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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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Board ANNOUNCEMENT ! and DONATIONS ...

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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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Evolution for Sale

Last post by csingletary01 « September 25th, 2015, 1:20 pm
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by csingletary01 » April 26th, 2015, 11:19 am

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Due to an old wrist injury that makes entering and exiting my Evolution slow and painful I am offering for sale. It is Evolution Chassis 209 with all...

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Car is sold and Gary Moorman will be running it our of Michigan

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September 25th, 2015, 1:20 pm
What type of valve springs?

Last post by SR Racing « May 14th, 2014, 2:55 pm
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by Jeremy Soule » May 4th, 2014, 5:45 pm

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What type of valve springs are recommended for the Formula First engine? The rules allow any spring as long as it's single coil. There is some rust...

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Sorry about the delay in getting back to you. (Been busy in my retirement... :lol: )

On a FST, the stock aluminum push rods flex quite a bit (due to...

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Last post by SR Racing
May 14th, 2014, 2:55 pm
Inaugural Midwest Stars Formula First Series Schedule

Last post by csingletary01 « April 16th, 2014, 7:03 pm
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by csingletary01 » January 15th, 2014, 6:58 pm

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Here is our 2014 Schedule for Midwest Formula First

April 26 & 27 Gateway St Louis
May 24 & 25 Hallett Oklahoma
June 28 & 29 Hallett Oklahoma...

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1st STARS Series Race at Gateway April 26th & 27th. Drag those FST out of the garage and start your season.

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April 16th, 2014, 7:03 pm
2014 Hoosier FST Series Schedule

Last post by Bill_Bonow « January 11th, 2014, 7:44 pm

by Bill_Bonow » January 11th, 2014, 7:44 pm

You'll find our 2014 Schedule posted here:

It's our 10th year!!!

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
January 11th, 2014, 7:44 pm
Going FST vs FV Racing

Last post by Bill_Bonow « December 2nd, 2013, 4:10 pm
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by csingletary01 » October 31st, 2013, 8:09 am

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I try to stay out of all the political bickering concerning current FV vs. FSt. I went back racing in 2010 after a couple of year layoff and decided...

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Yes, but not impossible, just expensive to buy new.

I've been using the AS 21 (vs. the much more common AS 41). It's a much better/stronger case....

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
December 2nd, 2013, 4:10 pm
New Conversion in NE Div

Last post by Bill_Bonow « July 21st, 2013, 7:17 pm

by Bill_Bonow » July 21st, 2013, 7:17 pm

Dennis Richardson made it to WGI this past weekend for his maiden run with his freshly converted Adams Aero.

The complete story and pics can be...

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
July 21st, 2013, 7:17 pm
2013 Hoosier FST Season Opener

Last post by Bill_Bonow « June 3rd, 2013, 9:24 pm

by Bill_Bonow » June 3rd, 2013, 9:24 pm

Full Milwaukee Mile Race Report here:

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
June 3rd, 2013, 9:24 pm
Formula Vee 50th registration now open

Last post by aqualls « March 1st, 2013, 2:08 pm

by aqualls » March 1st, 2013, 2:08 pm

Dear FV, FST, and Vintage drivers,

Please join us at this landmark celebration April 5 - 7, 2013. Free test day sponsored by Hoosier Tire.

Event...

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Last post by aqualls
March 1st, 2013, 2:08 pm
FV 50th details and supps are available

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by aqualls » January 3rd, 2013, 3:15 pm

Hi all,

Please visit

Best,
Anna Qualls

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January 3rd, 2013, 3:15 pm
New Mahle 1.6L P/L sets

Last post by sharplikestump « December 13th, 2012, 4:39 am

by sharplikestump » December 13th, 2012, 4:39 am

I have (2) sets of New In The Box 1600cc Piston/Liners. They are Mahle brand. $125/set, or $225 for both sets.
Note: As with everything I offer, I...

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Last post by sharplikestump
December 13th, 2012, 4:39 am
Circuit of the Americas

Last post by SR Racing « November 19th, 2012, 10:34 pm
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by SR Racing » November 19th, 2012, 5:12 pm

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We have a renter or 2 interested in doing the COA race (Feb 22-24th).

If we get 2 more firm we will probably be doing it. If you might be interested...

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Thanks Steve. I see the National, but never found anything re: cancellation of the Feb regional..

Ok, oh well...

