my Low dollar 318 hop-up project

Yes, the guy is going to upgrade bands, and a few other things that will make it very stout, but really won't be much of an aid to the E.T. I'm sure a fresh tranny will help a small smidge, but I want the 318 to do the work :glasses7:

I understand completely, but I don't think there's even a newbie young gun that wouldn't go for a cheap shift kit while they had the transmission out. Since it adds to the longevity, I don;t think it's cheatin. lol