Originally Posted by topside
I'll assume the tires on that rocket ship are up to the task, and a thorough check-over is done; and wish you a safe run & excellent results.


I'll be replacing the left front lower control arm this weekend. The bushing is a bit worn. The rest of the chassis is looking good. My summer tires are Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 105(Y). They're rated in excess of 189 mph, have more than half their tread, less than 2 years old and have no patches or plugs. Wheels are straight and true with no repairs. Brakes are in good shape. Rotors had less than .001" of runout.

I will be installing the harness I use for the Big Bend Open Road Race and my safety gear is up to spec.

Everything should be good to go but I'll do a thorough nut and bolt inspection as race time grows near.


We are brothers and sisters doing time on the planet for better or worse. I'll take the better, if you don't mind.
- Stu Harmon