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JFC100:
I think I've finally got my 180" FED ready for an initial outing.  Below are some learnings and modifications made since I bought the built but never raced car earlier this year:
     New slicks and tubes (Hoosier 14.5 x 32.5")
     New safety belts
     Installed a gasoline primer system to improve starting
     New starter
     Converted to a 16 volt system (battery & charger)
     Replaced bad launch controller
     Cleaned out jets, lines and nozzles
     Removed 19° caster from the front axle (41° to 22°)
     Removed friction from steering system:
        Straightened bent shaft from steering wheel to box.
        Loosened, drilled and pinned the nut on the idler arm.
        Replaced rod ends on the tie rods (seized and/or tight balls).
        Modifed the transfer arm to remove drag (replaced standard bolt with a shoulder bolt)

 I will be going to National Trails Raceway outside of Columbus, Ohio on Wednesday July 26th.  I hope to post some pictures soon.

Thanks to all of you folks who answered my newbie questions.

racerken:
Good luck tomorrow.  Be Safe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

hotrod316:
sweat have fun!!!!!!! 8)

skydvrbob:
Ran it last night at a test and tune. Finally got it into the 4's.( 1/8 mile) Granted only a 4.96 but I've been at 5.00 for the last two outings. Now it's time to start on a real race motor.

hotrod316:
Sweat  :) IT STILL A 4
maybe i'll just go out and look a her, then I will want to take her out of her box! 

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