grumpin Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 I think I like the Bullnose pic better. I've always been afraid of "getting air" as there's the inevitable landing. And in the case of that one it doesn't look like it'll be very soft. But, doesn't that Aeronose look like it's having fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted January 31, 2019 Share Posted January 31, 2019 I think I like the Bullnose pic better. I've always been afraid of "getting air" as there's the inevitable landing. And in the case of that one it doesn't look like it'll be very soft. But, doesn't that Aeronose look like it's having fun! Yes, they should have painted a smile on the grille. Hmmmm, that reminds me of 'Mater. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rembrant Posted March 11, 2019 Author Share Posted March 11, 2019 Yes, they should have painted a smile on the grille. Hmmmm, that reminds me of 'Mater. Another nice one showing a Flareside Bullnose catching some air! (In case there are any of you that don't see these on Facebook). You certainly don't see spectators that close to the action anymore. PS: What were they typically running for engines in these trucks, doesn't anybody know? Quoted from the pic: "Great shot of Dave Shoppe and his class 8 Ford at a mid 80’s MINT 400. This popular spectating spot was located about a mile off the start line and went under I-15 north of Las Vegas. Maybe a Vegas local can chime in but my guess is the existing off ramp to the new Las Vegas speedway? Anyways, after the 1985 MINT 400, the course moved to the Primm area until 1989. By then the BLM made the “underpass” a non spectator spot ☹️. Photo Credit unknown, if it’s your shot let me know so I can give you credit. Do YOU have a shot from the Underpass? Let’s see it!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 Another nice one showing a Flareside Bullnose catching some air! (In case there are any of you that don't see these on Facebook). You certainly don't see spectators that close to the action anymore. PS: What were they typically running for engines in these trucks, doesn't anybody know? Quoted from the pic: "Great shot of Dave Shoppe and his class 8 Ford at a mid 80’s MINT 400. This popular spectating spot was located about a mile off the start line and went under I-15 north of Las Vegas. Maybe a Vegas local can chime in but my guess is the existing off ramp to the new Las Vegas speedway? Anyways, after the 1985 MINT 400, the course moved to the Primm area until 1989. By then the BLM made the “underpass” a non spectator spot ☹️. Photo Credit unknown, if it’s your shot let me know so I can give you credit. Do YOU have a shot from the Underpass? Let’s see it!" Cool shot! I can't imagine the landing though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rembrant Posted March 11, 2019 Author Share Posted March 11, 2019 Cool shot! I can't imagine the landing though. Gary, Any idea what they ran for engines and trannies in these trucks in that era? I'm thinking they must have been hopped up 351w with 3spd auto trannies? Really curious what set-ups they ran. I know they were 2wd...at least many of them in these pics are...but they weren't running a lazy 302 2bbl and 3.08 diff like in my truck...lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 Gary, Any idea what they ran for engines and trannies in these trucks in that era? I'm thinking they must have been hopped up 351w with 3spd auto trannies? Really curious what set-ups they ran. I know they were 2wd...at least many of them in these pics are...but they weren't running a lazy 302 2bbl and 3.08 diff like in my truck...lol. No, I don't know what engines and transmissions they ran. But I'd bet it was something like a 351HO and probably the C6. But that's just a guess. I tried searching for the info but didn't find anything that helped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rembrant Posted March 11, 2019 Author Share Posted March 11, 2019 No, I don't know what engines and transmissions they ran. But I'd bet it was something like a 351HO and probably the C6. But that's just a guess. I tried searching for the info but didn't find anything that helped. I see in the early 1980's and before, class 8 was the 2wd trucks (and class 4 was 4x4). Looks like they were combined sometime later on...later 1980's maybe. Anyway, found some basic info...that they had to have full frames and the appearance of a bed. No coilovers, but if they did have stock style suspension (like coil springs and twin I-beams) they could run as many shocks as they wanted. Engines had to be from the same manufactured as the truck, and the transmissions had to be a stock style. No specifics other than that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rembrant Posted March 11, 2019 Author Share Posted March 11, 2019 No, I don't know what engines and transmissions they ran. But I'd bet it was something like a 351HO and probably the C6. But that's just a guess. I tried searching for the info but didn't find anything that helped. All I found was one of Ivan Stewart's old trucks restored (and a dent, not a Bull). A 78 or 79? Listed as having an 8:1 compression 400 with an estimated 350 HP and 400 ft/lbs TQ, and an Auto trans. Gary, you'll be pleased to know that the article said it had a "400M", but I just called it a 400.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 All I found was one of Ivan Stewart's old trucks restored (and a dent, not a Bull). A 78 or 79? Listed as having an 8:1 compression 400 with an estimated 350 HP and 400 ft/lbs TQ, and an Auto trans. Gary, you'll be pleased to know that the article said it had a "400M", but I just called it a 400.... Well done, Cory! However, I'm a bit suspicious about the horsepower and torque ratings. Dad's engine hit 400 HP and 500 ft-lbs with 10.5:1 compression. In addition, it was running aluminum heads. So I'm having a hard time believing the 350 HP rating - unless they really wound that thing up. Dad's cam was spec'd to give power at low R's, so maybe they used the large flow capacity of the 335 Series heads and really spun that thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nothing Special Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 .... Listed as having an 8:1 compression 400 with an estimated 350 HP and 400 ft/lbs TQ, .... .... I'm having a hard time believing the 350 HP rating - unless they really wound that thing up. Dad's cam was spec'd to give power at low R's, so maybe they used the large flow capacity of the 335 Series heads and really spun that thing. 350 hp and 400 ft-lb means the horsepower peak is significantly below 5252 rpm. The formula for calculating horsepower is torque (in ft-lbs) times rpm divided by 5252. So I'm thinking the estimation is generous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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