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Last post by FV80 « June 18th, 2015, 2:08 pm
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by FV80 » June 18th, 2015, 2:08 pm » in General Discussion

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 ...

Last post by BLS « December 10th, 2023, 1:29 pm
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by FV80 » April 21st, 2015, 3:07 pm » in General Discussion

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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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New printed/bound version of Getting Started...

Last post by BLS « December 21st, 2023, 9:09 pm
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by FV80 » December 20th, 2023, 11:32 am

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Mike Hinkle has arranged to make a new, printed version of Jim Schings' 'Getting Started in Formula Vee' book. It is a wonderful info and reference...

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That is well worth the small amount spent.

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December 21st, 2023, 9:09 pm
Driver size?

Last post by BLS « August 20th, 2019, 8:09 pm
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by slowstepper » August 20th, 2019, 1:17 pm

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Ok gentlemen and ladies,
I am brand new to this forum. I put in over 200 hours of seat time in those stupid 24 hours of lemons races, but now i want...

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Sure, you can fit.

I was 6'4 in my 20's and weighed about 205. Tight but doable.

When I raced a few years ago I was still 6'4 and about 215. Very...

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Last post by BLS
August 20th, 2019, 8:09 pm
Videos for potential SCCA drivers

Last post by FV80 « December 14th, 2018, 10:14 am

by FV80 » December 14th, 2018, 10:14 am

My son found these 2 relatively recent videos. Thought I would post them in case any of you out there are curious about how it all works and what...

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December 14th, 2018, 10:14 am
Help me identify this one!

Last post by Borken « September 30th, 2018, 5:25 am
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by Borken » September 23rd, 2018, 7:35 am

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Hi
Anyone know anything about this model?
It has a small badge that says Tornado 417, but i cannot find any sister cars on internet.

Maybe it is a...

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This was most likely a one off made in Sweden in 1974.
The chassis number was 7401 and i found that the driver/car had some entries in national...

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September 30th, 2018, 5:25 am
PGFracing - Starting Back Up Racing

Last post by jpetillo « February 8th, 2018, 12:06 am
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by pgfracing » February 6th, 2018, 12:32 am

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Goal is to get into seven days of seat time in a Formula Vee this year, however that works out, owner, renter, generosity, who knows Lord willing....

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You can check out the web site for the New England Region of FV. It's not near you but there is a lot of helpful information there.

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Last post by jpetillo
February 8th, 2018, 12:06 am
Getting Started in Formula Vee BOOK

Last post by FV80 « July 3rd, 2017, 4:05 pm
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by FV80 » May 5th, 2017, 3:46 pm

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Although Jim Schings has closed down his business and retired, he has given me permission to update and publish his FV BOOK (in PDF form) to the FV...

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Well.. we are now over SIX HUNDRED downloads. I have had 2 donations.
Steve, FV80

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July 3rd, 2017, 4:05 pm
2017 NE Drivers Schools Schedule

Last post by jahillsr « May 4th, 2017, 10:10 pm
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by AMDAS » January 28th, 2017, 9:58 am

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SCCA Driver Schools start in March and April!!

With so few SCCA Driver School weekends available during the year, make your plans to get your SCCA...

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Thank you for your reply Nick, Good advice. I will introduce myself to some NER members at the next race I can attend.
Jim

If you do purchase a car...

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May 4th, 2017, 10:10 pm
FV newbie in Texas wants to crew

Last post by FV80 « December 17th, 2016, 3:20 pm
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by Nical » December 16th, 2016, 9:33 am

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I have just acquired a Caracal FV to race in '17. I have a fair bit of racing experience in past but not FV. If possible I would like to crew a Vee...

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Nick,
I'm afraid there just aren't any other FV racers close to you. I'd suggest that you contact Bill Griffith at . He has a stable of vintage FV's...

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December 17th, 2016, 3:20 pm
New guy interested in FV!

Last post by FV80 « November 21st, 2016, 11:10 am
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by samtheman1027 » November 16th, 2016, 9:27 pm

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Hello FV forum!
My name is Sam, 22 from upstate New York. I'm currently stationed in Georgia and have been recently looking into formula Vee racing....

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I just typed about 4 paragraphs answering your 'documents' question, but the forum LOST my reply (ARRGGGH!). Here we go again.

Most race cars - at...

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Last post by FV80
November 21st, 2016, 11:10 am
Shock ID

Last post by JSM 16 « October 12th, 2016, 4:41 pm
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by deadlast » May 24th, 2016, 6:09 pm

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Hi all,
I bought a D13 sometime back and have been restoring it since. At Dietmar's advice, I've been working front to back, and just took the rear...

