Fuel and Suspension

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FivePointO

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As some of you may have seen my "Bulletproof Solution" thread, I have now ordered a Coast High 347 and am trying to pull things together, order parts to fit and have the car at the track in May.
One concern is fuel, I was looking at 30psi Injectors and a 255lph pump, will this be enough or too much? I could go with 24 pounders and a 190lph pump but that seems alittle short for a smallblock 347. Also...the coupe is bone stock, any ideas on a good suspension setup for hookup and driveability? Also, looking at clutches...good pedal pressure and track durability..does that exist?
Thanks guys/girls!

 

2000xp8

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30's and 255lph for the pump.
Some may say more injector, I happen to disagree. NA 30 lb injectors can feed a massive amount of hp.
I've personally seen them handle over 450rwhp.

For the suspension, decide what's most important to you, Drag or handling.
You can always drag race with a handling suspension, no it's not optimal, but IMO it makes for a car that is far more fun on the street. You can't handle with a drag suspension, unless you want to get killed.
Adjustable shocks for sure.

 

faststang90

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i had 30s a 302 with canfield heads,system max intake,custom cam .565 inch lift,70 mm tb,adj fuel reg. car ran a 12.18 @ 118. i had a 255 pump also

 

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FivePointO

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Would 32 pounders be any better or practically the same?
Whats the best thing to do to stiffen up the frame for sharp turns and overall performance?

 

2000xp8

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Not sure where you even get 32lber's, but even if you can they will be about the same.

Subframe connectors are a must.
If you need some ideas, just browse around maximum motorsports website for parts and see what your budget it. There's alot out there for handling.

 

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2000xp8 said:

Not sure where you even get 32lber's, but even if you can they will be about the same.

Subframe connectors are a must.
If you need some ideas, just browse around maximum motorsports website for parts and see what your budget it. There's alot out there for handling.

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check out my build thread if you wanna check out handeling stuff