Need education on chassis types...

Gentlemen, (and the rest of you as well)

I am currently running an a 245 Boulton solid chassis. It is a little tight for me, and could probably be a little longer. I am seriously considering upgrading. We would like to run this car in the mid to low 6's. Since this is my first dragster, and there isn't another one within 100 miles of me, I am needing some information on what type of chassis I should be looking to get.

In these fairly quick cars is it common to use a solid chassis, or some form of slip joint setup?

Is a slip joint car and a cable car the same thing? How do you tune them to the track?

I see double and triple slip cars. Why?

As you can see, I'm trying to get a foundation of knowledge I can work from. Any help would be appreciated.

-Brian

 

I think the 2 best car out there are Brad Hadman and Joe Monden...Dave

 

Hi Brian,
Without confusing you more, I will try and explain some basics. Cable cars are more than likely Alcohol cars and rather on the long side for what you are going to do. The cable allows the car to be very flexible (in the front) yet not sag and bottom out. Slip joint cars, whether single, double or triple give you various points on the chassis that can flex or bow. My cars, (Top Dragster and Comp Eliminator) are adjustable this way for various track conditions and power. Most Points Race tracks are not prepped the same as National event tracks, and a rough (bumpy) surface also comes into play. So you may need to vary the adjustment of the chassis for optimum performance. There is not ONE car that is built for every condition or horsepower, length, engine position etc. should all be specific for YOUR application.
Hope this helps a little, Kurt-Prostart Race Cars

www.prostartracecars.com

 

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Well Said.