My 02 CETA Vs Ford Lightning
11-17-2008, 08:32 AM
#1
10 Second Club
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: S of Sugarland, TX
Posts: 86
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
My 02 CETA Vs Ford Lightning i saw this guy coming out of Ottos Saturday and he had a run with another FBody running with me. He obviously was running good power as walked his car pretty severely. I pulled up beside him at 70 and seemed a pretty even go but was very short due to a bit of traffic. We tried 2 more times but he would never line up right beside me, always had his front bumper at my rear bumper.
I jumped trying to get him to come up beside me and go, but he kept slowing down and stayed in my blind spot to 55-60 and then heard the blower. I hit it after hearing him but he came by and put a link on me. We stayed status quo at that point but had to let off due to traffic right before 4th gear. Tried again real quickly afterward with the same result not ever really having a chance to see a good run.
He obviously is running good power as the truck was very strong. He turned off in the Richmond area in my neck of the woods so hopefully he sees this and we have another chance down the road sometime.
I jumped trying to get him to come up beside me and go, but he kept slowing down and stayed in my blind spot to 55-60 and then heard the blower. I hit it after hearing him but he came by and put a link on me. We stayed status quo at that point but had to let off due to traffic right before 4th gear. Tried again real quickly afterward with the same result not ever really having a chance to see a good run.
He obviously is running good power as the truck was very strong. He turned off in the Richmond area in my neck of the woods so hopefully he sees this and we have another chance down the road sometime.
11-17-2008, 11:44 AM
#2
On The Tree
iTrader: (25)
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Spring, Tx.
Posts: 185
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Aerodynamics would have eventually kicked in and you would have started pulling unless he was seriously modded - takes a bunch of power to overcome pushing a 5000# brick that fast - trust me, I know.
Bird
Bird
11-17-2008, 11:49 AM
#3
TECH Apprentice
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: CA
Posts: 335
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
That was in your CETA???..wow, yeah that L had some serious power. the stock block is good to mid 400rw, so I'm sure he had aftermarket block and all to do that on the highway to your car.
11-17-2008, 12:18 PM
#4
***Repost Police***
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: DFW, TX
Posts: 2,480
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
. Good runs OP, sounds like a fast Lightning. Now give me your CETA please 
11-17-2008, 02:11 PM
#6
10 Second Club
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: S of Sugarland, TX
Posts: 86
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I have been told that there is a guy down that way running a 600 WHP Lightning. I was all motor on that run and does not seem he would have been that powerful, but could see him being 500 WHP or so...considering weight and everything else. He jumped me but I did kill the pull as rpms built. Tried to spray on 3rd run just to do him in but my N20 system is a bit fouled up right now it seems. I will be ready motor/spray next time I see him and should be a bit different story.
thanks, the CETA is a fun car. It runs well...should be mid 11 based on MPH at the track...time sucked as feathered launch, but now with the spray added it should really be impressive with good tires (just bought new set). Just need an upgraded diff now.
thanks, the CETA is a fun car. It runs well...should be mid 11 based on MPH at the track...time sucked as feathered launch, but now with the spray added it should really be impressive with good tires (just bought new set). Just need an upgraded diff now.
11-17-2008, 02:17 PM
#7
10 Second Club
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: S of Sugarland, TX
Posts: 86
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
The guy I was running with just dynoed out at 350 whp and had a pretty good run with the L. I would say 60-115 and the L had him by 4-5 cars.
Trending Topics
11-17-2008, 02:34 PM
#8
TECH Apprentice
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: CA
Posts: 335
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I have been told that there is a guy down that way running a 600 WHP Lightning. I was all motor on that run and does not seem he would have been that powerful, but could see him being 500 WHP or so...considering weight and everything else. He jumped me but I did kill the pull as rpms built. Tried to spray on 3rd run just to do him in but my N20 system is a bit fouled up right now it seems. I will be ready motor/spray next time I see him and should be a bit different story.
thanks, the CETA is a fun car. It runs well...should be mid 11 based on MPH at the track...time sucked as feathered launch, but now with the spray added it should really be impressive with good tires (just bought new set). Just need an upgraded diff now.
thanks, the CETA is a fun car. It runs well...should be mid 11 based on MPH at the track...time sucked as feathered launch, but now with the spray added it should really be impressive with good tires (just bought new set). Just need an upgraded diff now.
