Originally Posted by HR3128 (Post 634003)

I'm asking for a little advice about running a Neon. I'm looking at a couple cars. 2004 SXT, 132 HP, auto, weight break puts it close to upper limit of CF/S. Also, 2003 R/T, 150 HP, 5-speed manual, weight break puts it close to upper limit of BF/S. Each one could move down one class with a little weight added.
I'm thinking the 2004 SXT would be a better choice because of it's lower index. Yes, no, maybe, maybe not???

Originally Posted by Billy Nees (Post 634018)

Unless a real Neon guy will chime in here, my advice would be to buy the book.
The 04 SXT in D would probably be the better car but the R/T would be more challenging and more fun. I don't know how the 5 speed transaxle will hold up. Maybe Yak has some experience with them?

Originally Posted by Frank Castros (Post 633074)

How about if Tim Kish joined the conversation.

Originally Posted by Tim Kish (Post 635665)

I do happen to know a thing or two about Neon's if someone is really building one..

Originally Posted by Tim Kish (Post 635665)

I do happen to know a thing or two about Neon's if someone is really building one..

Originally Posted by Frank Castros (Post 635696)

Tim,
Do you still own your race car and if so when was the last time it was out and it's performance?
Billy's edict was spot on.
Frank

Originally Posted by Frank Castros (Post 635758)

Tim,
Please post photos for us MOPAR guys to be proud of your little torque monster.
I was the Service Manager of Stamford Dodge in 1990 and remember road testing a '90 Dodge Daytona Shelby and on the hit the torque steer and acceleration were impressive and at that time I was racing my A/SA Max Wedge car that ran pretty well back in those days.