Project "Payback"

[Nessumsar]

Dang Todd, new shoes and a cut-n-buff; she's gunna be real purdy. Just in time to get some rock chips at Buttonwillow too!

How many miles did you have on the engine when you checked the spring preasures? You've got me wondering about my engine now, granted its not as high-strung as yours.

[Vegas69]

It only has 3500-4000. Remember, I'm turning it close to 7k and that takes some higher valve spring rates on a big block. Sitting is hard on them as well. I'd still check them if I was you. You may not have a spec but you could see if you have some week springs. I'd let you borrow mine.

[FETorino]

Originally Posted by Vegas69

It only has 3500-4000. Remember, I'm turning it close to 7k and that takes some higher valve spring rates on a big block. Sitting is hard on them as well. I'd still check them if I was you. You may not have a spec but you could see if you have some week springs. I'd let you borrow mine.

Todd

Thanks for the posting on your thread about the lifters. I looked into the no needle rollers and swapped them on the advice of Crower prior to installing the ones I had so it only cost me the difference.

Now maybe a belt drive to isolate your springs from engine harmonics would be a good idea. I know they are expensive but they have some advantages, one being the isolation piece one being the adjustability and then there is the trueness of timing and ease of maintenance.

The new shoes looks sweet

[Vegas69]

Guys, it's been one hell of a fun ride building Payback. I've made some great friends, learned some lessons, and had some lifetime experiences. I hate to see her go but it's time to move on and apply my knowledge and skills to a new build. Payback is ready for a new home and adventure.

At this time, I have some ideas floating around my head but nothing is set in stone. I'm going to take a little breather and really formulate a plan for my next hot rod.

I can promise you one thing, it will be interesting and really FAST.

[Spiffav8]

Originally Posted by Vegas69

Guys, it's been one hell of a fun ride building Payback. I've made some great friends, learned some lessons, and had some lifetime experiences. I hate to see her go but it's time to move on and apply my knowledge and skills to a new build. Payback is ready for a new home and adventure.

At this time, I have some ideas floating around my head but nothing is set in stone. I'm going to take a little breather and really formulate a plan for my next hot rod.

I can promise you one thing, it will be interesting and really FAST.

Looking forward to the next chapter. It's sure to be even more fun than Payback was.

[73CPCAMARO]

Todd,

Good luck with your next project. I am looking forward to watching the build of your new car and which direction you go with it.

Brian

[FETorino]

Payback is impressive. Whatever you have in mind it must be pretty special to one up your current ride. I guess I missed my opportunity for a BB Ford vs Chevy shootout by a year

GLWS somebody is going to get their moneys worth. Your price covers the tuning that's about it.

[67zo6Camaro]

Originally Posted by Vegas69

Guys, it's been one hell of a fun ride building Payback. I've made some great friends, learned some lessons, and had some lifetime experiences. I hate to see her go but it's time to move on and apply my knowledge and skills to a new build. Payback is ready for a new home and adventure.

At this time, I have some ideas floating around my head but nothing is set in stone. I'm going to take a little breather and really formulate a plan for my next hot rod.

I can promise you one thing, it will be interesting and really FAST.

Wow, wow wow! I had heard a rumor and now it's true. As some may say "All good things must come to an end"

I'm looking forward to seeing what you come up with.

Good luck with finding her a new home, she has been good to you.

[chr2002ca]

Wow. I had also heard some rumors and kinda thought you might be preparing it for sale. Damn, really sad to see you sell her, but I know you have that competitive spirit and racing bug in you and will most likely build something new that even Satan would be proud of. I look forward to your next build and catching up with you in person again soon.

[DOOM]

$110.000 .00 is a absolute steal for that car thats all I gotta say!!!