Possible Build -

[Billy Nees]

Originally Posted by JoeCool108

Live in the Orlando Florida area, Im comfortable doing anything. Grew up a gearhead with my dad who is 75 and still around and still fabricates everything by hand because he enjoys it.

I realize Stock eliminator is a challenge and may have to get the engine machine work done by someone who knows stocker engines..

Time frame Probably 6 months to a year. Ive been travelling quite a bit for work.. that paying job gets in the way of fun things. Plus need a realistic budget number between competitive car, trailer and tow vehicle...

Id like to make it a father/son and my son project possible..

Like to race NHRA and local S/SS associations..

How far under do I need to go and be competitive if I have to race heads up?

Not sure if the pans are available either, but would save time if they were.

Your Dad being around and being a fabricator is going to be a great experience and invaluable.

If you know how to assemble/dis-assemble/assemble/repeat until finished engines, any competent machine shop can get you in the game.

You can build this Pinto with a "reasonable" budget. An extra added bonus of the Pinto is you won't need a big truck and trailer to move it.

A Father/Son/Grandson project gets a double thumbs-up!

You've got a very good S/SS assn. in Florida.

You've got to go at least as fast as the guy in the other lane. Luckily, there aren't very many W cars in Florida.