Etown Wednesday (3/9)?

[Blackbirdws6]

Anyone interested in watching me embarrass myself in the Hellcat this Wednesday? Or perhaps run your car as well?

I'm going to see how terrible this car is to launch with the stock summer tires but it should be fun letting it loose on a closed course.

Who's in?

[MDSheds_SS]

I will be there trying out my new anti-roll bar.

[sweetbmxrider]

I'll be patiently waiting in my tow truck.

[6spdg37s]

I'll be there racing !

[Blackbirdws6]

Nice. What are you bringing?

[elle]

Sounds like fun. I keep reading on the interweb most guys are launching in second gear. Post results!!

[6spdg37s]

Nice. What are you bringing?

my SS

goin straight from my office hope to get there by no later than 5:45

the last hellcat i raced ran an 18.xx lol needless to say summer tires are terrible on it haha

[redsoxsstink]

i think thats a good night to test the new rear. when is everyone going?

[BrandonDrecksage]

planning on racing often? I just got a 16 charger scat pack that I'm planning on bringing there. I just need to get my break in miles done.

[SilverDropTop]

I should be there with the V.

[Blackbirdws6]

Sounds like fun. I keep reading on the interweb most guys are launching in second gear. Post results!!

I've read that and also seen folks still start in 1st. I think the first time out I will give it a shot in 1st and if that doesn't seem effective, I will try launching in 2nd. Good or bad, results will be posted.

my SS

goin straight from my office hope to get there by no later than 5:45

the last hellcat i raced ran an 18.xx lol needless to say summer tires are terrible on it haha

If I run 18's, I better be going backwards or have had a catastrophic failure.

i think thats a good night to test the new rear. when is everyone going?

Hoping to be there around 5:30 but may be around 6 depending on work/traffic.

planning on racing often? I just got a 16 charger scat pack that I'm planning on bringing there. I just need to get my break in miles done.

I wouldn't say I plan on racing it often. I'm sure after this trip, a set of DRs and a driveshaft will be on order in short order.

I should be there with the V.

Nice. How "stock" is she?

[SilverDropTop]

Only an airaid and ported tb for now.

[6spdg37s]

Considering the other cars u have I assume u can drive better than that person lol

[Blackbirdws6]

Only an airaid and ported tb for now.

Nice. First time running it? What are you hoping for?

Considering the other cars u have I assume u can drive better than that person lol

Apparently you haven't seen how terribly I drive my Firebird? ;)

I'm not too concerned but would like to see a 11 sec slip tomorrow. Doing some messing around during lunch, I think leaving in 2nd is going to be best. Anything over 1/2 throttle in 1st is pretty useless.

[3.4 grape of wrath]

I'm planning on going but only spectating. Still need to get my nitto's mounted and a little more tuning. Looking forward to seeing some drag racing again.

[NJ Torque]

Might go to hang... need bags for the GTO before I can race it.

[6spdg37s]

Nice. First time running it? What are you hoping for?



Apparently you haven't seen how terribly I drive my Firebird? ;)

I'm not too concerned but would like to see a 11 sec slip tomorrow. Doing some messing around during lunch, I think leaving in 2nd is going to be best. Anything over 1/2 throttle in 1st is pretty useless.

regardless lol I just go to have fun... I hope everyone runs the best they can and are safe doin it...unless ur an ******* like i have alot of people talking mad **** to me that im gonna run slower than I do or that their car is crazy fast and stuff and then watch them do terrible lol

[SilverDropTop]

Yep, first time at the track for the caddy. Hoping for low 12's since I'll be on street tires also and stock tune.

[Blackbirdws6]

regardless lol I just go to have fun... I hope everyone runs the best they can and are safe doin it...unless ur an ******* like i have alot of people talking mad **** to me that im gonna run slower than I do or that their car is crazy fast and stuff and then watch them do terrible lol

Friendly criticism can make things fun but there is no need for it to be that serious. Feel free to swing by and say hi if you see the HC.

Yep, first time at the track for the caddy. Hoping for low 12's since I'll be on street tires also and stock tune.

Very cool. I'm hoping many don't know there are doing a T&T this evening so its not too crowded. I'm sure they won't give more than 3 runs anyway but who knows. I'd rather not be there until close to get my 3rd run.

