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Last post by 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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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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Beach 5C Number 36

Last post by ir3an « April 9th, 2024, 3:22 pm
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by ir3an » April 2nd, 2024, 4:20 pm

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I posted in a thread that was started back in 2016 asking if this is a Beach V. I was amazed to see it because I purchased this car back in the early...

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Just a follow-up. I tried contacting three individuals involved in the initial thread, Is this a Beach Formula V but unfortunately no responses. This...

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April 9th, 2024, 3:22 pm
Is this a Beach Forumla V ?

Last post by ir3an « April 2nd, 2024, 4:12 pm
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by Stinsonsr9b » June 13th, 2016, 11:17 pm

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Hello,

My brother and I just acquired a Forumla V race car. Attached is a photo. The data plate on the car is the following,

Competition Comp Inc,...

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This is the car back in 1990. I sent the following to the Beach Car Collector:

I purchased a basket case back in 1974 - 1975-time frame. I had it...

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April 2nd, 2024, 4:12 pm
Has anyone ever heard of a Venus kit?

Last post by FV80 « October 3rd, 2023, 8:26 pm
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by Buzachaka » October 3rd, 2023, 1:06 am

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I just bought a clapped out formula vee that is tantalizingly complete, but I have no history. It came with a mold for fresh nose cones and a pile of...

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PM sent ..
Steve, FV80

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October 3rd, 2023, 8:26 pm
New Formcar Formula Vee Facebook Group!

Last post by CouchingTiger « August 23rd, 2023, 6:58 pm

by CouchingTiger » August 23rd, 2023, 6:58 pm

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

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August 23rd, 2023, 6:58 pm
Bandido-sold

Last post by slowstepper « November 10th, 2022, 4:27 pm
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by Dietmar » September 8th, 2022, 12:19 pm

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SOLD Have edited the ad after viewing the car yesterday. Anyone out there own or know of someone who owns a Bandido? Or is interested in restoring...

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sent you email

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Last post by slowstepper
November 10th, 2022, 4:27 pm
Bobsy Formula Vee Registry

Last post by David Fillman « August 30th, 2019, 12:27 pm

by David Fillman » August 30th, 2019, 12:27 pm

I started a registry for Bobsy Formula Vees earlier this year. Please contact me if you have something to add.

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Last post by David Fillman
August 30th, 2019, 12:27 pm
history lesson

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by 72jeff » April 28th, 2008, 10:20 pm

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Does anyone know exactly what car was the first to show up with zero-roll? And, leading arms?
Just curious.....................I'm looking for the...

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I know its been 10 years plus here but I have a few of Jeff Carlins cars I am restoring. one is a Beach 5c the other a 5b-which I believe is...

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Last post by ArgoTech
August 5th, 2019, 10:14 am
Vintage Vee trans for Road America

Last post by pacratt « February 1st, 2019, 3:29 pm
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by satterley_sr » August 20th, 2018, 7:10 pm

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Long box or short box? I used to use a short box in a modern vee but what about vintage vee?

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Dave,
In VSCDA (and most vintage Vee) we must run 24 dia. rear tires (equivalent to a tall tire)...so we always run a short box, regardless of the...

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Last post by pacratt
February 1st, 2019, 3:29 pm
Lynx B Rear Tail

Last post by pacratt « February 1st, 2019, 3:24 pm
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by satterley_sr » July 30th, 2018, 4:38 pm

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Tried running the turtle top on our vintage Lynx B but it ran way hot. Looking for and old style rear. Fred Clarke won't have one for a few months...

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Dave,
Currently, Fred Clark is the only source for the true vintage Lynx-B tail.

Clark Racing / Caracal Cars, Inc.
7938 Jolliet Drive...

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Last post by pacratt
February 1st, 2019, 3:24 pm
1966 Autodynamics FB

Last post by BLS « July 4th, 2018, 7:25 pm
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by Super Dave » July 3rd, 2018, 10:21 am

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I have picked up a 1966 Autodynamics Formula B and I would like to know where to look for a frame number. I will try to post pictures of the car as I...

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Interesting link Steve...

