If It Don't Have Wheels It Ain't a Sport
episode #4 -- by Phil Veldheer
Since these articles have started on the Internet, I have
received several e-mails asking a ton of questions about EVERY part on the race car. So I
have photographed a lot of the parts and will give part numbers to all the items on the
race cars.
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#4A shows all the items that are in all of my engines they include The brand is TRW, a
division of Federal Mogul and the
rings are Speed Pro, also a division of Federal Mogul. 8 pistons #L2323F+.030, 1 set of
rings #R5879+.035, 1 set or rings #E243X std. 1 set of main bearing #108.010 under, 1 set
of rod bearings #7040CH .010" under, 1 set of cam bearings #1234M.
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#4B shows Carter electric fuel pumps (another division of Federal Mogul) I run two of
these part #P4601HP pumps and they have 14-16 psi output and free flow 100 gph. They
require a regulator like the one on the left in the photo, part # 404-500HP. The pumps are
available everywhere and are very inexpensive. Two of these will do the job. I have been
using these pumps for years. They are in Jeg's for only
$74.99 each. You get all the hardware you need to install also. Nothing extra to buy.
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#4C shows the items we always use from Comp Cams.
This Pro car is using Solid lifter camshaft #42-655-5 it has a 285 in. duration and 294
ex. with 108 degree lobe separation. My other two Super/Pro cars use the
"hottest" Comp Cam #42-656-5 with 300 in duration and 314 ex. with 106 degree
lobe separation. Other items include lifters #813-16, timing set #3113 and we use #955-16
valve springs in this race car.
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#4D shows item #ST940, These are manufactured by Mondello Performance Products
(805-237-8808) Main bearing straps and studs, they are chrome moly main cap supports for
number 2, 3, and 4 main bearing caps. They strengthen main bearing caps and eliminate main
bearing cap walking. Which results in longer bearing life. The studs are made by ARP.
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#4E shows many Olds products you HAVE to have if you race, and they are all made by
Mondello. The big item is #VT-580 An all aluminum bolt-in valley tray. It keeps your
intake manifold 100 percent cooler for performance. It comes with all the mounting
hardware. Also shown is Oil restrictors, fuel pump block off, and chrome moly oil pump
drive. Not shown are the best oil pan (#OP800) you can get and the best oil pump (SP757)
out. The oil pump is heavily modified and is one of the most important items in an
Oldsmobile engine.
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#4F shows the standard purchase you'll need for your engine, Olds or Chevy for all your
fasteners. They are manufactured by ARP. They are the best and have the largest assortment
for your engine.. Here's a list Main stud kit #185-5401, Head stud kit # 185-4001, Rod
bolt set #185-6001, Rocker arm stud kit, Adjustable rocker arm stud kit, valve cover set
#200-7602, oil pan stud kit #200-1901, carb stud kit #2002402, distributor stud kit
#190-1702, Harmonic balancer bolt kit #180-2501, flexplate bolt kit #200-2904, torque
convertor #230-7303, and thermostat #130-7402.
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#4G shows my Fluidampr performance harmonic balancer part #715168. I have this balancer on
all engines. Not just because my hero, Warren Johnson uses them either. I truly believe
that Fluidampr is the best, besides they have a 100 percent guarantee. Plus they are
tested to 12,500 rpm. Us Olds Big Block racers don't have to worry.
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#4H shows one of my three Powermaster alternators. I met the owner at the PRI show in
Columbus last year along with the whole family. First class, plus they have a great
product. Everything is tested before it leaves the building. I also purchased three of
their one-size fits all brackets and it does work on an Olds 455 Rocket. They have
alternators for everyone, stock cars, drag cars, marine and off road. They also have a lot
of starters too. They can be reached at 1-800-862-RACE. They are in Knoxville.
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#4i shows the BEST torque convertor I've used. All three cars use DYNAMIC convertors. This
is a new 9.5" convertor that was designed to foot-brake in the Pro class. It will
have around a 4200 rpm stall. My two Super Pro cars have 9" convertors with around
4400 rpm stall. The guys that run DYNAMIC are racers and record holders. The are Frank
Lupo and Harold Miller. They are major NHRA sponsers and they also are NHRA Bracket Final
contingency sponsors. SO BUY THEIR PRODUCTS. They support bracket racers. They also have
sold me trans brakes for my Turbo 400's. You can talk to these guys at 203-865-6884.
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#4J shows more Chassis Engineering products. They sell the best remote master switch
linkage I've seen. Its part #3713. Also shown is battery cable kit #3711, master
disconnect switch #7410. Other than a battery mount kit this is all you'll need to install
the battery in the trunk.
