Who's going to SSHS10? Who's racing?

[LANDY]

i know i am.:banana2:

[kariamack]

i plan on it ....in trilogy 171 ..hopefully I'm ready by then

[GAMike]

Isn't everyone???????:lol: ............I would not miss this event for nuthin:beatnik::burnout:

i know i am.:banana2:

[FordNut]

I'll be there. Not sure about running it. Still unemployed, can't risk breaking it.

[CWright]

I'll be there. Racing is up in the air for now. Doing some further mods to see how she feels.:D Then I'll make my decision.

[cougar9150]

I'll be there, still contemplating racing.

[MarauderTJA]

Thats the plan. Hopefully my buddies John Nero and Zolton will be going as well. Have lost 65 lbs, should be able to go 1/2 tenth faster by that alone:D.

[MMarauder03]

Hopefully I'll be there!! :beer:

[LANDY]

getting the car ready and hopefully break into the 11's and give ol' Glenn a hard time.

[Pops]

I will be there with one of the cars. I will bring the Grand Marquis if all is well with it. It is out having the roll cage done right now. Tom needs someone to worry about!:D Otherwise the T Bolt will go for the run all day lanes.:burnout:

[Zack]

If someone will sponsor a truck and trailer, Ill be down to whoop on some MF'ers

[boatmangc]

I'm going,
I'll run, what could possibly happen? :lol:

[Pops]

If someone will sponsor a truck and trailer, Ill be down to whoop on some MF'ers

Which car?:D

[Zack]

Which car?:D

The Black one....got the 80's in it now for E85..just got to go to a dyno and get it tuned.

Ill be sure to bring a spare axle as well :rolleyes:

[Shermanator]

I'll be there and I'll be happy to run.

[Pops]

I'll be there and I'll be happy to run.

Hi Sherman! I am looking forward to seeing you again. I hope to have the Merc ready to take a shot at you again. You have taken me down 2 times so it seems like I owe you one!;)

[Marauderman]

If someone will sponsor a truck and trailer, Ill be down to whoop on some MF'ers

That's easy---Enterprise can to the truck and U-Haul the trailer--------that's what most of us do--works perfect for racing----I did it last year and may again........

[Zack]

That's easy---Enterprise can to the truck and U-Haul the trailer--------that's what most of us do--works perfect for racing----I did it last year and may again........

LOL you must not have seen SPONSOR in my original post.

[Paul T. Casey]

I suppose I'll have to show up.

[Pops]

I suppose I'll have to show up.

I am calling you out so you better show up!:flamer:Same race as last year?:D

[Shermanator]

Sounds good to me John. I missed seeing you at MV8. That was a good time, a real good time.

[Pops]

Sherman we missed not being at this one. See you at SSHS. We will also be going to visit the kid in Virginia Beach for Thanksgiving. We should be able to meet up then!!:)

[Marauderman]

I suppose I'll have to show up.

Yeah.............and there will be someone to help explain how to go down the track for ya too!!!:lol: :lol:

[Paul T. Casey]

I am calling you out so you better show up!:flamer:Same race as last year?:D

Well I don't noramally do any racing, but okay.

[Paul T. Casey]

Yeah.............and there will be someone to help explain how to go down the track for ya too!!!:lol: :lol:

Thanks, I tend to get lost sometimes, being a rookie and all.

[Pops]

Thanks, I tend to get lost sometimes, being a rookie and all.

;) :shake: :sleepy: :sleepy: :sleepy:

[LANDY]

Thanks, I tend to get lost sometimes, being a rookie and all. specially on that tree!:lol:

[martyo]

If someone will sponsor a truck and trailer, Ill be down to whoop on some MF'ers

Fly down and take my Fontaine back to pick up your car.

[martyo]

Both the blue and black are up and running.

Just have to decide which will be going down the track.

[MarauderTJA]

Boy, this is going to be fun:banana2: John AND Sherman, bring your best game there buddies;).

[LANDY]

Fly down and take my Fontaine back to pick up your car.
:bows:Marty!
now you have no excuse Zack. the more 10 sencond MM's the better.

[LANDY]

Both the blue and black are up and running.

Just have to decide which will be going down the track.
i vote for Black!

[martyo]

i vote for Black!

I finally have a sponsor for the black car, so that helps. ;)

A new set of tires (front and rear arrived today).

We changed up the rear slicks from last years combo to try to avoid this (look at the right rear tire):

http://www.legalknevil.com/albums/My-Marauder/Launch.jpg

[MarauderTJA]

I finally have a sponsor for the black car, so that helps. ;)

A new set of tires (front and rear arrived today).

We changed up the rear slicks from last years combo to try to avoid this (look at the right rear tire):

http://www.legalknevil.com/albums/My-Marauder/Launch.jpg

Marty what size wheels are up front?

[LANDY]

I finally have a sponsor for the black car, so that helps. ;)

A new set of tires (front and rear arrived today).

We changed up the rear slicks from last years combo to try to avoid this (look at the right rear tire):

http://www.legalknevil.com/albums/My-Marauder/Launch.jpg honestly, i dont know much about slicks, but im sure you guys know what your doing.
i will be trying out slicks for the first time up there in november.

[prchrman]

Looking forward to seeing you guys and gals and watching you run. I do not even know how many years I have been going, but this is my favorite event. Chebby, Ford, Merc, Dodge, just awesome.

[martyo]

honestly, i dont know much about slicks, but im sure you guys know what your doing.
i will be trying out slicks for the first time up there in november.

Please be careful with the slicks. VERY CAREFUL!!!!

What will you be running up front? Mixed tires are a no no.

A good friend of mine put his Marauder into the wall and, I think, it had to do with mixed tires.

[martyo]

Marty what size wheels are up front?

Same as last year, just fresh rubber. The others ones have some fine cracks in them and wheeling around 4,xxx at something like 107 mph requires good tires.

[Zack]

Marty, did you go and build the Blue MM under the radar?

[martyo]

Marty, did you go and build the Blue MM under the radar?

http://www.musclecar-evolution.com/forums/images/smilies2/secret.gif

You coming to get the Fontaine?

[Zack]

http://www.musclecar-evolution.com/forums/images/smilies2/secret.gif

You coming to get the Fontaine?

I appreciate the offer but its still gonna be quite expensive for me.

Was the Blue a TAF Production?
:rofl:

:laugh:

[martyo]

I appreciate the offer but its still gonna be quite expensive for me.


