We managed to get Brian’s 72 Buick GS to Norwalk for the Annual Buick Raceday and get some passes on it. On the dyno, it made 703 HP, full results here. We had a great first outing running three passes in the 10.60’s right out of the box. The engine has been dyno’d, but we hadn’t made any passes in the car, so we weren’t quite sure what to expect. We had some charging issues which plays hell with the MSD ignition boxes, and a big hesitation on launch, so overall we were very pleased with our first outing. I’m sure with some attention to detail, and getting issues straightened out, the car will run even better.
Overall, the Norwalk Buick Raceday is a great event, and it was nice to be able to put faces with all of the names of the Buick guys I have spoken to over the years. Roberta, Bill and crew do a great job putting this event on. If you have an opportunity, you should check it out. More info here: Buick Raceday: Facebook Page
This weekend’s sale items are our CNC ported Edelbrock heads for 455 Buick. These heads are proven performers, used on our 700HP E85 Buildup. To get the sale price, enter the part number of the heads youo are ordering as the coupon code. You will recieve $100 of the cnc ported heads, or $150 off the cnc ported heads for mechanical cams, or $200 off of the top end kit with the CNC ported heads which includes the Comp Cams Ultra Pro Magnum rocker arms, Cometic Gaskets, and ARP Head Studs. Check them out here. This discount is for online orders only, and only on those products mentioned. Coupon codes valid from 5/21/2010-5/23/2010. These heads are built to order, and may take up to 2 weeks lead time. This is in addition to Edelbrock’s cylinder head rebate offer
When you own your car as long as Gary has had this ’65, you have a long time to get it to perform the way you want it too. 23 years of hard work and dedication have made this car into a car that looks great and runs hard. On motor, the car has gone a best of 10.29 @ 131, and a 9.53 @ 143 with a 200HP Nitrous hit.
The Engine consists of a .038 over 455 Buick, running a BME Nitrous piston with Total Seal file fit rings, with 12.5 to 1 Compression. Stock length aluminum rods swing on a stock 455 Crank that is cross-drilled. A TA Performance HAlo Girdle helps keep the bottom end where its supposed to be, with ARP Studs clamping both the main caps and the heads in place. Speaking of heads, they are TA Track Eliminators that use the big 2.260/1.750 valve package with matching TA 1.7 ratio Roller Rockers. The cam is a custom flat tappet piece from Scott Brown at Competition Components. Specs are in the 260 at .050 range and .636 lift with the big 1.7 rockers. Atop the TA Intake is a single 1050 Dominator, with a Nitrous Express Gemini Twin single stage plate snuck between them. An MSD Billet distributor lights it all off, and a set of Lemon’s custom 2 1/8- 2 1/4 step headers direct the burnt mixture into the Dynomax bullet mufflers that try to keep things quiet. A Petersen external oil pump and a Meziere water pump, push their resective fluids through the engine.
The Trans and Converter are from Mike’s transmission, including the Ultimate TH400, as well as the 9inch converter. The rear end houses a spool and 3.70 gears, while 35 spline axles get the power to the tires. Gary has spent a lot of effort on the suspension on the car, and it has definitely paid off. The front end consists of TRZ Control arms, Moroso trick front springs, and HAL shocks to keep the Bogart Superfly lights heading the right direction. The rear sports Wolf Racecraft lower control arms, and HR Parts and Stuff uppers, as well as their anti roll bar. These work hard together to keep the 29.5X10.5 slicks planted, and Wilwood disc brakes all 4 corners make sure the 3550lb car stops on the big end. As I said before, all of this hard work has paid off, with 60′ times in the 1.48 range on motor, and a 1.38 (lifting) on the juice.
For over 10 years, FAST™ has been recognized as the leading developer of advanced electronic fuel injection technology. Our engineers have ignited new sparks never before seen in the EFI performance aftermarket year after year. With technical assistance that is beyond comparison, FAST™ has been able to build close relationships with customers. Many of these relationships have helped our Research & Development team stay on top simply by listening to the needs of our customers.