[SilverDropTop]

Yea we'll be lucky to get 3 runs. It's only $20 to race tonight so it might get packed.

[6spdg37s]

Friendly criticism can make things fun but there is no need for it to be that serious. Feel free to swing by and say hi if you see the HC.



Very cool. I'm hoping many don't know there are doing a T&T this evening so its not too crowded. I'm sure they won't give more than 3 runs anyway but who knows. I'd rather not be there until close to get my 3rd run.

Cool I will stop by n say hi
Yea we'll be lucky to get 3 runs. It's only $20 to race tonight so it might get packed.

I don't think it will be too crowded because I'm sure a lot of people's cars aren't done yet I noticed it's the most packed end of summer / fall . I pretty much went every week from open to close lol

[MDSheds_SS]

I saw 1320videos posted something today on Instagram about the 1st T&T at Etown. So that might get a few more people there. Unfortunately I have to bail on tonight. Warm track and cool air should make for some nice runs.

[MDSheds_SS]

Also if you want to guarantee 3 runs pay the extra 20 and get in a bracket. You get 2 dial in time shots and at least 1 race. Sometimes better then sitting in lanes 1&2 forever. Plus bracket racing helps you get better on the tree.

[Dudbird113]

Also if you want to guarantee 3 runs pay the extra 20 and get in a bracket. You get 2 dial in time shots and at least 1 race. Sometimes better then sitting in lanes 1&2 forever. Plus bracket racing helps you get better on the tree.

Or do no time. Always got 3 runs in when the street lanes were full

[sweetbmxrider]

Or do no time. Always got 3 runs in when the street lanes were full

Do they let 12 second cars run n/t?

[Dudbird113]

Do they let 12 second cars run n/t?

Anything from .01 to eternity

[MDSheds_SS]

So I made it down there. I bottomed out the y pipe on the beautiful roads of Oldbridge and at 1/8th mile the y pipe came off the header.
Had to drive home open header. Luckily the pass side stayed connected.

[6spdg37s]

I don't wanna talk about how bad i ran tonight...

I am back to having clutch problems... Prob going to have to do clutch and the hydrolic setup.

[Blackbirdws6]

Overall tonight was a lot of fun and apparently I was the only Hellcat there. I was pleasantly surprised at peoples reaction to the car and it started a lot of conversations. SilverDropTop made it out with his CTSV, KirkEvil with the TBSS and Redsoxstinks in the 3rd gen. I know other members were there but didn't see them or have an opportunity to swing over.

I got to the track around 5:45, got through tech and then right into the lanes. Before I could do anything, I was called to make a run. This would turn out to be the best run of the day. I left soft in 2nd gear and ran a 11.8 @ 123 with a 2.0 60'. In doing that, I managed to beat a nice C6Z who ran a similar mph. The guy was cool and chatted in the lanes after the run. The 2nd run was versus a GTR. I tried to leave harder in 2nd and the car literally had 0 traction. I ice skated to a 2.56 60' and aborted the run. You can assume the GTR did a bit better.... The 3rd run was versus a Boss 302 and due to my prior launch failure, I decided to leave soft....but it was too soft going to a 2.1 60' and a 12.0 @ 123. I did beat the Boss at least (video below).

So I think it's safe to say I will be figuring out a drag tire setup and a getting an aluminum driveshaft as well. For those unaware, they put 275s on these cars which is fun for easy burnouts but not so good for 60's.

I stopped on the scale as well and the car weighs 4670 lbs with me in it.

uy5s1wtfv5U

So I made it down there. I bottomed out the y pipe on the beautiful roads of Oldbridge and at 1/8th mile the y pipe came off the header.
Had to drive home open header. Luckily the pass side stayed connected.

Ouch that blows. Glad to hear you didn't lose the y-pipe completely.

I don't wanna talk about how bad i ran tonight...

I am back to having clutch problems... Prob going to have to do clutch and the hydrolic setup.

Was it not shifting at high rpms or a different issue?

[sweetbmxrider]

How fun is it to roll into the throttle and put down lengths? :lol: nice vid!

