

When : 3-30-08
Where : Dorchester
Rules :

Only Ford Lightning trucks allowed
Gen 2's with an aftermarket Supercharger require 18"+ wheels on the rear
Both seats & tail gate still on truck, and stock size (or bigger) front wheels.
10 dollar entrance fee; winner takes all

Who's in

Mike
Larry
Chris
Frank

I hope we can at least get 5 trucks.

Change that from 18"+ wheels to 18" stock rims and get rid of the word rear and (or bigger) and im in. Otherwise i'll have to wait till I have 10 grand under my hood.

Make it a drivers race instead of a horsepower race, or I could just give you my 10$ now and we can forget about racing

1BAD4DR · 03-07-2008, 12:58 PM

PLEASE get some video of this event, i wont be able to make it this weekend due to tests before SPRING BREAK!!!!

Whaler · 03-07-2008, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by DolSVT00

Change that from 18"+ wheels to 18" stock rims and get rid of the word rear and (or bigger) and im in. Otherwise i'll have to wait till I have 10 grand under my hood.

Make it a drivers race instead of a horsepower race, or I could just give you my 10$ now and we can forget about racing

The idea is rims, Randy. The built trucks will have to run 18" or taller rims on the rear.
Everyone will have to run stock size (or taller/wider) rims on the front. No skinnies of any sort on any of the trucks. The idea is to have stock or heavier wheels/rims on the front.

No one is trying to bend the rules. Basically, the built motor L's will have drag radials on a 18" rim, and stock fronts. The trucks such as yours can put your slicks on and run your stock fronts. I would have taken that deal (and a double or nothing deal) in a heartbeat the way my truck was sitting before the motor. I will be running pump gas, a street tune and 14lbs of boost with my Nittos.

Mike · 03-07-2008, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by DolSVT00

Change that from 18"+ wheels blah blah blah....

WTF are you talking about? I'm trying to make it as fair as possible.

I'm getting a head ache from all your boo-hooing. This thing is set up for you to win.....I was actually thinking about making a side bet that you would win.

Are you in or not? Just pay the 10 dollars and show up with your slicks.

chrisheltra · 03-07-2008, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike

WTF are you talking about? I'm trying to make it as fair as possible.

I'm getting a head ache from all your boo-hooing. This thing is set up for you to win.....I was actually thinking about making a side bet that you would win.

Are you in or not? Just pay the 10 dollars and show up with your slicks.

ROFL

Lurch · 03-07-2008, 02:43 PM

If my parts come in then I'm in Hopefully everything will be here by next week!! Mitch

Lurch · 03-07-2008, 02:48 PM

Hey guys I have built Hundreds of Engines the Rod and Main Brgs will fall out after they have run even for a short time the notch in th rod and rod cap stops it from spinning as you torque the rods an Mains with the new Brgs they won't move. You will see as you install the new ones. Mitch

Lurch · 03-07-2008, 02:54 PM

The correct terms on what is happening to the rod bearings is asymmetric meaning they are no longer round when you remove the cap. So in my terms the Brgs fall out. Mitch

Mike · 03-07-2008, 03:40 PM

Updated the list with Randy & Mitch. Waiting to hear back from Daryl if he's got baseball that Sunday.

How about it Morey, are you in? It's just 10 dollars to go out and have some fun, who knows you might line up with me (the red light master) and win.

05Saleen · 03-07-2008, 05:09 PM

I am in, with the red car.

There is no way that all of you are going to red light....ROLMAO. My 9.20 truck don't stand a chance in hell! I will be there if I am not working!

chrisheltra · 03-07-2008, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 05Saleen

I am in, with the red car.

There is no way that all of you are going to red light....ROLMAO. My 9.20 truck don't stand a chance in hell! I will be there if I am not working!

Its only 10$ and there is no way you can tell us your truck is only in the 9.20's even with the spray.

When was the last time you saw me beat any of these guys? Let me give you a little hint. uh never lol. Well I have beat Frank but no one else.

Mike · 03-07-2008, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 05Saleen

My 9.20 truck don't stand a chance in hell! I will be there if I am not working!

I guess since you don't have a guaranteed win you can't have any fun

...

I honestly don't think Chris stands a chance, but he's doing it. Just spray the shit out of it, and come have some fun.

chrisheltra · 03-07-2008, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike

I honestly don't think Chris stands a chance

Thanks Mike

I can always count on you for moral support lol

Mike · 03-07-2008, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by chrisheltra

Thanks Mike

I can always count on you for moral support lol

After talking to Randy, I hear you might have a fighting chance with your new mod.

03-07-2008, 11:55 AM	#46
Richard Head Supporting Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 788	Man sounds like a lot of fun, sorry I can't join in the activities. I would say have the built trucks run D/R and stock run their slicks for the first week then if its not competivive enough adjust the rules accordingly. I think in the end it will come down to Randy, Chris and Derick. They will be more consistant than everyone else, but will be a lot of fun to watch and race. __________________

03-07-2008, 12:58 PM	#48
1BAD4DR Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 1,364	PLEASE get some video of this event, i wont be able to make it this weekend due to tests before SPRING BREAK!!!! __________________ I wish dupree would hurry up...

03-07-2008, 02:43 PM	#52
Lurch Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Goose Creek SC Posts: 554	Race If my parts come in then I'm in Hopefully everything will be here by next week!! Mitch

03-07-2008, 02:48 PM	#53
Lurch Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Goose Creek SC Posts: 554	Engine Bearings Hey guys I have built Hundreds of Engines the Rod and Main Brgs will fall out after they have run even for a short time the notch in th rod and rod cap stops it from spinning as you torque the rods an Mains with the new Brgs they won't move. You will see as you install the new ones. Mitch

03-07-2008, 02:54 PM	#54
Lurch Moderator Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Goose Creek SC Posts: 554	Bearings The correct terms on what is happening to the rod bearings is asymmetric meaning they are no longer round when you remove the cap. So in my terms the Brgs fall out. Mitch

03-07-2008, 11:41 AM	#44
Mike Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 5,481	Rules have been edited to make it a better race. How 'bout it Randy you in? I'm 80% sure that a stock blower truck will win now, and 99% sure I won't win. ....but its still going to be fun as hell to get out there with you guys. also.. If everything works out we will try and do this again to draw 10 or more trucks in, maybe even get SW, Wade & Ronnie to join in the fun.

03-07-2008, 03:40 PM	#55
Mike Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 5,481	Updated the list with Randy & Mitch. Waiting to hear back from Daryl if he's got baseball that Sunday. How about it Morey, are you in? It's just 10 dollars to go out and have some fun, who knows you might line up with me (the red light master) and win.

03-07-2008, 05:09 PM	#56
05Saleen Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Goose Creek, SC Posts: 3,159	I am in, with the red car. There is no way that all of you are going to red light....ROLMAO. My 9.20 truck don't stand a chance in hell! I will be there if I am not working! __________________ 05 Saleen, 91 Mustang LX, 99 Lightning