what to expect from 650hp

Discussion in 'Race 400/430/455' started by hugger, Sep 20, 2015.

  1. hugger

    hugger Well-Known Member

    So I got the car back together and got a ? For the guys thats done this , with 650hp 580ftlb in 3650lbs with a 4500flash stall, 410 and with a car that transfers weight pretty well. What kinda of wheel lift you think I should expect 8in? More?. It was pulling left front 1to2 in with a 1.53 7.30's at 92 and that was with PS,PB,Copper Rad,AC,battery , etc all that is gone now also. That setup was probably 525/550hp. Just debating on going ahead and strapping the front suspension or if I will need to . My GN was rite at 600hp and ive had two N20 Trans Am's that were over 600hp but never launched them on stickys for fear of eating 200r4's and 7.5 rears. Just wondering if im gonna pee my pants ha?
     
  2. knucklebusted

    knucklebusted Well-Known Member

    No diapers needed unless it doesn't track straight! If it hooks and goes straight, you'll be so stoked you won't realize what happened for at least 7 seconds when you go through the lights.
     
  3. 8ad-f85

    8ad-f85 Well-Known Member

    ^^ You got that right!
    If your car is undramatic and well set up, it will be a pleasant trip.
     
  4. HotRodRivi

    HotRodRivi Tomahawks sighted overseas

    If you need some weight on the passenger side , I would be willing to go along for educational purposes.
     
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  5. Smokey15

    Smokey15 So old that I use AARP bolts.

    Everything Depends on how your suspension is set up. If the car is set up properly, there should be no drama, unless you have a weak bladder. Don't totally 'banzai" your first pass to see how it reacts.
     
  6. GS Kubisch

    GS Kubisch THE "CUT-UP" BUICK

    That power to weight should be capable of mid 10s

    If the car is efficient and hooks it could touch a 1.3x 60 ft but that could take some tuning.

    I've seen cars wheelstand like crazy and others that don't lift the wheels to go that 60 ft.

    I would leave the travel in it and let the car "show you what it wants."
     

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