Red Hot Racing's "FireCracker"

[BetterWithBoost]

So, here it is, folks... After a truly AWESOME first LSR season at
Maxton(the people are bar none the best anywhere), we've begun
the off-season scheming for my 1998 Camaro Z-28. At this point
it's a whole lot of hodge-podge bench racing, but I think it's safe
to say that this thing should haul the mail in 2009. When I say 'we',
the usual suspects are myself, my brother Seth<fahrenschnell> and
our good friend Steve<White Monster>. Here's where we're at thus
far, what we have planned and of course, what YOU think. Enjoy.

:NOW:
1998 Chevy Camaro
LS1 w/ bolt-ons
T56 w/ stage 2 internals(think Viper T56 minus the cryo stuff)
Moser 9" rear w/ TrueTrac diff. and 3.25 gears
Full cage, Kirkey seat, 5 point harness
Dual 6.5# Firefox extinguishing systems
Wolfe Racecraft chute mount, Stroud LSR chute







--Best run at Maxton: 155.618mph--

Here's where the scheming(i.e. empty bank accounts) come into
play... The plan is pretty simple; iron GM block, low compression
rods/pistons and a BIG forced induction system (most likely an
intercooled turbo setup). The right go-fast parts should net
900+rwhp and gobs of torque. Can you say "traction issues"? : - )

Our overall for 2009 is FUN, FAST, and most importantly, SAFE
racing... but of course, we wouldn't mind getting a green hat,
either. Comments? Thoughts? Ideas? We'd love to hear 'em.

[fahrenschnell]

Re: Red Hot Racing's &quot;FireCracker&quot;

Traction Issues is an understatement.....Can't wait to get started though. We will be making sure to give credit to all who have helped so far and are helping with out plans for 2009.

We are really stoked and looking forward to the new season. Hope to see you all out there.

Seth

[milner351]

Re: Red Hot Racing's &quot;FireCracker&quot;

what kind of tires will you run?

will there be a gear change along with all these power upgrades?

Clutch upgrades?

[fahrenschnell]

Re: Red Hot Racing's &quot;FireCracker&quot;

We are planning on a Drag Radial....28" or so....

We already have a 3.25 gear in it specifically for LSR.....But it does get 34 mpg on the highway...Sweet.

The Clutch will be changed when the motor gets swapped to a twin disc Textralia.....EXPENSIVE....but VERY good.

Seth

[std]

Re: Red Hot Racing's &quot;FireCracker&quot;

What about tubing it and getting some big tires on it?

[fahrenschnell]

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It already can fit a 315 series tire under it stock....any bigger than that and it starts to be counterproductive in aero.....

I still think it is going to light them up in 4th and 5th......Should be interesting.

Seth

Wanna drive it Dave?

[std]

Re: Red Hot Racing's &quot;FireCracker&quot;

Absolutley, I haven't driven that fast in a long time.

[fahrenschnell]

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It can be arranged...

Seth

[BetterWithBoost]

Re: Red Hot Racing's &quot;FireCracker&quot;

It can be arranged...

Absolutely, Dave. We'd love to have you and John
come down here and run with us next year.

[milner351]

Re: Red Hot Racing's &quot;FireCracker&quot;

I hope we can make that happen, that would be sweet.
I don't have a fire suit or proper helmet though - just a motorcycle helmet.

[HoosierGTA]

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Wow that is a pretty new and nice car to gut for racing ! What are you doing to keep the tops from flying out ? Hope to get me and the T/A down there this coming year .Wasn't able to get there this year .

[DanStokes]

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These crazy kids are fun to be around. It was fun seeing them all get their respective licenses and go from spectators with a stock car to racers - all the while volunteering with us. These are great young men - except for Steve, who is a great middle-aged guy (I'll pay for that!). Seth and Luke have the kind of brother bond that we all should strive for, and their sweeties ain't bad, either (hope Greta is feeling better).

John - I've never seem anyone kept off the track due to lack of a helmet. SOMEONE will come up with one from somewhere. I'd lend you mine but it's a small - all that's needed for my little bitty brain.

Later
Dan (or Grandpa Dan, as I am known in other circles)

[BetterWithBoost]

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John- We have a suit and helmet you can use; as for
gutting a "pretty new car", that happens to be my forte.
What good is shiny, new and fast when you can have
shiny, caged and WAAYYYY faster? Just my $.02. I
bought it for a toy, so there's no mixed emotions with
exchanging all of the creature comforts for balls to the
wall race/safety parts. We're probably going to make
new t-tops with sheet metal and tie them together for
added security. Don't worry, I'll paint them flat black
to keep the exterior pretty : - )

[fahrenschnell]

Re: Red Hot Racing's &quot;FireCracker&quot;

Roll Cages are Pretty.....

Seth

[min301]

Re: Red Hot Racing's &quot;FireCracker&quot;

Sounds like a hoot!