ApexSpeed - FF: General Discussion

ApexSpeed - FF: General Discussion http://www.apexspeed.com/forums Open content and general conversation about national and club FF racing en Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:26:08 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg ApexSpeed - FF: General Discussion http://www.apexspeed.com/forums Driver search for 2011 http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41750&goto=newpost Tue, 07 Sep 2010 17:44:48 GMT Calling all Karters and Race Car Driver hopefuls Ottawa, ON: Mortimer Racing is pleased to... Calling all Karters and Race Car Driver hopefuls

Ottawa, ON: Mortimer Racing is pleased to announce a test day for drivers who wish to learn a Formula Ford 1600 or a Formula Mazda. Both rides will be available at Calabogie Motorsports Park near Ottawa, Ontario on October 9th with a rain date of October 10th. The ages for this instructional test day is 15 and up. Full training will be provided by experienced driver/trainers in each discipline. The cost of this one day test day is $1000.00 CDN. This includes one full hour of track time. Book early as seats are limited in order for those attending to get full value of seat time. For more information or to book a session, contact Mortimer Racing at 613-277-2203, or 613-822-2565. By email at nigel@mortimer-racing.com.

Mortimer Racing 3]http://www.mortimer-racing.com/
Mortimer Racing has been involved with Canadian auto sport since 1970 and is currently the largest Formula race team in Canada. Located in Ottawa Ontario we currently prepare and build Formula Ford racing cars. Mortimer Racing offers Formula Ford (F1600) and Formula Mazda arrive & drive rentals and customer owned race car services. Contact MR at ]nigel@mortimer-racing.com
613-277-2203, or 613-822-2565. ]]> FF: General Discussion David Hilton http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41750 Formula R Pro Series http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41726&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Sep 2010 01:48:47 GMT I have heard some rumblings about a Formula F Pro Series that would follow the F2000 Pro Series... I have heard some rumblings about a Formula F Pro Series that would follow the F2000 Pro Series series schedule.

The F2000 guys get tons of track time on their weekends, have a spec tire and limit 6 tires per weekend. Just watched them at Mid Ohio this weekend and the top 20 cars were no more than 2 seconds apart. Some great racing.

Has anyone heard more about the possible Formula F pro series? Any more details?

With the intro of the Fit engine a series like this makes a lot of sense.

Ralph Z :greenflag: ]]> FF: General Discussion Ralph Z http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41726 Mortimer Racing Announces... http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41698&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:05:57 GMT *Team Mortimer Racing* Ottawa, ON: Mortimer Racing is pleased to announce their expansion into... Team Mortimer Racing

Ottawa, ON: Mortimer Racing is pleased to announce their expansion into the social media network of Facebook. Mortimer Racing will be updating with current information as it becomes available. You can join this group by going to the Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com and search for Mortimer Racing. Feel free to join in the discussions and watch for driver specials and announcements.

Mortimer Racing http://www.mortimer-racing.com/

Mortimer Racing has been involved with Canadian auto sport since 1970 and is currently the largest Formula race team in Canada. Located in Ottawa Ontario we currently prepare and build Formula Ford racing cars. Mortimer Racing offers Formula Ford (F1600) and Formula Mazda arrive & drive rentals and customer owned race car services. Contact MR at nigel@mortimer-racing.com 613-277-2203, or 613-822-2565. ]]> FF: General Discussion David Hilton http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41698 Wter temp sender location http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41671&goto=newpost Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:50:53 GMT In the process of optimizing my cooling system, I am wondering about the optimum location for the... In the process of optimizing my cooling system, I am wondering about the optimum location for the water temperature sender in my FF1600 (98VD).

I have 4 obvious choices:

Cylinder head. My alu head has a 1/4 NPT threaded hole on the bottom of the front thermostat bowl. Seems this would measure cylinder head temp as much as coolant temp.

Water pump inlet. There is a threaded boss on top of the inlet pipe. Seems this would measure the incoming (cooled) coolant...not sure if that is what I want to know.

Side of block (what we often use as a drain). This would measure the coolant at the cylinder wall.

Inline just after the water leaves the cylinder head. In my case there is a metal pipe inserted between the hose that comes off the top of the head and the hose that goes into the first radiator and it has a threaded boss where I can put a sensor. This position seems best to me, it would measure coolant as it comes out of the engine and not pick up on an signficant engine heat.

Any opinions? (or other similar threads...I couldn't find any with a search).

Thanks

Tom Duncan ]]> FF: General Discussion Tom Duncan http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41671 Jets for High Plains Raceway http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41670&goto=newpost Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:02:02 GMT I'm going to drive Dan Helman's 72 Crossle this weekend and since we are at sea level here in Houston I'm guessing we need to change jets. Anyone have a fair rule of thumb for that altitude???