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When in doubt swap it out

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Last post by JSM 16
October 12th, 2016, 4:41 pm
Seat available: alternative driving school and regional

Last post by AMDAS « August 16th, 2016, 2:16 pm
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by AMDAS » May 5th, 2016, 4:51 pm

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We have a package available coming up in June at New Jersey Motorsports Park which can get you your SCCA License and/ or a regional race in a FV....

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October Date now available!

We have a package available coming up in October at New Jersey Motorsports Park which can get you your SCCA License and/...

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Last post by AMDAS
August 16th, 2016, 2:16 pm
Brake shoes

Last post by brian « February 27th, 2016, 2:36 pm
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by jphoenix » January 19th, 2014, 11:36 pm
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I understand carbotechs are no longer available, so what is being used these days and where would I buy them?

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Since the angled adjusters do move the shoes fore and aft, sometimes you'll hear a bit of drag but nothing significant. Tap the pedal and it will...
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Last post by brian
February 27th, 2016, 2:36 pm
Newb to FV but not Racing

Last post by brian « December 14th, 2015, 3:13 pm
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by rockitdoc » December 14th, 2015, 9:45 am

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Hi,

I raced a vintage Sprite (#416) about 13 yrs ago with Rocky Mtn Vintage Racing. Ran at Steamboat five times. Got out when my first son was born....

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Take a look at Soverign, VARA and CSRG. All are on the west coast and members can be a resource in finding a car. Look up Peak Performance in Shwnee...

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Last post by brian
December 14th, 2015, 3:13 pm
Wheels studs vs. bolts

Last post by jphoenix « October 11th, 2015, 6:11 pm
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by jphoenix » December 15th, 2014, 1:01 pm

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ny pros and cons of going to studs?

I see these available - marketed as competition

They are the press-fit type, not the screw-in type stud that...

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I did red loctite at the beginning of the season, changed all tires at least twice per weekend (trailer tires vs. leaker american racers) and zero...

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Last post by jphoenix
October 11th, 2015, 6:11 pm
Formula First engine cooling

Last post by BLS « March 9th, 2015, 12:46 am
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by Jeremy Soule » March 8th, 2015, 1:33 am

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My car came to me minus motor had been previously cooled by factory method. 2 questions...
I read on the FFDA website, Conversion section, that the...

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Jeremy,

the FST website has some technical articles including a minimum of 20 sq in opening each side. It also describes the location of cyl head...

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Last post by BLS
March 9th, 2015, 12:46 am
Light grey smoke

Last post by joeleoni « June 23rd, 2014, 8:05 pm
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by Rolling Stone » March 12th, 2011, 7:30 pm

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I seem to have light grey smoke coming from #1 cylinder when engine has warmed up,as if you had spilled a bit of oil/WD 40 on the fins,but it does...

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Thanks Jim,
You have been very helpful to my son and me with the Vee.
I don't expect more hp, with something that replaces just the points.
Just...

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Last post by joeleoni
June 23rd, 2014, 8:05 pm
Oil level problem

Last post by FV80 « May 19th, 2014, 8:56 am
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by jphoenix » May 17th, 2014, 10:47 am

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I've put 8.5 hours on my engine, done two races and numerous practice sessions and I'm struggling with finding the correct oil quantity for this...

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Agreed, Bruce,
At HOT/RUNNING, I use a 'higher level' mark that is approx 3/4 qt above the normal full mark. I have external oil cooler and filter...

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May 19th, 2014, 8:56 am
Coating of the piston skirts

Last post by brian « April 30th, 2014, 11:47 pm
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by joeleoni » April 16th, 2014, 7:06 pm

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I am at a point of rebuilding for this spring.
Is the coating of the piston skirts good? Is it allowed for vintage racing?
1200 cc Predator

Joe

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thanks Dietmar, that's my thinking as well.

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Last post by brian
April 30th, 2014, 11:47 pm
DOT 3 or DOT 4?

Last post by jphoenix « December 16th, 2013, 6:05 pm
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by jphoenix » December 15th, 2013, 9:26 pm

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My new to me FV has Girling masters and I've disassembled the brake system, now it's time to refill and bleed and have no clue what type fluid is...

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Ok, thanks Brian.

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Last post by jphoenix
December 16th, 2013, 6:05 pm
intake manifold/ carb question

Last post by jmattox « November 24th, 2013, 10:21 am
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by jmattox » November 17th, 2013, 11:31 am

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Thanks to a friend I have a really good engine, but I feel it is asthmatic due to intake manifold and carburetor. Any inexpensive way of improving...

