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by overdriv
Wed Oct 19, 2011 3:39 pm
Forum: Tech Questions
Topic: To spring or not to spring??
Replies: 3
Views: 31920

Re: To spring or not to spring??

thanks guys for the comments. I figured it is just a matter of adjusting them for the setup as with anything else. How hard am I going to hit the bars...well I'd like to get it set to leave with the front wheels just barely touching the ground and drive straight down the track with no surprises. Thi...
by overdriv
Sun Oct 16, 2011 9:39 am
Forum: Tech Questions
Topic: To spring or not to spring??
Replies: 3
Views: 31920

To spring or not to spring??

Hey guys, got to buy a wheelie bar for my car and have a couple of questions for the experts on draglist. It's a sportsman car 87 camaro backhalfed, big tires, 565 with a PG. Tell me the pros and cons of using spring loaded vs regular. Not talking about the ones with the leaf spring as the lower bar...
by overdriv
Sun Oct 16, 2011 9:29 am
Forum: Tech Questions
Topic: Tools
Replies: 8
Views: 42847

Re: Tools

Thanks Stimpy, I took a look at the links and that will help me decide what to buy.
by overdriv
Wed Sep 14, 2011 6:13 pm
Forum: Tech Questions
Topic: Tools
Replies: 8
Views: 42847

Re: Tools

No nitrous. I will Google. Thanks.
by overdriv
Wed Sep 14, 2011 5:24 pm
Forum: Tech Questions
Topic: Tools
Replies: 8
Views: 42847

Re: Tools

I dont see what type of motor you are running other than its a BBC,..Info to motor is pertnant when asking such questions. As for your springs it depends on if your blown or naturally aspirated for one, and also what kind of installed hights you are running for coil bind at full lift. If blown root...
by overdriv
Tue Sep 13, 2011 9:37 pm
Forum: Tech Questions
Topic: Tools
Replies: 8
Views: 42847

Re: Tools

Not a very prolific forum I guess.
by overdriv
Fri Sep 09, 2011 9:35 am
Forum: Tech Questions
Topic: building a back half car...got questions
Replies: 12
Views: 59527

Re: building a back half car...got questions

Thanks, Stimpy, does it matter if the wishbone is on top of the rear or the bottom?
by overdriv
Wed Sep 07, 2011 11:03 pm
Forum: Tech Questions
Topic: building a back half car...got questions
Replies: 12
Views: 59527

Re: building a back half car...got questions

Well that's my feelings too. So do you think I should still employ engine lateral limiters if I keep the trans mount. Seems to me it would limit the fore/aft movement of the engine/trans during acceleration and deceleration.
by overdriv
Wed Sep 07, 2011 9:37 pm
Forum: Tech Questions
Topic: Tools
Replies: 8
Views: 42847

Tools

I've got to buy some tools to use on my engine. I need a valve spring checker that will stand up to some pretty heavy springs. And probably something to compress the springs for remove/replace. I have T&D Machine pedistal mount rockers on a BBC. The engine has been setting for about 1 1/2 years ...
by overdriv
Wed Sep 07, 2011 9:23 pm
Forum: Tech Questions
Topic: building a back half car...got questions
Replies: 12
Views: 59527

Re: building a back half car...got questions

OK, if you mods think I should start a new thread just say so and I will. I will be using a front engine plate and a mid plate. The mid plate will be a hanger instead of bolting to the body on either side. Front plate will be 1/4" aluminum. Do I still need the mount on the rear of the transmiss...

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