Dammit man!


Was the Blue a TAF Production?
:rofl:

:laugh:

Negative Ghost Rider.

[LANDY]

Please be careful with the slicks. VERY CAREFUL!!!!

What will you be running up front? Mixed tires are a no no.

A good friend of mine put his Marauder into the wall and, I think, it had to do with mixed tires.

They are tubed hoosiers, up front I was planning on running the stockers. But now since you said that, I might have to spend some more $.

[martyo]

They are tubed hoosiers, up front I was planning on running the stockers.

Bad idea.


But now since you said that, I might have to spend some more $.

Good idea.

[Zack]

They are tubed hoosiers, up front I was planning on running the stockers. But now since you said that, I might have to spend some more $.

You dont need a slick for the power you make.

Get a drag radial

[martyo]

You dont need a slick for the power you make.

Get a drag radial

I agree.

.......

[Loco1234]

I like to go now that i got the FPDM's for the GT pumps sorted out... Still gotta get a new tune done now... I haven't gotten to any of the drag events yet... Nor has the marauder gonna down the strip yet... I am expecting about 700RWHP after the tune so It would be nice to see what kind of numbers it can post on the 1/4...

[Pops]

I like to go now that i got the FPDM's for the GT pumps sorted out... Still gotta get a new tune done now... I haven't gotten to any of the drag events yet... Nor has the marauder gonna down the strip yet... I am expecting about 700RWHP after the tune so It would be nice to see what kind of numbers it can post on the 1/4...

Great! Bring her down as the more cars the more fun we have.:)

[DOOM]

You dont need a slick for the power you make.

Get a drag radial

Mickey Thompson E/T streets on widened rims.

[LANDY]

Mickey Thompson E/T streets on widened rims. that's also a good set up but I already have different lighter wheels.

[John Nero]

They are tubed hoosiers, up front I was planning on running the stockers. But now since you said that, I might have to spend some more $.

you need to take a few easy runs on the slicks so you get used to them - stock tires on the front are fine - thats what i ran

[Pops]

John will you be coming this year?

[John Nero]

John will you be coming this year?

it's on my wish list - we will see how money is at the time - plus i need to buy new drag radials and get the car ready - i am shure after my first pass they will can me from racing

[Pops]

it's on my wish list - we will see how money is at the time - plus i need to buy new drag radials and get the car ready - i am shure after my first pass they will can me from racing

Thats why I have mine out for the roll bar right now John. Time to make it legal even though I do not want to. Hope you can at least come for the fun of it!:)

[MarauderTJA]

it's on my wish list - we will see how money is at the time - plus i need to buy new drag radials and get the car ready - i am shure after my first pass they will can me from racing

Push it buddy......we need to trailer up together and do it:banana2:. Not enough Marauders going yet. I may do the, "if you are an MM.Net member and race, a free, nice long sleeve Marauder Drag Race Team T-Shirt will be provded. I did this on my own at SSHS5 and we all looked really cool. Chevy guys were real jealous and we all had class:D. Maybe a MM.NET Marauder Drag Team Shirt with some support:confused:. (Mary, oh Mary:bows:)

[Marauderman]

Push it buddy......we need to trailer up together and do it:banana2:. Not enough Marauders going yet. I may do the, "if you are an MM.Net member and race, a free, nice long sleeve Marauder Drag Race Team T-Shirt will be provded. I did this on my own at SSHS5 and we all looked really cool. Chevy guys were real jealous and we all had class:D. Maybe a MM.NET Marauder Drag Team Shirt with some support:confused:. (Mary, oh Mary:bows:)

I remember --I got one of your shirts then and still have it--it is a great shirt and your right----there were a lot of other car owners wondering who and how many of us were there to attack them----it seem ed we were everywhere--cause we were dressed alike ---it was the Schist!

[Paul T. Casey]

honestly, i dont know much about slicks, but im sure you guys know what your doing.
i will be trying out slicks for the first time up there in november.

Hopefully you've done some rear end mods.

[Paul T. Casey]

Looking forward to seeing you guys and gals and watching you run. I do not even know how many years I have been going, but this is my favorite event. Chebby, Ford, Merc, Dodge, just awesome.

Okay, if Willie's going, I'm a definate.

[prchrman]

See ya there Paul. Anyone doing breakfast?

[LANDY]

Hopefully you've done some rear end mods.

Yes sir, 31 spline swap.

[GAMike]

See ya there Paul. Anyone doing breakfast?


Someone say food?:D:beer: See you there Willie! :burnout:

[Pops]

We have been meeting at the Mexican restaurant on Friday night for a couple of years. Anyone up for dinner together again. Cheap food and drinks!

[prchrman]

Someone say food?:D:beer: See you there Willie! :burnout:

Hi Mike, long time no see. Got my rooms served and ready to take in the sights, sounds and smells of large barges burning up the track, and talking to some ole guys.

[Pat]

I posted in the events forum that the www.sshs10.com (http://www.sshs10.com) site is up and running.

Only one Marauder is registered at this time.

Good Luck

[Pops]

One Non Marauder from this site is also up Pat!:D

[Pat]

Yes sir John;

I saw your name along with an Asterisk denoting your "walker" required two tennis balls on the front stanchions, I think.

Those tech guys can be brutal, so don't forget. :lol:







Lord, Forgive me.

[Pops]

Yes sir John;

I saw your name along with an Asterisk denoting your "walker" required two tennis balls on the front stanchions, I think.

Those tech guys can be brutal, so don't forget. :lol:







Lord, Forgive me.

That was a bad one Pat!:eek:

[Pat]

Oops! Sorry John, you get two free gotcha's.

Regards,

Pat

[GAMike]

Sounds good to me John. That is if I can make it up on Friday nite........ I usually role in early am Saturday. We shall see:beer:


We have been meeting at the Mexican restaurant on Friday night for a couple of years. Anyone up for dinner together again. Cheap food and drinks!

[boatmangc]

I'm staying at the HI express, checking in Friday.

[LANDY]

I'm staying at the HI express, checking in Friday. are you driving up on Friday?

[boatmangc]

are you driving up on Friday?
I'll be up there the full week before continuing my Yamaha edjumacation.

[boatmangc]

Hey Pops, your bringing the GM not the T Bolt right?

