Why don't more people run Super Stock Trucks?

[JP Schuster]

Was it just because not a lot of people built them? Any other reasons? It seems like a good idea from a visibility/bracket racing aspect and it would also drastically reduce the odds of having a heads up run.

Any ideas?

Thanks,

JP

[jmcarter]

Aero isn't as good typically which makes dialing in windy conditions even trickier. I'd be curious as to other thoughts, as in does the oversized "B" post actually hurt visibility compared to a coupe? Shorter wheelbase come into play?

I've actually passed on some good cars for sale because I didn't think aero and visibility was favorable, especially considering all the really fast cars around.

[Gary Smith]

Originally Posted by JP Schuster

Was it just because not a lot of people built them? Any other reasons? It seems like a good idea from a visibility/bracket racing aspect and it would also drastically reduce the odds of having a heads up run.

Any ideas?

Thanks,

JP

The original intent was factory backing, but was short lived. There are also chassis limitations but should let owners chime in on that.

[Dragsinger]

I offer some feedback;

With the Super 10 it simply fits me well. It is unique and relatively easy to work on. The wheel base is 108 so it leaves smoothly and drives smoothly.

While the aero is without question not the ideal I do not see that as a deal breaker. We see many different bodies in the winners circle that are less of an aero package.

Having a full frame, removable cab and removable bed allows easy construction of the back half.

It does have some drawbacks;

The weight bias is not ideal [nose heavy] and I do not yet have that optimized. At this time, I think it needs 50 - 75 pounds as rearward as possible but that is yet to be refined.

During construction, do everything possible to remove weight so you have more options on ballast.

The headers are a problem and require custom building.

The front crossmember requires oil pan surgery but that is true for most SS builds.

In my experience, the visibility is no better nor no worse than other popular bodies. I an old and stiff and my neck will only turn so far anyway.

Overall, I like the S-10 package and it is worth looking at for a GT buildup.

You can see my full Super 10 build here http://classracer.com/classforum/showthread.php?t=54442

[JRyan]

I've been toying with the idea of throwing together a budget build version of one that I have that's a street strip truck already. I think they make for neat looking race cars. They I'm sure have their drawbacks just like any other car. But for a budget build it's nice because of a limited opportunity of heads up races.

Rick

[Dragsinger]

Another thought, an engine combination with aluminum heads is a good idea. That would allow about 35 or so pounds of the front that could be shifter rearward to improve weight bias.

I just damaged my iron head 327 and am considering an aluminum head combination.

[Tom Nolan]

I loved the S-10 I bought from FJ Smith. Ran it for years, sometimes wonder why I bought my G5. It made a great race car! lots of under hood clearance for a sheet metal intake. I hope to buy it back some day.

[FireSale]

It's a Stocker, but Kelly Thomas had no issues winning the overall points race for the Stock/Super Stock Combo series at Pacific Raceway our here in the North woods. Plenty of trucks running in Pro and Super Pro, too.



Dale

[BLIND MULE]

I got a 86 Ranger short bed standard cab I have been driving on the street for 15 years now gonna retire it! The visibility out of it is better than any race car we have ever had thinking about a bracket truck but may change the front from the I-beam?

[MR DERBY CITY]

Tom, who owns your former truck now ?