Super Stock GT Truck

[Dragsinger]

Don,

The GT Super 10 build is mine. Using it as an example, I will run a 1966, 327, 300 horse that is factored at 293 horse. To double check I contacted the Division four tech person about the weight and class math.

I will race in SS GT/TB - [truck B]

"B" is 10.5 pounds per factored horsepower

So, 10.5 x 293 = 3077 pounds. [rounded] next, deduct 5% for automatic trans. [3076.5 x 5% = 154, rounded] Then add 170 pounds driver weight allowance.

The race ready weight with driver is;
3077
-154 for automatic
+170 for driver
3093 pounds on scales with driver

My reasons for selection the S-10 platform;

*I have FOS [fat, old, stiff] Enter/exit the S-10 is easy. Good seating position, slightly higher than a car, comfortable seating height. Comfort in a racer is very important.

*Truck has a beefy full frame.

*Removing the bed to build new rear frame section allows much easier construction.

*I like the look and it is a newer, more modern design, body parts are plentiful and inexpensive.

*Also, I like different, I chose a step bed for that reason

Overall, I think it is a good race platform. I look forward to finishing and racing the combination. I expect to have it ready for the 2016 Division four season.

Keep an eye on the build up post as we learn more about the Super 10

PS, I think the chassis balance and "hook" will be fine. It is no more front heavy than some other combinations.