[Pops]

Gary as long as she is ready the GM will be going. It still has a lot of work to finish up. I think it will make it. Otherwise the old car goes south again.

[MarauderTJA]

Gary as long as she is ready the GM will be going. It still has a lot of work to finish up. I think it will make it. Otherwise the old car goes south again.

I am still on the fence in going to SSHS10:rolleyes:. If you can work it out to bring your GM, John bring his Prorauder and of course have Sherman show up, I will probably go because then it will be :flamer:worth it:lol:. Come on........................The numbers below "will change."

[Pops]

You think you need some new hides to boil Tom? I am trying my best to be ready. You should show up no matter what as we have plenty of other guys to pick on. I would bet that some Mopars will give you fits!:beer:

[MarauderTJA]

You think you need some new hides to boil Tom? I am trying my best to be ready. You should show up no matter what as we have plenty of other guys to pick on. I would bet that some Mopars will give you fits!:beer:

Just having some fun John;). Really want to see us as a group kick some azz or least get respect with the Mopars, Chevy's or whatever. Working hard on going, just pushing a couple of other Florida guys to go up with me.

[Pops]

Hope you guys can make it. I am picking my car up Monday so I can get the bars painted and the interior back in. Then a couple of more issues. It will be close but should make it.

[martyo]

It will be close but should make it.

:banana2::banana2::banana2:

[LANDY]

B
Just having some fun John;). Really want to see us as a group kick some azz or least get respect with the Mopars, Chevy's or whatever. Working hard on going, just pushing a couple of other Florida guys to go up with me.so far we have 4 cars going from central Florida. So come on let's represent the sunshine state marauders.

[MarauderTJA]

Bso far we have 4 cars going from central Florida. So come on let's represent the sunshine state marauders.

Of the four, how many are racing?

[LANDY]

Two counting myself. I hope to break into the 11's.

[mlschultz]

One month to go...

How you racer's doing? Here's a couple videos of what I've been up to :) See you next month in the lanes! :)

http://www.streetfire.net/video/brainerd-tt-in-car_2067639.htm

http://www.streetfire.net/video/brainerd-tt-10110-pass-23_2067640.htm


http://lh5.ggpht.com/_6K3MXywoOuk/TKc6ZqsLW4I/AAAAAAAALhI/U1DmRiiyPH0/s800/DSC02721.JPG

[Pat]

You guys are worrying me. I convinced the wife that our November outting will be SSHS-10, with a side trip to the smokies, to see some really fast Marauder/Chevy/Mopar drag racing.

Now it seems the really fast Marauder ranks may be thinning out. To wit: Marauder TJA is still on the fence, Trilogy 1 is not playing, Marty-O's engine is blown, ProRauder is awaiting parts, DR has not announced, Zack is not on the venue.

Thank God Mr. Man is coming.

[boatmangc]

A good time will be had by all who attend, racing or not.
But seeing a MM with the front tires off the ground is definitely a bonus!

[MarauderTJA]

You guys are worrying me. I convinced the wife that our November outting will be SSHS-10, with a side trip to the smokies, to see some really fast Marauder/Chevy/Mopar drag racing.

Now it seems the really fast Marauder ranks may be thinning out. To wit: Marauder TJA is still on the fence, Trilogy 1 is not playing, Marty-O's engine is blown, ProRauder is awaiting parts, DR has not announced, Zack is not on the venue.

Thank God Mr. Man is coming.

Pat, I am planning on attending. Registration paid for and room booked. Just not up yet on the participant roster.:banana2:

[martyo]

Don't panic!!

This is why I carry American express!!!

[Zack]

Don't panic!!

This is why I carry American express!!!

^^^And that why you always bring the FUN. :banana2:

[martyo]

^^^And that why you always bring the FUN. :banana2:

We are going to use this as an opportunity to make more power! !!

[LANDY]

We are going to use this as an opportunity to make more power! !! sshhhh! the Chevy boys might be lurking
:ID

[Pops]

The new slicks are mounted and balanced. :coolman: Still have a couple of more things to get done. ;)

[Hack Goby]

The new slicks are mounted and balanced. :coolman: Still have a couple of more things to get done. ;)Sounds good John,Im getting stoked for this.Can anyone say "ROADTRIP!!"..

[martyo]

My credit card has self-destructed and we are just waiting for parts to come from all 4 corners of the earth.

Don't count me out yet!

[Blown3.8]

I just put new brakes on Sherman's car... we're ready!:D Might slow us down alittle with the thicker pads and rotors.:rolleyes:

[Pops]

But are you ready for the Impala Chris? ;) Figure you have a good shot at the other class. Maybe you have a 500 shot no one knows about hidden in that car!:D

[MarauderTJA]

This YEAR is going to be one BAD AZZ EVENT:rock:

[MarauderTJA]

I just put new brakes on Sherman's car... we're ready!:D Might slow us down alittle with the thicker pads and rotors.:rolleyes:

I need some front skinnies Chris.:help:. ANYONE?

[GAMike]

I aint got nuthin for the likes of Marty, Tom, Pops, Steve, Jerry, Sherm(I call it the supersonic bracket) but if yer runnin low 12's i'ma commin for ya:D.

Bought this car from Dan (sidewayscoupe) in May of 2009 with 39k on the clock........... Here we are coming up on November 2010 and the Banshee has almost 73k on her.

Right off the street and on to the strip..... Daily driven likeyastoleitbigazz4drfoya :burnout:

I aint skerr'd anomoparorchebby:lol: See y'all there. Safe travels to all:banana2:

[youngrauderlvr]

What time does the event start?? If I have to work and cant get down there till 5 will it still be worth the drive?

[MarauderTJA]

What time does the event start?? If I have to work and cant get down there till 5 will it still be worth the drive?

I think you may be sick that day:rolleyes:.....at least I would be be if you don't go for the day. Lots of real fast Marauders and other brands will make the trip worth it.

[LANDY]

but if yer runnin low 12's i'ma commin for ya:D.

l:banana2: sounds good, i just fixed my fuel pressure issue. now is a go for shure, hopefully we have lots of low 12 seconds mm's to battle the chevy boys.

[1stMerc]

Can't wait to see you fellas tear up the track.

[CBT]

I need some front skinnies Chris.:help:. ANYONE?
I've often wondered if putting DOT racing skinnies on our factory black spare tire rims would be useful at the strip? Anyone tried it?

