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Wanted to sell / 2014 Ken Keir 205" FED Roller For Sale
« on: September 09, 2017, 07:16:59 PM »
2014 Ken Keir Race Cars 205” Front Engine Dragster certified to 6.0 – Award Winner 2017 NHRA Division One “Best Engineered”.  Attention to detail is flawless…will sell with or without 423” Bob Kaiser SBC and 1.80 Glide…best 7.47/177 natural on single gas carb.  21” hoop and adjustable pedals, rack & pinion, carbon fiber, all the unique touches a champion chassis builder provides.  Well over $65k invested…will sell for $18k less engine / trans /converter. Many extras…including Hayden / Akront front wheels, Precision electric shift, RPM Data Acuisition, Strange axles, Wilwood brakes, 4.00 R&P Aluminum Center…  Too many options to list…best of everything.  Call for details. 610-331-7587

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Front Engine Dragsters / To Air or Not To Air
« on: June 06, 2017, 04:35:00 AM »
This pic shows more wrinkles than expected...2585's on 12" rims with 7.5lbs.  It drives into the wheel stand...maybe drop the pressure and "slip" the tire more? 

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Matt Shaff's Engine Shop / Run Chart Analysis
« on: May 24, 2017, 04:58:42 AM »
Are the driveshaft (blue line) spikes at end of run wheel hop?

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Dan Dishon's Transmission Den / Powerglide Cable Adjustment
« on: May 24, 2017, 04:48:49 AM »
If the shifter cable is believed to be adjusted properly, i.e. park, reverse and 1 -2 shift occurs, is it normal for trans to have a slight forward movement when in neutral?

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Front Engine Dragsters / Food For Thought
« on: January 02, 2017, 09:59:56 AM »
Even though Front Engine Dragsters are Nostalgia by nature and the sport has evolved tremendously in so many areas, one area gives me angst every time I go racing.  It's the Tech Card, living in the computer era, why are we still filling out Tech Cards like we did 30+ years ago?  Talk about time consuming, manually completing tech info such as driver info, the myriad of SFI info etc...Why couldn't there be a PDF type form completed prior to arrival that you print at home and bring to the track, then sign it in front of tech inspector.  There are many possibilities to improve this process...your thoughts?

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Dan Dishon's Transmission Den / Powerglide Clutch Packs
« on: October 19, 2016, 06:19:31 AM »
Is there a limitation from a horsepower perspective for a 6 clutch pack / drum?  I've read that going to an 8 clutch pack can reduce the E.T.?  I see some manufacturers utilize a 7 clutch set up?  I'm contemplating upgrading to an aftermarket 1.80 gear set to replace the OEM 1.76, so I want to consider upgrading the clutch pack too.

thanks,

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Dan Dishon's Transmission Den / Transbrake Delay Box
« on: October 09, 2016, 05:28:46 PM »
Hey Dan,
Just installed a Dedenbear RTD-7 box and it makes the solenoid release appear "lazy"  once the entered delay time is reached?  With no delay the solenoid snaps in / out.

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Front Engine Dragsters / Slick Temperatures Post Run
« on: August 30, 2016, 04:37:22 AM »
I know I read somewhere on the site regarding slick temperatures post run...I've started doing it routinely as it relates to air pressures.  Post run my temperatures on the edges are 150F and 138F in the middle of my D2585 Goodyear.  Not sure if this means under-inflation?

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Front Engine Dragsters / D2585 Goodyears
« on: July 25, 2016, 05:41:45 AM »
Anyone running the D2585 slicks experience the rollout changing over time causing a mismatch?  At race pressure the set always taped darn near exact, now 1/2" difference. 

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Front Engine Dragsters / Slick Tire Pressures
« on: July 21, 2016, 04:36:24 AM »
When discussing air pressures for slicks half the time people tell me more air equals more traction and the other half says less air equals more traction?

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Front Engine Dragsters / Gen. Reg 1.8 Belly Pan - Retention Device
« on: July 19, 2016, 04:35:12 PM »
The regs state that a belly pan is to have a "flame retardant absorbable mat"  ( I'm paraphrasing).  What can be used to fulfill this requirement?  A NAPA gray absorbent mat? 

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Matt Shaff's Engine Shop / Post Run Shut Down Process
« on: September 06, 2015, 09:18:17 AM »
Do most people "click engine off" then "neutral" the transmission after the finish line?  Your thoughts?

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Wanted to sell / Old School Enclosed Dragster Trailer
« on: August 30, 2015, 04:56:59 PM »
Built in 1985 this trailer will fit a 225" FED has app. 24' of floor space and 54" height and 62" width inside.  Front storage doors both sides.  Has new Superwinch with deep cycle battery.  Has 2 new aluminum front wheel cradles mounted.  New Sears Craftsman tool chest mounted on side door.  Has front generator mount (generator not included).  New Electric tongue jack, tires, and rear taillights.  Tows like a dream at highway speeds.  $3800.00  Call: 610-331-7857

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Dan Dishon's Transmission Den / Effects of Loosening the Converter Stall
« on: August 29, 2015, 05:51:43 PM »
Does loosening the converter take away top end mph? 

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Wanted to sell / Ken Keir Built Stage 2 Chassis
« on: August 15, 2015, 05:26:56 AM »
New 205" Ken Keir built with carbon fiber seat, rack & pinion, 9" Ford, built to 6.0 specs.  All welding finished, buy a car that will hold its value.  You finish...Call 1-301-855-4988

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