my 15 minutes of fame

[waybad]

at the lsfest this weekend in Beech Bend, I was the only ls Vega or H-body there,, everyone was so gracious with compliments it was almost
embarrassing I raced in the Rumble index 12.00.. I made it down to 7 cars from 140+.. I was so excited to be racing again...
it's been 24 years since I had raced on the track.. Friday I started at 12.34,, after tuning i got it down to 11.94 @ 113.34 in the heat
I think I can get it down a few more tenths with more tuning and better air I could not be more thankful for all of everyones help
with this build Thank you so much!!

here is a cell phone video of my second pass Friday,, not good quality but it's all I have..


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rcHxgVdfaY

I forgot, here is a little article they did on the car,, scroll down about halfway.. it's day 2 of lsfest

http://www.lsxmag.com/news/ls-fest-day-2/


Tinker

[T-FATTY]

I love your car, ever think of a little more gear? You have a 200r4, with 3.73s that would be an awesome combo.

[waybad]

yes, contemplating it,, that is what I had to start with,, not sure if I will do it or not,, the lower gear might cause it to pull out the upper rear mounts..
if I get faster than a 11.50 I think that is the cut off for a roll bar?.. the tires were moving on the rim about a 1" 1/2" every launch,, I had them aired up to 24lbs
Thanks for the compliments

[avewhtboy]

Well congratulations on attending LS fest I am sure just being there with the car was enough to make you really happy but with some coverage and some good drag times that must have really been icing on the cake. Maybe next year you will not be the only one!

Congrats on the milestone and job well done

[Kenova]

Congrats on a job well done (or is that done well?).
........ and people wonder why we do this stuff.

Ken

[KZVEGA]

That's awesome about the little article! Sweet ride !

[highstrungvega]

that's fantastic Tinker

[johnk]

good looking car

[waybad]

Thanks everyone , the build has been a love hate with this car.. after this weekend, it was more love

[waybad]

made the mega gallery photo 215


http://image.superchevy.com/f/210368723 ... -green.jpg

[Kenova]

Those big and little Rally wheels are a nice touch.

Ken

[EVL VEGA]

if I get faster than a 11.50 I think that is the cut off for a roll bar?

Nice Car!
Here's the NHRA quick reference ET/Safety chart.

[Monza Harry]

at the lsfest this weekend in Beech Bend, I was the only ls Vega or H-body there,, everyone was so gracious with compliments it was almost
embarrassing I raced in the Rumble index 12.00.. I made it down to 7 cars from 140+.. I was so excited to be racing again...
it's been 24 years since I had raced on the track.. Friday I started at 12.34,, after tuning i got it down to 11.94 @ 113.34 in the heat
I think I can get it down a few more tenths with more tuning and better air I could not be more thankful for all of everyones help
with this build Thank you so much!!

here is a cell phone video of my second pass Friday,, not good quality but it's all I have..


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rcHxgVdfaY

I forgot, here is a little article they did on the car,, scroll down about halfway.. it's day 2 of lsfest

http://www.lsxmag.com/news/ls-fest-day-2/Tinker

Well tinker you could repay us with a tripod for the camera! [and a telephoto lens] And a Mag article with pic! Now your just showing off! All kinding aside maybe next year you can get kicked out for being TOO FAST! [faster than your tech group/cage or lack thereof] You are doing us proud Tinker! Harry

[waybad]

Thanks Harry!! I'm still smiling ear to ear!!!
most fun I've had in years doing something other than the family stuff!! this was all me this time

[vegastre]

Love/hate...
Ain't that the truth! Congrats Tinker, I have enjoyed following the build and look forward to future reports. I just want to say it makes me feel good to see your project car come to fruition and a pretty cool party