Jumping in to Stock or SuperStock

John Nechiporchik · 06-03-2013, 04:44 PM

Well, After almost 8 months of trying, I finally sold my Top Sportsman car this past weekend. Now, I will move to the next phase of my racing career and jump into the Stock or SuperStock ranks.
I have a few criteria that I need to achieve when selecting the class and car.
1) The ability to run the operation alone without crew assistance.
2) Ability to use the car to bracket race when the urge strikes to get out on a weekend.
3) Something that will be fun
4) something that will not break the bank

I am in the market for a car and have the cash (not a tire kicker). I'm just not decided yet on exactly the car or class to dive into.
As an old 4 speed guy ( back in the 70's), I have this urge to look for a 4 speed stocker.
I have viewed this site for a long time and have found the responses to most inquiries to be legitimate and respectful and am looking for thoughts, ideas and comments.
Although I have stated (to wife and friends) that I was going to be very patient and diligent in the selection process.....I'll likely not keep this committment!!!
I have spotted a 98 Firebird on Racing Junk that looks like a nice unit. MPR built stocker with a Woodro motor.Got the juices flowing!!
Interested in any and all comments.
Look forward to a lively conversation.
Thanks in advance.

John

Michael Beard · 06-03-2013, 04:54 PM

Stick cars aren't my territory, but that sure sounds like it'd have the fun meter pegged!

Whatever route you choose, welcome aboard my friend!

John Nechiporchik · 06-03-2013, 04:58 PM

Thanks Michael. I'll contact you as soon as I need new lettering.
The guy I sold the T/S car to really liked the lettering. I'll pass your info on to him.

KRatcliff · 06-03-2013, 04:56 PM

This is the one I would buy if I wanted a stick car ready to unload off the trailer and run with anyone.

http://www.racingjunk.com/Stock-Supe....30-under.html

Greg Hill · 06-03-2013, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by KRatcliff

This is the one I would buy if I wanted a stick car ready to unload off the trailer and run with anyone.

http://www.racingjunk.com/Stock-Supe....30-under.html

That's a killer stick car. You won't do any better than that.

Chad Rhodes · 06-03-2013, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Greg Hill

That's a killer stick car. You won't do any better than that.

that car is bad fast, no doubt

Ed Carpenter · 06-03-2013, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by KRatcliff

This is the one I would buy if I wanted a stick car ready to unload off the trailer and run with anyone.

http://www.racingjunk.com/Stock-Supe....30-under.html

Kevin's car is the first one I thought of too. Bad to the bone!

Pvt Parts · 11-13-2013, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by KRatcliff

This is the one I would buy if I wanted a stick car ready to unload off the trailer and run with anyone.

http://www.racingjunk.com/Stock-Supe....30-under.html

Yep, that's good one.

Ed Wright · 11-13-2013, 08:45 PM

It sold. Think it went to Sweden?

jmcarter · 06-03-2013, 05:05 PM

Think some of your criteria may be conflicted but that depends on what "breaks the bank" means to you. SS cars are more $$ intensive because of the gearing, cam profiles, etc necessary to run enough under the index to have some chance in a heads up situation. Stock cars are a bit more wallet friendly (generally speaking) and ones like Kevin Stubb's (which I think is advertised on RJ as well) or even the Waldo stick cars advertised there would be very competitive and are obviously proven winners. Bracket racing a Stocker stick car could be challenging due to the smaller tire and local track conditions but there are several that do just that. If you haven't already I'd suggest you subscribe to Nitro Joe's stats to see how various combinations stack up; find what really interests you and go for it. I'm sure others will chime in, everybody is welcome to the asylum.

06-03-2013, 04:44 PM	#1
John Nechiporchik Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Grosse Ile Mi. Posts: 316 Likes: 84 Liked 13 Times in 7 Posts	Jumping in to Stock or SuperStock Well, After almost 8 months of trying, I finally sold my Top Sportsman car this past weekend. Now, I will move to the next phase of my racing career and jump into the Stock or SuperStock ranks. I have a few criteria that I need to achieve when selecting the class and car. 1) The ability to run the operation alone without crew assistance. 2) Ability to use the car to bracket race when the urge strikes to get out on a weekend. 3) Something that will be fun 4) something that will not break the bank I am in the market for a car and have the cash (not a tire kicker). I'm just not decided yet on exactly the car or class to dive into. As an old 4 speed guy ( back in the 70's), I have this urge to look for a 4 speed stocker. I have viewed this site for a long time and have found the responses to most inquiries to be legitimate and respectful and am looking for thoughts, ideas and comments. Although I have stated (to wife and friends) that I was going to be very patient and diligent in the selection process.....I'll likely not keep this committment!!! I have spotted a 98 Firebird on Racing Junk that looks like a nice unit. MPR built stocker with a Woodro motor.Got the juices flowing!! Interested in any and all comments. Look forward to a lively conversation. Thanks in advance. John

06-03-2013, 04:54 PM	#2
Michael Beard VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 4,060 Likes: 0 Liked 13 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Jumping in to Stock or SuperStock Stick cars aren't my territory, but that sure sounds like it'd have the fun meter pegged! Whatever route you choose, welcome aboard my friend! __________________ Michael Beard - NHRA/IHRA 3216 S/SS

06-03-2013, 04:58 PM	#3
John Nechiporchik Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Grosse Ile Mi. Posts: 316 Likes: 84 Liked 13 Times in 7 Posts	Re: Jumping in to Stock or SuperStock Thanks Michael. I'll contact you as soon as I need new lettering. The guy I sold the T/S car to really liked the lettering. I'll pass your info on to him.

06-03-2013, 04:56 PM	#4
KRatcliff Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 769 Likes: 75 Liked 530 Times in 143 Posts	Re: Jumping in to Stock or SuperStock This is the one I would buy if I wanted a stick car ready to unload off the trailer and run with anyone. http://www.racingjunk.com/Stock-Supe....30-under.html

11-13-2013, 08:45 PM	#9
Ed Wright Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Sand Springs, OK Posts: 8,132 Likes: 896 Liked 390 Times in 170 Posts	Re: Jumping in to Stock or SuperStock It sold. Think it went to Sweden? __________________ Ed Wright 4156 SS/JA Last edited by Ed Wright; 11-13-2013 at 08:48 PM.

06-03-2013, 05:05 PM	#10
jmcarter VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Richmond Hill GA (and Port Ludlow WA) Posts: 4,296 Likes: 2,383 Liked 3,181 Times in 972 Posts	Re: Jumping in to Stock or SuperStock Think some of your criteria may be conflicted but that depends on what "breaks the bank" means to you. SS cars are more $$ intensive because of the gearing, cam profiles, etc necessary to run enough under the index to have some chance in a heads up situation. Stock cars are a bit more wallet friendly (generally speaking) and ones like Kevin Stubb's (which I think is advertised on RJ as well) or even the Waldo stick cars advertised there would be very competitive and are obviously proven winners. Bracket racing a Stocker stick car could be challenging due to the smaller tire and local track conditions but there are several that do just that. If you haven't already I'd suggest you subscribe to Nitro Joe's stats to see how various combinations stack up; find what really interests you and go for it. I'm sure others will chime in, everybody is welcome to the asylum. __________________ Jim Carter 2340 Super Stock 2340 SST/2340 Stock Set another place at the table