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hardingfv32-1 check your PM

John

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Last post by jmattox
November 24th, 2013, 10:21 am
Tachometer question

Last post by brian « November 18th, 2013, 5:31 pm
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by jphoenix » November 16th, 2013, 12:15 pm

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I want to install a smaller tach, I see 2 units available that will work, how does one go about insuring the tach is reading correctly , within 100...

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Yes JIm, that's perfect and reasonably priced. A data system is a good learning tool but I always suggest investing in seat time. The rather subtle...

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Last post by brian
November 18th, 2013, 5:31 pm
New FV wannabe looking to crew

Last post by jphoenix « July 29th, 2013, 11:20 pm
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by jphoenix » July 20th, 2013, 10:34 pm

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Hi everyone, I'm a formula car wannabe this year, working corners at Pacific Raceways and deciding what class I want to buy into. I'm drawn mightily...

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So, I spent almost all day Saturday at The Ridge hanging out in the VeeHive with Brian and Craig and Jeff and Steve Saslow came by as well. I learned...

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Last post by jphoenix
July 29th, 2013, 11:20 pm
Oil filter questions

Last post by brian « July 12th, 2013, 2:50 pm
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by Jeremy Soule » July 10th, 2013, 12:57 am

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Vee oil filter.
I have heard the term “Full flow oil filter” but not sure what that means, does that refer to the filter itself or the housing that...

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I have noticed that hanging several pounds of stuff, ie filter, block and cooler, on the original platform can lead to case failures and cracks. This...

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Last post by brian
July 12th, 2013, 2:50 pm
What type of fuel to run

Last post by FV80 « March 18th, 2013, 8:22 am
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by Jeremy Soule » March 16th, 2013, 7:27 pm

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As our engines are fairly low compression so what type of fuel is recommended.
I'm thinking pump gas should be fine, but I am currently replacing...

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Street gas is now allowed in most classes since the rules were changed last year and the track test now consists of ONLY a D.C. check. You are NOT...

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Last post by FV80
March 18th, 2013, 8:22 am
I'm back

Last post by jmattox « March 9th, 2013, 8:02 pm
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by jmattox » December 5th, 2012, 11:30 am

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Sebring Turkey Trot regionals, CFR finally got the grouping right (now, we need more Vees and FSTs to come play) put on DRE carburetor and pertronics...

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Jim,

Timing was dead on, has been since engine refresh. Carb may have been a part of the problem, but 8 volts and virtually 0 amps out of old used...

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Last post by jmattox
March 9th, 2013, 8:02 pm
Engine Tin/Deflectors

Last post by Jeremy Soule « February 22nd, 2013, 8:22 pm
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by Jeremy Soule » February 21st, 2013, 11:21 pm

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There is a post back in 06 where Dietmar recomends using the lower cylinder tin for a fan cooled engine . I am building an engine for a FST car that...

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Thanks guys, will do. Jeremy (Tucson Az)

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Last post by Jeremy Soule
February 22nd, 2013, 8:22 pm
FV 50th details and supps are available

Last post by aqualls « January 3rd, 2013, 3:16 pm

by aqualls » January 3rd, 2013, 3:16 pm

Hi all,

Please visit

Best,
Anna Qualls

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January 3rd, 2013, 3:16 pm
first time reinstalling engine

Last post by Dietmar « September 2nd, 2012, 12:02 pm
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by shirleymac » September 1st, 2012, 5:10 pm

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I just got my engine back after having it rebuilt and in my shop manual it says to Apply a light coating of moly-based grease to the splines of the...

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You are welcome.

And just for clarification, I put grease on the NON splined part of the input shaft so that it greases the gland nut bearing, NOT...

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Last post by Dietmar
September 2nd, 2012, 12:02 pm
Cleaning belts

Last post by hardingfv32-1 « April 15th, 2012, 2:41 pm
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by jhenn4716 » April 15th, 2012, 10:29 am

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In the process of moving stuff around I spilled oil on my seat belts. How can I go about cleaning the belts without damaging them?

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Liquid dish washer soap is fine. Remember, you won't have the belts very long before they need replacing.

Brian

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Last post by hardingfv32-1
April 15th, 2012, 2:41 pm
Rear axle seal installation, wheel cylinders, etc

Last post by tiagosantos « March 29th, 2012, 6:47 pm
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by tiagosantos » March 28th, 2012, 12:24 pm

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Howdy :)

Long story, but I had to flip my backing plates around on the axle tubes. I took the opportunity to replace the seals and gaskets on the...