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Last post by SR Racing
November 19th, 2012, 10:34 pm
Formula Vee 50th Celebration Announcement

Last post by aqualls « September 9th, 2012, 8:47 pm

by aqualls » September 9th, 2012, 8:47 pm

When: Savannah’s Roebling Road Raceway April 5-7, 2013
With the support of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA), this race will follow the...

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Last post by aqualls
September 9th, 2012, 8:47 pm
FST at Road America

Last post by Bill_Bonow « August 28th, 2011, 10:05 am

by Bill_Bonow » August 28th, 2011, 10:05 am

Here is a link to a video of the 2011 Road America FST series race shot from Rob Clark's car:

Enjoy!

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
August 28th, 2011, 10:05 am
Evolution Formula First For Sale

Last post by Bill_Bonow « July 19th, 2011, 10:36 pm

by Bill_Bonow » July 19th, 2011, 10:36 pm

For those interested, one of the nicest, well built and prepared FST's just went on the market. For the price, it is a bargain.

Here is the ad as...

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
July 19th, 2011, 10:36 pm
Shock Arms for Inboard Suspension

Last post by SR Racing « January 10th, 2011, 5:01 pm
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by fvkartguy » January 9th, 2011, 8:08 pm

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I'm trying to decide what to do for the front suspension and looking for a source for the nifty shock rockers in case I want to do inboard shocks....

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PM'd you.

Jim
SR

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Last post by SR Racing
January 10th, 2011, 5:01 pm
Ride Height Adjuster Problems!!!

Last post by fvkartguy « January 6th, 2011, 12:16 am
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by fvkartguy » January 3rd, 2011, 11:01 pm

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I know it's not easy to get the springs through the adjuster, but I've been working on just getting the springs in for two days straight with...

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Thank you everyone for all the great advice.
I finally got them in and I'll be posting pictures of the FST (if I can call it that yet) soon.
Thanks...

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Last post by fvkartguy
January 6th, 2011, 12:16 am
1600cc for sale

Last post by Steven McWilliams JR « December 14th, 2010, 2:09 pm

by Steven McWilliams JR » December 14th, 2010, 2:09 pm

Hi Guys,

If you have read any of my other posts about a 1500cc engine, it is actually a 1600cc, I just didn't know enough to figure it out. I don't...

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Last post by Steven McWilliams JR
December 14th, 2010, 2:09 pm
Formula First Videos

Last post by Bill_Bonow « November 28th, 2010, 8:05 pm

by Bill_Bonow » November 28th, 2010, 8:05 pm

Here is a link to a number of FST videos taken over the past few years:

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
November 28th, 2010, 8:05 pm
FST/1600 VW Cooling Scoops

Last post by problemchild « September 19th, 2010, 9:29 am
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by problemchild » August 4th, 2010, 1:55 pm

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Problemchild FST cooling scoops. Massive air intake but low height leaves very clean higher tail section unlike many of the other FST cars with...

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Free delivery to Runoffs.

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Last post by problemchild
September 19th, 2010, 9:29 am
Formula First at Grattan

Last post by Bill_Bonow « August 20th, 2010, 5:57 pm

by Bill_Bonow » August 20th, 2010, 5:57 pm

For anyone who thought a converted FV cannot compete against a new purpose built car, you should have come to Grattan this past weekend to see it...

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
August 20th, 2010, 5:57 pm
SOLD-1600 long block FS

Last post by 1969zeitler « August 11th, 2010, 2:56 pm

by 1969zeitler » August 11th, 2010, 2:56 pm

I have a 1600 long block with replacement 040 heads that look very good. It is an AE code dual oil relief engine and is complete from pulley to...

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Last post by 1969zeitler
August 11th, 2010, 2:56 pm
2010 Hoosier Formula First Rounds 5 & 6

Last post by 1969zeitler « July 27th, 2010, 4:29 pm
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by Bill_Bonow » July 27th, 2010, 10:58 am

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Here are two links to full cover reports on rounds 5 & 6 of the Hoosier Tire US Formula First Championship held at Road America

(Report starts at...

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Great photos. Thanks for posting them.

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Last post by 1969zeitler
July 27th, 2010, 4:29 pm
Anyone in Central Florida running FST?

Last post by fvkartguy « July 22nd, 2010, 3:39 pm
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by 1969zeitler » July 22nd, 2010, 2:02 pm

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Would like to photograph and film for the DVD project. Thanks.

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Aw man!
I thought I was going to have the first silver bullet FST.

