Posting pictures
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FV80 »
June 18th, 2015, 2:08 pm
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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
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Last post by problemchild
November 30th, 2009, 10:09 am
Winter storage
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Greg Davis »
November 24th, 2009, 12:33 pm
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My car will have a fairly long layover for winter and I am looking for any tips fellow Vee racers might have for preserving the various mechanical...
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Jim and Brian, thanks for your input. John ; I wish.
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Last post by Greg Davis
November 25th, 2009, 4:22 pm
Electronic Ignition
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Hal »
November 19th, 2009, 6:40 pm
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What if any advantages are there to using an electronic ignition on a Vee other than you don't have to replace and adjust points maybe once a season?...
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I will be sewing underwear lables with my name on them for every part have...
Yes the D-13 moves pretty rapidly most of the time, but that is...
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Last post by Hal
November 22nd, 2009, 8:29 pm
Forward or backwards?
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fastg »
November 18th, 2009, 1:52 pm
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How do I tell is my transmission has been switched to run in the mid engine configuration? I am not sure if the transmission I have has ever been...
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Unless you have a press to disassemble and an alignment jig for the forks you are way ahead of taking it to a pro - Bob Lybarger is in McHenry, just...
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Last post by BobShedd
November 18th, 2009, 11:40 pm
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Last post by Dave Gomberg
November 13th, 2009, 12:21 pm
Nationals and fuel cell
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CSatterley »
November 2nd, 2009, 8:47 pm
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I' m there is some difference between events and tracks, but can you make it through a National using a 4 gallon fuel cell.
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Our local scrutineer had me use the loop that Brian mentioned and use a PCV valve at the end of the tube.
Mike
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Last post by MCRacer
November 6th, 2009, 11:22 am
Tranny prep.
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brianmetcalf »
October 28th, 2009, 6:06 pm
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I just picked up a used swing axle transmission out of a bug and was wondering what do I do to prep the transmission for Vee racing? I can rebuild a...
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Brian McCarthy does my tranny. He's great and i have never had an issue with it.
Give him a call - 916-712-5742
Take the axles off and you can put...
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Last post by smsazzy
November 4th, 2009, 2:05 pm
Alternate Intake Manifold Rule.
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by
problemchild »
October 17th, 2009, 11:37 am
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Perhaps an idea such as this, would allow the FV community to move forward with our existing manifolds but with a new way of defining and measuring...
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well, that's at least a little less complex than the idea i had at one point... humidifier for the cylinder head intakes. 90% humidity is still...
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Last post by remmers
October 31st, 2009, 1:45 pm
Google Sketch-UP 3D CAD free software
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CSatterley »
October 30th, 2009, 11:05 pm
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I was messing around with possible changes to my car and for winter projects and found a free 3D Cad type software that has been a fun to use, so I...
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I think SolidWorks is $3000 to $5000 per seat for commercial (as opposed to student) use.
By comparison, free sounds pretty good for those who want...
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Last post by cendiv37
October 31st, 2009, 1:07 pm
engine and tranny dimentions
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brianmetcalf »
October 9th, 2009, 6:00 pm
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I looked at all the back Tech posts and cannot see where this has been asked. Is there anyone that has dimensional drawings of the engine and...
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Thanks Robert I have Autocad 14 and I did what you suggested.
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Last post by brianmetcalf
October 28th, 2009, 6:02 pm
Tech
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SR Racing »
February 6th, 2009, 12:42 pm
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But frankly you bring up another very good point which I would like our class to work on. Very few of the tech personel within SCCA are FV literate....
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All you guys bring up good points. I was a tech guy and was enamored with the vee class. When I was chief I tried to always do something different...
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Last post by brianmetcalf
October 27th, 2009, 6:35 pm
chassis dimensions-Please HELP
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FamilyWilson »
October 26th, 2009, 8:13 am
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I have written to you guys before with the same questions, but, in a recent move I have lost my notebook and all subsequent answers. I am looking for...
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I have written to you guys before with the same questions, but, in a recent move I have lost my notebook and all subsequent answers. I am looking for...
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Last post by jpetillo
October 26th, 2009, 9:36 pm
Spark plug threads
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bobc »
October 20th, 2009, 6:25 pm
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I had a helicoil in one cylinder and it came out. There is not enough thread to hold a new one. Is there a differant way to correct this problem?
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Deitmar is corrrect in saying that there are size alternatives in the inserts and choices for types of inserts. When cutting spark plug threads in...
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Last post by brian
October 21st, 2009, 5:14 pm
Gell cell batteries
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brian »
October 14th, 2009, 5:57 pm
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This is a question for Jim. How does one know that their gell cell battery is nearing death. I've used the length of time to do a recharge as an...
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I have one of these chargers, price is right and it has options for normal or gel batteries and it will display percentage charged and battery...