[Pops]

What time does the event start?? If I have to work and cant get down there till 5 will it still be worth the drive?

Its oven about 5 so call in sick!:puke:

[Blown3.8]

Tom, I just tried to fit my light weights on Sherms car and they no fit.:( The narrowed marauder wheels and tires still weigh 41lbs, no light weight there. Now maybe if they had a bias ply 18 that would help. The wheels I use on my T-Bird weigh 21lbs. They are aluminum t bird mini spare wheels with bias Hoosiers.

CBT, I think Glenn uses the mini spares with skinny tires. Not sure what they weigh in at tho.

[MarauderTJA]

Tom, I just tried to fit my light weights on Sherms car and they no fit.:( The narrowed marauder wheels and tires still weigh 41lbs, no light weight there. Now maybe if they had a bias ply 18 that would help. The wheels I use on my T-Bird weigh 21lbs. They are aluminum t bird mini spare wheels with bias Hoosiers.

CBT, I think Glenn uses the mini spares with skinny tires. Not sure what they weigh in at tho.

Thanks Chris. Problem I am facing are the 14" Baer brake rotors. Only option I can find is getting the Bogart wheels ($$$) or narrowing my Marauder wheels which I will not do. My car is first and foremost a street car. See you soon.

[John Nero]

i'm paid - see you guys there

[Pops]

i'm paid - see you guys there

:D :D :D :D :banana2: :banana2: :banana2:

[John Nero]

:D :D :D :D :banana2: :banana2: :banana2:

what the hotel next to the mexican restaurant and what is the phone#

[Pops]

Holiday Inn And I do not have the phone number John!

[John Nero]

Holiday Inn And I do not have the phone number John!

is this where everybody is staying

[Pops]

I think some are John. We are staying at Marty's which is about hour and a half away.

[Cobra25]

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, 30539 US HWY 441 North, Commerce ,Ga 30529 ** Reservations # 1-800-465-4329. John Nero & Myself will be staying their. *Prices include Breakfast*.

[MarauderTJA]

Just a suggestion. How about all of us MM.NET members park together at the track? Would show some serious force to the Chevy & Chrysler Boys

[boatmangc]

Definitely need a BIG group shot of all the cars at the end of the day.
seems like most of the MMs corral together anyway

[Pat]

Patricia and I are staying at the Best Western on Eisenhower Drive, Commerce, Ga.

Should arrive 6-7 PM Thursday evening.

We will be looking for you guys in the parking lot.

BTW where is this Mexican Restaurant that's been mentioned as a place to meet?

Regards,

[Pops]

Its right next to the Holiday Inn.

[FordNut]

Patricia and I are staying at the Best Western on Eisenhower Drive, Commerce, Ga.

Should arrive 6-7 PM Thursday evening.

We will be looking for you guys in the parking lot.

BTW where is this Mexican Restaurant that's been mentioned as a place to meet?

Regards,


Its right next to the Holiday Inn.

I usually eat at the other one, across the street close to Ryans. Then come back to this one for the GTG.

[Glenn]

getting the car ready and hopefully break into the 11's and give ol' Glenn a hard time.

It will take alot to break into the 11's - its not as easy as people think.

Good Luck.

Glenn :burnout:

[Glenn]

Thanks Chris. Problem I am facing are the 14" Baer brake rotors. Only option I can find is getting the Bogart wheels ($$$) or narrowing my Marauder wheels which I will not do. My car is first and foremost a street car. See you soon.

The MM front spare skinnies are worth it. I believe I saved 40#. They will fit the 14" brakes. Take your spare and put it on.

Glenn

[1stMerc]

Patricia and I are staying at the Best Western on Eisenhower Drive, Commerce, Ga.

Should arrive 6-7 PM Thursday evening.

We will be looking for you guys in the parking lot.

BTW where is this Mexican Restaurant that's been mentioned as a place to meet?

Regards,

Yo Pat, we're gonna be neighbors.

[LANDY]

It will take alot to break into the 11's - its not as easy as people think.

Good Luck.

Glenn :burnout: if I did 12.20 on street tires not going full throttle till 25mph I can make it to the 11's as long as I get the tranny done before then.

[martyo]

I got almost all of my parts in but am still waiting on my blower.

Procharger said early next week.

So the plan is to have the car buttoned up by the end of the week and be testing on Halloween.

Yep, my wife is gonna kill me!

[mlschultz]

The MM front spare skinnies are worth it. I believe I saved 40#. They will fit the 14" brakes. Take your spare and put it on.

Glenn


FYI - I was in the tower last year at SSHS Glenn. Atl Dragway management is wise to racers using their temporary spares as skinnies now. You need to have approved drag tires on the skinny rims. They will look you over in the lanes and give you the boot too, not just in tech if you do not have drag tires on the skinnies.

Another thing to be aware of, I was at a T&T a week ago at Atl Dragway, and they are checking for approved race fire jackets in tech if you are running a power adder. I did not wear my jacket during my runs, and nobody said anything in the lanes, but just be aware tech might give you the boot if you do not have one in the car during tech.

[Pat]

I'll bring mine just in case someone needs one.


Waymon, get ready for Mexican. See ya there.

[boatmangc]

Jacket?
Seeing as SSHS is the only time I run my car, I might be out. I can't see buying more stuff for once a year.

[FordNut]

You can borrow mine.

[John Nero]

Jacket?
Seeing as SSHS is the only time I run my car, I might be out. I can't see buying more stuff for once a year.

there will be plenty of jackets you can borrow

[Pops]

That is true! Not all of us run the same class so borrowing one should not be a problem. Its also not that expensive to buy one Gary!

[John Nero]

just ordered some nice new sticky tires - this time - two week from today we will be racing

[Glenn]

FYI - I was in the tower last year at SSHS Glenn. Atl Dragway management is wise to racers using their temporary spares as skinnies now. You need to have approved drag tires on the skinny rims. They will look you over in the lanes and give you the boot too, not just in tech if you do not have drag tires on the skinnies.

Another thing to be aware of, I was at a T&T a week ago at Atl Dragway, and they are checking for approved race fire jackets in tech if you are running a power adder. I did not wear my jacket during my runs, and nobody said anything in the lanes, but just be aware tech might give you the boot if you do not have one in the car during tech.

