10's on $5,000 ?

well, here are my steps:
  1. Get it here... until then nothing else matters
  2. Start the process for the title (Arrggg! Our state will be a pain! :BangHead:)
  3. Go over the car for safety. Brakes, steering, wiring, gas lines and shifting. It drives now so that's a good start.
  4. Verify the mechanics. Engine (temp stable, compression, oil pressure, any leaks?). Transmission (shifts good, any leaks?). Rear end (howls, growls, verify gears, any leaks).
  5. Add a passenger seat!!!!
  6. Tech Inspection at home for the dragway.
  7. Make it street legal … lights, blinkers, exhaust.
After I knock out the list above, then I will move forward with performance.
Will the DMV in your state have to inspect the car? With that homemade dash with no VIN tag , that may be a problem.