Krambo Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 (edited) Well we had a good time at Island dragway. The weather was good however the track was absolutely crap. In 6 hours, I was only able to get in two runs due to the huge turnout, technical issues and what seemed like someone oiling the track every 20 minutes. Anyway I believe the Hi temp for the day was like low 50's and plenty of sun with minimal wind. Since last time in my tune - I removed 100% TM, shortened my 1-2 shift to 5950. Physical changes to the truck since last time - No bed cover (left the 2 x-2000 hinges on though), I am now using 4 28" M&H drag radials from the 29.1" dunlop mud and snow tires. I still have the truck set-up for dragging so I can take it to the truck stop and get weighed. I still will be in the 5400# range with me in it. 1st run: 60'.......... 1.612 330......... 4.792 1/8.......... 7.521 1/8 MPH... 89.59 1000.........9.881 1/4...........11.877 1/4 MPH....112.84 I did not heat up the D/R's and spun of the line a bit. If I heated the tires, I feel I could have got my goal of a 1.5xx 60 ft time. I didn't look at my log while I was hanging out with the group and actually set-up my lap top for logging in E. Mack's truck. That was my mistake,...not looking at my logs prior to my next run (more on that later). So after like 5 blown motors and track clean-up I got to go again. I didn't heat-up the tires again and slipped off the line again. 2nd run: 60'.......... 1.613 330......... 4.776 1/8.......... 7.498 1/8 MPH... 89.67 1000.........9.860 1/4...........11.859 1/4 MPH....112.67 The truck was running very strong on this run however I deffinately felt less pull over say 5400rpms on both runs. I finally looked over my one log last night and sure enough, I had 3* peak KR at every rpm over 5K. This pulled my advance and gave me less power. Some may say no however, I firmly believe that this is a result of getting a 10% ethanol blend gas earlier in the week at "Shitgo" (Citgo). It is getting harder and harder for me to find straight 100% 93 octane around here without it being oxygenated, have conditioners or have a 10% ethanol blend. Not that it is bad or anything, just I have been working my tune to the limit and the slightest change causes power loss unless I mess with the fueling and advance. Anyway, I stated last year that I felt my truck had an 11.75 in her and I still stand by that. I left the drag radials on and if I can find an open track and get to it, I will post the 11.75 AND the 1.5xx 60ft time. Timeslip scans: And there just might be a video of one of these runs. Ken was a videographer on Sunday and I didn't even realize it! Had fun guys and I can't wait for the next one. BTW, Eddie, you and I have some things to talk about. I went over your logs last night Edited November 13, 2007 by Krambo (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2006LS2TB Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Congrats man. That's damn fast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JF-03-SS Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Congrats Kevin. That is damn fast w/ 5400lbs. Wish the track had been closer to me so I could have been there for those runs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hankg42 Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Excellent, Kevin. Congratulations! You will reach your goals, and probably better them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zippy Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Congrats, at the point you're at ever little thing has such a big effect. I see an 11.7 being doable for you. How is Eddie's truck running? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brobradh77 Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 nice times Krambo. May one day I can get there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rausche Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 (edited) Good times buddy! What're you doing with that motor when you build you new one, eh? (dibs) Edited November 13, 2007 by Rausche (see edit history) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterp Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 I know you're still working at it, but serious Congrats man on your improvements Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireman31 Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Kick ass man!! Seeing that run in person was even sweeter! You'll be seeing 11.50 before long, I guarantee it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashleylorraine Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Congrats, Kevin! Sweet runs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithl3 Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Good work, getting closer to your goal.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SD619SS Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 Congratulations,That is really moving ...and still with the 112???Very impressive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moog5050 Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 OUTSTANDING! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holty Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 WOW Kevin, that is huge, congratulations. I'm soooo jealous though...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SSThunder Posted November 13, 2007 Report Share Posted November 13, 2007 sweet runs Krambo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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