Mike:

The skinny tires on the MM spare aluminum rims were MT Sportsman S/R tires. Never run your OEM skinny spare tires on the strip - very dangerous. The skinnies did help by lightening the front end by 42#, reduced rolling resistance and provided more control in the steering then stock wide tires. This is particularly important when running bias ply MT ETs (i.e your ETs) which can shake on the top end - not for the faint of heart.

Click the blue box below to see the skinny run at SSHS9.

Glenn :burnout:

[mlschultz]

Yes sir, Glenn :) While I was in the tower last year, they checked your car, and JP's "Driller" Mark VIII while in the lanes.

I just wanted to point that out, as it was not mentioned in your post to use the the drag tire with skinnies, and not the temp spare tire. I'd hate to see someone show up and expect to race with temp tires on their car.

[MarauderTJA]

Patricia and I are staying at the Best Western on Eisenhower Drive, Commerce, Ga.

Should arrive 6-7 PM Thursday evening.

We will be looking for you guys in the parking lot.

BTW where is this Mexican Restaurant that's been mentioned as a place to meet?

Regards,

We are staying at the Quality at Eisenhower Drive. All hotels are reasonably close together in Commerce.

[MarauderTJA]

The MM front spare skinnies are worth it. I believe I saved 40#. They will fit the 14" brakes. Take your spare and put it on.

Glenn

I would be a bit nervous with that Glenn:shake:. Rate for 55 MPH I believe. Not at 135 mph.

[FordNut]

I would be a bit nervous with that Glenn:shake:. Rate for 55 MPH I believe. Not at 135 mph.

Skinny whees, real tires...


Mike:

The skinny tires on the MM spare aluminum rims were MT Sportsman S/R tires. Never run your OEM skinny spare tires on the strip - very dangerous. The skinnies did help by lightening the front end by 42#, reduced rolling resistance and provided more control in the steering then stock wide tires. This is particularly important when running bias ply MT ETs (i.e your ETs) which can shake on the top end - not for the faint of heart.

Click the blue box below to see the skinny run at SSHS9.

Glenn :burnout:

[boatmangc]

Thanks guys! I really don't need a jacket (or helmet) except for this event.
Seriously I won't see the 1320 again until SSHS11.

[martyo]

Thanks guys! I really don't need a jacket (or helmet) except for this event.
Seriously I won't see the 1320 again until SSHS11.

What size are you?

[TooManyFords]

I'm out now.

The software I've been writing for Wheelers Auto Body Supply is close enough that they decided to go "live" with it Nov. 1st. No vacations for me for a while.

Have fun everyone.

[boatmangc]

What size are you?

Just a little guy, Medium

[boatmangc]

I'm out now.

The software I've been writing for Wheelers Auto Body Supply is close enough that they decided to go "live" with it Nov. 1st. No vacations for me for a while.

Have fun everyone.

Awww man, I really wanted to see your car go down the track. I saw it at SSHS6 or 7 but you weren't running it.

Work can wait.

A good doctor friend of mine says he has never been at a mans death bed and heard them say "Doc I wish I had worked more".

[martyo]

I'm out now.

The software I've been writing for Wheelers Auto Body Supply is close enough that they decided to go "live" with it Nov. 1st. No vacations for me for a while.

Have fun everyone.

Dammit man.

I guess I won't bother getting my car back together then.

[martyo]

Just a little guy, Medium

Let me look and see what I have down in the shop. I may have a large floating around down there and since this ain't no fashion show....

:D

[MarauderTJA]

Skinny whees, real tires...

Only have one wheel and time is running out. Maybe if...............

[LSCR351]

Another praticipant, me! See y'all there.

[boatmangc]

Dammit man.

I guess I won't bother getting my car back together then.

Cmon Marty we need your car there man.

Need help?

[martyo]

Cmon Marty we need your car there man.

Need help?

We should be good but I will let you know.

[boatmangc]

We should be good but I will let you know.
I'll be in town the evening of the 29th.
I'm promised to mlshultz, going to get all the clearcoat damage out of his Mark8.
That'll probably eat up Saturday and Sunday.
I'm in school all week but usually get done early afternoon.
Do you still have my phone number?

[martyo]

I'll be in town the evening of the 29th.
I'm promised to mlshultz, going to get all the clearcoat damage out of his Mark8.
That'll probably eat up Saturday and Sunday.
I'm in school all week but usually get done early afternoon.
Do you still have my phone number?

No, but feel free to PM me.

[Motorhead350]

I might be coming down to watch.

[MarauderTJA]

Although I am registered, due to being away this week and part of next week I can not get everything together in time. Harness needs to be re-certified and I am not taking a chance to travel all the way there and get booted. Will have to beat my best here in Florida hopefully next month.

[martyo]

Although I am registered, due to being away this week and part of next week I can not get everything together in time. Harness needs to be re-certified and I am not taking a chance to travel all the way there and get booted. Will have to beat my best here in Florida hopefully next month.

That is disappointing!

[Pops]

Although I am registered, due to being away this week and part of next week I can not get everything together in time. Harness needs to be re-certified and I am not taking a chance to travel all the way there and get booted. Will have to beat my best here in Florida hopefully next month.

I was told last week they no longer re-certify harness any more Tom! 180.00 for a new one.

[Pat]

We are dismayed to learn that some of the top Marauder quarter mile contenders will not participate in SSHS10 due to a variety of reasons: Trilogy 1, ProRauder, MarauderTJA.

I can only imagine their profound disappointment.

Patricia and I have been wanting to come to the SSHS's for the past three years, but due to family matters had to shelve the trip.

This year was going to be different. The trip is set up, the hotel reservations made, mother's care assured, all but the weather is accounted for, or so I thought.

We'll that's life. However, there remains a group of TOP Marauder competitors that can raise the Marauder banner on BIG DOG mountain on 6 November: Marty O, Sherminator and a cast of tens.

We will be there cheering for each and every one of you valiant knights as you spear the competition into the dust. I will raise the Marauder Alley sign marking the ring of champions for the profane to bow the knee as dusk falls on the track.

Good Luck to all of you Marauder drivers. May your IAT's be low and Boost levels be high.

Regards to all,

Pat and Patricia

[martyo]

I am doing my best to have teh car ready.

Ordered more parts today (injectors).

These overnight fees are killing me!

Keeping my fingers crossed that I am not added to the "No Go" list!!!

