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11-13-2019, 09:40 AM | #1 |
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If you were a newbie to the Stock eliminator...
Which car would you build? I'm looking at the C5 Vette, Gen 5 Camaro, the new style Dodge Challenger or what? Knowing that the rear suspensions in these cars listed have to be changed over to straight axle. Any and all input is welcome, pos or neg!
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Re: If you were a newbie to the Stock eliminator...
Regardless which one you choose , the rear suspension setup must meet the NHRA accepted design for these cars ,which means the 4 bar design and measurements that the original builders submitted to NHRA must be adhered to .
Also a wheelbarrow full of large denomination bills will make the build go smoothly . In my opinion ,as an old guy, the Challenger is much easier to build and work around in ,due to its larger size. Although ,there are kits now made for the Vette.
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Re: If you were a newbie to the Stock eliminator...
I'd buy Dan Fletcher's COPO. Already tested and worked out, proven winner and at 85k much cheaper than what you're going to have in building one yourself.
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11-13-2019, 10:34 AM | #6 |
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buy my cobra jet has run 1.90 under index and Q #1 at this years us nationals just freshen and ready to go and only $55,000 call 309-523-3922
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11-13-2019, 10:39 AM | #7 |
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Re: If you were a newbie to the Stock eliminator...
For anyone starting in Stock eliminator, my advice is buy a car already built, after you've earn enough experience racing and working on the car you will be able to answer the question yourself.Work and have fun at understanding the class.
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Re: If you were a newbie to the Stock eliminator...
I built a new car, should have bought one that was done. Not sure I would do it again. But now I am having fun with my 79 Mustang U/SA
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11-13-2019, 01:06 PM | #10 |
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Re: If you were a newbie to the Stock eliminator...
I've done both. Build a car from nothing and bought a complete running competitive car. Buying a car complete and competitive is way easier but not as fulfilling as building it yourself. As long as you have the time and money.But sure is nice being able to race immediately. Confused yet........lol
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