I always wondered why Zink never built a FB, then looked at the southeast, 1972 and there is Harry Ingle listed in a Zink...

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Last post by BLS
July 4th, 2018, 7:25 pm
1964 Autodynamics MK 1 Restoration

Last post by jpetillo « January 20th, 2018, 5:59 pm

by jpetillo » January 20th, 2018, 5:59 pm

We are restoring a 1964 Autodynamics Mk1. We have he enclosed rear tail section - you know, the one that catches the most air! We don't have the...

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January 20th, 2018, 5:59 pm
Lynx

Last post by Dietmar « November 13th, 2017, 7:10 pm
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by Dietmar » October 31st, 2017, 11:03 am

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Also listed under: Vehicles
Posted for a customer who changed his mind on a restoration

Having had no inquiries on the total package, I have...

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E-mail sent
Dietmar

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November 13th, 2017, 7:10 pm
What kind of Formula Vee do I have??

Last post by beautifulsurf « June 9th, 2017, 9:25 am
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by beautifulsurf » June 6th, 2017, 9:03 am

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This little car followed me home last week. I was told that the former driver/owner brought it out from California and raced it at Riverside. Any...

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I bought this car on a whim, I just like old cars including race cars. I'll most likely just tinker with it some and probably sell it.

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Last post by beautifulsurf
June 9th, 2017, 9:25 am
Looking for a Autodynamics D-3

Last post by tomd3 « December 15th, 2016, 2:57 pm
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by atvee » August 5th, 2016, 4:15 pm

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Hi,

I'm looking for a Autodynamics D-3.

Cheers,
Bernhard

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In reply to your question. I have a 1966 Autodynamics D-3. It is powered by a Porsche Super 90 1600, has a Porsche 741 transaxle, Porsche A drum...

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Last post by tomd3
December 15th, 2016, 2:57 pm
Help Identify My Vintage FV

Last post by NewFVGuy « July 29th, 2016, 2:13 pm
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by NewFVGuy » July 29th, 2016, 2:09 pm

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Greetings,

I am extremely new to FV's and recently purchased the car in question. I am wondering if anyone has an idea of the make and history of my...

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Steering and front end.

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Last post by NewFVGuy
July 29th, 2016, 2:13 pm
Another vee that needs identified

Last post by Etaylor652 « July 26th, 2016, 1:16 am
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by Etaylor652 » July 21st, 2016, 8:33 pm

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hi guys. I'm new to this forum and formula vee. I have recently picked up a vee project that has been in storage for 7+ years. The car did not come...

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hey guys, thanks for the replies. I traded a coworker for the car sight unseen and picked up the car in greenfield tn. It had been sitting in the...

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Last post by Etaylor652
July 26th, 2016, 1:16 am
Help identifying this Vee

Last post by BLS « July 21st, 2016, 10:08 pm
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by 2300hickory » June 17th, 2016, 12:44 pm

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Can anyone help me identify this vee?

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I don't recognize the bodywork. If no one else does, get the body of and post a few picks of the chassis.

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Last post by BLS
July 21st, 2016, 10:08 pm
Zink C4 restoration-the long term project

Last post by gcurl « July 18th, 2016, 2:40 pm
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by gcurl » February 7th, 2011, 10:44 pm

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Hello all,
My name is George and I recently acquired a Zink C4 that I intend to prepare for vintage FV racing. I'm currently in what the DoD calls an...

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Thank you. I'm very happy with how the paint came out and how much fun the car is to drive.

Steve,
The tires one the car are the one's I'm autoxing...

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Last post by gcurl
July 18th, 2016, 2:40 pm
Help me identify this vee

Last post by BLS « May 25th, 2016, 9:33 pm
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by JasonMiller » April 6th, 2016, 4:22 pm

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OK firstly, I am new here, my name is Jason and I am addicted to cars....

I just picked up this basket case Formula Vee, from what I can gather its...

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maybe the rear end (with the yellow shocks) were never on this car to begin with...

That would be my guess. The shocks are mounted to the original...

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Last post by BLS
May 25th, 2016, 9:33 pm
1600 case , Oil cooler, shroud ?/

Last post by jphoenix « April 9th, 2016, 11:04 pm
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by mybeach » April 7th, 2016, 9:04 am

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Hi Folks,
I've been inactive for a while. I have a 1964 Beach Mk5 Vintage FV.

