Hot Rods XO/PP Bonneville project

I noticed a 409 truck block in the background?

 

348 tri-power.

 

I love the optimism of the parachute. It does look good and ads to the total package.

 

Optimism as in you hope it opens, or as in the truck going fast enough to need it?

John wanted to add the chute because the ECTA Arkansas mile has a short shut down area which means we need to slow down quicker than at Bonneville, so it's not just for looks.

 

How much shut down? My 40 Chevrolet went 151 at El Mirage and could be off the track just over a 1/4 mile. Old cars and trucks are a brick unless your going to pop it out of gear which I don’t see you doing with an automatic. Still looks great m and I hope you don’t need to use it in an emergency.

 

Not sure how much shut down, but I know John has my best interests (safety) top of mind. We've talked about removing the chute for Bonneville.

 

I wish to inform everyone that the April event for the ECTA 1/2 & 1 mile land speed event is postponed.
No new date has been noted at this time.
I had planned to cancell the trip to Arkansas in a few weeks anyway because of all that is going on with the pandemic. I didn't want to put the Crew and myself in harm's way not knowing what could be out there. We will regroup and plan another attempt for the event when things get better.
On behalf of the crew of the Virginia H.A.M.B. Special we thank everyone who is sacrificing by staying home to combat this pandemic.
This too shall pass....

 

good on you.
racin' can wait.

 

Installing 7/16 screw in rocker studs, new Stainless Steel Roller Rockers, Jegs high torque Starter, hi volume fuel pump, new 8 inch harmonic balancer.
Stainless block hugger headers. Mighty Mouse is starting to come together

 

That would look nice in the F100 John. I've got more than enough hood clearance.

 

Could be yours, willing to make a deal... No down payment, no interest no payment for 90 days...free coffee pot with purchase.
Lol, I could have been a car salsman...

 

Buttoning up the blower drive and water pump today

 

Looks like water pump belt should have gone on first. Any tensioner or alternator to tighten?

 

It all has to come back off for paint and belts, waiting for alt bracket...

 

mighty mouse now has its Alternator and blower drives complete. Start up coming soon

 

OK, here's a little video from @john mullen of the Mighty Mouse running – turn it up!

 

This engine is for sale, the profits go to the XO/PP 640 Bonneville project. It is turn key as seen in the video except the bell housing. For details PM me and I can answer your questions . This engine has a Steel Crank, H beam rods, forged pistons, balanced, light port work, roller rockers, new water pump, starter, fuel pump, double roller timing chain, new balancer, MSD ignition and coil, 650 double pumper Holley Spread Bore carb. Broke in, tuned fresh oil change and filter.. ready to drop in.

 

preping for Speed Week 2020 at the Bonneville salt flats.
Just want to thank the 640 crew Scott Robertson, Dave Russell, Sam pollard and Dan Urbansky and everyone who have made this extraordinary journey possible. We have made great progress in preparing the truck. To say we are excited is an undrestament to say the least. Just over 7 weeks to go..

 

Excited is the word for the day they are working so fast they get kinda blurry in some photos.

 

I’m beginning to think they feel the need, the need, for speed.


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They would not hold still for a photo op,
They hustle, got lots done.

 

A big shout out to Ben O'Connor at Impact Racing for expediting the re certification of our safety belts and window net systems.
Great service and top notch products.
Thanks Ben.

 

Crew work day report..
After pulling the front and rear brake drums for inspection we found the right front wheel cylinder leaking.
I have replaced both front wheel cylinders and brake shoes. Got to keep the driver safe..

 

looking foward to see my friend Doug Dwyer at speed week 2020.
I count it a privilege to call him friend..
The XO/PP 640 crew has gone all out to prep for the event.

 

Since they can’t seem to sit still have you considered giving them decaf?


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thanks to Jeff at AED fuel systems for the wet flow calibrations. Collected data from 2018 as for altitude and weather the air / fuel ratio should be very close.
Thanks Jeff

 

Progress report..
Got the torque converter lockup wired in today .

 

Just in, my local hot rod shop BAD COMPANY has now installed a chassis Dyno. Rear wheel / all wheel, and motorcycle capabilities. Oh yeah!

 

Just remember they are just numbers to be used like any other tool. They don’t know anything about traction, altitude, air density, and wind resistance in Utah in the month of August. The best truest dyno is the salt. Good luck.

 

The track you chose will tell you what you got and can tune to.