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Last post by Veefan
October 15th, 2009, 8:33 pm
Still learning - coil failure - curse
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CitationFV21 »
September 14th, 2009, 7:37 pm
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Just when you thought you had it figured out.
I was working on my car at the NHMS regional, and ran the engine and shut it off using the kill...
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Well, I guess I have to give up the bad luck award to Jeremy Treadway
Check out this thread:
and look at the discussion after the picture from...
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Last post by CitationFV21
September 29th, 2009, 7:13 pm
Ponts
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remmers »
September 22nd, 2009, 9:30 pm
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Out of curiousity, what would need to be done to waive points in a given race? Would you still be able to keep your finishing position but allow...
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would the waiver form be on the SCCA website?
I doubt it - you generally get the form at the event. Go to the stewards and ask. You have to sign it...
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Last post by FV80
September 27th, 2009, 10:54 pm
transaxle vent
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kpkehoe »
September 24th, 2009, 12:35 pm
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I am curious as to the conventional wisdom of venting the transaxle. We never seemed to do it when I was racing Vees back in the late '70s but I have...
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Do not plug the vent in the tail housing. The tranny needs to breath a bit. Per the GCR, there should be a line from that vent to a catch tank. Do...
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Last post by brian
September 25th, 2009, 9:25 am
Spring bending-ride height adjustment
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Matt King »
September 17th, 2009, 4:04 pm
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I've got to bend the spring on my Citation XTC because it was never done when the car was originally built and it sits like a 4x4 in the front. I...
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Not terrible, after you do it the first time.
You will probably have to jack the front of the car up (a foot higher than the rear). Then using the...
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Last post by SR Racing
September 17th, 2009, 5:17 pm
Double Regional at NHMS last weekend
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flat tappet »
September 15th, 2009, 12:50 pm
Kudos to my friend and FV newbie, Harry White who purchased my LYNX back in June, went to driver's school at LRP in June and was then allowed to race...
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Last post by flat tappet
September 15th, 2009, 12:50 pm
SA-2010 Helmet Certification
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SR Racing »
September 14th, 2009, 3:42 pm
FYI From Bell:
>>We have received several questions recently regarding the upcoming Snell SA2010 transition. For the Snell SA or Special...
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Last post by SR Racing
September 14th, 2009, 3:42 pm
Detached Carb Float
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sabre1 »
September 8th, 2009, 1:24 pm
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Just curious about why we remove the carb float from the inlet needle actuation arm. This has been done for over 25 years that I am aware of, and now...
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Over the years I have seen them modified in a dozen different ways. One even had 1/2 of a table tennis ball epoxied to it.
Whatever works...
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Last post by SR Racing
September 11th, 2009, 3:59 pm
rocker arm retaining clip
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jmattox »
September 6th, 2009, 9:39 pm
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Just completed 2 laps of a 30 minute race at Sebring. The car became a moving advertisement for Rice Cripies snap, crackle, pop. Pulled one of the...
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Thanks, Jim. Parts ordered. Will change oil and look for the rest of the clip. Daytona in 3 weeks. Then we take a break until Turkey Trot.
John and...
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Last post by jmattox
September 8th, 2009, 3:33 pm
Aluminum Body - pros, cons. query
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by rstackjd » August 31st, 2009, 7:28 pm
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Now don't flame - it's an inquiry is all. Car is an '88 Adams Aero.
On winter projects list is serious body work on my car. We are looking at...
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You can also find fiberglass sheets in roofing material stores:
for example:
You can get this in solid white, (or maybe other colors?)
I have a...
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Last post by CitationFV21
September 7th, 2009, 9:56 am
flipping ring gear
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Don »
September 2nd, 2009, 11:49 pm
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I need to flip the ring gear over and this will be a first for me. I know there are all sorts of procedures for setting up the pre load etc, but hey...
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Thanks, guys, appreciate the help. I am familiar with reading the markings on the pinion and looks straignt forward to flip.
cheers, don
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Last post by Don
September 4th, 2009, 11:02 pm
Drum or Axle? Getting beat dahn
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FV90 »
August 26th, 2009, 10:09 pm
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Out of all fo the years of owning Vee's I have never had as much trouble as I am having now. I made an exchange of a short box for a long box and...
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Well, thanks to Mike Chandler things may be looking up with the German drums. I took a some quick measurements and found the Italian drums I have to...
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Last post by FV90
August 31st, 2009, 9:30 am
Before I do something stupid...
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1969zeitler »
August 28th, 2009, 3:53 pm
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I am removing the heat pipe from my 40hp intake and I am using a dremel with a cutting wheel. I start cutting and realize... THIS THING MIGHT BE...
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Most of the rules require the heat riser be removed. It's the only aluminum component, so your safe. Many vintage guys run very competitive motors...
