Hi guys!
Well, the machine shop is done with the engine, but now so is the bank account! I just received the invoices, and it ain't pretty! There is no way for me to finish this and get it back out this year, with the additional charges. It appears that the Flatcad just wasn't supposed to see the salt this year. Everyone worked so hard, I really hoped it would come to fruition.
I guess it gives us something to shoot for next year, huh?
So, on to plan B again! I get off of work on September 22nd, and will return home and spend the weekend with the family. Then, I'll head to Ohio to gather up parts- I have them scattered in several states at the moment!
I'll use the long(?) winter to get the engine assembled, and tested. One of the things I want to do, prior to assembly, is get the ports on a flow bench. I'll then send the flow numbers to Dema Elgin for a cam recommendation. If our current cam falls outside if his recommended specs, I'll have him grind a new one. He's got a ton of experience with these vintage engines, so I trust his recommendation.
Once the engine is together, John Beck is going to put it on his engine dyno. John built the engine in the 300 mph world's fastest roadster, and several other record setting cars. He's also knows and understands mechanical injection, and has agreed to get this thing set up for us.
When it's all said and done, it looks like the May meet at El Mirage will be our inaugural run!
I addition, I have an idea on a different port design..I'll be cutting up a few blocks, and if it pans out, assembling an engine with the new set up.
There's a LOT to do on the car, mechanically and aerodynamically. In addition the the list I posted earlier, a dry sump for both the QC and the tranny are in order. John Kimbrough is going to try his magic on the front end, basically reshaping it from the cowl forward. I've asked him to try and make bolt on mods, so that the altered class is still an option.
Guys, I can't begin to express my gratitude for all the input and support! I can't wait to see you all on the salt next year!