Woodfin's SS GT/TB construction series

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Several times in the previous text I said " We are all the way down now. From this point the re-assembly will be moving forward."

I was wrong !

While the following photos may seem to be backward movement it is in reality the result of forward progress. After weeks of thought, measuring, planing, the design is well thought out. So, removing the cab allows even more easy access toward completion.

Welding will be completed, more outriggers and bracing, cab to frame mounts beefed up for roll bar mounting. Then final cleaning and painting.

UPS sent a email showing the axles, spool and other hardware in route from Strange. Now the housing can be completed and gears set up.

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For a stiff old man anything what positions the work at a comfortable height is a good thing.

All systems are poised for a round of welding and reinforcing outriggers. Check back soon.

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An interesting comparison;

12 bolt 3.08 gear vrs 12 bolt 6.00 gear

The Super 10 power plant with Hettler heads and intake will spin about 8600 at the finish line O what a sweet song!

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Welding, when it is good, it is good

I have been saving up the finish welding duties. Most joints of the rear section had enough weld to to be stable but mostly not finished anywhere. Yesterday the MIG vibrations began building toward a heated climax.

This morning with MIG gun in hand I began completing the joints. It was a good morning. Wire feeding smoothly, Argon flowing at the correct rate, eyes clear, that "sound" just right

Whew, what a relief. While not finished it is well on it's way.

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Today while transformed by the MIG sizzle into a calmer place I dreamed of the Super 10 on track.

On the rear fender and tailgate will be displayed a Michael Beard design with the Super 10 logo and;

"Faster than a speeding bullet. More powerful than a locomotive. Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound......It's Super 10."

[Dragsinger]

I enjoy many things about building drag race cars. I enjoy the mental challenge and the mental exercise. In addition, I enjoy working with with the quality parts that combine to create a good on track performance.

Plus, I enjoy working with and creating a relationship with companies who sell drag race parts.

One of our outstanding companies is Strange Engineering. The first two photos are my new shinny and finely machined parts from Strange. The Strange 50th anniversary decal photo is slightly out of focus. Will post another later.

Third photo showing my welding is doing OK.

[Jeff Goss]

Loving this build!

Great progress and great pictures!

Thanks for sharing!