[Pops]

They said I should be able to pick mine up car up this Friday. It will go to the track on Saturday. They need to set the computer for shift points for the new slicks and put in the 5 point harness. Starting to sound like she will make it!:)

[MarauderTJA]

Kick Butt John:beer:

[Hack Goby]

We are dismayed to learn that some of the top Marauder quarter mile contenders will not participate in SSHS10 due to a variety of reasons: Trilogy 1, ProRauder, MarauderTJA.

I can only imagine their profound disappointment.

Patricia and I have been wanting to come to the SSHS's for the past three years, but due to family matters had to shelve the trip.

This year was going to be different. The trip is set up, the hotel reservations made, mother's care assured, all but the weather is accounted for, or so I thought.

We'll that's life. However, there remains a group of TOP Marauder competitors that can raise the Marauder banner on BIG DOG mountain on 6 November: Marty O, Sherminator and a cast of tens.

We will be there cheering for each and every one of you valiant knights as you spear the competition into the dust. I will raise the Marauder Alley sign marking the ring of champions for the profane to bow the knee as dusk falls on the track.

Good Luck to all of you Marauder drivers. May your IAT's be low and Boost levels be high.

Regards to all,

Pat and Patricia Come enjoy yourself Pat for this may be the last one (I hope not) This is the only big car shootout in the world and it always falls on the same weekend.I know everyone has different work schedules and things going on in there lives but to me (The non owner) time should be made to make this.It`s very unique and very small so you never know when it will end.

[Pops]

Ok guys its time to make plans for Mexican Friday night. What time do you want to meet. The restaurant is next to the Holiday Inn. I will be arriving on Thursady afternoon and staying in Commerce.

[martyo]

I will be arriving on Thursady afternoon and staying in Commerce.

Did you cancel your reservation at Casa de MO SPeed?

[Pops]

Yes Marty as it will be easier on us! I will be staying Saturday night so lets get together after the race.

[martyo]

Yes Marty as it will be easier on us! I will be staying Saturday night so lets get together after the race.

Ok!

....................

[Pat]

Eight days and a bag drag.

[Shermanator]

John, Chris and I will be there late morning early afternoon on Friday. Make a reservation for us for Mexican food Friday night, we will be there. Chris has volunteered to help you and me with our car prep, ok? See you on Friday next week. Oh, and please don't woop-up on me and my car with the GM, please, please.

[Pops]

John, Chris and I will be there late morning early afternoon on Friday. Make a reservation for us for Mexican food Friday night, we will be there. Chris has volunteered to help you and me with our car prep, ok? See you on Friday next week. Oh, and please don't woop-up on me and my car with the GM, please, please.

Chris is good help! Doubt I can put it to you yet Sherman as I still have no juice for the car. I will be hanging around on Friday so we can compare notes. Marty is the guy we have to watch as i think he might be bringing a wringer under the hood this time! Maybe we should pull a few plug wires off when he is not looking.

I pick mine up on Friday afternoon and off to the track on Saturday for a couple of runs. I hope all goes well but I will not have enough seat time in it to be good. Just hoping to dip into the tens this time around.;) Reaction times will be interesting after driving the Bolt as I will need to be retrained again!!!:shake:

[boatmangc]

I am going to do an apple valley tour Friday afternoon then go to T&T.
I'll see you guys at some time but to spare my roomy the torture I'll forgo the mexican food.

[martyo]

Marty is the guy we have to watch as i think he might be bringing a wringer under the hood this time! Maybe we should pull a few plug wires off when he is not looking.

Right now I wish I had some plug wires for you to pull!!!

We have a bare block, one built head and one unbuilt head, and a supercharger. Oh yeah and a box of new injectors.

Did I mention that we are "supposed to" test on Sunday????? :censor:

[Zack]

Right now I wish I had some plug wires for you to pull!!!

We have a bare block, one built head and one unbuilt head, and a supercharger. Oh yeah and a box of new injectors.

Did I mention that we are "supposed to" test on Sunday????? :censor:

Sounds like you will have free time to me. :confused:

[martyo]

Sounds like you will have free time to me. :confused:

Meaning you don't think we'll make it?

[Pops]

I think you will make it Marty! Jeff will make it happen as long as the parts show up. Otherwise you will go to your collection of big barges and bring one and just have fun!;)

[Hack Goby]

I am going to do an apple valley tour Friday afternoon then go to T&T.
I'll see you guys at some time but to spare my roomy the torture I'll forgo the mexican food.

The only torture you will get is going to T&T, lots of carnage on the track `cause it`s the last night for some so they don`t care.John and I went a few years back and only got two runs in in five hours...Good luck.

[martyo]

I think you will make it Marty! Jeff will make it happen as long as the parts show up. Otherwise you will go to your collection of big barges and bring one and just have fun!;)

Everything is in!

Brandon has to assemble the second head and then bolt everything up and install it.

Then we will play with the tune and it is game on.

[Pops]

The only torture you will get is going to T&T, lots of carnage on the track `cause it`s the last night for some so they don`t care.John and I went a few years back and only got two runs in in five hours...Good luck.

Paul is right Gary! Best thing is to stay away on Friday night. Its the last time the track is open to the public and all the junk gets run! I tried two years in a row and it was not worth it. The track conditions all change on Saturday for the better. Just come hang out with us and get gassed up plus tell a few lies.:beer:

[Zack]

Meaning you don't think we'll make it?

No silly, time to spare!

MO knows best!

[martyo]

No silly, time to spare!

MO knows best!

We work best under pressure. :argue:

[Pops]

We work best under pressure. :argue:

Wonder who wins the war of words!:shake:

[martyo]

Wonder who wins the war of words!:shake:

Remember, I am a cunning linguist!

[FordNut]

Remember, I am a cunning linguist!

Is that synonym for lawyer?

[boatmangc]

I'm kinda fond of the carnage on Friday night.
Reminds me of when I actually spent a good bit of time at the strip. Circa 1979....

One thing for sure there will be no hot laps for my MM this trip!! The back seat is WAY too small to live in.

[FordNut]

Picked up the t-shirts today

[GAMike]

Quiting Deep Purple is not the proof we were looking for:P....... Ah never mind. I can only imagine what the mind of Marty will come up with for this response:lol:
Remember, I am a cunning linguist!

[Pops]

Picking the car up this morning! Track on Saturday to get a couple of runs on her! Its show and maybe tell time!!!!:D

[martyo]

The blower is back and minty fresh.

The heads are assembled.