Photo
#4K shows Tony Goodman putting the final touches on the neat installation of our aluminum
JAZ Products racing seat. We also have the cover they manufacture.
Photo
#4L Shows that we are getting closer. They Weld wheels are installed. The Mickey Thompson
10.5 x 29.5 slicks #3062 are on. My red car uses M/T part number 3076 its 32 x 16.0-15
while my black car uses M/T part number 3075 which is 32 x 14.5-15. I have had great luck
with these and they don't require the mother of all burn outs every time to make them
work. You can order direct by calling 1-800-222-9092.
Photo
#4A shows all the items that are in all of my engines they include The brand is TRW, a
division of 
Photo
#4B shows Carter electric fuel pumps (another division of Federal Mogul) I run two of
these part #P4601HP pumps and they have 14-16 psi output and free flow 100 gph. They
require a regulator like the one on the left in the photo, part # 404-500HP. The pumps are
available everywhere and are very inexpensive. Two of these will do the job. I have been
using these pumps for years. They are in 
Photo
#4C shows the items we always use from 
Photo
#4D shows item #ST940, These are manufactured by Mondello Performance Products
(805-237-8808) Main bearing straps and studs, they are chrome moly main cap supports for
number 2, 3, and 4 main bearing caps. They strengthen main bearing caps and eliminate main
bearing cap walking. Which results in longer bearing life. The studs are made by ARP.
Photo
#4E shows many Olds products you HAVE to have if you race, and they are all made by
Mondello. The big item is #VT-580 An all aluminum bolt-in valley tray. It keeps your
intake manifold 100 percent cooler for performance. It comes with all the mounting
hardware. Also shown is Oil restrictors, fuel pump block off, and chrome moly oil pump
drive. Not shown are the best oil pan (#OP800) you can get and the best oil pump (SP757)
out. The oil pump is heavily modified and is one of the most important items in an
Oldsmobile engine.
Photo
#4F shows the standard purchase you'll need for your engine, Olds or Chevy for all your
fasteners. They are manufactured by ARP. They are the best and have the largest assortment
for your engine.. Here's a list Main stud kit #185-5401, Head stud kit # 185-4001, Rod
bolt set #185-6001, Rocker arm stud kit, Adjustable rocker arm stud kit, valve cover set
#200-7602, oil pan stud kit #200-1901, carb stud kit #2002402, distributor stud kit
#190-1702, Harmonic balancer bolt kit #180-2501, flexplate bolt kit #200-2904, torque
convertor #230-7303, and thermostat #130-7402.
Photo
#4G shows my Fluidampr performance harmonic balancer part #715168. I have this balancer on
all engines. Not just because my hero, Warren Johnson uses them either. I truly believe
that Fluidampr is the best, besides they have a 100 percent guarantee. Plus they are
tested to 12,500 rpm. Us Olds Big Block racers don't have to worry.
Photo
#4H shows one of my three Powermaster alternators. I met the owner at the PRI show in
Columbus last year along with the whole family. First class, plus they have a great
product. Everything is tested before it leaves the building. I also purchased three of
their one-size fits all brackets and it does work on an Olds 455 Rocket. They have
alternators for everyone, stock cars, drag cars, marine and off road. They also have a lot
of starters too. They can be reached at 1-800-862-RACE. They are in Knoxville.
Photo
#4i shows the BEST torque convertor I've used. All three cars use DYNAMIC convertors. This
is a new 9.5" convertor that was designed to foot-brake in the Pro class. It will
have around a 4200 rpm stall. My two Super Pro cars have 9" convertors with around
4400 rpm stall. The guys that run DYNAMIC are racers and record holders. The are Frank
Lupo and Harold Miller. They are major NHRA sponsers and they also are NHRA Bracket Final
contingency sponsors. SO BUY THEIR PRODUCTS. They support bracket racers. They also have
sold me trans brakes for my Turbo 400's. You can talk to these guys at 203-865-6884.
Photo
#4J shows more Chassis Engineering products. They sell the best remote master switch
linkage I've seen. Its part #3713. Also shown is battery cable kit #3711, master
disconnect switch #7410. Other than a battery mount kit this is all you'll need to install
the battery in the trunk.
Photo
#4K shows Tony Goodman putting the final touches on the neat installation of our aluminum
JAZ Products racing seat. We also have the cover they manufacture.
Photo
#4L Shows that we are getting closer. They Weld wheels are installed. The Mickey Thompson
10.5 x 29.5 slicks #3062 are on. My red car uses M/T part number 3076 its 32 x 16.0-15
while my black car uses M/T part number 3075 which is 32 x 14.5-15. I have had great luck
with these and they don't require the mother of all burn outs every time to make them
work. You can order direct by calling 1-800-222-9092.