We are in the process of an engine rebuild, my old 1200 case was...

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Thanks Dietmar, that helps.

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Last post by jphoenix
April 9th, 2016, 11:04 pm
Myster Vee from 1967? with LOSMITH#67003 LOL, KY on Chassis

Last post by ajaxsenior « March 15th, 2016, 12:47 pm
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by jason29307 » March 12th, 2016, 2:54 am

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Hi there,
I was wondering if you guys could help me identify this Vee car. These are some pictures of it and the guy in the photo, to me looks like...

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Jason,
Maybe for vintage vee racing you could make this old girl work, but she sure looks like it was an early and weak design that would be flexible...

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March 15th, 2016, 12:47 pm
newbie - where do I go - what do I do

Last post by ajaxsenior « December 10th, 2015, 12:19 pm
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by bocoer » December 3rd, 2015, 7:08 pm

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I am considering getting in to Vintage Vee racing.

My interest in FV is :
* I want restore ( or maintain ) a FV ( vintage one )
* I'd like to race...

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Bocer,
In the NE area, a very good vintage group to belong to and who hold events in the NE area, that included FV. The VRG is found at...

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December 10th, 2015, 12:19 pm
Looking for offset bushings

Last post by Dietmar « December 8th, 2015, 5:04 pm
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by Christer » December 8th, 2015, 12:20 pm

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I am looking for offset bushings (to get decent camber) for my Formula Vee front end. I know that Jim at SR previously used to manufacture and sell...

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Christer:

In stock and I do ship to Sweden.

Contact me at: www.quixoteracing.com

Dietmar

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Last post by Dietmar
December 8th, 2015, 5:04 pm
Historic Zeitler FV For Sale

Last post by RickyBobby « November 22nd, 2015, 2:57 pm

by RickyBobby » November 22nd, 2015, 2:57 pm

Own a significant and rare piece of Formula Vee history. For sale is my 1969 Zeitler Formula Vee that has just undergone a complete and totally...

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November 22nd, 2015, 2:57 pm
2016 SCHEDULE - VSCDA

Last post by pacratt « November 19th, 2015, 3:57 pm

by pacratt » November 19th, 2015, 3:57 pm

April 28-May 1
Spring Brake Drivers' School & Races
Gingerman Raceway, South Haven, Michigan

June 17-19
Blackhawk Classic
Blackhawk Farms...

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Last post by pacratt
November 19th, 2015, 3:57 pm
Monoposto rules changes

Last post by Rickydel « September 23rd, 2015, 1:03 pm
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by Rickydel » March 23rd, 2014, 7:25 pm

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As of this month, March 2014, Monoposto has posted revised vintage FV rules.
The most significant change being the change of the car design cutoff...

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Just an observation regarding the rule changes implemented before last season.

In our club, VSCDA, we have seen no newer FV's in our grids.
All...

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Last post by Rickydel
September 23rd, 2015, 1:03 pm
Zink C4 formula vee! Logbooked. $6000.00 OBO

Last post by Yagermiester « June 18th, 2015, 11:48 pm

by Yagermiester » June 18th, 2015, 11:48 pm

Hi my name is kaleb. I have a scale log booked zink C4 vee for sale. I'm asking $6000.00 comes with 3 sets of rims(one set of roll around tires but...

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June 18th, 2015, 11:48 pm
Kellison Vintage Formula Vee

Last post by kps « December 18th, 2014, 10:49 am

by kps » December 18th, 2014, 10:49 am

Vintage Kellison Formula Vee. Race ready. One of only a few remaining. Original 1971 SCCA Log Book with picture. Car precedes log book issue date and...

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Last post by kps
December 18th, 2014, 10:49 am
Zeitler Trailing Arms

Last post by RickyBobby « April 30th, 2014, 10:29 am

by RickyBobby » April 30th, 2014, 10:29 am

I am restoring a 1969 Zeitler FV and found the original trailing arms to have multiple cracks. My local fabricator (a certified NHRA...