[MDSheds_SS]

I got there late, had just enough time to take a leak and then they called lane 1. I saw the HC but I didn't see you. I left right after my run. Figured open headers on a week night was definitely going to get me pulled over. But i lucked out.
Nice Video tho. Car sounds awesome.

[Featherburner]

Nice video! I love the sound of a supercharger spooling up. Brian, what did the Boss 302 run?

[6spdg37s]

Overall tonight was a lot of fun and apparently I was the only Hellcat there. I was pleasantly surprised at peoples reaction to the car and it started a lot of conversations. SilverDropTop made it out with his CTSV, KirkEvil with the TBSS and Redsoxstinks in the 3rd gen. I know other members were there but didn't see them or have an opportunity to swing over.

I got to the track around 5:45, got through tech and then right into the lanes. Before I could do anything, I was called to make a run. This would turn out to be the best run of the day. I left soft in 2nd gear and ran a 11.8 @ 123 with a 2.0 60'. In doing that, I managed to beat a nice C6Z who ran a similar mph. The guy was cool and chatted in the lanes after the run. The 2nd run was versus a GTR. I tried to leave harder in 2nd and the car literally had 0 traction. I ice skated to a 2.56 60' and aborted the run. You can assume the GTR did a bit better.... The 3rd run was versus a Boss 302 and due to my prior launch failure, I decided to leave soft....but it was too soft going to a 2.1 60' and a 12.0 @ 123. I did beat the Boss at least (video below).

So I think it's safe to say I will be figuring out a drag tire setup and a getting an aluminum driveshaft as well. For those unaware, they put 275s on these cars which is fun for easy burnouts but not so good for 60's.

I stopped on the scale as well and the car weighs 4670 lbs with me in it.

uy5s1wtfv5U



Ouch that blows. Glad to hear you didn't lose the y-pipe completely.



Was it not shifting at high rpms or a different issue?

High rpm wouldn't go in 2-3-4 and would grind but on street its fine
Just did a replacement dorman master like 200 miles ago

[sweetbmxrider]

High rpm wouldn't go in 2-3-4 and would grind but on street its fine
Just did a replacement dorman master like 200 miles ago

Don't guys do the drill mod to increase flow? Sounds like its not disengaging enough. My shifting is from P to D though 8-)

[6spdg37s]

Don't guys do the drill mod to increase flow? Sounds like its not disengaging enough. My shifting is from P to D though 8-)

Yeah did it when swapped master but now I'm thinking I will start with a good aftermarket master , re-bleed take it from there since either way it's gotta be done might as well start with the easier and cheaper option

Sorry to thread Jack lol

[Blackbirdws6]

How fun is it to roll into the throttle and put down lengths? :lol: nice vid!

I enjoyed it quite a bit. I can't wait to get a proper tire on the car to get the 60' down and leave in 1st.

I got there late, had just enough time to take a leak and then they called lane 1. I saw the HC but I didn't see you. I left right after my run. Figured open headers on a week night was definitely going to get me pulled over. But i lucked out.
Nice Video tho. Car sounds awesome.

Makes sense and thanks!

Nice video! I love the sound of a supercharger spooling up. Brian, what did the Boss 302 run?

She is a whiny bitch. Regarding the Boss, I will take a look at the slip when I get home.

High rpm wouldn't go in 2-3-4 and would grind but on street its fine
Just did a replacement dorman master like 200 miles ago

That sucks but hopefully you get it figured out.

[KirkEvil]

Had a good time there last night with the troll blazer, and definitely gave me the mod itch again.

13.76 @100
13.78 @100
13.81 @99

Want/don't actually need a converter. Badly.

[3.4 grape of wrath]

I'm planning on going but only spectating. Still need to get my nitto's mounted and a little more tuning. Looking forward to seeing some drag racing again.

Never made it down to the track. I've been in bed for the last 2 days with a fever.

[redsoxsstink]

car wasnt running right for me, 30mph was lost on the big end. very disapointing, but a bad day/night of racing is better than a good day at work.

[6spdg37s]

car wasnt running right for me, 30mph was lost on the big end. very disapointing, but a bad day/night of racing is better than a good day at work.

