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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: Bob J] #2477825
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Now I know which crank I will use in my next build, off to cranking out the work to afford one.
DVW what's the price tag on that piece if you don't mind me asking before everyone else does?
I ask, because my friend who just had a Hemi assembled by the celebrated Dave Dudek has Molnar internals swinging.

Nice weight not to have to deal with. Hidden in plain site. Love it.

Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: fullmetaljacket] #2477828
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I also presume that DVW will refreshen the springs up top to except the new RPM's?
What, maybe another 50-100 RPM's.

Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: Thumperdart] #2477878
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Bought brand new Pac 1224 for that purpose. 195 passes on them. At my secret facility on the computerized high faluten spring
tester showed surprising results. The old springs have the same pressure and rate as the new ones. In fact the lowest 2 springs tested are new.
Doug

Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: Thumperdart] #2485020
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Now adding the weight of a launcher parachute.Must be close to 60 lbs by the time I'm done with the mounts.BUT,,,,,,if your gunna add,behind the rear bumper is a good place!!


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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: hemi-itis] #2485052
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Removing weight and placing it where it does more good is better than eliminating a lot of weight all together.
In your case, adding weight behind the bumper is like moving the center of gravity more forward, or in other words, sort of like altering the wheelbase. It's always a good thing.
Next time you launch that thing, you and that Tesla are going to be the only cars in orbit. LOL.

Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: fullmetaljacket] #2485090
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Yep, just like adding a second battery to my Dart...........It needs and LOVES it compared to the single tested at the TRACK where it matters..... beer


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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: Thumperdart] #2485205
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Yes Sir.
Once a car is loafy and fluffy light, the weight could/should be reintroduced to where it serves it best.
In Thumper's case, it sounds like it was as simple as two battery cases instead of one placed in the right area. That's probably 70 Lbs between both batteries right there, but the car recognizes the ballast and bites.

Some cars just simply need a weight bar or ballast box to push the car over the tipping point to where it bites on ice.
Not to give away the ending here, but some cars in some incredibly unbelievable classes are biting with the smallest tires using weight management as the basis to the black art of bite.

Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: Thumperdart] #2486285
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Amazing how far the cars are going on a true 10.5!!


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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: hemi-itis] #2486466
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You guys need more power,Lol !!

We're up to 3330# with 56% on the nose !!

We won the Limited275 race last weekend on 275 drag radials
going a 4.83 @ 145mph with a 1.12 sixty...While weight placement
helps it's mainly about power management at our level !!

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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: fullmetaljacket] #2486600
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Originally Posted By fullmetaljacket
Now I know which crank I will use in my next build, off to cranking out the work to afford one.
DVW what's the price tag on that piece if you don't mind me asking before everyone else does?
I ask, because my friend who just had a Hemi assembled by the celebrated Dave Dudek has Molnar internals swinging.

Nice weight not to have to deal with. Hidden in plain site. Love it.

Crank was $860+shipping through their supplier Campbell Enterprises. I think Its the same cost from Barton as well. Its all together except headers, starter, steering column and new tires. We'll find out soon.
Doug

Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: Thumperdart] #2487630
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2.8 million views.This is the largest EVER!

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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: hemi-itis] #2487645
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Too much weight on this board, we gotta lighten it up. LOL.

What's up to the Left coast Mopars. Live from LA.

Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: fullmetaljacket] #2487651
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I'm in LA at the moment and busy all the way till the middle of May more or less, but I've got something good to share with you folks in the very near future.

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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: fullmetaljacket] #2487726
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Originally Posted By fullmetaljacket
I've got something good to share with you folks in the very near future.


can't wait !
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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: Thumperdart] #2488065
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FMJ is in LA,who's in the area??Bring him to a cruise!


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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: hemi-itis] #2488091
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Wish I had the time to go to a cruise. Days are not long enough here neither.

Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: Thumperdart] #2493355
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Ran across this item on Ebay, thought I'd pass it along to the lightweight freaks. Pretty simple/straightforward but it looks like it goes a little farther than a generic aftermarket part with the bottom plate.

One drawback for some might be that it's not very factory appearing though you could probably make it look however you wanted if trying to keep it stealthy. Kind of blank canvas. Even just a coat of the correct factory suede paint would go a long way, most would hardly bat an eye with a factory -type steering wheel on the end.

Wasn't Hemi-Itis was looking for something like this a little while ago? Maybe email the guy Al and see if he'd make ya one for your heap. Removable steering wheel adapter too.

A body auminum steering column Ebay


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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: RMCHRGR] #2493757
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I had an automatic brake pedal assembly and a column out of a 65 Coronet gifted to me.I removed the 2 pedal and put the auto one in.Still waiting to find the material to fab an aluminum brake pedal arm.
The column wire harness was changed by the gifter to the 63 harness as the 63 and the 65 uses different connection plugs.When I get into that when time allows,I will change out the solid shaft to CM tube and install a removable steering wheel.I wish to keep the directional switch because afterall,,,,it's a street car whistling

Supposed to get the car back tomorrow.Added about 40 lbs near the rear bumper............

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Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: hemi-itis] #2493778
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Itis.
If you got that pedal and hanger assembly from Special K, LOL, LOL, It's my old one.

I've given him almost if not all my old original stuff as I do not like to throw anything away that has to do with old Mopars.

Can't wait to see your car out this season along with mine and Haze's new street thug 62'
His 65' Coronet wagon is a gem with a stout motor in it. You gotta see it to believe it.

Anyhows, fellas, I've been quite busy as always and look to having my car out this season and also break the news. Stay tuned.

Re: Real world weight loss program and it` cost.......... [Re: Thumperdart] #2493822
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What went around is still going around,justalittle faster smoke
Thanks for that heads up on the aluminum column! Didn't know somebody made them,but I don't need to lose another ounce to reach my legal limit! whistling

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