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Old 09-12-2013, 10:22 AM   #11
KennyAnderson
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Default Re: Lil IHRA classification help please!! Newbie Alert!

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Originally Posted by Tar Heel View Post
I think the original intent of Crate Motor Kenny was to actually buy a crate motor from GM, Ford, etc. and then do the necessary modifications on that long block to get it to run under the index. However, the only thing necessary on a "crate motor" to be legal ... let's say a Fast Burn for instance, would be the legal heads. When you buy a complete engine from GM you change the rods, put in a Stocker cam, add a single plane intake, etc. Everyone has access to a SBC block, crank, and then can add aftermarket rods, legal pistons, intake, etc. for well under what the factory charges for the long block ... most of which you won't use if you really want to be fast. He'll still be legal but is just gathering parts instead of buying the engine complete.
Im with you, I just think this is not the most economical way to go. If Im piecing together a motor like this why not just build a legal motor to run either sanctioning body. I would expect to spend 10k for a good legal setup building it myself. I figure on buying a used ZZ4 and going through it to the tune of around 5k. Hopefully when Im ready the guy I alluded to in an earlier post has some stuff still. Right now he has a fastburn motor fresh carb to pan for 3k. I completely understand you CAN spend a ton if you like, I love that you can compete without doing it.

PS Would love to see IHRA do a Crate Motor SS deal.
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