Tom,
If you haven't already, you should check out Dave West's 'Beast' at
http://www.westpro.com/Beast.html
I'm sure Dave would be happy to give you input on your project.
Tom Strange wrote:
>
> I am getting mentally prepared to launch my V8 spit project & so far my
> differential thoughts have been the ford 9" ..... the alternate being a mopar
>8
> 3/4". The mopar is not as strong, but should handle anything I throw at it &
>a
> lot cheaper to build.
> If you want to keep the IRS (I do) either differential will take the mod to
> Jag axles. I think Mercedes axels would also work just as well.
>
> BTW, I am hoping for about 350 hp from a ford 289 (I just like those
>engines &
> I've built them before ..... I know the 302 would be a better choice; it's
> nostalgia) & a T-5 tranny in a tube frame with a spit tub pinned on.
> I figgure this will be about a 3 year project. That gives me about a 3 yr
> life expectance after the start of the project. Anything beyond the first lap
> at RA will be borrowed time.
>
> Comments from those more knowledgeable???????????? (sane????????) Flame away,
> I'm open to any ideas, suggestions or financial contributions..........
> In the corner with my nomex on.........
> Tom Strange, Classic Autosports Ltd., Appleton, Wi., 920-733-5013
>
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