Money Pit=The Purple Bucket

**1SLO85** · 05-31-2008, 12:20 AM

Well, since a rod let go...the Purple Bucket's rebuild is now underway. I will be changing to Manley forged rods, Diamond 16.5:1 compression forged pistons...as well as increasing cubic inches. Plus, there will be few other goodies that include splayed 4 bolt main caps and other stuff.

The goal is 750+ HP N/A and low 9's at the track. Will keep ya posted with the build as we go along.

black_stang_02 · 05-31-2008, 12:31 AM

dont you like it when things break? its a good chance to upgrade. I know I know it also sucks because of the cash that needs to be forked out. cant wait to see and hear it when its done.

**bandit** · 05-31-2008, 12:35 AM

subscribed.

Firstlady · 05-31-2008, 12:36 AM

don't know what it means but it sounds expensive!!

**1SLO85** · 05-31-2008, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Firstlady

don't know what it means but it sounds expensive!!

LOTS cheaper than a Mod. motor

96greengt · 05-31-2008, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 1SLO85

LOTS cheaper than a Mod. motor

I resent that remark !!

racer99 · 05-31-2008, 08:23 AM

LOTS cheaper than a Mod. motor

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Originally Posted by 96greengt

I resent that remark !!

Sometimes the truth hurts.

VMT · 05-31-2008, 08:42 AM

What is the cu.in.displacement of your new motor?What fuel do you run w/16.5:1 compression? What are the specs on your cam?What is your mnimum valve clearance you run w/ such a high compression motor?Do you run an MSD box that retards or advances the timing as you make your way down the track?Sounds like you're building one hell of a bullet!Good luck.

**1SLO85** · 05-31-2008, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by VMT

What is the cu.in.displacement of your new motor?What fuel do you run w/16.5:1 compression? What are the specs on your cam?What is your mnimum valve clearance you run w/ such a high compression motor?Do you run an MSD box that retards or advances the timing as you make your way down the track?Sounds like you're building one hell of a bullet!Good luck.

It will be around 412+ (not totally sure yet). For fuel I run C16. The cam is a custom grind from Cam Motion. We are changing pistons, so the machinist won't know the minimum valve clearance until I order the exact pistons I want. I run a MSD 6AL.

VMT · 05-31-2008, 02:51 PM

I've always been interested how small and large displacement high hp engine applications work,the extreme limits @ which they operate and how all the prep work(machining,chamfering,balance and blueprinting)helps them to withstand these extreme operating conditions run after run.I try to explain to my wife,when I watch the NHRA on tv how the engines operate,especially the pro stocks.how they make up to 3 hp per cu.in. and propel the cars to 6 second time slips.The way she really understands is when I tell her when she drives her truck to work,from the time she leaves the drive way until she reaches work,keep your foot on the floor,dont lift until you get there.she understands that.Thanks for your reply.

**thesource** · 05-31-2008, 04:31 PM

Would you be in the market for a 472 BBF built and ready to go ?

**1SLO85** · 05-31-2008, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by thesource

Would you be in the market for a 472 BBF built and ready to go ?

Hmmm, interesting. But, I have so many nice, high dollar 408W parts that I would lose so much $$ on if I sold them.

**thesource** · 06-01-2008, 10:17 AM

Well this one is fresh and only has about 3 or 4 passes on it . Its complete with a fully ported Victor intake , ported TFS heads , big solid roller cam and everything to install it into a Fox .

My brother in law just built it and installed it in his 98 Gt but is looking at some land and is considering selling it . He said he would take $8500 turn key with a really nice nitrous system , electric water pump , headers , bellhousing for a power glide and a King Demon carb .

**1SLO85** · 06-01-2008, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by thesource

Well this one is fresh and only has about 3 or 4 passes on it . Its complete with a fully ported Victor intake , ported TFS heads , big solid roller cam and everything to install it into a Fox .

My brother in law just built it and installed it in his 98 Gt but is looking at some land and is considering selling it . He said he would take $8500 turn key with a really nice nitrous system , electric water pump , headers , bellhousing for a power glide and a King Demon carb .

Sounds like a nice set up. My block, heads and crank are already at the machine shop. I'll be back at the track in around 8 weeks.

**thesource** · 06-01-2008, 06:31 PM

Thats cool , just throwing an offer your way .

96greengt · 06-02-2008, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by racer99

Sometimes the trurth hurts.

yeah, but it was fun !!

**1SLO85** · 06-06-2008, 08:36 PM

UPDATE

After much thinking and also friends pushing me to go faster....I have decided to do nitrous pistons and rings. I will run a plate and fogger system and shoot for high 8's in the 1/4. Will keep ya posted.

**Jeramey@StrictlyPro.com** · 06-07-2008, 12:08 PM

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Originally Posted by 1SLO85

UPDATE

After much thinking and also friends pushing me to go faster....I have decided to do nitrous pistons and rings. I will run a plate and fogger system and shoot for high 8's in the 1/4. Will keep ya posted.

