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by Frank
May 4th, 2009, 3:50 pm
Forum: Tech Tips, Rules, and Safety
Topic: Spec manifolds?
Replies: 2
Views: 1513

Spec manifolds?

I don't mean to start a huge uprising amoung the FV community, but I believe manifold prices are bordering on silly. I know the amount of effort and development needed to create a top level manifold, but isn't there a way we can cut cost by having an outside company create an aftermarket spec manifo...
by Frank
April 29th, 2009, 2:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: First Graybeard Racer Cartoon Posted
Replies: 8
Views: 2475

Re: First Graybeard Racer Cartoon Posted

I know what you guys mean by getting older. Its hard staying up past 3am for me anymore, and I can only eat 10lbs of food any more at a buffet without gaining a pound. Man being 22 is difficult :lol:
by Frank
April 27th, 2009, 9:54 pm
Forum: Tech Tips, Rules, and Safety
Topic: Custom Seat Question
Replies: 19
Views: 7399

Re: Custom Seat Question

I wouldn't do the expandable foam. Can be a nightmare. You can build your own bead seat like pennon sells for the cost of a garbage bag, expoy resin, and bean bag beads. Its cheaper than the foam too. http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthr ... =bead+seat
by Frank
April 21st, 2009, 9:13 am
Forum: Tech Tips, Rules, and Safety
Topic: Adding Ballist
Replies: 13
Views: 6546

Re: Adding Ballist

you can even melt the lead shot with a MAAP gas torch to make whatever shape is needed to fit in the car.
by Frank
April 14th, 2009, 9:21 pm
Forum: Parts
Topic: WTB Caracal C nose
Replies: 1
Views: 849

WTB Caracal C nose

email me if you have a spare nose or can make me one. fqv5001@psu.edu
by Frank
March 16th, 2009, 6:16 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous
Topic: new car ower
Replies: 7
Views: 3410

Re: new car ower

I believe Bill moved to china.
by Frank
March 4th, 2009, 6:29 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: rFactor Simulation
Replies: 6
Views: 2480

Re: rFactor Simulation

Did you download the driver from the logitech site?
by Frank
March 3rd, 2009, 2:44 pm
Forum: Tech Tips, Rules, and Safety
Topic: Overflow catch can
Replies: 8
Views: 2564

Re: Overflow catch can

i have a caracal C, and I use an old CRC brake cleaner can. Once you let all the pressure you can pry the top off with a screw driver. Its steel so if you want it to look nice you can sand and paint it what ever color you want.
by Frank
March 3rd, 2009, 2:41 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: rFactor Simulation
Replies: 6
Views: 2480

Re: rFactor Simulation

what wheel are you using?
by Frank
February 11th, 2009, 3:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: rFactor Simulation
Replies: 6
Views: 2480

Re: rFactor Simulation

I'll join too
by Frank
January 15th, 2009, 3:20 pm
Forum: Novice Area
Topic: fuel and tires at Regionals
Replies: 12
Views: 7702

Re: fuel and tires at Regionals

you can also run a vee on avgas which is much cheaper than track fuel
by Frank
January 12th, 2009, 1:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Fox Shock rebuilds
Replies: 3
Views: 1465

Re: Fox Shock rebuilds

Steve at vee sport racing did mine. Excellent job. Fair Price.
by Frank
October 20th, 2008, 5:59 pm
Forum: Parts
Topic: NEW GOODYEAR TIRES
Replies: 3
Views: 1719

Re: NEW GOODYEAR TIRES

where are you located?
by Frank
July 28th, 2008, 10:26 pm
Forum: Tech Tips, Rules, and Safety
Topic: Tranny fluid options
Replies: 12
Views: 5853

Re: Tranny fluid options

I use the royal purple syncromax
by Frank
July 28th, 2008, 3:45 pm
Forum: Tech Tips, Rules, and Safety
Topic: Weight of Driving Suit
Replies: 5
Views: 2239

Re: Weight of Driving Suit

What brand of suit is it? I had a 3-layer G-force and it felt like it weighted 30lbs. vs. my 3 layer sparco
by Frank
July 26th, 2008, 11:04 am
Forum: Novice Area
Topic: FV Driving Technique Books
Replies: 10
Views: 5687

Re: FV Driving Technique Books

"secrets of solo racing". it teaches great driving fundamentals of both autoX and road racing. Nothing really on passing, but you usually need to learn that on your own. The "Unfair Advantage" is another good book too.
by Frank
July 24th, 2008, 3:05 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Low turnouts
Replies: 135
Views: 118520

Re: Low turnouts

I think a spec tire is a good idea. I know I can't afford new tires for my car. I also think we need more people like Bob Tupper who has a prize raffle every race and everyone wins something at least $25 or more, most are gift cirtificates for vee parts but people donate cash too. Its like getting a...
by Frank
July 22nd, 2008, 2:31 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Low turnouts
Replies: 135
Views: 118520

Re: Low turnouts

The two problems with getting young guys racing are cost and the work required. Its alot of work to prepare a Vee especially if you crash it even once. Not to mention the work and time required to get to a race, a tow vechile and trailer are expensive too. Most guys my age would rather throw an inta...
by Frank
July 18th, 2008, 11:26 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: SEDiv (SARRC) FV Drivers
Replies: 15
Views: 5515

Re: SEDiv (SARRC) FV Drivers

I like the idea. I hope we get it in the northeast too
by Frank
July 16th, 2008, 12:13 am
Forum: Event News, Info, and Results
Topic: Lime Rock Entry Fees
Replies: 6
Views: 2172

Re: Lime Rock Entry Fees

sweet jesus. they better have an all you can eat prime rib dinner and grid girls at that price
by Frank
July 8th, 2008, 5:16 pm
Forum: Parts
Topic: Roxanne Exhaust System
Replies: 4
Views: 1977

Re: Roxanne Exhaust System

is it a step up? can you send pictures to fqv5001@psu.edu or post them here?
by Frank
June 3rd, 2008, 11:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WARNING: formulafirstracing.com
Replies: 1
Views: 1242

Re: WARNING: formulafirstracing.com

I had 2 trojans downloaded onto my computer when I accessed the site late last night
by Frank
May 9th, 2008, 1:22 am
Forum: Tech Tips, Rules, and Safety
Topic: EGT
Replies: 9
Views: 3595

Re: EGT

You don't need to change jetting morning vs. afternoon. Basically the engine builder sets the jetting on the dyno and it usually works for almost all conditions.
by Frank
May 5th, 2008, 2:08 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: LimeRock no longer a momentum track
Replies: 16
Views: 7225

Re: LimeRock no longer a momentum track

Thats too bad. Lime lock was suck a thrill. I'm glad I got to drive there before it got screwed up. Oh well long live nelson ledges and summit point.
by Frank
May 3rd, 2008, 10:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: FV Racing Sim Development
Replies: 47
Views: 29947

Re: FV Racing Sim Development

I have finals this week so i'm not downloading till wednesday. how does it drive?