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!

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

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.

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

Quote:

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

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.

art leong · 06-03-2013, 05:31 PM

If you don't mind being the car that always gets the head start in Superstock. Get in touch with me. Very very reasonable price for complete setup.
But I warn you if you put a manual trans in you will go 3 tenths (at least) quicker.

Pistol Pete · 06-03-2013, 05:40 PM

I have a 86 Z-28 Stocker
But it is an Automatic
Can race it in brackets, won't break the bank
Very consistent
Very well put together
Runs 4-65 under the 12.30 index
Super clean in n out
See my ad in cars for sale

Harry 6674 · 06-03-2013, 05:49 PM

The Waldos in div. 6 had a couple of winning stick cars in the classified section a few weeks ago. Also a trailer.

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, 04:56 PM	#3
KRatcliff Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 768 Likes: 75 Liked 528 Times in 142 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

06-03-2013, 04:58 PM	#4
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, 05:05 PM	#7
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

06-03-2013, 05:31 PM	#8
art leong VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Richmond Hill, Georgia Posts: 2,003 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: Jumping in to Stock or SuperStock If you don't mind being the car that always gets the head start in Superstock. Get in touch with me. Very very reasonable price for complete setup. But I warn you if you put a manual trans in you will go 3 tenths (at least) quicker. __________________ Art Leong 2095 SS

06-03-2013, 05:40 PM	#9
Pistol Pete VIP Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Punta Gorda Isles, Fl. Posts: 1,627 Likes: 3,411 Liked 779 Times in 209 Posts	Re: Jumping in to Stock or SuperStock I have a 86 Z-28 Stocker But it is an Automatic Can race it in brackets, won't break the bank Very consistent Very well put together Runs 4-65 under the 12.30 index Super clean in n out See my ad in cars for sale __________________ "Pistol" Pete Dutko

06-03-2013, 05:49 PM	#10
Harry 6674 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 589 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Jumping in to Stock or SuperStock The Waldos in div. 6 had a couple of winning stick cars in the classified section a few weeks ago. Also a trailer.