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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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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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mixing body panels

Last post by rstackjd « October 19th, 2008, 11:22 pm
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by rstackjd » October 19th, 2008, 10:17 pm

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This is probably a wierd question, but I'm wondering if there are any rules related to mixing a body/chassis combinations? In otherwords, do I need...

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Thanks - just didn't want to go to the bother of doing that only to run into a problem.

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Last post by rstackjd
October 19th, 2008, 11:22 pm
Complete newb

Last post by stinkygod « October 19th, 2008, 3:15 pm
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by Jeffzilla » October 3rd, 2008, 5:35 am

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Hey guys I'm completely new to the formula vee world. I am interested to getting involved except I don't know how to build a vee. Does anyone know if...

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I have a vested interest in that i'm selling a vee right now (Adams Aero), but most importantly, you really need to come down to willows CA this...

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Last post by stinkygod
October 19th, 2008, 3:15 pm
Not Wanted: ATL FC140 fuel cell or equiv.

Last post by GT6 « August 25th, 2008, 3:52 pm
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by GT6 » July 28th, 2008, 4:34 pm

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I'm looking for an ATL FC 140 or very similarly sized fuel cell in good condition.

Thank you! Anthony Parker e-mail: Solarant@hotmail.com

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Got one, Thank you.

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Last post by GT6
August 25th, 2008, 3:52 pm
FV Driving Technique Books

Last post by Rave Motorsports « August 18th, 2008, 7:32 pm
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by rstackjd » July 25th, 2008, 9:05 am

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Since I've got a while to go before I can get to a drivers school, I figure I can start reading stuff anyway.

I know there are any number of road...

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If you can this year or next I highly recommend the Faasst driving school. Just finished it a Mid-America Motorplex in Omaha by the end of the day...

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Last post by Rave Motorsports
August 18th, 2008, 7:32 pm
Trans Shift Forks

Last post by John Deonarine « August 14th, 2008, 3:32 pm
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by John Deonarine » August 14th, 2008, 8:52 am

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Changed gearboxes, now the gear lever will not engage reverse. Where should the shift forks be positioned to engage 1st gear? That way the lever can...

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Thanks for the help.

John

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Last post by John Deonarine
August 14th, 2008, 3:32 pm
Newbie Q - Regional vrs. National Engine

Last post by rstackjd « July 26th, 2008, 1:03 am
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by rstackjd » July 25th, 2008, 9:38 am

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I read posts and ads that refer to Regional and National motors.

What is the difference between a regional motor and a national one? Are there...

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and money.

that's kinda what I figured, just wanted to double check

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Last post by rstackjd
July 26th, 2008, 1:03 am
gauges working properly

Last post by SR Racing « July 20th, 2008, 11:10 pm
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by shirleymac » July 13th, 2008, 11:01 pm

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What is the best way to check that the oil temp and oil pressure gauges are working correctly?

I have VDO gauges and the oil temp does not move off...

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Yes, we have the correct sender for you..

Jim
SR
859-252-2496

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Last post by SR Racing
July 20th, 2008, 11:10 pm
28 PCI Accelerator Pump Tube

Last post by Keith Lawrence « June 24th, 2008, 8:14 pm
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by Keith Lawrence » June 23rd, 2008, 6:17 pm

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Newbie question...

Do people run the little u-shaped tube in the carb for the accel pump?

A VW guy looked at my engine and asked why it was...

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Excellent - finally something going my way.... may be a trend, but hate to jinx myself.

It seems to run fine, but have not had a chance yet to get...

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Last post by Keith Lawrence
June 24th, 2008, 8:14 pm
Trailer Question?

Last post by miata88 « June 5th, 2008, 9:50 pm
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by miata88 » June 4th, 2008, 3:27 pm

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What size enclosed trailer will a FV fit into?

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Thanks everyone for you input and suggestions.
I currently have a 28' Featherlite to carry a couple of Miatas.
My son races a kart right now and the...

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Last post by miata88
June 5th, 2008, 9:50 pm
Rear shock and spring help.

