Posting pictures
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FV80 »
June 18th, 2015, 2:08 pm
It is now possible to post pictures and other attachments on this forum. I would, however, suggest that, if the picture(s) is/are already posted...
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June 18th, 2015, 2:08 pm
Board ANNOUNCEMENT ! and DONATIONS ...
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FV80 »
April 21st, 2015, 3:07 pm
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This board has been moved from its old host and admin to a new location.
I realize that some aspects of this board have been .. not up to par in...
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Hi Dietmar,
I figure that is the case. With ApexSpeed being so big it's where people tend to go for internet info. Nice place, but as far as...
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December 10th, 2023, 1:29 pm
Support our FormulaVee.org Partners!
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FV80 »
September 15th, 2010, 11:04 am
Hello FV enthusiasts and FV.org readers,
I'd like to take this time to thank all of the companies that have stepped up to help support...
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September 15th, 2010, 11:04 am
The paint is all done finally and we're ready for school
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by rstackjd » April 18th, 2009, 10:01 pm
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Got the paint and graphics done finally! Drove around the subdivision and everything work well except that pesky oil temp gauge. Everything is...
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Thanks - we'll look at that tonight
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Last post by rstackjd
April 21st, 2009, 8:40 am
FV major rules changes over the last 46 years?
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by
ffstorer »
April 5th, 2009, 9:49 pm
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It seems to me that there have been relatively few rules changes over the years. To me the most significant change was the colling fan. I would like...
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I would agree (after my earlier post that I questioned the fan removal) but now I believe you are correct (big deal, right?) With the fan removed AND...
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Last post by ajax
April 17th, 2009, 5:53 pm
North East sanction numbers?
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by
grimes34 »
April 16th, 2009, 4:40 pm
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Hi,
I need sanction numbers for any 2 of the following 2008 national events,, NHIS, Lime Rock or Pocono,
Thankx,
eugene
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New Hampshire = 08-N-31-S
Lime Rock = 08-N-223-P
Pocono (sat) = 08-N-244S
(sun) = 08-N-245S
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Last post by wroché29
April 16th, 2009, 5:16 pm
any one know this car
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by
jjgorski »
April 15th, 2009, 5:05 pm
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Hey my father bought this car down around baltimore and was wondering if anyone knows anything about it.
thanks
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It almost looks like one of Jim Oswald cars.
Ed
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Last post by Ed Womer
April 16th, 2009, 8:53 am
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Last post by cendiv37
April 14th, 2009, 10:49 pm
Dave Kasmerczak contact info needed
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by
wroché29 »
April 14th, 2009, 2:03 pm
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Hi. The number I have (219-289-7223) is non-working . Can someone PM me a phone # of e-mail address please?
Thanks!
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Thanks guys, I've got it.
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Last post by wroché29
April 14th, 2009, 5:49 pm
how to put up an avitar?
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by rstackjd » April 3rd, 2009, 10:44 am
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I went to the user control panel to try and put up an avitar but don't see how to up-load one? Are there instructions somewhere?
Thanks
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Looks OK from my perspective...
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Last post by jtgb
April 3rd, 2009, 4:47 pm
Best airport for the Runoffs?
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by
qposner »
March 31st, 2009, 4:57 pm
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Which airport does everyone use for the Runoffs? I need to make flight reservations. Thanks!
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Thanks, Mike. Perhaps I will sit tight and wait to see where other people are flying out of. Then, make reservations based off any rides I can hitch.
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Last post by qposner
April 2nd, 2009, 12:56 am
Race track web sites
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by
grimes34 »
March 27th, 2009, 10:17 am
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Is it Me or what? how come I can never seem to find the actual address of a race track on there web sites, They only give clues, like 20 miles north...
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Very Nice Job!!!!!
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Last post by grimes34
March 31st, 2009, 2:51 pm
April Fastrack--Oil Sumps
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by
Matt King »
March 21st, 2009, 8:12 am
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Anybody else find it ironic that in the same issue the CRB rejects a letter requesting a rule change to open up the oil sump, saying there is no...
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Most every serious race engine has a dry sump system of some type. Seems that if you are willing to pay $4000 to $7000 for an engine or $2000 for a...
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Last post by spdunlap
March 25th, 2009, 6:46 pm
FV rentals
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by
MCRacer »
January 14th, 2009, 11:45 pm
Is there a list somewhere of rentals?