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July 22nd, 2010, 3:39 pm
FST Parts

Last post by problemchild « July 19th, 2010, 8:25 pm
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by problemchild » December 11th, 2009, 2:58 pm

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Large Dry Sump Tank pics.

greg13rice-at-hotmail.com

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Still have FST engine and FST beam assembly. Trades considered.
Delivery to Beaverun or Pocono Nationals, Mosport F1200, or Runoffs.

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Last post by problemchild
July 19th, 2010, 8:25 pm
2010 Hoosier Formula First Rounds 3 & 4

Last post by Bill_Bonow « June 29th, 2010, 8:02 pm

by Bill_Bonow » June 29th, 2010, 8:02 pm

Here are two links to full cover reports on rounds 3 & 4 of the Hoosier Tire US Formula First Championship held at Nelson Ledges

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
June 29th, 2010, 8:02 pm
2010 Hoosier Formula First Rounds 1 & 2

Last post by Bill_Bonow « May 18th, 2010, 10:57 am

by Bill_Bonow » May 18th, 2010, 10:57 am

Here is a link to a race report for the opening two rounds of the 2010 Hoosier Tire Formula First Championship

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
May 18th, 2010, 10:57 am
Wanted: anything FST

Last post by fvkartguy « December 26th, 2009, 2:53 pm

by fvkartguy » December 26th, 2009, 2:53 pm

Let me know if you have any reasonably priced FST parts!

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Last post by fvkartguy
December 26th, 2009, 2:53 pm
Conversion Cost

Last post by SR Racing « December 22nd, 2009, 7:47 pm
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by fvkartguy » December 22nd, 2009, 12:27 am

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I now have an extra vee and was going to try renting it out, but now am considering even having one FV and one FST...
But I'm wondering what the cost...

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Brett,

Assuming you are doing the bolt on type labor...

New engine $4200 (Dry sumped w/ oil lines and tank.

New front Beam rotor to rotor w/...

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Last post by SR Racing
December 22nd, 2009, 7:47 pm
Autowerks FST Heads

Last post by problemchild « October 26th, 2009, 8:46 am

by problemchild » October 26th, 2009, 8:46 am

The Best . Brazilian VW 040 heads prepped to current rules by Dave Carr. Complete with valves, springs, CM valve retainers. All porting and cc...

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Last post by problemchild
October 26th, 2009, 8:46 am
FV to FST front beam

Last post by Bill_Bonow « September 27th, 2009, 1:38 pm
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by 1969zeitler » September 27th, 2009, 12:16 pm

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Is the ball joint beam the same dimension between the 2 tubes as the Kingpin? I have not found a site that really tells how to convert a FV to FST....

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See post up in the novice area

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
September 27th, 2009, 1:38 pm
Mysterian/Problemchild Race Package

Last post by problemchild « September 10th, 2009, 9:48 pm
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by problemchild » June 17th, 2009, 9:05 am

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Serious Racers Only

I am preparing to go back to school in the fall.

Everything is for sale. It is not a fire sale! I will not have the time or...

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Please Note: These are Formula FST parts.

Back to School Sale!

Problemchild race-prepped front beam assembly. Dust cap to dust cap with brakes,...

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Last post by problemchild
September 10th, 2009, 9:48 pm
FV to FST Conversion Parts Trade

Last post by problemchild « August 17th, 2009, 3:58 pm

by problemchild » August 17th, 2009, 3:58 pm

Anyone looking to convert a FV to FST, please contact me.
I have 95% of the required FST parts available for trade for FV components....

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Last post by problemchild
August 17th, 2009, 3:58 pm
Hey guys Blue Grass Race is on

Last post by John Heckman « June 20th, 2009, 1:14 pm

by John Heckman » June 20th, 2009, 1:14 pm

Hi guys it has been a little while since I posted here but I wanted to let you all know that the race at Blue Grass is on for Labor Day weekend (Fri,...

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Last post by John Heckman
June 20th, 2009, 1:14 pm
Problemchild goes Mysterian!

Last post by SR Racing « May 29th, 2009, 1:09 pm
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by problemchild » May 18th, 2009, 2:19 pm

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Once I saw the new Mysterian FST car, I knew I wanted one!

I ran out of time to make the switch, but I am working towards converting the...

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And the video showed something? The stewards and witnesses disagreed with your assessments.

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Last post by SR Racing
May 29th, 2009, 1:09 pm
For Sale - Engine, Beam, Transmission & Tires

Last post by RacerGeek « March 18th, 2009, 6:56 am
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by RacerGeek » March 4th, 2009, 7:48 pm

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For Sale -

Everything for sale is as it came off the Womer I converted and sold unless noted otherwise. The car ran as high as 5th at the ARRC,...