Last post by butchdeer « June 4th, 2008, 10:55 am
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by Edward Schubert » June 2nd, 2008, 9:03 am

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I have a 1984 Zink/Citation with a zero row rear. The orginal shock is 13 eye to eye. The spring is 12 (it takes a gorilla to compress). I have no...

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If you do not know the motion ratio you can post a picture of the Zero Roll kit. I may know what you need if it is one of the roughfly 200 kits we...

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Last post by butchdeer
June 4th, 2008, 10:55 am
rear shock setting

Last post by f clark « May 20th, 2008, 11:19 am
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by craigs » May 9th, 2008, 10:42 pm

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Where should I set the knob at for my rear Penske shock? I don't have the talent or time in FV to set it where I am fastest - too inconsistent and...

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Craig,
I forgot to mention to you about the gas (nitrigon) in your shock, I use 225 lbs. in mine, others vary the pressure from 150 to 250. Gas...

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Last post by f clark
May 20th, 2008, 11:19 am
Beach Vees in northern Virginia

Last post by ajax « May 20th, 2008, 9:06 am
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by RandyL » May 19th, 2008, 10:29 pm

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Are there any Beach owners in the northern Virginia area that may share their thoughts on ther restoration of a 1964 Mark 5?

Randy

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We run against one (not sure what model) in CVAR (plently quick too) It was restored and is maintained by Bigger Hammer Racing in Cedar Hill, TX. The...

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Last post by ajax
May 20th, 2008, 9:06 am
Canopy

Last post by Mr. Frog « May 16th, 2008, 2:20 pm
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by Captain » May 8th, 2008, 7:15 am

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I know this has been discussed, but can't find the thread.

Looking to buy an e-z up style canopy. I see several in the 100-200 range that look like...

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For anyone, an FYI,

The Home Depot in Flemington has 10 EZUp-style canopies made by Quik Shade on clearance for $49.99 (reg $99.99). I don't know...

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Last post by Mr. Frog
May 16th, 2008, 2:20 pm
Engine Tins - Deflector plate needed

Last post by Keith Lawrence « April 30th, 2008, 10:25 pm
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by Keith Lawrence » April 30th, 2008, 9:50 pm

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I have a spare engine that I would like to use in my next vintage event in mid-May (with fan and piston shrouds), but it was assembled before the...

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Dietmar,

Thanks - I think I will cut up an old, crusty pair of these tins that O have and wire tie them in place until I have time to remove the...

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Last post by Keith Lawrence
April 30th, 2008, 10:25 pm
Transponder Location?

Last post by SR Racing « April 26th, 2008, 1:37 pm
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by gkrupa » April 25th, 2008, 5:08 pm

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What should the location of the transponder be? Is one location better then the other?
What is better the hard wire or the rechargeable type? Thanks...

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What should the location of the transponder be? Is one location better then the other?
What is better the hard wire or the rechargeable type? Thanks...

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Last post by SR Racing
April 26th, 2008, 1:37 pm
Carb Question

Last post by brian « April 21st, 2008, 12:55 pm
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by Bbsgarage » April 21st, 2008, 8:20 am

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I know I have read about this here in the past but can not find it.

which direction should the carb be mounted? float bowl towards the front or...

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One the 1200 we run to bowl forward to avoid fuel sloshing under heavy braking. Take a look at your carb and see if there is a float chamber breather...

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Last post by brian
April 21st, 2008, 12:55 pm
Noobie Qusetions II

Last post by brian « April 19th, 2008, 1:47 pm
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by moniker » April 19th, 2008, 12:57 am

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More noob questions here.

What does a VW engine weigh?

What does the complete VW trannie (swing arms and all) weigh?

What does the complete VW...

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All are about 200# give or take 25#.

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Last post by brian
April 19th, 2008, 1:47 pm
Noobie questions

Last post by moniker « April 19th, 2008, 12:28 am
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by moniker » April 17th, 2008, 9:54 pm

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Hi Guys,

I am a noobie here and want to say hi and ask a few questions. Hope that will not be a problem.

I own a couple Vees. Both are home brewed...

