1972 Dodge Colt

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I was wondering, going from a hemi to a lighter motor, will you need to have the car put on scales to rebalance it?
Thinking about something similar with an Arrow.
 
TallCool1 said:
I was wondering, going from a hemi to a lighter motor, will you need to have the car put on scales to rebalance it?
Thinking about something similar with an Arrow.
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If you’re serious about being competitive absolutely yes rescale it.
 
Yes, I need to scale it.
I should be able to get three weights at the track in a couple of weeks.
Front, full and rear.
I wish I had a set of 4 scales.
 
slantracer said:
What record are you thinking about?
I'm asking for a friend.
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I thought I answered your question, but I don't see the reply.
Tell your friend to look at this chart:
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With some luck and HP, perhaps I can set one of these.
Of course this does not include retired records.
 
TallCool1 said:
I was wondering, going from a hemi to a lighter motor, will you need to have the car put on scales to rebalance it?
Thinking about something similar with an Arrow.
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I removed 90+ lbs. of lead from under the fuel cell.
I have no idea what the Colt currently weighs.
 
Thanks Will-meister.
Cooling check run.
Idled for about 5 minutes before this Video.
Never got over 180, and it's high 90's in Texas today.

Got Deb to run the Video.
Nice shot of my hindquarters.

 
which would be quicker: a C2 Colt or a Hyper-Pac version IF they were built that way from the factory?
I'd take an orange wagon with Hyper-Pac,5-speed and 4.30 8-3/4 please. (with black interior,no A/C or radio)
 
abdywgn said:
which would be quicker: a C2 Colt or a Hyper-Pac version IF they were built that way from the factory?
I'd take an orange wagon with Hyper-Pac,5-speed and 4.30 8-3/4 please. (with black interior,no A/C or radio)
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What is a C2 Colt?
I tried the HP intake on this 225, won't fit without a hood scoop.
Hood scoop is a non starter, "no scoop for you!"
Wagons are cool, not many made into race cars.
The Rod Shop wagon and this Cricket Wagon!
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C2 was Dodge's/Mitsubishi's hot rod parts for the OE Colt. Kinda like MP parts for US cars. I believe SS&DI campaigned some version of the Colt in a drag class.
Forgot about the Crickets. Our first cat when we were married was Cricket...I don't think that would be a reason to get one. IF you could even find one.
 
Never seen a SSDI Colt, that would be cool.
I have seen a SRT swapped Colt.
Loaded the Colt today to work out straps and trailer CG.
Good news, It Fits!

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Still working on the trailer.
Got the winch wired, that will help.
Added 2 tie-downs to the rear in line with the axle tubes.
Had to come way in-board to clear the tires and get a clear shot.
Still have to mount the spare, the floor jack, jack stands and air tank.
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The rear slicks are off to take for balancing next week.
I have to correct 1 brake line fitting and seal the front CS in the 4 speed.
It drips a drop a week of red line oil and that bothers me.

I picked up my Weber carb bodies from vapor blasting.
Going to get them back together in my spare time.
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Fixed the rear brake interference issue today.
New steel brake line, reversed the AN Fitting and a new 3 inch longer braided hose.
It's close on the on the track bar locator, but it's clear.
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Hyper_pak said:
Thanks Will-meister.
Cooling check run.
Idled for about 5 minutes before this Video.
Never got over 180, and it's high 90's in Texas today.

Got Deb to run the Video.
Nice shot of my hindquarters.

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Sounds great.
 
Fixed the trans today and re-installed the box.
The front retainer seal was missing the spring?
Missed that when I put it together.
Added some permatex on the countershaft where it rests in the front.
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Started the Colt today just for a final check.
Everything was looking good, so I drained the radiator and block.
I will refill with some fresh distilled water and a water treatment.
Looking like this Sunday at Xtreme Raceway Park in Ferris will be next.
Don't want to make any passes yet, just Tech and weight if I can.
A little driving around the pits and clutch, brake checks.
Just a good shake down before the first rubber burning.
Putting down all the data to document the starting point.
 
Hyper_pak said:
Yea, I'm a chicken.
Colt has not made a pass by anyone in 20 plus years.
Doesn't seem to smart to hang the front wheels in the air.... Yet!
Video next week.
Good or bad.
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No, I think you're smart!
 
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