Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series - Page 48

Dragsinger · 09-02-2015, 05:26 AM

Dale,

You may recall in earlier post I talked about driver comfort. The brake pedal position is part of the comfort. The pedal has been reformed to a more natural left foot position. It is in about the same position as the clutch pedal would be.

Dragsinger · 09-12-2015, 06:47 PM

We are whittling away at our get ready list for next week's Lucas D 4 race at Thunder Road Raceway near Shreveport LA.

Also, we have a new addition to our support equipment. I found a 30' class A motor home with low miles and in overall good condition. It needs some minor repairs and the usual maintenance items. The critical things will be completed in time for next weeks outing.

The extra room and comfort is a welcome upgrade from our cramped living quarters goose neck.

Dragsinger · 09-16-2015, 07:45 PM

The Team Woodfin Oasis

Dragsinger · 09-20-2015, 05:29 PM

Team Woodfin had a good outing at the Thunder Road D 4 Lucas race.

We ran .420 under first round which I think with limited data and limited runs is a good number. We have a total of 9 runs on the truck including todays final. Due to our work schedules we only got one run Friday.

The first round contest was between me and Ed Wright. It was a good tight race, double break out, with me going under more than Ed.

Photos and other updates soon.

Dragsinger · 09-20-2015, 07:58 PM

Lucas D 4 race, Thunder Road Raceway

Dragsinger · 09-21-2015, 07:10 PM

The Super 10, winding down the series.

Since the heading of this section is " under construction" the Super 10 no longer fits the subject matter.

On the first page about a year ago I stated the project posting would go all the way to racing super stock at a Lucas event.

That goal was accomplished Sept 19 & 20 at Thunder Road Raceway near Shreveport La.

It was a team effort that allowed the accomplishment and I am personally grateful for the excellent help.

If you have question about any section of the build I will answer your questions. Other than that, I do not plan to continue the series with the exception of an occasional update.

Little Chief · 09-21-2015, 11:24 PM

Thanks Larry,it has been a well documented thread.I have really enjoyed following the build as well as the opportunity to help any way that I could. As you know I am already looking forward to the next build. Monte

Ed Wright · 09-23-2015, 08:59 PM

Your little truck turned out very nice! Neat little racer.

colby · 10-10-2015, 11:10 AM

What happened Larry?
There was a ton of smoke, hope it didn't eat a motor.

Dragsinger · 10-11-2015, 01:38 PM

Colby,

It is sad news for Team Woodfin and the Super 10 engine. Pulling the valve cover and a quick check showed the engine broke #3 intake valve.

We licked our wounds, loaded up and towed home to Kilgore.

I do not know the extent of the damage now. I will tear down and see what can be salvaged then formulate a new plan.

I like the Super 10 package and think it is a good match for me. Considering what could be broken and considering what the replacement parts will cost I may change engine combinations. Too soon to tell just now but if the 327 parts have major damage I may change to the 1970 Camaro 350/360 engine factored @ 330 with Edelbrock heads [#60477 head] Doing so would take 40 or so pounds off the front and the truck would like that.

09-02-2015, 05:26 AM	#471
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 Dale, You may recall in earlier post I talked about driver comfort. The brake pedal position is part of the comfort. The pedal has been reformed to a more natural left foot position. It is in about the same position as the clutch pedal would be. __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

09-12-2015, 06:47 PM	#472
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 We are whittling away at our get ready list for next week's Lucas D 4 race at Thunder Road Raceway near Shreveport LA. Also, we have a new addition to our support equipment. I found a 30' class A motor home with low miles and in overall good condition. It needs some minor repairs and the usual maintenance items. The critical things will be completed in time for next weeks outing. The extra room and comfort is a welcome upgrade from our cramped living quarters goose neck. __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

09-16-2015, 07:45 PM	#473
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 The Team Woodfin Oasis Attached Thumbnails __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

09-20-2015, 05:29 PM	#474
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 Team Woodfin had a good outing at the Thunder Road D 4 Lucas race. We ran .420 under first round which I think with limited data and limited runs is a good number. We have a total of 9 runs on the truck including todays final. Due to our work schedules we only got one run Friday. The first round contest was between me and Ed Wright. It was a good tight race, double break out, with me going under more than Ed. Photos and other updates soon. __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

09-20-2015, 07:58 PM	#475
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 Lucas D 4 race, Thunder Road Raceway Attached Thumbnails __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

09-21-2015, 07:10 PM	#476
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 The Super 10, winding down the series. Since the heading of this section is " under construction" the Super 10 no longer fits the subject matter. On the first page about a year ago I stated the project posting would go all the way to racing super stock at a Lucas event. That goal was accomplished Sept 19 & 20 at Thunder Road Raceway near Shreveport La. It was a team effort that allowed the accomplishment and I am personally grateful for the excellent help. If you have question about any section of the build I will answer your questions. Other than that, I do not plan to continue the series with the exception of an occasional update. __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W

09-21-2015, 11:24 PM	#477
Little Chief Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Liberty City, Texas Posts: 31 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series Thanks Larry,it has been a well documented thread.I have really enjoyed following the build as well as the opportunity to help any way that I could. As you know I am already looking forward to the next build. Monte

09-23-2015, 08:59 PM	#478
Ed Wright Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Sand Springs, OK Posts: 8,132 Likes: 896 Liked 390 Times in 170 Posts	Re: Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series Your little truck turned out very nice! Neat little racer. __________________ Ed Wright 4156 SS/JA

10-10-2015, 11:10 AM	#479
colby Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Noble, OK Posts: 54 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series What happened Larry? There was a ton of smoke, hope it didn't eat a motor.

10-11-2015, 01:38 PM	#480
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 Colby, It is sad news for Team Woodfin and the Super 10 engine. Pulling the valve cover and a quick check showed the engine broke #3 intake valve. We licked our wounds, loaded up and towed home to Kilgore. I do not know the extent of the damage now. I will tear down and see what can be salvaged then formulate a new plan. I like the Super 10 package and think it is a good match for me. Considering what could be broken and considering what the replacement parts will cost I may change engine combinations. Too soon to tell just now but if the 327 parts have major damage I may change to the 1970 Camaro 350/360 engine factored @ 330 with Edelbrock heads [#60477 head] Doing so would take 40 or so pounds off the front and the truck would like that. __________________ Larry Woodfin 471W