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Hey Barry,

I think the main reason they shouldn't be on the bottom is it makes it harder to bleed properly, as air tends to go up.. But yeah, they...

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Last post by tiagosantos
March 29th, 2012, 6:47 pm
Oil Temperature Gauge

Last post by SR Racing « January 31st, 2012, 12:13 am
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by Bruster » January 29th, 2012, 11:59 pm

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I want to replace the old mechanical oil temp gauge in my D13 with an electric one. Have been told that this will compromise my engines performance...

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Stephen is correct. There is absolutely no difference. Also the electric unit is far easier to install and maintain, with no issues of leaks or line...

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Last post by SR Racing
January 31st, 2012, 12:13 am
FV Maintenance videos

Last post by hughie 56 « November 29th, 2011, 5:02 pm
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by jstoezel » November 21st, 2011, 4:05 pm

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Not sure it's been posted here already, couldn't find it. Here are videos prepared by Vallis Motor Sport (one of the site's sponsors).

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Very nice videos.

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Last post by hughie 56
November 29th, 2011, 5:02 pm
Brake pressure

Last post by SR Racing « November 29th, 2011, 12:48 am
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by craigs » November 27th, 2011, 2:14 pm

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Looking at brake bias gauges - some top out at 1000 and some at 1500 psi. To buy the right one I need to know, what do our cars put out for peak...

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I could not find the link on your site Jim otherwise I would have posted yours. Always support the FV vendors :lol:

No problem. We are AIM and...

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Last post by SR Racing
November 29th, 2011, 12:48 am
trans year

Last post by brian « November 28th, 2011, 3:53 pm
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by kidkoh » November 27th, 2011, 8:55 pm

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what year trans would I be looking for if I wanted a long box thanks

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Starting with manufacture date of July 1966, swing axles transmissions were fitted with the 8.33 (long box) ring and pinion. The 8.33 swing axle...

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November 28th, 2011, 3:53 pm
Help a new guy: Zink PICS added

Last post by BLS « November 26th, 2011, 10:00 pm
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by BLS » June 2nd, 2011, 4:56 pm

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A short introduction: I am 58, 6ft4 and 225. I raced FV in the good old days , 1973 - 1979. The last few years were national races mostly with a best...

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I went to my dads and picked up the remaining FV/VW parts. I brought both chassis that I started back in 1979/80 home. I can at least cut them up for...

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Last post by BLS
November 26th, 2011, 10:00 pm
front tires

Last post by jmattox « November 16th, 2011, 10:33 pm
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by jmattox » November 14th, 2011, 2:20 pm

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I know this has been dicussed before, I just can't find it. I will listen to suggestions, both pro and con, on whether I am out of my mind proposing...

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One of my tintop racer friends suggested I use really tall tires so that if I flipped over I could just keep going like a hot wheel.

John
CFR FV42

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Last post by jmattox
November 16th, 2011, 10:33 pm
pistons

Last post by billinstuart « November 12th, 2011, 9:31 pm
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by jmattox » August 10th, 2010, 7:45 pm

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What is a reasonable weight for a vee piston (1200)? How do I tell if I have dykes rings? Which groove(s) should I use for things like oil rings?...

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Oil rings never need to be changed unless you have an oil control problem.

looks good isn't close enough. The ring lands are the most important...

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Last post by billinstuart
November 12th, 2011, 9:31 pm
Cylinder compression

Last post by FV80 « September 21st, 2011, 3:54 pm
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by Rolling Stone » September 19th, 2011, 6:27 pm

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We have one race left in Oct in Ontario,I need an engine rebuild over the winter,I did a compression test at the track this w/end and # 1-2 cylinders...

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The FIRST thing you should check is for broken head stud. - since both cylinders are down, I'd guess it would be one of the middle ones. Fairly...

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September 21st, 2011, 3:54 pm
Velocity stack V filter

Last post by smsazzy « September 20th, 2011, 4:30 pm
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by Rolling Stone » September 19th, 2011, 6:17 pm

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Some guys run fast on Velocity stacks I notice and some on filters,why is that?is it just carb tuning?

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THe only way to know if it works with your engine is to dunk it both ways. Or send your carb to SR and have them flow it both ways and then cide if...

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Last post by smsazzy
September 20th, 2011, 4:30 pm
Ron Chuck

Last post by Dietmar « September 12th, 2011, 9:08 pm
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by John Deonarine » September 12th, 2011, 7:53 pm

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Is there contact information available for Ron Chuck?

Thanks for the help.

John

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John:

Check your messages.

