I like your optimism about running 8s Al. But don't you think you should get the car down the track consistently first before spending on a chute? I've seen lots of cars running in the 8s with no chute as well as others with chutes that are never used. You can buy lots of fuel with what a chute will cost. Best of luck with your project.
I agree.. I have a chute and only use it on a few tracks.. I prefer not to use it unless needed.. I hate packing it even if its so called "easy"
