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Forum: Chevrolet 07-29-2025, 03:40 PM
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Posted By Derek69SS
It was 100 degrees out, so I was running the AC...

It was 100 degrees out, so I was running the AC in grid and on the cool-down lap, but not during the track session. I was in a fire suit, gloves, helmet, etc, so I was very hot in the car.
Forum: Chevrolet 07-28-2025, 02:12 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 17,303
Posted By Derek69SS
It's actually a Grant 930 (which I see now has...

It's actually a Grant 930 (which I see now has been discontinued)
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/grt-930

I did run a repop rosewood wheel for a while, but the 16" diameter felt too big for...
Forum: Chevrolet 07-27-2025, 09:08 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 17,303
Posted By Derek69SS
Had a little fun at GingerMan Raceway on Friday...

Had a little fun at GingerMan Raceway on Friday running the Motorstate Challenge. Here's a fun video of me catching a C7 Grandsport Z07 to get a point-by.
...
Forum: Day 2 stuff-modified cars 07-14-2025, 04:14 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 29,974
Posted By Derek69SS
One more thing I still need is front seatbelts....

One more thing I still need is front seatbelts. Those were missing, but I have a pair of dark blue ones to use until I find the correct ones for it.
Forum: Day 2 stuff-modified cars 07-14-2025, 01:16 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 29,974
Posted By Derek69SS
I have one, I just can't find the hub for it that...

I have one, I just can't find the hub for it that I know I have somewhere... I might have to just bite the bullet and buy another.

The wheel I have is cracked, but it's nice enough for this car.
Forum: Day 2 stuff-modified cars 07-14-2025, 03:07 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 29,974
Posted By Derek69SS
Tonight we finished installing the new interior. ...

Tonight we finished installing the new interior.
The car came with the seats already redone, and new door panels, all from Legendary. I ordered carpet, floor mats, package tray, and a couple cans...
Forum: Day 2 stuff-modified cars 06-05-2025, 04:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 29,974
Posted By Derek69SS
Before we can install a new interior, we needed...

Before we can install a new interior, we needed to patch some rust in the floors. I turned Cale loose on this project while I continue to block sand on his '55.

We will also swap out the V-Gate...
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 05-27-2025, 04:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,029
Posted By Derek69SS
255hp, and the 4 is 4-bbl carb

255hp, and the 4 is 4-bbl carb
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - For Sale 05-21-2025, 05:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 831
Posted By Derek69SS
Shouldn't that be April 18th? Your text says...

Shouldn't that be April 18th?
Your text says May, but month is 4, correct?

I know someone looking, but I think that car is first week of April.
Forum: Technical & Restoration 05-09-2025, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,418
Posted By Derek69SS
Steve has done a few things for me, too... helps...

Steve has done a few things for me, too... helps that I live 5 minutes from him. :)
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Sold listings 05-05-2025, 10:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,369
Posted By Derek69SS
Sold!

Sold!
Forum: COPO - United States 05-05-2025, 04:24 PM
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Views: 15,734
Posted By Derek69SS
It has been purchased by a member here.

It has been purchased by a member here.
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Sold listings 05-05-2025, 02:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,369
Posted By Derek69SS
I'll post the Monte on the Northstar forum when I...

I'll post the Monte on the Northstar forum when I get it home.
It's local, but I only had enough cash on hand to leave a deposit.
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Sold listings 05-05-2025, 02:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,369
Posted By Derek69SS
Yes, I didn't have time to load up a trailer, so...

Yes, I didn't have time to load up a trailer, so I just went shopping...

Busy day of spending money I don't have on things I don't need... after the swap, headed over to Eau Claire to pick up an...
Forum: Parts/Memorabilia - Sold listings 05-05-2025, 03:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,369
Posted By Derek69SS
Buick Mickey Thompson Super Scavengers

Used M/T Super Scavengers for A-body Buick Big Block

$800
Willing to ship on your dime
Pick up near Rochester Minnesota
Could deliver free if meeting along the way of some trips I have...
Forum: Chevrolet 04-26-2025, 03:20 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 31,825
Posted By Derek69SS
We made another big step forward on Cale's 55. ...

We made another big step forward on Cale's 55.
Driver's side is in its first coat of high build primer.

I hope to get it blocked again this week while Cale works on finishing the inside of the...
Forum: Other Events 04-23-2025, 02:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 34,106
Posted By Derek69SS
Wish I could make it... I found some VERY good...

Wish I could make it... I found some VERY good real "Day-2" parts at bargain prices there last year.
Forum: Supercar/Musclecar Discussion 04-13-2025, 04:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,486
Posted By Derek69SS
I was thinking the same thing.

I was thinking the same thing.
Forum: Chevrolet 04-11-2025, 08:19 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 17,303
Posted By Derek69SS
Thanks Rick! The respect is mutual! The...

Thanks Rick! The respect is mutual!


The quick guys in vintage class are low/mid-11s on 200tw street tires

The quick guys in late-model class are low-11s, but a brand new completely stock...
Forum: Chevrolet 04-11-2025, 07:07 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 17,303
Posted By Derek69SS
Justin and I have both driven each others' cars....

Justin and I have both driven each others' cars. He drove mine at SCCA Nationals (after spinning a bearing at King of the Mountain), and I drove his after breaking the spindle at Goodguys. The...
Forum: Chevrolet 04-11-2025, 03:36 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 17,303
Posted By Derek69SS
So... that brings us to current day. There's...

So... that brings us to current day.

There's not much left I can do to get faster except add power. Every weakness has been found, but now we're getting to the point where things are wearing out,...
Forum: Chevrolet 04-11-2025, 03:31 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 17,303
Posted By Derek69SS
Goodguys Des Moines 2023, I broke a spindle and...

Goodguys Des Moines 2023, I broke a spindle and jammed the driver's side wheel into the fender.

The manufacturer sent me a new spindle of a revised design, and the suspension was fixed pretty...
Forum: Chevrolet 04-11-2025, 03:29 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 17,303
Posted By Derek69SS
Getting to the point where there's not many...

Getting to the point where there's not many upgrades left to do that don't involve cutting up the car and ruining its street-drivability... I needed more adjustability in the
rear, so I changed to...
Forum: Chevrolet 04-11-2025, 03:24 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 17,303
Posted By Derek69SS
In 2022, I accomplished one more huge goal with...

In 2022, I accomplished one more huge goal with this car; I qualified for the shootout at UMI's "King of the Mountain 4.0" !

That was an awesome experience, and the UMI team puts on an amazing...
Forum: Chevrolet 04-11-2025, 03:20 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 17,303
Posted By Derek69SS
Then that little project escalated quickly. ...

Then that little project escalated quickly.

Thanks to Justin Nall at Vector Force Industries for hooking me up with Viking Crusader triple-adjustable coilovers and some 850# springs.

I got a...
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