So I took the Fairlane to the strip for the first time today. Did 8 runs in about 35 mins, and the result was consistent and SLOW.
Average Results:
| R/T | 0.562 |
| 60' | 2.672 |
| 330' | 7.577 |
| 1/8 | 11.595 |
| MPH | 61.64 |
| 1000' | 15.056 |
| 1/4 | 18.091 |
| MPH | 76.20 |
My first conclusion is I need a limited slip. Track attendant said right rear just spun all the way off the line But even once it connected, I didn't feel like it was pulling. Any advice on where I can get one and what's involed in swapping it?
Has anyone had problems with the throttle linkage working properly with the Demon JR 525 carb? I feel like I couldn't get WOT? What secondary spring is recommend for that carb? I thought I had fixed my timing and fuel problems but driving it hard on the strip and then 75MPH on the highway home it doesn't seem to run right. Fuel ratio gauge doesn't even read at a cruise (goes below lean). I've spent a lot of time and money this summer and feel like I have taken steps backwards in how the car is running. I know guys on this site are running faster than what I did with little to no modifications. Very discouraging. - John
John: Lake Forest, IL
'57 Fairlane 500 - Looking better every day.
