VMP Mach 1 Drag Racing Thread

[Mach1Racer]

This thread will be about my journey of building a Mach 1 for drag racing that suits my tastes. The goal is a fully street-able, drive nearly like stock, cruises comfortably, and competitive in car shows.

Supercharger: VMP Odin TVS2650
Throttle Body: Twinjet 69mm
Belt Ribs: 8-rib

Heat Management
AEM Version 3 Water/Meth kit
PART # 30-3300

PART # 30-3326
Solenoid is a 2-way, normally closed valve.
Solenoid to stop vacuum from pulling in Meth.

Jetting: 500cc
Capacity: 1.15 gallons

Other Engine Mods

S&B Velocity Stack Mesh Screen

Improved Racing Catch Can
Part # CCS-FR-105

Exhaust
Headers
Brand: Texas Speed
Cost: $1,099.99 (I got these used for the low)
Size: 1 7/8th inch
Material: T-304
Design: 3" Merge-Style Collector
Velocity Spike for Improved Power and Torque

Mid Exhaust
Brand: MBRP
Cost: $279.99
Size: 3” inch
Material: T-409 Stainless Steel Construction
Design: Dual X-pipe, Catless, Resonator Bypass

Electronic Cutouts
JEGS 3 inch dual exhaust cutouts $309.97

Catback
Stock Mach 1

Rear Suspension

BMR IRS Subframe Support Brace System - CB762 $239.95
BMR Cradle Bushing Lockout Kit, Level 2
CB005 $199.95
BMR Adjustable Toe Rods Rod Ends -
TR005 $229.95
BMR Adjustable Camber Arms Links - UCA762 $459.95
Billet Aluminum Vertical Links - 555-4129 $289.95
Steeda Mach 1 IRS Subframe Bushing Support System - 555-4449 $139.95
Steeda Mustang IRS Subframe Alignment -
555-4438 $79.95

Drag Wheels
(a detailed post about these will follow.)

Brand: Weld Wheels Ventura (Rotary Forged)
Part Number: S10499565P30
Size: 19x9.5
Offset: +30
Bolt Pattern: 5x114.3
Hub Bore: 72.56 in
Weight: 31 lbs.
Cost: $530

Rear
Brand: Weld Wheels Ventura (Rotary Forged)
Part Number: S90470067P49
Size: 17x10
Offset: 49
Bolt Pattern: 5x114.3
Hub Bore: 78.10 in
Weight: 25 lbs.
Cost: $870
Beadlock Ring Replacement: $143

Front Tires
General G-Max RS
275/35 R 19
Cost : $265.22

Drag Tires
Brand: M/T ET Street R Bias
Tire Size: 315/50 R 17 (30x13.50)
Outer Diameter: 29.4 in
Section Width: 12.7 in
Tread Width: 11.2 in
Circumference: 92.4 in
Weight: 35 lbs
Cost: $440.29

Transmission
Suncoast Category 2 10R80 Refresh Kit w/ Clutches, Steals, with modified E & F Drum.

Stall: New Stock

First Dyno

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[80FoxCoupe]

What's it run?

 

[NGOT8R]

Video too please! We want to see it on a pass.

 

[Mach1Racer]

What's it run?

Just got it back from the shop. We have some belt slip. Therefore, we have more work to do.

Secondly, the lower Mach 1 Handling Pack spring are causing the wheel alignment shop to put in more Negative Camber than I would like to fit the 315/50 R17 Micky.

This will be a marathon fellas, not a sprint. The fat girl is gonna eat though!

I have one goal as far as speed. Run a 9.9 in the 1/4 mile and I’m good. However, the setup will be capable of low 9’s for good measure.

 

[80FoxCoupe]

Just got it back from the shop. We have some belt slip. Therefore, we have more work to do.

Secondly, the lower Mach 1 Handling Pack spring are causing the wheel alignment shop to put in more Negative Camber than I would like to fit the 315/50 R17 Micky.