Cut this from the poll post below: You need a guy like Dick Stewart out there I know SR rents FV/FST. Anyone...
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Last post by aqualls
March 25th, 2009, 8:48 am
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March 23rd, 2009, 1:43 pm
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Last post by hardingfv32-1
March 22nd, 2009, 5:51 pm
Dopey Battery Question
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by rstackjd » March 20th, 2009, 3:46 pm
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As I'm working on getting my new to me FV ready for the season I was planning to throw the charger on the battery when a little voice in my head...
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It's been a long time since I have seen any 6 Volt tachometers or other gauges. So I am pretty sure that you have a 12 V battery (assuming your...
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Last post by SR Racing
March 21st, 2009, 12:58 am
Trying to contact Cooper64
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by rstackjd » March 19th, 2009, 9:25 am
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Trying to contact Cooper64 but the only info I have is his screen name here on this forum. Anyone have an e-mail address for him?
Thanks
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Well, the PM's work but it seems he doesn't get here all that often and I'm trying to get some info on a trailer they have for sale.
I'll give you...
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Last post by rstackjd
March 19th, 2009, 1:45 pm
Racing Movie/Documentary on ESPN Friday
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by
Gdog »
March 18th, 2009, 6:42 pm
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This friday on ESPN is what looks to be an interesting documentary style movie on the 24 Hours of Le Mans .
The name is Truth in 24 . I found a...
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This program is about the Audi racing effort last year. It has gotten great reviews in Autoweek and C&D. They said that it was an excellent study on...
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Last post by fvracer
March 19th, 2009, 12:27 pm
Stupid License Question
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by rstackjd » March 16th, 2009, 12:39 am
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Even though I'm pretty sure I know the answer, I'll ask.
I'll be going to driver's school in April and then a double regional in May. I will not...
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I suggest calling the licensing office and explain your past experience & desire to attend the June Sprints. You might be able to attend driver...
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Last post by jtgb
March 16th, 2009, 10:47 am
http://formulavee.ning.com/
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by
aqualls »
March 14th, 2009, 4:22 pm
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Hi all, this is a free wiki/forum with useful functionality (discussions, personal pages, video/photo posting capabilities etc.). Are there plans to...
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Andy, I think you hit the nail on the head. For us, the forum is where we start. We really never go to before heading off to the forum - we go...
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Last post by jpetillo
March 15th, 2009, 8:39 pm
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by
twofoot »
March 14th, 2009, 4:51 pm
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Chris,
Not sure if your post was meant to be tongue in cheek, but those dreamy cars have been racing in SCCA for the past 5 years. We just call it...
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Last post by Bill_Bonow
March 15th, 2009, 3:45 pm
Doubling up FV's in a 20' Trailer
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by
jtgb »
February 23rd, 2009, 11:44 pm
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Just in case you're looking to carpool to your next event... here's how my brother-in-law & I made it to Road Atlanta this past weekend with our two...
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Hey Dave, Good advice - I'm running a pair of transom axles rated at 3500lbs ea, so luckily I've got a few pounds to spare for the beer. :lol:
Hey...
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Last post by jtgb
March 9th, 2009, 9:32 am
Budget racing
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by jaymzz » February 15th, 2009, 3:26 pm
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With the hard economic times that seem to not have a light at the end of the tunnel yet I thought I could start a thread for budget racing. I am new...
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For VW sedan-based parts check your area for the nearest Volkswagen show. Most have huge swap meets where you can find all kinds of used but good...
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Last post by caracal76
March 8th, 2009, 1:52 pm
Anyone in Leesburg, Orlando, FL
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by
problemchild »
March 5th, 2009, 8:10 am
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I am trying to buy some non-FV parts from a character in Leesburg. FL which I understand is just NW of Orlando. Is anybody local with some spare time...
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I live close and have free time
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Last post by fv195
March 5th, 2009, 11:36 am
rFactor Simulation
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by
fvkartguy »
February 10th, 2009, 5:35 pm
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I got the rfactor racing simulator a little while ago and downloaded the fv car. It's pretty realistic and fun, but I think it would be a lot more...
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Did you download the driver from the logitech site?
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Last post by Frank
March 4th, 2009, 6:29 pm
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Last post by aqualls
March 2nd, 2009, 11:05 am
$500 in Leggos and a few hundred in labor.
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by
SR Racing »
February 28th, 2009, 6:24 pm
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How to take a pefectly good 1000+ HP Dyno and use it with a Vee.
