Any tips, new to drag racing?

Alright so what I am going to do is just buy the car and probably keep the 318 in it and just start learning...which I should have a lot to do. You guys have all been really helpful. :) What if the tires aren't any good on it. should I buy a set of street tires, drag radials, or a set of slicks? It's partial tub, which I guess means he just didn't finish it. My dad said he could fix that.