Did u run the sunset orange last night

[NJ Torque]

Did u run the sunset orange last night

That's a V6 car. hes talking his 3rd gen.

[elle]

11.8 at 4670lbs:shock:

The new cars really make me not want to buy anything old ever again,.

[Featherburner]

Had a good time there last night with the troll blazer, and definitely gave me the mod itch again.

13.76 @100
13.78 @100
13.81 @99

Want/don't actually need a converter. Badly.What size would you use? I saw a .4 drop with a mild 3000rpm from Circle-D

[KirkEvil]

What size would you use? I saw a .4 drop with a mild 3000rpm from Circle-D

The problem with putting a stall in the TBSS is that I would like to retain towing ability. I would definitely see gains with a stall but it's not an apples to apples comparison to other LSX platforms with 9.5" converters to the tow rated stalls. Rotational mass is not improved by much since the converter would be close to the stock 12" size, and stall rpm and STR must be lower so the Trans does not cook.

Yank and circle d each make a non billet converter that they claim keeps stock towing capacity. Those are 278mm and 3k is the highest they go. I'm skeptical that this would net the et drop to justify the price and sweat of installing it. My truck is AWD so install is going to be twice the pain in the ass.

The yank pro converters or vigilante multidisc are built to 258mm. I suspect I could get away with towing here and there on a 3200 even though they aren't advertised for it. Downside with these is twice the cost and risk.

[sweetbmxrider]

When is the last time you towed, bro?

[BonzoHansen]

When is the last time you towed, bro?

I will predict that <2 weeks after he installs a converter he will need to tow someting lol

[sweetbmxrider]

I will predict that <2 weeks after he installs a converter he will need to tow someting lol

He has a bolt on c5, da **** he gunna break? :lol:

[KirkEvil]

He has a bolt on c5, da **** he gunna break? :lol:

Need towing ability since my pal is getting out of the towing game :bertstare: and the C5 trans is definitely going explode first time out... I used up all my luck on the camaro trans

[sweetbmxrider]

Need towing ability since my pal is getting out of the towing game :bertstare: and the C5 trans is definitely going explode first time out... I used up all my luck on the camaro trans

The trans will be fine. That poor ls1 will grenade on the missed shift doe :|

Buy a truck! Plenty to go around!!!

[Blackbirdws6]

Need towing ability since my pal is getting out of the towing game :bertstare: and the C5 trans is definitely going explode first time out... I used up all my luck on the camaro trans

C5 trans will be fine.....Just drive it like an auto and roast that clutch you need to replace.

[Featherburner]

The problem with putting a stall in the TBSS is that I would like to retain towing ability. I would definitely see gains with a stall but it's not an apples to apples comparison to other LSX platforms with 9.5" converters to the tow rated stalls. Rotational mass is not improved by much since the converter would be close to the stock 12" size, and stall rpm and STR must be lower so the Trans does not cook.

Yank and circle d each make a non billet converter that they claim keeps stock towing capacity. Those are 278mm and 3k is the highest they go. I'm skeptical that this would net the et drop to justify the price and sweat of installing it. My truck is AWD so install is going to be twice the pain in the ass.

The yank pro converters or vigilante multidisc are built to 258mm. I suspect I could get away with towing here and there on a 3200 even though they aren't advertised for it. Downside with these is twice the cost and risk. Circle-D offers billet converters in 245mm, 258mm, and 265mm single and multi disk. I have their 258mm single disk. Your truck is 1000lbs. heavier than my car but I'm willing to bet the 265mm with a stall range of 2500-3500 would do you just fine. I'd call or email Chris at Circle-D and get his take on occasional towing. He was very helpful when I was selecting my converter.

[KirkEvil]

Right now the vette is going nowhere fast. Started tearing into it last night to replace the shot balancer and saw that all the bushings bolts and rod ends are looking their age. There is also enough dirt stuck in the radiator and condenser that I could plant seeds and nourish a small plantation. It would be a niche market, but I foresee a profitable future in a trackside vette vegetable market. Let's be real, those corvette nut jobs with dead hands, stuffed animals, and 7 taillights would kill for a chevy grown eggplant. In summary, Tbss needs to retain towing if I am to pull this mobile gardening opportunity to the track.

[sweetbmxrider]

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