Dietmar

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Last post by Dietmar
September 12th, 2011, 9:08 pm
Brazilian Brake Drum markings

Last post by brian « August 25th, 2011, 2:53 pm
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by planbracing » August 24th, 2011, 6:35 pm

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Are there any markings that identify a Brazilian brake drum. I had a rear drum lose its splines on Sunday (DNF), this was the first time I was almost...

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If the torqued nut gets loose, there's something else going on. 300# should not loosen unless: the mounting faces of the drum are crumbling, the...

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Last post by brian
August 25th, 2011, 2:53 pm
Fuel bladder/cell

Last post by VORT94 « August 5th, 2011, 10:59 am
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by Rolling Stone » July 18th, 2011, 3:56 pm

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I need a new bladder/cell,seen a few on the internet but width is a problem,Mine has to be no more than 13 1/2 wide,and a wedge shape..4 gallon,any...

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Try Eagle Mostly I'm checking my log status. thanks

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Last post by VORT94
August 5th, 2011, 10:59 am
Zero roll spring

Last post by Ed Womer « August 5th, 2011, 7:28 am
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by Rolling Stone » August 1st, 2011, 9:49 am
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Can one of you experts explain the set up of the spring tension on the zero roll suspension,the whys and wheres of having it tight or loose etc :roll:

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That is the car I built for Rob Howden for his now defunct formula car Mag. He sold it last year to a guy in the keys in Florida and he sold shortly...
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Last post by Ed Womer
August 5th, 2011, 7:28 am
To balance or not to balance, that is the question

Last post by brian « August 2nd, 2011, 1:13 pm
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by jhenn4716 » August 2nd, 2011, 8:56 am

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I have a question regarding balancing your tires. I have been told you do need to balance your tires and that you don't need to. Which is it? If it...

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do a search, there was a long discussion on this issue including a simple low cost way of doing it at home

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Last post by brian
August 2nd, 2011, 1:13 pm
Air filter size

Last post by SR Racing « July 8th, 2011, 11:13 pm
Replies: 18
by jhenn4716 » June 30th, 2011, 6:47 pm

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I've seen different sized/shaped K&N filters. Is there a performance difference between the different sizes and shapes? I know that different filters...

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[quote= Mystique RacingHowever, you might be able to measure a difference on the track if you are using a data system.

Additionally, in this case I...

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Last post by SR Racing
July 8th, 2011, 11:13 pm
weight issue

Last post by SR Racing « July 7th, 2011, 6:55 pm
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by kkapelke4 » June 2nd, 2011, 5:22 pm

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As of right now I am 58lbs over the minimum weight.

How much do you think that could effect lap times?

I know it will effect, but by how much??...

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If you do the math on just the acceleration issue: If both are putting down 52HP to the rear wheels (typical Vee area) A 1050 lb car will out...

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Last post by SR Racing
July 7th, 2011, 6:55 pm
Throttle return spring examples

Last post by billinstuart « June 18th, 2011, 2:19 pm
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by tiagosantos » June 16th, 2011, 4:10 pm

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I'd love to see some examples.. It's something I've been having trouble with for the past year. I've tried a few different options and they all work...

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We used a Morse type cable as pictured, with 2 return springs..one at the pedal, one at the carb. No problems after years of use.

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Last post by billinstuart
June 18th, 2011, 2:19 pm
carb fuel line fitting

Last post by racing stuff « June 15th, 2011, 10:52 am
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by tiagosantos » June 14th, 2011, 1:50 pm

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Need to buy a fitting for the carb fuel line and forgot to bring the old one in.. Does anyone know the size and thread of the fitting that screws...

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Earls plumbing part number 991944, 12 X1.5mm to -6AN. Common use is Weber Carburetors.

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Last post by racing stuff
June 15th, 2011, 10:52 am
compression

Last post by SR Racing « June 2nd, 2011, 9:56 pm
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by Rolling Stone » May 27th, 2011, 6:35 pm

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What is a good compression reading per cylinder on our engines?on average,I dont mean a freshly built top engine.

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Yes and Yes. (Brian and Bill)

Jim

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Last post by SR Racing
June 2nd, 2011, 9:56 pm
carb tuning

Last post by SR Racing « June 1st, 2011, 10:07 pm
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by Rolling Stone » May 31st, 2011, 3:38 pm

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What sort of adjustments are made by the expert builders to make a carb a lot better etc?how does a flow bench work?I am not asking for secrets,its...

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Smazzy is correct in that going through multiple carbs parts with a flow bench is the biggest part of getting a good carb. There are also a lot of...

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June 1st, 2011, 10:07 pm

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