Track results from Victor 5.0 and 1 3/4 long tubes

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Finally got my engine back together and headed out to the track this evening. Not very pretty though. Could not hold traction.

I did improve my mph 2.70 from 121.67 to 124.37. And this was in 20 degree warmer weather. This run was the only pass that you could even call a pass. And only then I eased into it off the line and then hit the rpm limiter in first gear. Was very apprehensive from my first run as I almost ran into the wall when I lost traction. Needless say I wasn't paying attention to the tach as I should. The car fell on it's face as it hit the limiter but somehow I managed a 10.781 et.

Apparently I have added some hp. But can't get it to the ground. I have the same pressure in the air bag, same in my tires, same suspension. The only thing that has changed is I add 33 spline axles and a spool. Is this the problem? Do I need a wider tire? I only have 8" wide wheels so to effectively use a wider tire I would need wider wheels or a taller tire with these wheels and then my gearing would be too tall.

I would say there is indication the Victor 5.0 and 1 3/4" headers have done something but I won't know how much better until I get my "new" traction problem solved.




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88 347, Twisted wedge heads,Comp Cams 224/230 cam, 1/4=10.718 @ 123.02 mph dyno= http://www.fbody.com/members/LarryS/mustdyno.jpg