This will be a marathon fellas, not a sprint. The fat girl is gonna eat though!

I have one goal as far as speed. Run a 9.9 in the 1/4 mile and I’m good. However, the setup will be capable of low 9’s for good measure.

Ah gotcha, I didn't realize you had not made any passes yet. 9s won't be an issue. What will be an issue is that you will be trying to figure out how to go even faster LOL

 

[Mach1Racer]

Video too please! We want to see it on a pass.

You asked and you shall receive.

Ah gotcha, I didn't realize you had not made any passes yet. 9s won't be an issue. What will be an issue is that you will be trying to figure out how to go even faster LOL

You ain’t never lied. Should be making 850+ on this slipping ass 6 rib belt.

 

[NHMach1]

Nice car! Not sure how much different the handling spring is but I just got mine alligned with -.5 in the rear at a custom alignment shop and he said there was a ton of adjustment back there. I did put on the Godspeed Camber Arms and Toe Links. Dropped .11 60 foot with going .5 on a 305/45/17. Naturally Aspirated.

 

[NHMach1]

Went from 1.86 to 1.75 60 foot so getting there!

 

[NHMach1]

 

[Mach1Racer]

Nice car! Not sure how much different the handling spring is but I just got mine alligned with -.5 in the rear at a custom alignment shop and he said there was a ton of adjustment back there. I did put on the Godspeed Camber Arms and Toe Links. Dropped .11 60 foot with going .5 on a 305/45/17. Naturally Aspirated.

That what I’m talking about right there. This information will be helpful going forward. Thanks!

I did purchase the Toe links and every other adjustable part I could think of to help achieve the best alignment for my wheel and tire combination.

We are going to change the springs this week. More to come on those.

 

[NHMach1]

Right on! It handles just fine on the street and looks good with that camber. Puts the power down much better.

 

[NHMach1]

Sorry didn’t see your suspension mods in the Original Post. Where are you getting it aligned? I would definitely go to a performance alignment shop if you aren’t already. The normal alignment Shops usually just want to say it’s within specs and don’t have the knowledge. It costs a bit more, mine was $175 but definitely worth it.

 

[Mach1Racer]

Sorry didn’t see your suspension mods in the Original Post. Where are you getting it aligned? I would definitely go to a performance alignment shop if you aren’t already. The normal alignment Shops usually just want to say it’s within specs and don’t have the knowledge. It costs a bit more, mine was $175 but definitely worth it.

Went to a place called Plaza Tire that some of the guys go to but I’m not pleased. I will looking finding a performance shop that specializes in racing applications.

 

[Mach1Racer]

Video too please! We want to see it on a pass.

 

[Mach1Racer]

Since I went with the 315/50 R17 ET Street R, there has been some rubbing problems that I never really had on the Mach 1.

On my 2021 Mach 1, the tire and wheel combo fit nearly perfect with no modifications. On this 2022 Mach 1 with HP, the car is lower and that is a problem.

Therefore, I started to research Drag springs and to my dismay, all of them seems to lower the vehicle.

Then I asked the question to my self. If they only seem to go up on the spring rates and lower the car by shortening the spring; can I find a Ford stock ride height spring with similar rates?


Mach 1 HP spring rates: front 211 rear 742 lb/in

Mach 1 spring rates: front 194 rear 657 lb/in

GT350 spring rates: front 211 rear 857 lb/in

GT350R spring rates: front 240 rear 917 lb/in

GT500 spring rates: front 251 rear 885 lb/in

GT500 spring rates: front 268 rear 885 lb/in
Carbon Fiber Track Pack (CFTP)

BMR spring rates: front 250 rear 980 lb/in

Steeda spring rates: front 150 rear 800 lb/in

So, I just bought some GT500 rear springs! They will raise the car up and have a higher spring rate than the Steeda Magnaride springs and a less than the BMR Drag springs.

Mach 1 HP rear spring / GT500 rear spring

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