Console and Load Cell Room. Not shown- 600 Gallons of Load Cell Water, 2000 CFM...
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Jim, Wow, nice setup!
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Last post by jpetillo
March 1st, 2009, 10:21 am
SCCA license fees
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by
flat tappet »
February 22nd, 2009, 1:01 pm
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Anyone check out the above fees lately? If you are 60 or older, you have to have a physical every year. For those of us retired but not yet on...
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Mine regional license was exactly a 3 week turnaround from when I sent it out. I just got it on Monday.
What's the hard card really going to do to...
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Last post by jpetillo
February 26th, 2009, 8:55 pm
Cutting patterns in metal
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by
Martinracing98 »
February 6th, 2009, 9:57 pm
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I am seeking opinions. I have various tools for cutting metal including a horizontal band saw and abrasive chop saw for chopping bars, hand and bench...
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Thanks to Bob for posting these pictures but I wanted to show everyone what the throttless shear I have looks like. It is from Woodward Fab. in...
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Last post by Ed Womer
February 23rd, 2009, 9:49 am
Run-Offs Rooms
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by
Dave »
January 24th, 2009, 2:22 pm
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Just starting a thread, anyone have their Run-Offs rooms booked or confirmed yet? Where? How much (if you care to mention)? Any minimum stay?
Dave
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Book your rooms as early as you can. The area suffers a real issue of competing interest between family vacations, business use, and the race track...
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Last post by kwillmorth79
February 21st, 2009, 2:45 pm
Run-offs camping
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by
nick_fv71 »
January 25th, 2009, 4:04 pm
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Since the run-offs hotel rooms topic was brought up I thought I would ask a similar question--I plan on staying at track during the runoffs and was...
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There are also many camp sites around the facility with a wide range of facilities. However, if you wait past April to get your reservations, you...
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Last post by kwillmorth79
February 21st, 2009, 2:42 pm
New runoff rules
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brian »
February 16th, 2009, 2:58 pm
Look in the events section for a new rule regarding qualifying and divisional championships.
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Last post by brian
February 16th, 2009, 2:58 pm
Firewall construction
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by
spdunlap »
February 13th, 2009, 8:31 pm
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Would a firewall constructen of Kevlar and layments of steel or aluminium be legal? Is it considered a firewall or a hard stop for the engine should...
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I used this as a guidline. If it's thick enough to protect the fuel cell, wouldn't it be good enough for a firewall?
Sports Racing Category and...
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Last post by fv87
February 14th, 2009, 7:06 pm
Cooling Ducts...I hate them and they hate me!
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by
Captain »
February 10th, 2009, 6:35 pm
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Everyone,
I was planning to repair my cooling ducts this winter, but after looking closer at them it would probably be best to start from scratch....
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No, those look like older Lynx B type scoops.
Dave
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Last post by Dave
February 11th, 2009, 8:57 pm
WTB: Offset Bushings
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by
fvkartguy »
February 7th, 2009, 1:32 pm
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Where's the best place to find them?
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Check your PM.
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Last post by Mystique Racing
February 9th, 2009, 1:28 pm
Intro:
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by
coyote »
January 22nd, 2009, 9:43 pm
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Hi! My name is Andy, and I've been visiting your site for a couple of months now; before deciding to join! I am totally new to formula vee and...
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Welcome Andy! I think you've made a great choice. I have been out of active involvement for 30 years, but still love the class and the sport. Some...
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Last post by tppj
February 5th, 2009, 1:27 pm
Jim Clifton
by
lcdrhap »
January 18th, 2009, 11:28 pm
Can anyone put me in contact with Jim Clifton?
HapL
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Last post by lcdrhap
January 18th, 2009, 11:28 pm
Sort of a poll
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by
clubford00 »
January 10th, 2009, 2:24 am
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I was just curious how many people are going to limit or stop their racing this upcoming year do to the state of the economy?
If you wish to...
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I just can't see trying to shoe-horn racing weekends, and diverting capital into it. I also need the garage space for other work projects.
By the...
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Last post by CitationFV21
January 14th, 2009, 10:15 pm
Fox Shock rebuilds
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by
CSatterley »
January 11th, 2009, 11:36 pm
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Looking to get my double adjustable rear Fox shock rebuilt this winter. Let me hear your recomendations, if any.
Thanks
Chris
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Anyone familiar with Penskes can do yours. Steve is a good recommendation, if you want close to home, Bob Lybarger at LRE does shocks too and has a...
