Project Update

Well it's been awhile but here it is.

Before I stripped the car I added an X Brace across the front and tower hoops.  This allowed me to install an alum front beam plus it added more protection.  (for the NOS battle) and stiffened up the front end.  I removed the stickers from the side panel and engraved flames on them.

I designed a remote sump for the motor to keep some oil  pressure for those long 50 MPH wheelies.  Using a Moroso reservoir, I mounted a valve body to it so the oil pump has to have 65lbs. to charge it but allows oil to flow back when the pressure drops.  This is so the motor doesn't starve on startup.  It also adds another 1/2 oil quarts of oil capacity.

The dash panel that was there was nice looking but not very functional, so I started over. 

New gauges, switches and all new wiring.  Now all the switches are at arms reach and much more user friendly. 

I got tired of the carb and decided to go with fuel injection.  So I gathered a 4.3 TBI unit and all the parts needed (ECM, Paintless wiring, harness, and a handful or sensors).  This is the ticket for off-road.  It use to die going downhill and load up really bad going over the rough and there was a lot of gas in the oil every time I changed it, but now it totally out performs the carb. 

The transition works great!!!  The close ratio gearing makes it feel like there's more power (at least more usable power).

I'm happy with the changes I've made but I must move on to another project.  I am expecting delivery of a Tech 3 two seat rear engine rolling chassis. 

This will be their first two seat rear engine chassis and I'm excited to be able to customize it to suit my needs.  I haven't decided whether to cannibalize my old car or sell it.  The old car is nice but doesn't have the suspension I want.  It also doesn't have the cushy seats and elbow room I want for my tired old body.  

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