Back in the late 70,s Direct Connection did a back to back test with a bracket car between the SSH-44 and the MP 509.

The results were

SSH-44 1.621 60ft. 11.95, 1/4 @ 115.18

MP 509 1.621 60ft. 11.82, 1/4 @ 116.61


I agree with you that the following MP cams were copies of the designs that Racer brown came up with. If my specs are correct the SSH-44 actually had less duration then the MP 509. Witch, would indeed make it a better street cam then the 509.


As far as the 509 goes, it can be a screamer with the right combo, as well as some of the other MP grinds. mike