11-20-2008, 01:14 AM
#9
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 0
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
i saw this guy coming out of Ottos Saturday and he had a run with another FBody running with me. He obviously was running good power as walked his car pretty severely. I pulled up beside him at 70 and seemed a pretty even go but was very short due to a bit of traffic. We tried 2 more times but he would never line up right beside me, always had his front bumper at my rear bumper.
I jumped trying to get him to come up beside me and go, but he kept slowing down and stayed in my blind spot to 55-60 and then heard the blower. I hit it after hearing him but he came by and put a link on me. We stayed status quo at that point but had to let off due to traffic right before 4th gear. Tried again real quickly afterward with the same result not ever really having a chance to see a good run.
He obviously is running good power as the truck was very strong. He turned off in the Richmond area in my neck of the woods so hopefully he sees this and we have another chance down the road sometime.
I jumped trying to get him to come up beside me and go, but he kept slowing down and stayed in my blind spot to 55-60 and then heard the blower. I hit it after hearing him but he came by and put a link on me. We stayed status quo at that point but had to let off due to traffic right before 4th gear. Tried again real quickly afterward with the same result not ever really having a chance to see a good run.
He obviously is running good power as the truck was very strong. He turned off in the Richmond area in my neck of the woods so hopefully he sees this and we have another chance down the road sometime.
On another note a buddy of mine was asking me your name as he has a Grand National also and is in the Buick club. He was wondering if he knew you. Just let me know and take care.
11-20-2008, 07:39 AM
#11
10 Second Club
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: S of Sugarland, TX
Posts: 86
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Wow, stock block. It was hard to say for sure what would have happened since it was like a split second run...but that truck was quick. What kind of power are you generating? You ran the guy in the Formula that i was with and he has got 350 whp and you put some pretty good length on him...
11-20-2008, 08:17 AM
#13
10 Second Club
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: S of Sugarland, TX
Posts: 86
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Oh, as far as the track goes...I really am refraining from dig running until I get my diff replaced. Am afraid that will break something for sure with the power level of the car. For now I am a 40 and above type of guy.
11-20-2008, 08:28 AM
#14
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 0
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
No I was not spraying, all boost no juice. I have never had nitrous on it and never will. In its current config it is putting down approx 550 to the wheels.
11-20-2008, 08:36 AM
#15
I believe it. I seen one at capital running 700+whp on kennebell setup using race fuel. It was about four years ago, but it's one of those things you never forget. They were really cool people. Said he was having traction issues all night long with it (captial raceway). Everyone does there, lol. He was really upset. Said it was 9.9x truck and it was running low 10s all night. I would of never believe it if I didn't see it for myself that night. Fast stuff alirght.
11-20-2008, 08:48 AM
#16
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2008
Posts: 0
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I understand no biggie. Hey I am one of the old guys LOL
11-20-2008, 08:50 AM
#17
10 Second Club
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: S of Sugarland, TX
Posts: 86
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
trust me, I believe that all day. That truck was the quickest L i had seen. I have run a couple in the past and never had a problem. I figured from my previous posts that you had to be running at least 500 whp based on weight and your jump, etc. Very Nice! I would have to spray it seems to make a go of it. I only spray 75 in the car but makes a pretty good difference.
11-20-2008, 09:46 AM
#19
Village Idiot
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Santa Monica, California
Posts: 428
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Are those Ford Lightning trucks really all that fast? I've seen one or two but never took them serious...They look like an fancy F150... I remember the Cyclone trucks being peppy.. Is that a boosted six banger or LSx motor in the Ford Lightning? I would think the weigh a ton and are heavy as ****...
11-20-2008, 09:53 AM
#20
10 Second Club
Thread Starter
iTrader: (4)
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: S of Sugarland, TX
Posts: 86
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Stock they run mid 14's. They can easily be manipulated to move much better. This gentlemans truck was quite the exception and I believe could run with a new stock Z06....Is that quick to you?
I say that as I have run a new Z06 with just motor and he barely pulled me when this guy jumped out pretty good. I would need 500 to the wheels to hold him...thus my 75 shot. I call that fast..
With a 75 shot my car is capable of an 11 flat run... I would expect he runs in the low 11's with that truck.
I say that as I have run a new Z06 with just motor and he barely pulled me when this guy jumped out pretty good. I would need 500 to the wheels to hold him...thus my 75 shot. I call that fast..
With a 75 shot my car is capable of an 11 flat run... I would expect he runs in the low 11's with that truck.
Last edited by 02txceta; 11-20-2008 at 10:06 AM.