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07-18-2017, 10:29 PM
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Re: Original hemi dart information
So , my Dart is getting closer to being ready for its maiden voyage to the track. My shop just updated me with the latest dilemma- what to do for front brakes? They said that the front Kelsey-Hayes rotors are unusable due to being severely warped and irregular, and they can't find a Kelsey-Hayes replacement (and they know I would like to stick with as many original or original-style parts as possible). The part number is 59157. I could go with an aftermarket setup like Wilwood, etc. but that won't look very period-correct behind my Cragar rims. On the other hand, I might be trapping 150+ mph and will need to slow the beast down in time.
Would love to hear your advice or opinions! Btw, this Photobucket thing really sucks. Think of all of the wasted time spent posting photos. 
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07-19-2017, 12:21 AM
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Re: Original hemi dart information
Are you going to be using an old single layer, open face helmet too? Racing in a t-shirt? That would be period correct...
Don't F@#$ with safety stuff. No one is going to fault you for upgrading to modern discs... |
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07-19-2017, 05:57 AM
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Re: Original hemi dart information
We trap at 161 plus MPH weighing 3200 lbs using top of the line Lamb components and a parachute if need be. If you could make it to Indy next month to look over the safety improvements made on these cars, would be a worthy trip. Mines the blue one that never wins a round...........Phish
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07-19-2017, 08:30 AM
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In case I haven't mentioned it before, I am not interested in being competitive with e.t.s. I just want the thrill of drag racing an original LO23, albeit with a bit more horsepower than they had in '68 (since I was going to build an alternate engine for the car, anyway). My engine is being built more for moderate racing and durability, rather than to be setting records, and I am only going to run it down our local drag strip for exhibition/ test & tune style runs... but still figure it should run in the low 9s at the least... |
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07-19-2017, 01:21 PM
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Re: Original hemi dart information
Just got pictures from Don Shipley, Richard Shipley's son who was the first owner of my car and I plan on painting it back to the original paint scheme. These will help a BUNCH!
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07-19-2017, 01:27 PM
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Another pic. I displayed it at Carlisle last weekend and got lots of leads, one was a guy who knew Richard and called me yesterday with his phone number, talked with Don today. I can't wait to get it painted and gold leafed!
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07-19-2017, 05:24 PM
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Re: Original hemi dart information
Congratulations on getting these!
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05-06-2021, 04:08 PM
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05-06-2021, 10:57 PM
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07-05-2021, 07:47 PM
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Re: Original hemi dart information
Hello, Does anyone know where the Larry Cooper Dart is now ? Thank You, Bob
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