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Last post by brian
August 30th, 2009, 7:30 pm
Steering and backing plate bolts
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CitationFV21 »
July 19th, 2009, 10:38 pm
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Just to show you you can forget as many things than you learn.....
Take a look at the most forward backing plate bolt on the front end. The bolt...
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The angled adjusters are available in 2 different slot widths also. Thought I would further confuse the issue for you.
Dave
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Last post by Dave
August 29th, 2009, 5:11 pm
ADAMS Aero Steering linkage
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by rstackjd » August 24th, 2009, 9:44 am
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For reasons I can't explain (don't know why) a prior owner of my Adams moved the sterring box up to the beam and completly changed the linkage from...
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also, I would cut down the bolts you're using on the flex joints. you don't need a 10-32 stabbing you through your leg.
Probably a good idea!...
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Last post by rstackjd
August 27th, 2009, 10:09 am
Oil Cooler question
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Edward Schubert »
August 25th, 2009, 8:02 pm
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What size, brand , type oil cooler should I get? Thanks
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to add to the routing, i gave up a win at Pocono earlier this year because i didn't pay attention and one of the lines was sitting up against the...
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Last post by remmers
August 26th, 2009, 5:28 pm
Counterfeit HANS Ancor Posts
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Doug Carter »
August 20th, 2009, 9:04 am
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HANS FINDS COUNTERFEIT ANCHORS – LAUNCHES FREE REPLACEMENT PROGRAM
Atlanta, Georgia -- August 19, 2009 - HANS Performance Products has found...
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Thanks, Doug!! I'm going out to check mine right now.
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Last post by flat tappet
August 20th, 2009, 11:49 am
checking rear camber
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CSatterley »
August 13th, 2009, 9:39 am
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I was wondering if people change/check camber by adjusting the shock or adjusting links from the trailing arms to the shock/zero roll. My total...
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I would check that the droop limiting device is not preloading the rear suspension so as to simulate rotatation of the tranny slightly as if it is...
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Last post by problemchild
August 17th, 2009, 9:10 pm
Oil Sump Rule Change
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by
hardingfv32-1 »
May 22nd, 2009, 4:25 pm
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The June Fastrack is out and no mention of any change to the FV oil sump rule. Administratively, does this mean it is out as a 2010 rule change?...
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Just an idiots opinion here! Seems pretty darn funny that people will shell out $1300 for a manifold, when for approximately $500 you could gain the...
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Last post by coyote
August 17th, 2009, 5:31 pm
Tool Recommendation for axle snap ring
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FV90 »
August 11th, 2009, 9:42 pm
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Apparently I don't have the correct pliers for the huge snap ring that holds the axle in my Vee. Any recommendations?
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My Harbor Freight set kept bending.
Yep... The best price and quality that Harbor Freight has is on their ballast. You can buy ANYTHING off the...
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Last post by SR Racing
August 17th, 2009, 2:11 pm
Reverse engagement?
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77fmod »
August 14th, 2009, 8:30 am
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I run SOLO and I only have an older '96 GCR. I was wondering if you guys still have to have a reverse that can be engaged from the driver's...
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Thanks guys...
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Last post by 77fmod
August 14th, 2009, 1:43 pm
Axle or Drum Leak?
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Steven McWilliams JR »
July 4th, 2009, 8:40 pm
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Hey everyone,
My car was recently put together and gone through, and last weekend after coming off track, I noticed oil on the bottom of my tire,...
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You should be good now Steve, unless you let Matt modify your header. I had the same problem early this year and the seal kit I got from Dietmar...
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Last post by Bill Carroll
August 12th, 2009, 10:23 am
How to tell if the shocks are bad
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by rstackjd » August 9th, 2009, 3:36 pm
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Might be a self answering question -
I posted a while back that the front end appeared to be binding becasue when I step down on the beam it...
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which also lets everyone else know just how aerodynamic their cars are without going to a wind tunnel, just look for the drip patterns on the front...
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Last post by remmers
August 11th, 2009, 5:37 pm
lap timers
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MCRacer »
August 7th, 2009, 10:30 pm
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Anybody know anything about these lap timers?
Works with the AMB system that has a transmitter added. Apparently some SCCA regions support it....
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Road Atlanta was the only track around here that got on board with installing the hardware. It was really handy there. If the other tracks around...
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Last post by caracal76
August 9th, 2009, 5:56 pm
Rain tire pressure
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DTW00 »
July 8th, 2009, 10:15 am
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A quick question...not having run much in the rain what pressure should I run in GY dogbone rains??
Thanks
Dave
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My best advise; is, get soft slicks, get a tire grover, grove in a copy of the Goodyear new rain tire, like Corvette uses on the street tires.
Then...
