I got to see what the beater would do in the 1/4 at the NHRDA event in Portland last weekend. I also got to meet member dstad, which was nice.
This is the first run. I ran 2wd and lost traction as you can see by the second puff of smoke. It ended up being 16.2 @86. Got beat by the powerstroke, he was running in the 14.4 range.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Be50Eo7wd6c
This one I left in 4wd with no boost and got 15.7 @ 86.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fYBN7MyA-4Q
The last one I left the line in 4wd @ 1-2 lbs boost and ended up with a 15.4 @ 86. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DO3JYtNT53g
Mods i have done are as follows: Full power screw, no afc foot, 3200 spring, 3/16 timing, custom intake horn, HE341, 4in exhaust. Stock: tranny, I/C injectors and lift pump. The HP calculator over at CompD says I'm putting about 270 to the ground. I punched in the weight at 6200 lbs. All in all I'm satisfied for what i have into it.