In 2001, FAST™ became a member of the COMP Performance Group™, gaining a larger source of technological resources than ever before. This enabled the fuel injection innovator to conduct more extensive R&D efforts with a larger team of engineers, which ultimately led to even more discoveries in computer-controlled horsepower.
Today, FAST™ continues to drive the aftermarket industry through constant new product development. And with a complete line of superior, easy-to-use EFI systems, intake manifolds, throttle bodies and other EFI components, FAST™ is committed to bringing the best fuel injection experience to both racers and street enthusiasts everywhere.
This weekend, we have deep discounts on both the FAST XFI Complete systems, as well as EZ EFI conversion kits. Check them out HERE!
If you are looking to tune up your car or truck or boat for optimal performance, look no further than FAST’s line of digital air fuel meters. The engineers at fast have done a great job developing this line of air / fuel meters including setups for ethanol and diesel.
With no laptop required, FAST™ has developed three simple, easy-to-use air/fuel meters for gasoline, diesel and ethanol/methanol (E85) fuels. Available in single or dual sensor units, these meters give tuners the power to read two wide-band O2 sensors individually or average them together for maximum accuracy of the engine’s air/fuel ratio reading. The FAST™ Air/Fuel Meters include several enhanced capabilities, including the built-in data logging capability that plays back recorded information on a lighted, full graphical display screen rather than using a laptop computer. Additional features include outputs for external data loggers, digital gauges, as well as a narrowband simulator function that allows you to feed your engine’s computer a factory signal while using the wide-band sensor for air/fuel measurement.
Competition Components offers all of these FAST air Fuel meters, as well as a full line of FAST accessories. Product listing here
Edelbrock is offering a rebate on cylinder heads from April 15, 2010 – June 30th, 2010. Simply purchase a pair of heads, download this rebate form, and recieve a $50 check and two Edelbrock T-shirts. In addition, for the same time period, we will give a $50 discount when you have us CNC port your heads. Purchase any Edelbrock ported head package and enter the coupon code “cnc” during checkout to recieve this $50 discount.
Performance leader adds new 15W50 lubricant designed specifically for use by professional engine builders during break-in of new and rebuilt engines With the current government regulations, today’s oils are missing many of the critical ingredients needed for engine protection. Engine builders and performance hobbyists are being forced to add extra protection additives in order to maintain engine safety and performance – but not anymore.
Engineers at COMP Cams® and Endure Performance Lubricants™ have expanded their line of automotive lubricants to include 15W50, as well as the original 10W30, weight oils. Both popular weights are ZDDP-fortified to provide maximum protection during initial break-in. Heavily tested and proven by the COMP Cams® R&D team, these advanced lubricants deliver maximum engine life. They do so by improving the surface mating of valve train components (especially flat tappets), rotating assembly, rod journals, piston rings, valve guides and other vital areas of the engine. The proprietary formulas of both the 15W50 and 10W30 oils include optimum amounts of critical additives ZDDP (Zinc & Phosphorus), Molybdenum, detergents and high grade base oil.
The mineral-based COMP Cams® Engine Break-In Oils are fully-formulated and require no additives or supplements. In addition, both popular weights are fully compatible with gasoline, methanol and high octane racing fuels.
We have added the entire line of PAC Beehive Springs to the site. PAC is a division of Peterson Spring , which has been manufacturing valve springs since 1914 Right here in the United States. Their quality is second to none, and we have great prices on them. Check out the beehive springs here. We have used many of these beehive springs on flat tappet and hydraulic roller engine combinations with great success.
Due to our increased volume with our Brad Penn distributor, we are able to offer additional discounts on the famous “green oil”. We have had great success with all of their oils, but the break in oil is top notch. We highly recommend it for all flat tappet cam engines, and it’s non detergent formula helps quickly seat the rings on roller cam engines as well. Check out our Brad Penn products.
