Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series

Dragsinger · 04-18-2015, 09:09 AM

Updates for this week,

* finished the brake plumbing. All lines run, brakes bled, good pedal.

* Lower control arms modified to accept AFCO double adjustable shocks built by Randy Mans "Fast Shocks"

* Moroso #47130 springs installed which is a 212 pound spring. They are installed out of the box. When the completed, race ready package sits on the floor the spring will be cut as needed for desired ride height.

* Fuel lines plumbed from cell to regulator location

* Most of the wiring is roughed in, most components mounted.

* Air lines and shift solenoid wiring/plumbing completed.

More progress reports soon.

Geerhead55 · 04-18-2015, 12:50 PM

Larry, like all of us out here, I've truly enjoyed following along on your build. The truck is progressing very well, and your postings have been entertaining and educational. The craftsmanship and thought that have gone into this project is appreciated by us as well. Can you tell us about the engine for the Super 10, is it a bullet that you've had sitting around or from another race car or is it brand new? Have you got any dyno time on it? Just curious if you can enlighten us on your chosen power plant. Thanks for any info.
Danny Durham

Dragsinger · 04-18-2015, 04:42 PM

Danny,

I will begin posting engine build photos soon. Just a few weeks away from assembly and checking and installing.

During the project planning I considered all the common SBC packages. While several are proven and capable of winning I settled with the package that uses a Holley carb.

I chose the 327/300 for the 1966 Corvette [and others] that allows the superseded Quick Fuel 585 carb.

I got with Gary Hettler for heads and intake. In addition, Gary has been a key resource for engine parts selection. He has a combination of proven parts that will give good performance without trying to re-invent a package.

I will do the final mock up and final assembly. While dyno testing is an option, the initial testing will be on-track. If it performs acceptably the focus will be refining the package to win races.

The race ready truck will be about 3255 pounds with driver and fit in GT/TC with an index of 11.10.

I expect the truck to qualify well and be capable of winning.

Some of the parts:

*Dart SHP block with BBC cam bearings and .904 lifter bore
*Mile High Crankshaft race prep w/.012 long stroke
*Manley rods
*Bill Mitchell piston forgings worked by REBCO machine
*Total Seal .043 x .043 x 3mm
*Comp Cams special SS 327 grind
*T & D Rockers
*041 heads by Gary Hettler
*Victor E intake by Hettler
*Quick Fuel carb, pump, regulator

More info and photos soon.

Dragsinger · 04-25-2015, 07:01 PM

I like simple items that are also very useful. We have two race cars fitted with these connectors. In addition, the clamps can plug on so the charger goes both ways.

The jumper wires for connector to battery are both 4 gauge, because of the lighting the black looks smaller.

Dragsinger · 04-25-2015, 07:04 PM

I am poised for another good round of progress. The next two weeks will bring completed wiring, completed plumbing, and engine building post.

Geerhead55 · 04-26-2015, 10:17 AM

We're going to hold you to that, Larry!
Danny Durham

billysguitars3 · 04-28-2015, 11:16 AM

Hey Dragsinger, your build is looking good ! A quick question .. . I know with Jeffie's computer programming expertise he'll be able to redial in a heartbeat for you but have you considered the possibilities of bringing the finished weight of car and driver down just a little ? I'm wondering if you'd have just a bit more flexibility if you dropped the weight from the interior say 50-75 pounds ? Just wondering....BTW looking Good !

04-18-2015, 09:09 AM	#1
Dragsinger VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Liberty City [East Texas] Posts: 1,760 Likes: 5 Liked 99 Times in 60 Posts	Re: Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series Updates for this week, * finished the brake plumbing. All lines run, brakes bled, good pedal. * Lower control arms modified to accept AFCO double adjustable shocks built by Randy Mans "Fast Shocks" * Moroso #47130 springs installed which is a 212 pound spring. They are installed out of the box. When the completed, race ready package sits on the floor the spring will be cut as needed for desired ride height. * Fuel lines plumbed from cell to regulator location * Most of the wiring is roughed in, most components mounted. * Air lines and shift solenoid wiring/plumbing completed. More progress reports soon. __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

04-18-2015, 12:50 PM	#2
Geerhead55 VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 1,632 Likes: 0 Liked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series Larry, like all of us out here, I've truly enjoyed following along on your build. The truck is progressing very well, and your postings have been entertaining and educational. The craftsmanship and thought that have gone into this project is appreciated by us as well. Can you tell us about the engine for the Super 10, is it a bullet that you've had sitting around or from another race car or is it brand new? Have you got any dyno time on it? Just curious if you can enlighten us on your chosen power plant. Thanks for any info. Danny Durham

04-18-2015, 04:42 PM	#3
Dragsinger VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Liberty City [East Texas] Posts: 1,760 Likes: 5 Liked 99 Times in 60 Posts	Re: Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series Danny, I will begin posting engine build photos soon. Just a few weeks away from assembly and checking and installing. During the project planning I considered all the common SBC packages. While several are proven and capable of winning I settled with the package that uses a Holley carb. I chose the 327/300 for the 1966 Corvette [and others] that allows the superseded Quick Fuel 585 carb. I got with Gary Hettler for heads and intake. In addition, Gary has been a key resource for engine parts selection. He has a combination of proven parts that will give good performance without trying to re-invent a package. I will do the final mock up and final assembly. While dyno testing is an option, the initial testing will be on-track. If it performs acceptably the focus will be refining the package to win races. The race ready truck will be about 3255 pounds with driver and fit in GT/TC with an index of 11.10. I expect the truck to qualify well and be capable of winning. Some of the parts: Dart SHP block with BBC cam bearings and .904 lifter bore Mile High Crankshaft race prep w/.012 long stroke Manley rods Bill Mitchell piston forgings worked by REBCO machine Total Seal .043 x .043 x 3mm Comp Cams special SS 327 grind T & D Rockers 041 heads by Gary Hettler Victor E intake by Hettler Quick Fuel carb, pump, regulator More info and photos soon. __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

04-25-2015, 07:04 PM	#5
Dragsinger VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Liberty City [East Texas] Posts: 1,760 Likes: 5 Liked 99 Times in 60 Posts	Re: Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series I am poised for another good round of progress. The next two weeks will bring completed wiring, completed plumbing, and engine building post. __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

04-26-2015, 10:17 AM	#6
Geerhead55 VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 1,632 Likes: 0 Liked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series We're going to hold you to that, Larry! Danny Durham

04-25-2015, 07:01 PM	#4
Dragsinger VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Liberty City [East Texas] Posts: 1,760 Likes: 5 Liked 99 Times in 60 Posts	Re: Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series I like simple items that are also very useful. We have two race cars fitted with these connectors. In addition, the clamps can plug on so the charger goes both ways. The jumper wires for connector to battery are both 4 gauge, because of the lighting the black looks smaller. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

04-28-2015, 11:16 AM	#7
billysguitars3 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: East Texas Posts: 3 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series Hey Dragsinger, your build is looking good ! A quick question .. . I know with Jeffie's computer programming expertise he'll be able to redial in a heartbeat for you but have you considered the possibilities of bringing the finished weight of car and driver down just a little ? I'm wondering if you'd have just a bit more flexibility if you dropped the weight from the interior say 50-75 pounds ? Just wondering....BTW looking Good !