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April 30th, 2014, 10:29 am
Looking for Bob Shedd

Last post by csingletary01 « January 17th, 2014, 10:38 am
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by csingletary01 » January 10th, 2014, 10:16 am

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Does anyone know the best way to contact Bob about some vintage parts?

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I talked to Bob

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January 17th, 2014, 10:38 am
Autodynamics D13

Last post by ajax « July 17th, 2013, 10:22 am
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by axel_c » July 3rd, 2013, 5:10 pm

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Hi Guys,
I have a few questions and think you can help me.
First, I am the only owner of a D13 on the european continent and therefore can't ask...

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Axel,
You can PM me your email address and I will forward pictures, etc from my ownership period.

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Last post by ajax
July 17th, 2013, 10:22 am
Vee Line missing copies

Last post by Bob Posner « June 26th, 2013, 1:24 pm
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by ffstorer » June 26th, 2013, 9:30 am

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Steve Davis has posted 98 of the 100 copies of Vee Line on . We are missing issues 91 and 92 from 1972. Can you help?
Alternatively, I was told that...

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Cornish lives in Reno and still has Petunia. Ron Chuck has his number.

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Last post by Bob Posner
June 26th, 2013, 1:24 pm
Vintage Vee Accident @ Blackhawk

Last post by NotMoss « June 17th, 2013, 5:41 pm
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by MarkP-2 » June 17th, 2013, 11:35 am

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I heard from a friend that a Vintage Vee driver was killed at BlackHawk this past weekend? Any news to what
actually occurred ?

Thanks!

Mark

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I can add that the Coroner's report apparently shows the cause of death as blunt trauma .
I was at the scene very shortly after the incident and can...

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Last post by NotMoss
June 17th, 2013, 5:41 pm
looking for formcar

Last post by brian « June 1st, 2013, 1:31 pm
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by rcarmody » May 20th, 2013, 1:52 pm

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I am looking for a formcar anyone have one or know where I can find one?

Ray Carmody

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I believe there's a formcar on the west coast for sale. Gordie Spellman has one, here's a link to the west coast forum

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Last post by brian
June 1st, 2013, 1:31 pm
Zarzycki,Kopen,Cruise

Last post by satterley_sr « May 7th, 2013, 9:48 am
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by satterley_sr » May 5th, 2013, 2:49 pm

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Hi,

I'm trying to determine the pedigree of the Lynx B I'm selling. Anyone know or have contact with any of these pevious owners? Chris Zarzycki Had...

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Thanks Jim, found out from Chris that the car was built from a Lynx kit in 1976.

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May 7th, 2013, 9:48 am
Veeline and Handbook at 50th

Last post by jgerber « April 2nd, 2013, 3:32 pm

by jgerber » April 2nd, 2013, 3:32 pm

I have a '72 copy of Schultheis's Handbook and a complete (I think) set of Veelines, '64 to '72, that I will bring with me to the 50th at Roebling....

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Last post by jgerber
April 2nd, 2013, 3:32 pm
D-13 Vintage?

Last post by Veefan « March 30th, 2013, 10:19 am
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by Veefan » March 24th, 2012, 1:18 pm

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Hi,

I'm selling my D-13 and I've received a few questions about vintage racing it. I have no real history on the car, I only have the log book that...

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I sold the car long ago, but it would have also qualified for racing with VARA

similar car

2010 annual from VARA

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Last post by Veefan
March 30th, 2013, 10:19 am
Driver Coaching Available

Last post by Speedsport « March 21st, 2013, 2:52 pm

by Speedsport » March 21st, 2013, 2:52 pm

Hello -

I wanted to post to the vintage community that I am available for driving coaching at select events. For those that are interested I can be...

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Last post by Speedsport
March 21st, 2013, 2:52 pm
Formula Vee 50th registration now open

Last post by 1969zeitler « March 1st, 2013, 3:49 pm
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by aqualls » March 1st, 2013, 2:07 pm

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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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Do you still register if you are not bringing a car or do you just pay at the gate?

