Three seasons on a filled block. Would highly recommend it. I'll never go back.
Reason one: It eliminates your cooling system and all related possible issues (leaks, water pump failures, air pockets, boiling over)
Reason two: It doesn't get nearly as hot as people think. I can drive all around the pits without the oil temp guage rising. I use a nice Derale oil cooler with a petersen relief valve. The temp guage will rise to aprox. 180-200 after a pull depending on the length of the pull, how long they make me sit hooked to the sled, track prep, how many times I started it in the pit, etc.
Reason three: Its stronger (theoretically) Not that I'm remotely close to that HP level with the blocks start to split, but its piece of mind.
Reason four: It opens up the front of the engine bay for a larger intercooler with better mounting
Reason five: It gives you a good reason to b!tch at the officials and make them tow you around the pits.
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--Dave--
58 Dodge Power Wagon 3.0 Limited Pro Stock diesel pulling truck
2020 Ram 3500 HO/Aisin Laramie/night tow rig
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