Any new trucks gonna be at TS?

yea the idea of a 60k dollar rolling chassis that will only allow you to hang a little weight seems retarted. it will look good out there pullin though none the less
 
Living where we do, I would put a whole lot of money in a 2.6 truck if I had it, like was said its where the competition is, kottpa dropped the 2.8 class bcuz most of the trucks pulling in that class was just 2.6 guys bumping up, they still have it and the promoter can pick it up if they want, and even if you do have the money to do it who wants to drive 4-6 hours round trip twice a week to pull because that's what would have to happen most of the time... And if some of you think the biggest chargers bein run in 2 6 are little 66s then you really need to wake up and smell the roses
 
MegaCabRam said:
Living where we do, I would put a whole lot of money in a 2.6 truck if I had it, like was said its where the competition is, kottpa dropped the 2.8 class bcuz most of the trucks pulling in that class was just 2.6 guys bumping up, they still have it and the promoter can pick it up if they want, and even if you do have the money to do it who wants to drive 4-6 hours round trip twice a week to pull because that's what would have to happen most of the time... And if some of you think the biggest chargers bein run in 2 6 are little 66s then you really need to wake up and smell the roses
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Ok, well it makes a little more sence beings thats the only class you guys have around there. As for the 66s being the biggest charger, i dont think anybody thought that 3 years ago.LOL
 
You don't need those big chargers to be a competitive 2.6 truck. All i've ever in is a silverbullet. It has done me well especially now with the auto.
 
Mega Hooker said:
how is a danco trans legal in any 2.6 class?
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I Know it wouldnt be legal for all pulling organizations but reading the rules for TS it should be legal guess it helps with Schied teching and Tylers truck being Schied built lol
 
RobH said:
Ok, well it makes a little more sence beings thats the only class you guys have around there. As for the 66s being the biggest charger, i dont think anybody thought that 3 years ago.LOL
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Lol yea true, I wouldn't be surprised to see some 900 rwhp trucks in 2 6 out there this year, if there not already there
 
Better up that a good 100hp. I know of two that will be in 2.6 that have dynoed over 1000, both 12v. I look for a 12v to win it.
 
Mega Hooker said:
You don't need those big chargers to be a competitive 2.6 truck. All i've ever in is a silverbullet. It has done me well especially now with the auto.
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Silverbullet is bigger than 2.6, won't pass with a 2.65 plug. Maybe if its real cold or you ice it.
 
why wouldnt a danco be leagal? it is a a dodge automatic thats been converted to run a clutch, i dont see anything in the rules that says you cant do that?

Travis
 
I tried to think too Travis and can't think of anything off the top of my head that would make it illegal, but I didn't go back and actually read through rules again just to see. I'll assume he has read and interpretted the rules and has built something he can pull with in the organizations he's looking to pull with.

I do remember back a few years ago it seems there used to be a rule floating around some organizations about not allowing "slipper" or "crower type" clutches but I don't recall seeing that rule in a long time. Certainly not in any of the current rule-sets used in KY (or even NADM for that matter).

It's bound to cause a stink at some places whether it's in the rules or not. Some folks/org. are just selective like that, and will lean heavily on the popular line of "tech official has final say so" and that can and has trumpt the rules in the past, period.

I'm ancious to see how this thing runs. Could really make things even more interesting in a class that's already excellent in KY, IMO.



C-ya
 
Yea most rules just state a oem transmission that came in a 1 ton or less pickup, not in those exact words but something like that
 
