Just some more updates on my car. I took the time to synchronize all of the stacks on my TWM system with an IDF carb synchronizer. Some were pretty far off and the car idles much smoother now that this is done. I also scaled my car to get some idea of the total weight and balance. My car has an ERA outboard rear suspension, pin drive wheels, and an all aluminum 482 ci side oiler based upon the Shelby block. Also, I have the battery mounted in the trunk. The following are the results without driver and with the gas tank 1/2 full:
Total Weight: 2503 lbs
Front Weight Distn.: 48.8%
Rear Weight Distn.: 51.2%
Pretty well balanced overall I think. With me in the car, the balance shifts a little more to the rear which is fine. As you can see, the aluminum motor prevents the car from becoming nose heavy.
I've also had a couple of requests for some pictures of the interior of our car so here they are:
- Fred