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Thanks for the replies guys.

Lynn, shortly you will have a PM.

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Last post by moniker
April 19th, 2008, 12:28 am
Forever Leaking trans

Last post by Captain « April 15th, 2008, 12:48 pm
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by Captain » April 10th, 2008, 12:42 pm

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Hi everyone,

For some reason my trans seems to always leak. At the CV (or would it be called a ball and socket?) boot the trans leaks. It has had...

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Thanks for the pics, and info, there is currently no breather! Looks like I have a little work to do.

To the top I ment to the top of that side fill...

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Last post by Captain
April 15th, 2008, 12:48 pm
Searching For Former Lynx B

Last post by sccafoolishrat « April 14th, 2008, 9:19 am

by sccafoolishrat » April 14th, 2008, 9:19 am

I just discovered this site and I see a lot of my current Vee buddies I raced with in my past play out here. Not sure why I have been so ignorant to...

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Last post by sccafoolishrat
April 14th, 2008, 9:19 am
Rent a car for school!!!

Last post by jpetillo « April 13th, 2008, 11:28 pm
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by Veefan » April 13th, 2008, 1:34 pm

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I just want to give a great tip and a plug to all the other Novice guys on the forum going to SCCA school. I just got back from the SCCA 2 day school...

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Agreed! I had Dick crewing for me at last year's drivers school at NHIS. It was just as you said, all I had to worry about was driving and going to...

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Last post by jpetillo
April 13th, 2008, 11:28 pm
Transmission rx

Last post by jmattox « April 8th, 2008, 3:01 pm
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by jmattox » April 7th, 2008, 8:20 pm

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Our transmission (and vee) took a hit from a spec racer ford and is pretty close to destroyed. One axle shaft and wheel was competely removed by the...

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Thanks
John

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Last post by jmattox
April 8th, 2008, 3:01 pm
Tire Compounds

Last post by brian « April 4th, 2008, 1:30 pm
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by G.B. » April 3rd, 2008, 9:04 pm

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I note that Hoosier produce FV tires in two compounds: R45B and R55A.

How many heat cycles should be expected from each type of compound?

Is there...

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We've used the 45's well into the 80's with no apparent problems. The 55's seem more durable but take a bit longer to warm up. We're getting well...

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Last post by brian
April 4th, 2008, 1:30 pm
How Much oil?

Last post by cendiv37 « March 21st, 2008, 1:19 am
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by Captain » March 17th, 2008, 8:51 pm

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While doing some pre-season work on the motor I got thinking...how much oil should I really be running? I have the sump exension, large aftermarket...

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Yeah, I know that guy. He once asked me to PAY for the oil I was thus borrowing from him.

Such nerve!

:lol:

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Last post by cendiv37
March 21st, 2008, 1:19 am
Front beam Spring Pack question

Last post by FV80 « March 13th, 2008, 12:01 pm
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by Keith Lawrence » March 12th, 2008, 6:44 pm

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OK - I'm in the process of putting my front suspension together after a crack test and cleaning and I have found that the turkey leg on the left side...

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Keith,
You shouldn't have to put it on the track to find out. It's all about holding the car at the right level and if it does that, then you should...

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Last post by FV80
March 13th, 2008, 12:01 pm
Front suspension crack testing?

Last post by FV80 « March 3rd, 2008, 9:06 pm
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by Keith Lawrence » January 19th, 2008, 2:45 pm

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I'm moving from a Austin Healey Bugeye to a FV for vintage racing and I always did a winter crack test on the BE spindles and all other front...

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Phone number for Mike Palermo?

thanks Terry
Last number I have for Mike is
(303) 838-9515 - the area code may have changed, but I'm sure he's in...

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Last post by FV80
March 3rd, 2008, 9:06 pm
Manifold Heat Sink

Last post by Veefan « March 1st, 2008, 12:57 pm
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by Veefan » February 27th, 2008, 9:10 pm

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What is the easiest way to remove the heat sink from a VW manifold?

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Thanks Dietmar!

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March 1st, 2008, 12:57 pm

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