MegaCabRam said:
Yea most rules just state a oem transmission that came in a 1 ton or less pickup, not in those exact words but something like that
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TS RULES
Transmission, Automatic:
Non-OEM transmissions are prohibited. Aftermarket torque converters, valve bodies and internal components are permitted. Transmission brakes are prohibited. Any non-OEM floor-mounted automatic transmission shifter must be equipped with a spring-loaded positive reverse lockout device to prevent the shifter from accidentally being put into reverse gear. A functional neutral safety switch is mandatory. All transmission lines must be metallic or high-pressure-type hose. All vehicles with engines running 4500 RPM or more and using an automatic transmission must be equipped with a transmission shield meeting SFI Spec 4.1 and must be labeled accordingly. A blanket-type shield is permitted; it must be appropriately labeled as meeting SFI Spec 4.1 and it must extend from the rear of the block to the front of transmission main body the bell housing area is to be completely covered six inch overlap where it is fastened. All non-blanket-type shields must incorporate two (or one, per manufacturer’s instructions) 3/4 inch by 1/8 inch straps that bolt to the shield on each side and pass under the transmission pan unless the transmission pan is labeled as meeting SFI Spec 4.1. All vehicles with engines running 4500 RPM or more and using an automatic transmission must be equipped with a flex plate meeting SFI Spec 29.1 and be covered by a flex plate shield meeting SFI Spec 30.1.
Transmission, Manual:
Non-OEM transmissions are prohibited. Aftermarket internal components are permitted. A clutch meeting minimum SFI Spec 1.1 or 1.2 is mandatory on all vehicles with engines running 4500 RPM or more. All manual transmissions must be clutch assisted. Sequential shifters are prohibited. All vehicles with engines running 4000 RPM or more and equipped with a manual transmission must
Have a flywheel shield labeled as meeting minimum SFI Spec 6.3 or greater. Applications for which an SFI Spec flywheel shield is not available may use a properly attached SFI 4.1 or 4.2 blanket that completely covers the bellhousing; it must be attached to the block and extend rearward to the transmission with a minimum six inch overlap where it is fastened.
 
SmokeShow said:
I tried to think too Travis and can't think of anything off the top of my head that would make it illegal, but I didn't go back and actually read through rules again just to see. I'll assume he has read and interpretted the rules and has built something he can pull with in the organizations he's looking to pull with.

I do remember back a few years ago it seems there used to be a rule floating around some organizations about not allowing "slipper" or "crower type" clutches but I don't recall seeing that rule in a long time. Certainly not in any of the current rule-sets used in KY (or even NADM for that matter).

It's bound to cause a stink at some places whether it's in the rules or not. Some folks/org. are just selective like that, and will lean heavily on the popular line of "tech official has final say so" and that can and has trumpt the rules in the past, period.

I'm ancious to see how this thing runs. Could really make things even more interesting in a class that's already excellent in KY, IMO.

C-ya
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I can definitely see that happening. Probably wont be me but Im sure somewhere someone will probably pitch a fit. Its definitely sort of a gray area IMO
 
teddybear said:
TS RULES
Transmission, Automatic:
Non-OEM transmissions are prohibited. Aftermarket torque converters, valve bodies and internal components are permitted. Transmission brakes are prohibited. Any non-OEM floor-mounted automatic transmission shifter must be equipped with a spring-loaded positive reverse lockout device to prevent the shifter from accidentally being put into reverse gear. A functional neutral safety switch is mandatory. All transmission lines must be metallic or high-pressure-type hose. All vehicles with engines running 4500 RPM or more and using an automatic transmission must be equipped with a transmission shield meeting SFI Spec 4.1 and must be labeled accordingly. A blanket-type shield is permitted; it must be appropriately labeled as meeting SFI Spec 4.1 and it must extend from the rear of the block to the front of transmission main body the bell housing area is to be completely covered six inch overlap where it is fastened. All non-blanket-type shields must incorporate two (or one, per manufacturer’s instructions) 3/4 inch by 1/8 inch straps that bolt to the shield on each side and pass under the transmission pan unless the transmission pan is labeled as meeting SFI Spec 4.1. All vehicles with engines running 4500 RPM or more and using an automatic transmission must be equipped with a flex plate meeting SFI Spec 29.1 and be covered by a flex plate shield meeting SFI Spec 30.1.
Transmission, Manual:
Non-OEM transmissions are prohibited. Aftermarket internal components are permitted. A clutch meeting minimum SFI Spec 1.1 or 1.2 is mandatory on all vehicles with engines running 4500 RPM or more. All manual transmissions must be clutch assisted. Sequential shifters are prohibited. All vehicles with engines running 4000 RPM or more and equipped with a manual transmission must
Have a flywheel shield labeled as meeting minimum SFI Spec 6.3 or greater. Applications for which an SFI Spec flywheel shield is not available may use a properly attached SFI 4.1 or 4.2 blanket that completely covers the bellhousing; it must be attached to the block and extend rearward to the transmission with a minimum six inch overlap where it is fastened.
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lol so is the clutch considered a TC then ?
 
Moremph said:
why wouldnt a danco be leagal? it is a a dodge automatic thats been converted to run a clutch, i dont see anything in the rules that says you cant do that?

Travis
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I was referring to pulling organizations that have rules like below...

Transmission: Automatic: Non-OEM transmissions are prohibited. Aftermarket torque converters, valve bodies and internal components are permitted. No manual clutch automatics will be allowed.
 
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