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Old 10/20/08, 02:49 PM
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Getting Blown, Finally!!!

Got a great deal on standard Vortech SQ-2 unit (satin finish) on another forum. Install date is set for Nov. 7 at ST Motorsports.

I've also gone ahead and ordered the Paxton air to air intercooler w/3.33 Pulley, KB BAP, HT0 plugs, Autometer Ultralite gauges (boost/vac, wideband A/F, & fuel pressure), SOS pillar guage pod, and for good measure some new shoes 18x9/18x10 anthracite bullits w/ Nitto 555's 255/45/18 and 285/40/18 (Due to arrive Wednesday).

I've currently got the head unit and MAF housing at the platers for polishing. Also took some of the brackets to the powdercoater. I'll post some pics once they're back.

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Can't wait Leo. I think you'll be happy with the choice. Get ready to update your sig with new numbers, with ST Motorsports power under the hood you'll be a terror on the strip

Also really interested to see how the look coming back from the platers.

Oh great choice of tires, if I do say so myself.
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Awesome man, you're going to have a blast!
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Congrats, Leo!

Does this mean you'll be coming after my *** at the track, now?
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Originally Posted by habu
Can't wait Leo. I think you'll be happy with the choice. Get ready to update your sig with new numbers, with ST Motorsports power under the hood you'll be a terror on the strip

Also really interested to see how the look coming back from the platers.

Oh great choice of tires, if I do say so myself.
Wonder why you like the choice of rims and tires.

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Congrats, Leo!

Does this mean you'll be coming after my *** at the track, now?
I'll definitely try although I don't think your title of S197 Topdog at Barona or Qualcomm are in any danger.
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Originally Posted by don_w
Congrats, Leo!

Does this mean you'll be coming after my *** at the track, now?
If so there had better be a vid of you spanking him. don't let him get too cocky.
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Originally Posted by LEO_06GT
I'll definitely try although I don't think your title of S197 Topdog at Barona or Qualcomm are in any danger.
You never know.

Seriously, I'm thinking this should get you solidly in the 7s. Do you have a particular ET in mind you want to hit?


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If so there had better be a vid of you spanking him. don't let him get too cocky.
Oh, you know it!! If I can get him to line up against me, we'll get the beat down on video!


Let the trashtalking begin... hahaha
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Originally Posted by don_w
You never know.

Seriously, I'm thinking this should get you solidly in the 7s. Do you have a particular ET in mind you want to hit?



Oh, you know it!! If I can get him to line up against me, we'll get the beat down on video!


Let the trashtalking begin... hahaha
I'd like to get a 7.6 since according to all the conversion charts that equals an 11sec pass in the 1/4. That's probably wishful thinking though. Adam's already said that it wasn't likely.
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Originally Posted by LEO_06GT
I'd like to get a 7.6 since according to all the conversion charts that equals an 11sec pass in the 1/4. That's probably wishful thinking though. Adam's already said that it wasn't likely.
Pffftttt... what does Adam know?

Well, I'd sure like to see you go 7.6... that would be cool! Make sure you get out to Barona this winter, and catch one of those rare good air days. It could happen!
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Pffftttt... what does Adam know?

Well, I'd sure like to see you go 7.6... that would be cool! Make sure you get out to Barona this winter, and catch one of those rare good air days. It could happen!
I was meaning to ask why the hell does Barona only have two days scheduled in Nov and about 2 or 3 in Dec? You'd figure that's the best time to run. During the summer they were open every week.
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I was meaning to ask why the hell does Barona only have two days scheduled in Nov and about 2 or 3 in Dec? You'd figure that's the best time to run. During the summer they were open every week.
Actually, the best air is between January and April. That's when we've had our best runs.

And until today, they had nothing scheduled in November (except a Jr Dragster event). Now they added a Friday event on 11/7. Screw the Q... I'm going to Barona that night.
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Hey.. I just read what it says on Barona's website about Nov 7.

UPCOMING EVENTS!!! JUST ADDED!!! Rich Christensen of "PINKS" is bring his crew to BARONA, FRIDAY NIGHT, NOVEMBER 7, 2008 for his new show "ARMDROP LIVE"

Racers in all classes will compete for money and an entry to a West Coast shooting of PINKS ALL OUT 2009.

Gates open at noon
Tech: 1:00 p.m.
Test & Tune: 4:00 p.m.
ARM DROP LIVE: 7:00 p.m.
Racers: $40 ($30 tech + $10 gate)
Spectators: $10



Sounds like fun... whatever it is. haha
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Originally Posted by don_w
Hey.. I just read what it says on Barona's website about Nov 7.

UPCOMING EVENTS!!! JUST ADDED!!! Rich Christensen of "PINKS" is bring his crew to BARONA, FRIDAY NIGHT, NOVEMBER 7, 2008 for his new show "ARMDROP LIVE"

Racers in all classes will compete for money and an entry to a West Coast shooting of PINKS ALL OUT 2009.

Gates open at noon
Tech: 1:00 p.m.
Test & Tune: 4:00 p.m.
ARM DROP LIVE: 7:00 p.m.
Racers: $40 ($30 tech + $10 gate)
Spectators: $10



Sounds like fun... whatever it is. haha
That's sucks I'll be getting my blower installed that day.
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Get it installed and shoot down to Barona

Better late than never, right ??

I might have to find a way to get 1/2 day and come on down. I gotta do something to improve my time, 8.3 is pathetic

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Cant wait to see the final product Leo. Sreamin Black Stang.
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Congrats Leo, long time coming....... glad to see you finally caved in to the pressure.
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I gotta do something to improve my time, 8.3 is pathetic
Yeah you do.
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Dam thats awesome!!!!!! You will be thrilled!!! Nice choice of accessories to go with the blower I must say. Do you have any numbers in mind you want to hit with the blower? Nov .7 is close, let the build up of nerves and excitment begin!!!
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Dam thats awesome!!!!!! You will be thrilled!!! Nice choice of accessories to go with the blower I must say. Do you have any numbers in mind you want to hit with the blower? Nov .7 is close, let the build up of nerves and excitment begin!!!
After talking with Adam and telling him that I'm concerned with things breaking he said my best bet would be to stay at 420RWHP. That probably won't get me an 11 second pass but maybe later on down the road if I have money I'll go forged internals and go ***** out.
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I'm right there at 430rwhp and it's definently still fun...


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