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I have been asked by some newbies lately about the rear axle seal kit, the components, and why some leak. So here is my take on the topic.

A seal...

Topic on Apex about wheel weights so I thought I would throw this in.
Steve mentioned balancing on the car. This is something that I have done for...

Says it all...

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...

OK, folks. As of a few minutes ago, registration is now open for the ARRC.
The direct link is

Pass the link around to your favorite sites......

Hello! We've formed a new Facebook Group for owners and lovers of the first Formula Vee, the Formcar! Please use the link to visit, and join if you'd...

Just to let everyone know, SCCA has 'unilaterally' decided to REQUIRE a new ~$200 FIA Certified rain light on our cars for next year and beyond. I...

More bad news ...
tried to order Italian front brake drums the other day from my supplier (OMC brand)- the kind I have stocked and sold for years....

Just a reminder to everyone, that NO ONE is 'safe' any more. If you don't subscribe to the SCCA 'Up to Speed' emails, it's reported there. Few...

This came in to the shop today.
Can anyone give me a little help identifying what type of Formula Vee this is?

Just thought I would pass on some info - in case some do not know.

STOCK Type 1 oil coolers for the 36 or 40hp fan shroud now have a slightly...

For those of you that have not received the Invitation I sent out via the FV Registry.

Have you raced the Indianapolis GP track yet?? If you haven't...

Rumor (word from my supplier) is that Bosch is no longer making the Blue coil.
When checking around, most are out of stock and those that still have...

Good luck to all of you at VIR!
Looks like I'll have to watch on my phone again this year while riding in the car. Maybe this time I'll let my wife...

Want to wish everyone a Happy New Year and a better racing season for 2022. MIGHT be a bit 'iffy' next year again due to Covid issues, but everyone...

I've read in the past that something isn't truly yours until you've bled on it :) It's not the first time my car has drawn blood, but it's the first...

I am back to working on my car and hope to get it on the track in 2022. Several of my modifications I have lost some of my notes about. Prior to...

During our third race this weekend at COTA I had the misfortune of someone spinning right in front of me. The result - significant damage to the nose...

May not be the right section of the forum to post (sorry, Steve!) - Anybody have a set of the current spec Hoosier rain tires they are interested in...

For any of you hankering to get on the track one last time this year, the Atlanta Region ARRC is your place. We have a nice small bore open wheel...

Congratulations on an 8th place finish to our host, Stevan Davis!

Andrew Whitson finished in 1st with Brian Farnham right behind about one tenth...

Was just looking over the rules proposals for NEXT YEAR and thought I would post the ones that apply to FV .. at least for the moment (August,...

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Gerard Owen Callaghan’s visor was foggy but his Problem Child Vee found Victory Lane at Palmer (Dave Rodman Photo)

LOUDON,...

Suggest everyone check my post on parts
Dietmar
Quixote Racing

formula vee 1.jpg Im selling my 1970 RCA formula vee
had it in storage for 30 years and it is complete and ready for a good restoration
the drive on...

For 2021 the VRG VeeRG series (yeah I know) is planning to do 3 races in conjunction with the Vintage Racers Group VRG
The first race will be May...

Hello and Welcome to the 2021 Formula Vee - Provisional Entry Lists Spreadsheet.

The purpose of this spreadsheet and the accompanying form is to...

OK, fans.. seems that Hoosier has DECLARED that the new FVS tire is ONLY GOOD FOR TWO RACES!! The latest scoop - as sent to registrants for the 2021...

Well, friends.. it goes on... FV will be SIXTY years old in 2023 (at least SCCA wise). Discussions are in the EARLY stages at this point, started by...

Happy Holidays to everyone. We are wishing you a safe and healthy 2021.

2021 racing season is just around the corner and 4MULA Vee Enginuity has...

Hello all, I have a caracal c that has hairline cracking on frame rails near trans mounting area, any info on if this is normal and any possible...

December 6 @ 12 Pac time on CBS Sports Network ( for those that can get it) the 2020 FV race will be broadcast.
For those that did not already see...

It is with great sadness that I report the passing of Jim Averett on Nov 6, 2020. Past FV, SRF and FC racer as well as a fine steward for SCCA. Jim...

Steve

So how was this years Runoff event for you? Was the track bad for the race compared to how it was for Qual? Would you say this was out of...

This article is about the NEFV group that has had such great success in getting new members into FV. It's about Paul Faford and the founding efforts...

Have not been on in a long time, and was surprised to not see notice of this.
One of the truly great men from a truly great racing family has been...

Trip is cancelled so back in business.
Just a heads up...
Quixote Racing will no longer be closed April 7 through April 15

Dietmar

New to this group and years ago I heard some used ATF as trans oil. Any truth and what weight is used?

To those that celebrate these things. Wishing the best for everyone this holiday season and throughout the coming year.

Steve

First, I would like to congratulate all the 2019 participants of the 2019 Runoffs @VIR. The FV race was exciting as always. Great job by all of the...

I'm looking for plug recommendations for a 1964 FV Vintage 1200

It has autolite 414 in the engine now and I'm looking to use a Bosh or Ngk plug and...

I am curious how many of the cars where running disk brakes?

Hey guys. Although I've been racing FV for over FORTY YEARS, I've never before used a clutch master/slave setup.. always used a CABLE. Now I have a...

CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND IS HERE!

Who will win?

With only a 3 point spread from 1st to 3rd and a 15 point drop back to fourth the top 5 will be...

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...

The NEFV Championship Series (sponsored by: Vee Sport Racing, Autowerks Engines, Advantage Motorsports, Quixote Racing, Revolution Motorsports,...

Quixote Racing will be closed from Aug 2 to August 14.

Please plan ahead.

Dietmar