S197 3V Fabman's build; How did we get here? Build Thread

[Ludachris]

For some reason I am no longer able to post vids to TMO from my phone....so here's a link to my Face Book.

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=1036491954530752

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PM me the issue you had trying to upload a video. I did a test video upload and it worked on my phone. Hopefully this isn't wide spread.

 

[Fabman]

508. Nice!

not much different than last time.

 

[honeybadger]

Interesting that this engine is a bit peaky-er than your last one - did you change anything re: cams, intake, etc.?

Overall a great power curve regardless!

 

[Fabman]

Interesting that this engine is a bit peaky-er than your last one - did you change anything re: cams, intake, etc.?

Overall a great power curve regardless!

Is it? I changed nothing right down to the air cleaner. Same/same.

 

[Fabman]

Here we go…..

 

[Fabman]

3272# when you back out a 260# driver and a 100# fuel load. (3200 completely Dry)
It’s going to have to be good enough.

 

[SMGDHG]

3272# when you back out a 260# driver and a 100# fuel load. (3200 completely Dry)
It’s going to have to be good enough. View attachment 98051



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Good stuff. I was 3190 with no splitter, no driver and 1/2 tank of gas. Looks like I've got some weight I can lose.

 

[PatrickStapler]

And you would still lap me…



Disregard the Corvette reference.

 

[Fabman]

And you would still lap me…

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Disregard the Corvette reference.

2860...wow!

 

[Fabman]

Good stuff. I was 3190 with no splitter, no driver and 1/2 tank of gas. Looks like I've got some weight I can lose.

Yeah, add a full cage and heavy cast 12" wheels to that....there is still weight to pull for you.
Got a heater and A/C? Glass windows? Gutted doors? Stock seats?

 

[Fabman]

Why fight the brake hoses all the way up to the nose every time there’s a refresh, not to mention wasting all that expensive hose. Just build the front half out of aluminum tube and mount it to the frame so you only have to replace 26” of it and it’s waaay easier to do. Follow me for more race car tips. LOL.

 

[Fabman]

Alright, that’s it….all set up.
Let’s hope Sonoma is as smooth as they say it is because this is about as soft and as low as it’s ever been so….that’s how it’s gonna be. Stay tuned.

 

[Dave_W]

Follow me for more race car tips.

Click bait.

 

[TMSBOSS]

4800+ times. He’s good.

 

[Fabman]

Well things aren’t looking very good right now. I was running 1:45.0 at Sonoma on 2 year old scrubs leftover from nationals in 2022 and a damn ball joint broke.
Then on the way home somebody smashed the window in my truck and stole all my gear. I’m screwed.

 

[KazarS197]

Well things aren’t looking very good right now. I was running 1:45.0 at Sonoma on 2 year old scrubs leftover from nationals in 2022 and a damn ball joint broke. Then on the way home somebody smashed the window in my truck and stole all my gear. I’m screwed. View attachment 98165View attachment 98166
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I hate thieves! I won't post the things I wish on them. Sorry about the double crapper.

 

[Bill Pemberton]

One always feels safe at the track leaving things open , yet many of us have had things occur off site , or on the way home. Sorry to hear the issues and I feel for you! Years ago, due to a smaller incident I decided not to ever list anything on my trailer as it seems stating you have a race trailer attracts friggin thieves.

Do keep us posted and hopefully you will get back to the track this year.

 

[EF1]

Well things aren’t looking very good right now. I was running 1:45.0 at Sonoma on 2 year old scrubs leftover from nationals in 2022 and a damn ball joint broke. Then on the way home somebody smashed the window in my truck and stole all my gear. I’m screwed.

Hate to hear of the bad luck. Hopefully you didn't hit anything when the ball joint broke. Losing your gear just sucks. It isn't much good to anyone but you. Things have to get better soon. This string of bad luck can't last forever.

 

[Fabman]

 

[Dave_W]

it seems stating you have a race trailer attracts friggin thieves.

Heard a story back in the day of a racer who had his racecar trailer done up by a sign company as "Joe's Septic Tank Service" to keep thieves away.