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Last post by 1969zeitler
March 1st, 2013, 3:49 pm
Jiben Vintage Vee

Last post by Rickydel « February 18th, 2013, 10:30 am
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by Rtill » February 17th, 2013, 12:24 pm

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In the 73-74 season I campaigned a Vee called a Jiben in the northeast division. I last saw the car in 83, but I know it wasn't run after 80-81. At...

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Ralph,

If you can post a picture or two, it might jog some memories.
:)

Ricky del

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Last post by Rickydel
February 18th, 2013, 10:30 am
Lynx B rear suspension pics

Last post by FV80 « January 18th, 2013, 11:36 pm
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by TigerBob » January 17th, 2013, 2:24 pm

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Does anyone have some pics of a Lynx B rear suspension. Not sure my z-bar is mounted where it should be. bobdixon at frii dot com

Thanks,
Bob

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Bob,
I'm far from an expert on Lynx, but I'm going to guess that the ENTIRE FRAME has been replaced. All that steel looks too good to be '73 vintage....

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January 18th, 2013, 11:36 pm
Autodynamics Body Work

Last post by csingletary01 « January 10th, 2013, 10:07 am
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by csingletary01 » January 3rd, 2013, 9:28 am

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I have a 1965 Autodynamics Mark IIB that we vintage race. The body work is showing its age. Does anyone have and molds or spare body pieces available...

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Thanks for the info Roger and Bob. Roger you might be right a Lynx nose may be the ultimate speed tip

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Last post by csingletary01
January 10th, 2013, 10:07 am
FV 50th details and supps are available

Last post by aqualls « January 3rd, 2013, 3:15 pm

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

Hi all,

Please visit

Best,
Anna Qualls

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Last post by aqualls
January 3rd, 2013, 3:15 pm
Lynx B hammerhead nose

Last post by Rickydel « January 3rd, 2013, 9:13 am
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by TigerBob » December 17th, 2012, 12:55 pm

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Does anyone know when the hammerhead nose started replacing the narrow nose on Lynx B's?

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TigerBob,

The first photo is of a hammerhead nose, probably a lot like yours.
The next two are of the same nose with the wings chopped off. The new...

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Last post by Rickydel
January 3rd, 2013, 9:13 am
50th Information

Last post by FV80 « December 28th, 2012, 8:17 pm
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by csingletary01 » December 28th, 2012, 9:25 am

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I am planning on attending the 50th celebration. Is there any information out yet as to the format, run groups etc.?

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Chuck,
Use the SEARCH function at the top right - search for *50th* (without the quotes) ... or
Contact: Fred Clark, clarkfv@bellsouth.net, or...

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Last post by FV80
December 28th, 2012, 8:17 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
Wheels Available

Last post by NotMoss « August 12th, 2012, 1:26 am

by NotMoss » August 12th, 2012, 1:26 am

I have an excess of wheels. All are slotted and some have the OEM VW mark on them. All will need repainting, but do not show serious (if any) rust....

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Last post by NotMoss
August 12th, 2012, 1:26 am
suspension parts for lynx B vintage conversion

Last post by cny137 « July 24th, 2012, 10:05 pm
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by cny137 » July 14th, 2012, 10:55 am

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looking for suspension parts for a vintage conversion on a lynxB
shocks and springs, z-bar hardware

any info would be appreciated

steve k

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No doubt!...I've talked to mr clark and hes a wealth of knowledge....has all the parts...and a great guy!

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Last post by cny137
July 24th, 2012, 10:05 pm
For Sale: Sticker Hoosier Vintage Tires

Last post by smsazzy « June 4th, 2012, 12:37 pm
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by smsazzy » May 23rd, 2012, 2:48 pm

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Got these to test as a possible spec tire in January/February of this year (2012). Never mounted them as the spec tire program has stalled. Make me...

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SOLD!!!

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Last post by smsazzy
June 4th, 2012, 12:37 pm
30 Vees pre-registered

Last post by Rickydel « May 2nd, 2012, 11:16 am

by Rickydel » May 2nd, 2012, 11:16 am

At VSCDA's Spring Brake Weekend, taking place at Gingerman Raceway May 3-6, we have 11 vee drivers in the Friday drivers' school and 30 vees...

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May 2nd, 2012, 11:16 am

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