Awesome! Reading about the Silver Bucket always made me want to go faster in my old 01 GT, and now reading about your Fox makes me want to go even faster in my Fox!

**thesource** · 06-07-2008, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 1SLO85

UPDATE

After much thinking and also friends pushing me to go faster....I have decided to do nitrous pistons and rings. I will run a plate and fogger system and shoot for high 8's in the 1/4. Will keep ya posted.

Probably a good choice . Its a lot cheaper and easier to run high 8's on the hose than to run low 9's NA .

**bandit** · 06-07-2008, 01:41 PM

Mitch = The Nitrous Junkie

05-31-2008, 12:20 AM	#1
1SLO85 THE OLD SCHOOL MODERATOR Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: In the 9 second zone. Posts: 6,192 Trader Rating: (0)	Money Pit=The Purple Bucket Well, since a rod let go...the Purple Bucket's rebuild is now underway. I will be changing to Manley forged rods, Diamond 16.5:1 compression forged pistons...as well as increasing cubic inches. Plus, there will be few other goodies that include splayed 4 bolt main caps and other stuff. The goal is 750+ HP N/A and low 9's at the track. Will keep ya posted with the build as we go along. __________________ 1985 Mustang GT-Yeah, it's FAST 2006 Black on Black ProCharged Mustang GT-It's the Mrs' 2006 FX4 Superduty Powerstroke-The Toy Hauler

05-31-2008, 12:31 AM	#2
black_stang_02 Black Ownz Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: San Antonio TX Posts: 390 Trader Rating: (6)	dont you like it when things break? its a good chance to upgrade. I know I know it also sucks because of the cash that needs to be forked out. cant wait to see and hear it when its done. __________________

05-31-2008, 12:35 AM	#3
bandit ☆★lSs★☆ Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Cibolo, TX Posts: 15,182 Trader Rating: (0)	subscribed. __________________ LSS Member #22

05-31-2008, 04:31 PM	#11
thesource LSS Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: in a hole building transmissions Posts: 3,089 Trader Rating: (12)	Would you be in the market for a 472 BBF built and ready to go ? __________________ Texas Motorsports Myspace Texas Motorsports Photobucket

06-01-2008, 10:17 AM	#13
thesource LSS Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: in a hole building transmissions Posts: 3,089 Trader Rating: (12)	Well this one is fresh and only has about 3 or 4 passes on it . Its complete with a fully ported Victor intake , ported TFS heads , big solid roller cam and everything to install it into a Fox . My brother in law just built it and installed it in his 98 Gt but is looking at some land and is considering selling it . He said he would take $8500 turn key with a really nice nitrous system , electric water pump , headers , bellhousing for a power glide and a King Demon carb . __________________ Texas Motorsports Myspace Texas Motorsports Photobucket

05-31-2008, 12:36 AM	#4
Firstlady Enlightened Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 4,455 Trader Rating: (0)	don't know what it means but it sounds expensive!!

05-31-2008, 08:42 AM	#8
VMT Vinniebag'odonuts Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 50 Trader Rating: (0)	What is the cu.in.displacement of your new motor?What fuel do you run w/16.5:1 compression? What are the specs on your cam?What is your mnimum valve clearance you run w/ such a high compression motor?Do you run an MSD box that retards or advances the timing as you make your way down the track?Sounds like you're building one hell of a bullet!Good luck.

05-31-2008, 02:51 PM	#10
VMT Vinniebag'odonuts Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 50 Trader Rating: (0)	I've always been interested how small and large displacement high hp engine applications work,the extreme limits @ which they operate and how all the prep work(machining,chamfering,balance and blueprinting)helps them to withstand these extreme operating conditions run after run.I try to explain to my wife,when I watch the NHRA on tv how the engines operate,especially the pro stocks.how they make up to 3 hp per cu.in. and propel the cars to 6 second time slips.The way she really understands is when I tell her when she drives her truck to work,from the time she leaves the drive way until she reaches work,keep your foot on the floor,dont lift until you get there.she understands that.Thanks for your reply.

06-01-2008, 06:31 PM	#15
thesource LSS Sponsor Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: in a hole building transmissions Posts: 3,089 Trader Rating: (12)	Thats cool , just throwing an offer your way . __________________ Texas Motorsports Myspace Texas Motorsports Photobucket

06-06-2008, 08:36 PM	#17
1SLO85 THE OLD SCHOOL MODERATOR Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: In the 9 second zone. Posts: 6,192 Trader Rating: (0)	UPDATE After much thinking and also friends pushing me to go faster....I have decided to do nitrous pistons and rings. I will run a plate and fogger system and shoot for high 8's in the 1/4. Will keep ya posted. __________________ 1985 Mustang GT-Yeah, it's FAST 2006 Black on Black ProCharged Mustang GT-It's the Mrs' 2006 FX4 Superduty Powerstroke-The Toy Hauler

06-07-2008, 01:41 PM	#20
bandit ☆★lSs★☆ Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Cibolo, TX Posts: 15,182 Trader Rating: (0)	Mitch = The Nitrous Junkie __________________ LSS Member #22

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