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Last post by Larry Bradley
August 2nd, 2009, 12:38 pm
New Goodyears
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brian »
July 20th, 2009, 1:41 pm
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I've heard that GY has a new tire out there. Does anyone have a comments?
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thansk guys for the input. Sounds like GY may have gotten it right, I'll have to try some.
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Last post by brian
July 30th, 2009, 8:47 pm
Z-Bar pinch blocks needed
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hars550 »
July 27th, 2009, 12:05 pm
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I am making a new Z-Bar and am looking for some sliding bar mounts
for the ends of the z-bar where the tie rod attachs to.
I need a company name if...
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550:
Look above- all those suppliers can help you out ( they will have to be made as these are not off the shelf items)
Hope this helps
Dietmar...
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Last post by Dietmar
July 27th, 2009, 1:17 pm
Engine Cases
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by
Captain »
June 22nd, 2009, 7:42 am
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Hi Everyone,
I am looking to upgrade my single relief motor to the newer dual relief style. I really don't have the cash for a new set, so looked...
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Even though I have full machine shop svcs. to perform every imaginable procedure on engine cases, I refuse to build new engines on used cases. The...
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Last post by sharplikestump
July 26th, 2009, 11:26 pm
Electronic Ignition
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Johnny_B »
July 5th, 2009, 10:41 am
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I'm thinking of switching to electronic ignition but I have noticed there are 2 types. Pertronics 1 and Pertronics 2 with extended dwell. Which one...
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In this vein... About the least of the worries you will ever have in a FV is spark requirement. Obviously you want a reliable, timed spark with...
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Last post by SR Racing
July 22nd, 2009, 5:11 pm
Thunderbolt Raceway, NJMP
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remmers »
July 20th, 2009, 4:43 pm
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Is it a Short box or long box? Does a 1:22 3rd Short box lug in 3rd gear anywhere? Would a 1:26 3rd Short box be too short?
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Best guess... At the regional Eugene had a long box & I had a short. I was floating the valves at the end of the straight with no drafting partner....
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Last post by wroché29
July 22nd, 2009, 10:42 am
Fire System
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by
fvkartguy »
July 19th, 2009, 5:00 pm
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I'm thinking about replacing my fire system and was considering one of these do it yourself refillable bottles. (examples: & &
Are these legal for...
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I recently purchased this system for my new car and apparently ESS has changed the production of the bottles . The one that I received was longer...
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Last post by Gdog
July 19th, 2009, 6:58 pm
FV Body Questions
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by rstackjd » July 14th, 2009, 12:15 pm
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Looking at the GCR I have a few questions regarding body construction - mostly trying to learn:
C.9. Body
C. The rear bodywork must have the ability...
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Is your body as low as possible?
I doubt it - that's part of what I'm trying to figure out
What are the engine slopes of cars being compared? No...
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Last post by rstackjd
July 14th, 2009, 1:52 pm
Tire rejuvinator
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bobc »
July 13th, 2009, 10:32 am
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What luck has anyone had using some of the tire rejuvinators?
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For autocross, they make a 2 year old tire perform like a 1 year old tire--for 2 or 3 runs.
For road racing on a budget, you are better off buying...
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Last post by DanRemmers
July 14th, 2009, 11:04 am
Adjustable camshaft timing gears
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by
pillowmeto »
July 2nd, 2009, 7:28 pm
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What is the preferred system for an adjustable camshaft timing gear? I have seen some adjustable helical gears for sale on European sites, they seem...
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Your approach sound ok to me. I've seen everything from sloppy holes to concentric washers. Most of the adjustable gears for VW are straight cuts...
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Last post by brian
July 11th, 2009, 1:27 pm
LRE Drums Powdering Splines
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by
smsazzy »
July 7th, 2009, 12:07 am
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Has anyone else out there had any issues with the splines on an LRE drum powdering? I had a nearly brand new LRE drum that had runoffs only time on...
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Sometimes new LRE axles won't go on all the way and I have to abandon the flanged nut for a session or two then put a flanged nut and retorque. I've...
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Last post by brian
July 9th, 2009, 12:48 pm
D-13 frame
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by
kpkehoe »
July 2nd, 2009, 11:28 pm
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What is the wall thickness of the main frame tubes on a D-13?
TIA
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Kevin:
Just for reference-
20ft of 4 at Industrial Metal Supply is $72 plus tax ( delivered)
Dietmar
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Last post by Dietmar
July 7th, 2009, 1:34 pm
Electronic Ignition
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by
Johnny_B »
July 5th, 2009, 10:38 am
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I'm thinking of switching to electronic ignition but I have noticed there are 2 types. Pertronics 1 and Pertronics 2 with extended dwell. Which one...
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Jim, when doing an initial set up with a static light I noticed that the light stayed on regardless of where the dist. was located. How does one...
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Last post by SR Racing
July 6th, 2009, 11:00 pm
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