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The beam is sold.

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Last post by RacerGeek
March 18th, 2009, 6:56 am
Womer EF-1 Formula First

Last post by RacerGeek « March 17th, 2009, 11:38 am
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by RacerGeek » March 4th, 2009, 8:33 pm

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I need to sell my interest in the Womer EF-1. This includes an SR Racing dry sump engine, SR racing beam, VSR transmission, Roxanne Headers stainless...

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I need to sell my Formula First parts. Everything that's needed to put a kit together is available except fluid lines, an oil cooler, seat belts (I...

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March 17th, 2009, 11:38 am
Just Like Vee Racing

Last post by flat tappet « January 5th, 2009, 10:16 am
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by problemchild » June 8th, 2008, 10:48 am

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Just Like Vee Racing!

I spend alot of time talking to people about the class, particularily the differences. I am posting a link to a video from our...

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Looks like a fun,fast track. Can we move it to New England? :mrgreen:

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January 5th, 2009, 10:16 am
Conversion? Build? Rebuild?

Last post by problemchild « November 20th, 2008, 4:39 pm

by problemchild » November 20th, 2008, 4:39 pm

If anyone on the Eastern half of the continent is looking for someone to convert a FV to FST, build up a FV/FST kit, or refurbish a Formula car, I...

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Last post by problemchild
November 20th, 2008, 4:39 pm
Fox40 and Rice Confirmed for ARRC

Last post by problemchild « November 1st, 2008, 8:30 pm

by problemchild » November 1st, 2008, 8:30 pm

I was not going. Not in the budget. Never was.

After winning all those FCM FST races over the past 3 years, I was going to have to miss this one....

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November 1st, 2008, 8:30 pm
FST Grand Prix at the ARRC

Last post by Bill_Bonow « October 25th, 2008, 10:49 pm
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by Bill_Bonow » September 30th, 2008, 7:43 pm

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With the regular FCM series completed for '08, the Formula First drivers are looking forward to November and The Formula First Grand Prix Powered by...

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Steve,

Glad to hear you'll be at the event. One or two of the guys attending will have had a significant amount of Runoffs track time in FV (yes, a...

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Last post by Bill_Bonow
October 25th, 2008, 10:49 pm
FST, We've Got Class

Last post by FV80 « September 24th, 2008, 4:21 pm
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by Bill_Bonow » September 23rd, 2008, 2:23 pm

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Congratulations to all FST'ers who've been activily racing your Formula First. All your efforts have paid off. Earlier this month, the SCCA Board of...

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...hopefully it will go on as long as its younger cousin class the vee's. Dean
HEY!! WE are not the 'cousin class'... THEY are!! :mrgreen: And I'm...

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September 24th, 2008, 4:21 pm
FST Nelson Ledges Video

Last post by problemchild « August 18th, 2008, 9:34 pm
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by Bill_Bonow » August 18th, 2008, 11:59 am

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The FCM Formula First series ran at Nelson Ledges a few weeks ago. A new track record was set by Greg Rice (1:13.1) with the two wins being taken by...

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A good example of how someone who has been racing for over 30 years can have his car in the wrong gear for a start :oops:

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August 18th, 2008, 9:34 pm
FOR SALE!

Last post by OhioMark « August 6th, 2008, 2:08 pm

by OhioMark » August 6th, 2008, 2:08 pm

FOR SALE!! : 1995 CITATION FORMULA FIRST

* Converted from FV in 2006
* 1.5 Hours on motor
* New Clutch / Pressure plate
* FIA Belts ( Good for...

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August 6th, 2008, 2:08 pm
Blackhawk Farms July 12 & 13

Last post by FV80 « July 25th, 2008, 8:58 am
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by Bill_Bonow » July 15th, 2008, 3:59 pm

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This past weekend three of us went to a non-FCM event at BFR for the Firecracker and help support the EWC (by filling in the other FV F5 race...

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Dean,
Great race and good video. Those Go-Pros work really well ... when they work :-).

Good drive.
I've never been to BHF, but it looks like fun!...

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Last post by FV80
July 25th, 2008, 8:58 am
Formula FST Pics

Last post by 77fmod « March 18th, 2008, 7:27 am
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by problemchild » November 27th, 2007, 7:46 pm

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There are other FST pics at

Here is my car.

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Hey Greg,
Check your PM's over on the FST site...

Johnny B.

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March 18th, 2008, 7:27 am

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