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Last post by brian
January 12th, 2009, 3:21 pm
2009 Runoffs FV Participation poll
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Dave Gomberg »
January 10th, 2009, 5:18 pm
I know it is early in the year for many of you and I know that your personal financial situation may not be clear at this point, but please choose...
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Last post by Dave Gomberg
January 10th, 2009, 5:18 pm
No VW contingencies this year?
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by
qposner »
December 26th, 2008, 12:39 am
I was looking on Scca.org and it looks like VW is not sponsoring an contingencies this year. Anyone know if that is for certain?
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Last post by qposner
January 9th, 2009, 3:22 am
Who else is running Formula Special, and what setup?
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by
RoadRacer »
January 7th, 2009, 1:18 am
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I hope I don't get flamed too much for asking this, but I am hoping there are others like me and I want to hear what they have done. Let me get to...
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How about front spindles and steering arms? Maybe brakes as well. None of these were ever designed for the breaking and turning forces that 58 HP...
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Last post by RoadRacer
January 9th, 2009, 2:12 am
Fuel Cell Manufacturers
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by
Martinracing98 »
December 20th, 2008, 10:18 am
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Who are the fuel cell manufacturers that build fuel cells certified to the levels SCCA requires?
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SFI certification 28.1 covers fuel cells, but I don't know how much it's used. The only cells I've seen that carry this rating are certain ones from...
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Last post by Matt King
January 7th, 2009, 5:29 pm
Anyone know what this car is?
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by
cashflyer »
December 30th, 2008, 9:27 am
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I don't think it was a FSV, but still somebody here may be able to ID it.
It currently has a motorcycle engine fitted, but the owner does not...
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You might try posting the photo and info on the Nostalgia forum at this url:
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Last post by Lynx94
January 7th, 2009, 4:41 pm
FV frame design
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by
hardingfv32-1 »
December 31st, 2008, 3:30 pm
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Brian McCarthy wrote about NHRA FC chassis: The most amazing thing about the whole deal is how flimsy the chassis is in the first place. With...
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Very true Kevin, I don't ever recall seeing a vee break in half and the drivers legs hanging out. A simple increase in minimum weight in NHRA could...
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Last post by kwillmorth79
January 6th, 2009, 11:00 pm
WTB Protoform P2/P3...P4?
by
JimR »
December 31st, 2008, 11:07 am
I am looking for a “good” Protoform to buy to setup as a second car. Longbox roller preferred but will consider all options including complete kits....
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Last post by JimR
December 31st, 2008, 11:07 am
SCCA not this bad
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hardingfv32-1 »
December 26th, 2008, 3:39 pm
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If you ever thought poorly of SCCA, well then read this story about a NHRA safety issue. This has caused two driver deaths this year.
Brian
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While at this year's PRI show I viewed a funny car chassis and talked to the builder about this very issue. He said Robert Height was killed by...
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Last post by brian
December 30th, 2008, 4:17 pm
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Last post by veehive
December 24th, 2008, 12:49 pm
engine horsepower
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by
go-vee-or-go-home »
December 12th, 2008, 10:09 pm
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wondering what horsepower the engines are running , i know stock is 40 hp. what is the range for a reginal engine and what would it be for a national...
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Well, two important questions.
1) Can Santa bring 'more' HP?
2) Does HP really refer to 'Higher Power'? I used to equate engine builders with...
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Last post by Fos
December 24th, 2008, 12:02 am
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Last post by neilcox
December 21st, 2008, 1:30 pm
F/SR Advisory Committee Changes
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by
Dave Gomberg »
December 19th, 2008, 11:28 am
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As many of you know, the CRB relies heavily upon the work of the advisory committees in each of the club's racing categories. Because of their many...
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Dave,
Thanks for the update. It looks like we'll continue to be in good hands for 2009 :).
Steve
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Last post by FV80
December 19th, 2008, 10:25 pm
West Coast 45th Birthday
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by
sweenrace »
October 24th, 2008, 11:14 pm
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Hi All,
there's a big group of vees at Thunderhill, 3 hours north of San Fran, for the West Coast 45th Anniversary race this weekend. I dont know...
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Gents,
here's a very professional video of the 45th race from Terran. Those of you who've seen Grand Prix the movie will recognize the inspiration...
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Last post by sweenrace
December 19th, 2008, 2:05 pm
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