Fuel system has been completely replumbed and reconfigured.

The motor starts to go back together today and then hopefully into the car.

It will be tight, but we should be testing Sunday.

This has all the drama of a NASA launch.

This will be my final year. There, I have said it out loud.

[Pops]

Mine is home and its time to wash her up and take care of a couple of small items. Off to the races in the morning!

[martyo]

Mine is home and its time to wash her up and take care of a couple of small items. Off to the races in the morning!

Keep us posted!

[martyo]

Long block almost completely assembled.

The boys are hard at it!

[Pat]

If I counted correctly there should be 24 Marauders, 1 CV and 1 Mark VIII from MM.Net.

There may be more.

DR announced in his forum.

Motorhead350 is a definite maybe.

Pop's GM broke, he will enjoy the racing from the stands.

Added Napolitano, he posted in another forum and Glassman 99, also posted in another forum, Stevemarauder just announced.

Sherminator and John Nero won't be coming.

Marauder Santa is coming, so is Hotrauder (the other Dennis).

[martyo]

If I counted correctly there should be 21 Marauders, 1 T-bolt and 1 Mark VIII from MM.Net.

John is taking his GM, not the 'Bolt.

[boatmangc]

This will be my final year. There, I have said it out loud.

Oh stop.

I'll call you today Marty.
Anything I can do to help out Monday-Thursday just say the word. I also brought my protege' so I got 4 hands to offer.

[martyo]

Oh stop.

I'll call you today Marty.
Anything I can do to help out Monday-Thursday just say the word. I also brought my protege' so I got 4 hands to offer.

4 hands??? But I only have one, uh, mmm.....never mind! :D

[LSCR351]

Add one Crown vic to that list of for sure. I just early regestered. Now I have a question. I want to resurve a room for Friday night. What is the the name of THE motel to be at?

[Hack Goby]

Just got off the phone with John.His first run was 10.88@128.80 not bad for a car that is unproven and hasn`t been driven in over a year.

[LANDY]

Just got off the phone with John.His first run was 10.88@128.80 not bad for a car that is unproven and hasn`t been driven in over a year.sweet.....:banana2:

[Pops]

Lost the transmission after that. Back to the drawing board now!

[FordNut]

John is taking his GM, not the 'Bolt.
Maybe not...

Lost the transmission after that. Back to the drawing board now!

[boatmangc]

So is the Bolt on the board John?

[Pat]

Most of the motels' in Commerce are clustered around I-85/US Hwy-441, room availability and price are factors. I don't know of any one Hotel/motel that is perferred.

Maybe someone else does. This is my first trip.

[Pat]

The weather forecast for 6 Nov, a Saturday, is Sunny. This is the extended forecast, will refine it as time nears for SSHS10. Rain will be in the picture for the first part of the week so don't be too concerned.

[boatmangc]

The weather forecast for 6 Nov, a Saturday, is Sunny. This is the extended forecast, will refine it as time nears for SSHS10. Rain will be in the picture for the first part of the week so don't be too concerned.

Unless of course you are an OCD like me, rain is torture!

[stevemarauder]

I'LL be there as a spectator.

Silver Birch Society

[FordNut]

Latest weather, sunny.
Overnight lows around 30, highs between 57-59. Lots of power from the cold air. Brrr.

[Marauderman]

Sure beats the 30's and 40's from a few years ago--BRRR

[LSCR351]

Most of the motels' in Commerce are clustered around I-85/US Hwy-441, room availability and price are factors. I don't know of any one Hotel/motel that is perferred.

Maybe someone else does. This is my first trip.

Thank you. I resurved a room at the Motel-6. Holliday Inn & Best Western were full!

[Shermanator]

Well you guys will have to excuse me from the shoot out. Friday night at MIR was not a good time as I melted 7 of the 8 pistons on the second run. No time to fix it so the year is finished for me. Have fun in Atlanta and be safe.

[Pops]

Sherman we will miss having you around! Call me when you have a chance as I have some questions for you.

[Hotrauder]

Sherm, really sorry to hear of your misfortune, no one with the possible exception of Paul Casey enjoys the track more than you. You will be missed. Penny was planning to send a chocolate cake for you north with me. Guess I will have to eat it all myself.:( All the best. Hi to Chris. 7 out of 8? You are still my hero. I wanna be you when I grow up. Dennis

[Pops]

Dennis save some of that cake for me!:rock: I will be in the stands watching so plenty of time to help with the cake! Hack will be at the starting line with the camera as usual. Saving up for a new tranny for the Grand Monkey as it broke Saturday.:( See you in a couple of days!:)

[GAMike]

Too bad about this Sherm. Was looking forward to seeing you light it up again:o

Get her back together as soon as you can:beer:

[martyo]

Well you guys will have to excuse me from the shoot out. Friday night at MIR was not a good time as I melted 7 of the 8 pistons on the second run. No time to fix it so the year is finished for me. Have fun in Atlanta and be safe.

Darn!

You will be missed.

Come hang out with us anyway!!!

[Shermanator]

Dennis tell Penny that there is probably only one thing that I enjoy more than my car on the track and that is chocolate cake. Ask her to save it for me and do not send it north for Pops, he should not eat that stuff. Thanks for the thoughts and see you later for sure.

[Hotrauder]

Dennis save some of that cake for me!:rock: I will be in the stands watching so plenty of time to help with the cake! Hack will be at the starting line with the camera as usual. Saving up for a new tranny for the Grand Monkey as it broke Saturday.:( See you in a couple of days!:)

I don't know John. Penny really loves Sherman and her cake is awfully good, to good probably to last the entire 502 miles.. I love ya almost as much as her chocolate cake. See you there. Dennis

[CWright]

I hate to hear your not going to be able to make it Sherm. I am glad now I came to MV8 and was able to witness what your car can do on the drag strip. Hope you get her back together soon.

[Shermanator]

Marty, that's a long ride to hang out and eat cake. Besides, as Dennis suggested I like the racing aspect of the track, not hanging out. To all you cake lovers, I'm sorry that Dennis is now going to eat the cake before it gets to the track, oh well I should have kept my woe a secret until the cake got there.

[FordNut]

Sorry to hear the news Sherm. Build it even better.

[Zack]

Sorry to hear the news Sherm. Build it even better.

Sounds like it was Fuel related?

