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exracer:
 Hi all, new to the page. I have spent 35 years building, and racing dirt track modifieds, and now that I'm retired from the sport, I'd love to build a FED! I have a Mittler Bros.
 bender, but I'm not sure if the radius would work out for 1 1/5' CM tubing ( 6''radius). I really like the early Kent Fuller built Tommy Ivo style rails, but I don't know if those are legal to run. I'm 65 years old, and retiring VERY soon so l"m looking to build something other than another dirt car. I don't know anyone in my neck of the woods who is into the FED scene, so I have LOT"s of questions! I'm guessing something around 140'' wheel base would work for me. I have TIG, and MIG welders, and 20 Plus years of machining experience, and not to mention 35 years of automotive collision repair experience. Any advice on chassis blueprints, and construction would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Greg

crider:
Welcome aboard, there's a wealth of knowledge amongst the seasoned FED guys here.

hemidakota:
Welcome Greg, decide how fast you want to go and order the correct SFI book from NHRA. All the information you need to build a chassis right.
Good to see another Greg on here...
Greg S.

jeff/21:
Welcome, any ideas on what you want to run for a power train?

exracer:
I have a cast iron 355 " Claimer" motor I built for my son to learn on years ago.  487X iron heads, flat top forged pistons, steel crank, and balanced assy. 9.5-1 compression. I can run it on gas with a good Holley 750. I'm not sure how to go about cooling it. Do you fill the block with water, or what is common?

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