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Just so everyone knows where things are right now. I've gotten some film to go through and two more on the way to creating a draft presentation. Thanks to all for the effort! I also have more contributions to list, and will update that soon. The war chest is near $400 now, which is very cool. Things...

jpetillo wrote: I'm not against what you proposed per se, but some of us have to run with the fords, and at some tracks it's been downright dangerous with vees being so slow ...

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Kevin, The PURPOSE of the "organization" (whatever form it takes) would be COMMUNICATION!...Steve No problems here. However, can't the registry be made part of the web site, as well as new entries to it, and aren't communications facilitated by its content and structure? Sponsors can pay ...

hardingfv32-1 wrote:...did you formally apply for the weight change? Maybe a thread testing the waters.
Brian

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In my own view, the priorities are: 1.) Draw attention to the class by those potentially interested in it. This will come most effectively from existing FV drivers and vendors promoting potential new entries and inactive drivers to come to FV. Their is no more effective approach than word of mouth. ...

Given the recent inclusion of adjustable cam gears (never an OEM part), the ignition modules drop-in (electronic ignition was never offered in any 1200cc VW motor), the amount of grinding, bending, twisting, stretching, and "adjusting" allowed in engine prep all over, the idea that adjusti...

Kevin, I haven't forgot about you, I just realized I didn't do a video for you yet. Hopefully I get it done shortly I just need to spend some time to get spots from different tapes of different tracks with some action on it and put it all on one tape. Ed Best not to make copies of original tapes if...

Kevin, I'm trying to get a couple other Vee drivers over here so we can do a video showing 3 different cars at once. It should provide some good info - ... *IF* we can get it done. I'll let you know as soon as we have something. It'll probably be on 8mm compact video cassette tape unless you need m...

... IF my butt is in immediate danger they will remove me as quickly as possible... ISAAC ---- not SFI compliant which concerns me that its' use won't always be permitted and at $900 I would hope to be able to use it for a couple of seasons. HANS ---- Offers little protection in offset impacts and ...

... I understand that some SCCA ISAAC users were seeking a ruling with regards to 20.4 by using 13.9 However, the POSITIVE responses on inquiries through 13.9 ARE NOT PUBLISHED, only the negative ones. What does 20.4 say in the 2008 GCR? ... Bottom line, the ISAAC offers the best protection. It is ...

I have a couple of videos and a few photos contriuted so far. Enough to get started. Thanks to everyone who has sent me content!

The last couple weeks have been consumed by work and a trip to the PRI show. I will get started on a rough cut soon, using what I have. More as it develops.

Kevin, great information in your posts. Thanks. What system do you use? I'm now using the Hutchens D-Cel. This is the simplest and least intrusive restraint (least bulky and clumsy), and can be used in the race car as well as my street car when I do track days, since it is not dependant on the belt...

Some applications notes after many discussions and evaluation of available options: The one thing all restraint systems depend upon is proper fitment. A Hans, or Hutchens Hybrid device, fitted properly and adjusted correctly, probably produces the highest level of protection. However, just because i...

....Besides the Hans, what other head restraint systems are available and used?... I believe this will cover it: Strap Systems - Use webbing to position hooks or fastening tethers that restrain the helmet. Advantages: Lightweight, easily fit into tight cockpit spaces, does not require modifications...

I heard that about D.E. too and was amazed. I learned later at a SCCA safety symposium that it was the vector speed or the speed of the car snapping around to the wall that caused the damage. D.E. also wore his belts loose, and improperly attached, causing it to fail diring the impact at some point...

Looked at the new Hans at the show. Nice piece and great price. If I could get one in my car, I'd do it. In my case, I would have to modify the fuel cell, the main body, the harness connection point, and the roll bar down-tubes. Even then I would have a hard time getting into the car wth the device,...

Guys, I purchased http://www.formulavee.us with the full intent of building a site to promote the class. However, I've been busy this year saving our business from the increasing CDN dollar, so it hasn't happened. I'd be happy to pass the ownership of the URL off to anyone who wants to make it happ...

Excellent, thanks for the assist!

I need someone to either provide contact information for Phil Trindle, or contact him and have him made aware of the Promo project. From what I understand he is also working on a promo DVD of some description. Rather than having two projects going at once, if he has made progress, there is no reason...

I'd like to see the DVD and web site project tied together and launched in concert, so the DVD and brochure can refer to the web site for detailed information. I have no problem collecting and building page content, and this forum could easily remain as the discussion center. I do not see this as a ...

November 23, 2007 As of today, there have been 10 contributors to the project, producing a fund of $210 toward direct expenses. Thank you to the following generous individuals! Quinn Posner Daniel Grace Robert VanDyke Stephen Saslow Greg Rice Thomas Pape Ray Phillips Bruce Livermore Gary Blanarik Ha...

Kevin, Do you want just road racing videos, or are you going to include solo vees as well? Solo in general is doing very well and doesn't need any more advertising. Solo Vee was going downhill but this coming year the rules have changed to include FST legal cars and increase HP to try and compete w...

The last time i checked, FV stood for Formula Volkswagen. Hmm correct me if im wrong but doesnt FST run a VW engine and components?.... I'd prefer to keep discussions of FV and other competiting classes separate of promoting specifically "FV" as a class. Other programs are being well supp...

Kevin, The Runoffs START footage on the Team2Stool site appears to be from Tim Remmers car. I HOPE that there is another few seconds of it and that the camera didn't DIE - he doesn't quite get through T2, but it shows what it's like to be in "close company" with no fenders :) Also - I thi...

Just so we are clear and have no missed opportunities... Video that has been compressed for use on You Tube and other on-line locations is won't provide high enough quality for a DVD presentation. Ideally, I would like to work from the original video file, either from a VHS, or DVD. Photo quality sh...