Sorry Sherm, 2 in one year cant feel all theat good. :(

[martyo]

Sounds like it was Fuel related?

I am willing to bet it was.

We learned a lot about fuel and these cars as of late.

The normal rules and formulas do not apply when you get to the higher horsepower cars that are heavy.

We did a bunch of data logging and compared it to dyno pulls. You would be surprised to see the difference in the amount of fuel that these cars demand when they are rolling down the track as compared to when they are just on the rollers. It is along the lines of what you were saying with the yourprogramming for the trans.

[Zack]

Is Sherm still running returnless?

I sure hope not.

[Bluerauder]

Well you guys will have to excuse me from the shoot out. Friday night at MIR was not a good time as I melted 7 of the 8 pistons on the second run. No time to fix it so the year is finished for me. Have fun in Atlanta and be safe.
Sorry to hear this, Sherm. :( I know that you will be missed by the gang at the Shootout. This has been a hard year for you and Merc.

[martyo]

Is Sherm still running returnless?

I sure hope not.


Dunno, but I doubt it.

[John Nero]

Sounds like it was Fuel related?

Sorry Sherm, 2 in one year cant feel all theat good. :(

i spent alot on a fuel system so i would never starve the motor -

i bet the car will be a monster real soon - i feel your pain

[John Nero]

also i will not be going to the shootout - best of luck to everyone

i will run my car down here Dec/Jan when we get a cold front come in

[martyo]

i spent alot on a fuel system so i would never starve the motor

What did you go with?

[MarauderTJA]

Well you guys will have to excuse me from the shoot out. Friday night at MIR was not a good time as I melted 7 of the 8 pistons on the second run. No time to fix it so the year is finished for me. Have fun in Atlanta and be safe.

Sorry to hear that Sherm....Get her back together for next year.

[Blown3.8]

It destroyed 7 of 8 spark plugs. There are 3 dead holes, one good hole(number 8 go figure:rolleyes:), and the other 4 between 30 and 80psi. Who knows maybe it just killed some valves but I doubt it. It got hot and pushed alittle water out of the reservoir. Guess we'll find out in a few weeks how good CP pistons are.

It is still returnless. One of the BAP fuses blew on the first run, so who knows maybe a pump was going bad?

[Blown3.8]

Oh and hey there, Dennis! One good thing that happened that night... I ran a 10.96 in my T-Bird SC, no juice . Too bad its not quite 4000 lbs.

[martyo]

One of the BAP fuses blew on the first run, so who knows maybe a pump was going bad?

That is what took my car down on the dyno a few weeks ago. The fuel pump quit.

[Blown3.8]

That is what took my car down on the dyno a few weeks ago. The fuel pump quit.

Yup sucks a 100 part can take out a 4k part pretty quick... in our case.:( You prolly have a 500 dollar pump or so for the return system.

[martyo]

Yup sucks a 100 part can take out a 4k part pretty quick... in our case.:( You prolly have a 500 dollar pump or so for the return system.

7 and change and it took a good bit more than that with it on its way out the door.

Magnafuel's comment was that it is cheap to rebuild the pump and they ignored my comments about losing a motor to the pump.

[boatmangc]

also i will not be going to the shootout - best of luck to everyone

Marty, it looks like it's up to you man :burnout:

[Marauder_Santa]

I'll be showing up to show my support - not racing. What time and where is the breakfast Saturday morning?

[martyo]

Marty, it looks like it's up to you man :burnout:

I am feeling the pressure!

It will be all hands on deck at the Shootout, that's for sure.

[Pops]

Marty you will have plenty pit crew! Hope you can afford the payroll!:D

[martyo]

Marty you will have plenty pit crew! Hope you can afford the payroll!:D

As long as I can put it on what is left of my credit card!

On a serious note, Val was asking me last night what I spent in the last few weeks. I pleaded the Fifth so now she is really, really nervous about that "damn car"!!!! LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[FordNut]

As long as I can put it on what is left of my credit card!

On a serious note, Val was asking me last night what I spent in the last few weeks. I pleaded the Fifth so now she is really, really nervous about that "damn car"!!!! LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I hear that.

[Pops]

I was asked a while back and refused to say anything!

[martyo]

I was asked a while back and refused to say anything!

The Fifth Amendment is your friend!!!

[Zack]

Y'all need a Becky

[martyo]

Y'all need a Becky

I got no serious complaints with Val.

Hell I got home from the track close to midnight on Sunday and my wife was up and cooking me a pot roast! :banana2:

[Pops]

;)I have been lucky with Linda. She does not ask to many questions. Now about the busted tranny!!!!

[LANDY]

As long as I can put it on what is left of my credit card!

On a serious note, Val was asking me last night what I spent in the last few weeks. I pleaded the Fifth so now she is really, really nervous about that "damn car"!!!! LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!That's funny.
I confess, then get the what I'm I gonna do with you look.

[martyo]

I confess, then get the what I'm I gonna do with you look.

I find that asking for forgiveness works better than asking for permission. :P

[Pops]

I find that asking for forgiveness works better than asking for permission. :P

You can wear that line out Marty!:rolleyes:

[Shermanator]

You guys are too much. Stand up.

[Pops]

Hey Sherman this is the comedy show!:DPlus we are all chicken when it comes to the wives!:(

[martyo]

Plus we are all chicken when it comes to the wives!:(

You got that right!

[Marauderman]

In normal voice I usually say its only a couple hundred , while counting per each finger on each hand under breath for just about everything when purchased -----and sweety says..........ok then , didn't want it to be too much all at once.....to which I cough, cough.....sure no problem.....

So far , that had worked for me...........and its even better when you can change the subject towards something she wants.....just keep in mine the two cost go together----which explains why I try and scale down her coast at those times---but it all works out ok......she has two new cars to my none..:lol:

[LANDY]

;)I have been lucky with Linda. She does not ask to many questions. Now about the busted tranny!!!!
Mine went out with Lizz in the car in the middle of the nite. Just minutes before she was telling me how we still had an hour ride and she was tired. It was a very silent ride at 30mph for two hours. Good thing she loves the car.:beer:

[boatmangc]

You guys talk to your wives about your cars?

[Pops]

You guys talk to your wives about your cars?

Not by choice!:P

[martyo]

You guys talk to your wives about your cars?

Only that I am spending her inheritance on the cars.

[Pops]

Only that I am spending her inheritance on the cars.

I have no problem with that!:)