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I was wondering what effects would tilting up your sunroof have on the down force, so I did a quick estimation: Area of attack .5 m^2 Drag coefficient of .35 Air density of 1.2 Assume the sunroof tilts up 20 degrees @ 80 km/h you should get an extra 50 Newtons of downforce @ 100 km/h you...
A friend of mine is looking for a simple piece of carbon fibre that he can cut and drill himself to make himself a switch panel. Where can he find such supplier?
Can any one talk about the difference between Hollow swaybar and non-hollow swaybar? THX Momo-Dean
In the latest chapter of my winter beater hunting quest, I came across a DC2 Integra that seems to look very good on paper (don't they always?), except for one thing that had me a little alarmed -- the current owner has replaced the clutch, and had the pressure plate machined / re-surfaced while...
I've started into a new (lighter, smaller, better, smarter, accurater) chassis for the Lethal Locost. I've been reading up on anti squat. Interesting stuff. The drag guys all seem to want about 100% anti-squat. When the Caterham CSR was being developed, the goal was about 20% anti-squat....
Do those Hondata gasket really make a difference or are they just a gimmick?
This thread is meant to give some guidance to those trying to classify their car for the VCMC and NCT series, as well as key events like the KSC and ongoing Solo2 competitions in the lower mainland. Feel free to post questions below and the experienced club members will try to assist you in...
http://www.racecar-engineering.com/articles/f1/495544/digital-reality-f1-simulators-revealed.html Racecar engineering rules.
Saw this on autoblog, interesting idea: http://www.autoblog.com/2010/08/12/cambertire-could-increase-mpgs-improve-handling/ CamberTire on Jay Leno's Garage: http://www.nbc.com/?vty=fromWidget_Video&dst=nbc%7Cwidget%7CNBC+Video&__source=nbc%7Cwidget%7CNBC+Video Rich
A lot of you have talked about Maxqdata for GPS data logging. However, only a few, if not none of you talked about PerformanceBox. Reason I want Performacnebox is the real time lap/sector time display feature. None in Maxqdata lineup feature such onboard display. I know Quantum Dot ($499) can take...
I attended 23 June, 2010 Pacific Raceway track day lapping event hosted by Alfa Club. I have been to this track a couple of times before. I was assigned to run in the intermediate group. However, a little too much ego and overheated brakes almost took me and my car out in turn 2. ...
Uncle Joe talked about the suspension frequency tonight and I am interested in looking for more info on that, im just wondering if we can calculate the frequency with this calculator? :) http://farnorthracing.com/autocross_secrets16.html
Mark Sawatsky of Winnipeg (and Art Schoeder) is trying to bring F125, FJA and FJB classes to Canada. BTW, they were running Mark's silver Boxster in AS at Lincoln for those of you who went and probably met them there. Others have expressed interest and it appears that a number of people have...
Just a heads up on Micro Temp digital infrared thermometers. (No affiliation) http://www.microtempusa.com/ They have a nice range of digital infrared thermometers. Why is it worth mentioning? They offer free shipping to Canada and can ship USPS (Make sure to specify USPS in the notes),...
I've been going back and forth on my wheel+tires selection as my stock tires are finally wearing down, and I could use a little help from other local NC experts: John + Jack: I didn't have a chance to ask you in person yesterday, so I have to do this here now. Would you mind confirming what...
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1429/4724006198_14067093e6_b_d.jpg I saw this pic & noticed that while turning, my car has positive camber at the rear. From my understanding front wheel has more grip than rear wheel, so less understeer. But will more total grip = faster in a corner ? or just...
It looks like the Father of Street Mod Dennis Grant is doing a brain-dump on the web: http://farnorthracing.com/autocross_secrets.html You can also search the VCMC forums for "dennis grant" for a ton of great content as well.
Apparently, I need to get my hands on two 1/2 x 20 Nyloc nuts in a hurry. These will be used for a set of stiffer motor mounts on my NC Miata. Would someone please point me to the right place? -Lik
Where can I buy Rotella T6 in the lower mainland? I found couple of place that sell Rotella T but not the T6.
I was getting some rattling/clinking from the rear on uneven pavement at low speed or in tight turns when autocrossing. With the car on jack stand and the wheels on, I found I could rattle the rear springs. (1-2mm gap) So I guess the rattling clunking I have been getting is coming from there. ...
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