The last thing I want to do is burn the motor down this close to the runoffs. Yeah, we're going to try to stay on the lead lap, not win.

James Rogerson
re@houscca.com ]]> FF: General Discussion jwr914 http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41670 Goodyear front tire problems http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41619&goto=newpost Sun, 29 Aug 2010 02:48:10 GMT Does anyone know if Goodyear has fixed the front tire conture problem? --Jim Does anyone know if Goodyear has fixed the front tire conture problem? --Jim ]]> FF: General Discussion swiftdrivr http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41619 <![CDATA[FF's to get 4 piston aluminum calipers?]]> http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41598&goto=newpost Thu, 26 Aug 2010 21:37:57 GMT If I understand the latest SCCA Fastrack correctly, we might be able to use modern four pistion... If I understand the latest SCCA Fastrack correctly, we might be able to use modern four pistion alloy calipers next season.

Anyone found the perfect new calipers to replace the LD19's on a Swift DB-1? I was going to overhaul my DB-1's brakes this winter...might just put new stoppers on the the old girl. ]]> FF: General Discussion gtomlinson http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41598 Thread Size and Pitch of Fox Shocks http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41585&goto=newpost Wed, 25 Aug 2010 19:09:25 GMT Does anyone know what the thread size and pitch is for the Fox shocks commonly installed on DB1's?

Thanks

Joe ]]> FF: General Discussion Joefisherff http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41585 Should Carbon tubs run in FF and FC http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41576&goto=newpost Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:18:32 GMT I am repeating here my post in the FC section because FF and FC are joined at the hip regarding... I am repeating here my post in the FC section because FF and FC are joined at the hip regarding chassis construction. What applies in FC with regard to basic construction does and should apply to FF. I might be helpful if you have a reply to post in the FC section that way thread would be easier to follow.

With several new threads concerning rules revisions and new chassis ongoing, I think it important ultimately to focus on the overall chassis construction philosophy of both FF and FC. These classes here in the US have always been of steel tube, non-monocoque construction. FF's worldwide have been built this way. Certainly todays technology allows us to build our cars differently than when these classes were first formulated.

So....should carbon and/or composite tubs and or composite/steel tube hybrid tubs be allowed to run with our current cars in FC and FF?

SteveO ]]> FF: General Discussion SOseth http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41576 ball plug removal ??? http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41532&goto=newpost Sun, 22 Aug 2010 16:20:33 GMT what's the best way to remove the ball plug at the rear of the block for the rear cylinder head drain galley?? attached picture shows the problem.........

Art
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]]> FF: General Discussion Art Smith http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41532 Swift DB-1 rear upright upgrade; A how-to http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41527&goto=newpost Sun, 22 Aug 2010 01:03:13 GMT [I promised someone I'd post this. I hope they find it useful.---Jim

PS: I think all the [size = 3] is the computer telling me I talk too much. Anyway, it's not part of my post. I hope you can still read it.--Jim

Swift DB-1 rear upright upgrade; Original to Fast Forward

Order new bolts for uprights, nuts for bolts and for CV jts, CV grease, RTV black.[/SIZE]
With car on ground, break loose center hub bolt[/SIZE]
Put car on stands[/SIZE]
Remove tires, brake calipers and rotors. Can hang calipers from lower A-Arms with safety wire.[/SIZE]
Pull boot off outer CV joints. May need to pull pretty hard.[/SIZE]
Pull bottom bolts from upright.[/SIZE]
Pull top bolt from upright and slide upright off half shaft.[/SIZE]
[outer CV comes with upright, but is loose, and may fall out if outer hub bolt removed.][/SIZE]
Remove 6 bolts from inner CV joint.[/SIZE]
Remove half shaft and inner CV jt.[/SIZE]
Remove spacer plate from behind inner CV jt [Against Hewland.,] and clean.[/SIZE]
Remove circlips and then CV joint.[/SIZE]
Clean CV jts, Pack and reassemble. [Narrow / thin part of inner part aligns with wider / thicker part of outer ring. see pics][/SIZE]
Put CV joint boots on shafts. Be sure they face the correct way.[/SIZE]
Put CV jts on shaft. Champhered side of inner ring goes to shaft. Flange side of outer ring goes to shaft [May require a little persuasion with a hammer, using a socket as a drift.] [/SIZE]
Replace circlips.[/SIZE]
Apply black RTV to both sides of spacer and put back in position.[/SIZE]
[Apply thin layer of RTV to edges of CV jt outer face.[/SIZE]
Mount CV jt / half-shaft assembly by attaching inner CV to hewland.[/SIZE]
Hang half-shaft from rocker by strap or tape..[/SIZE]
Apply RTV to outer side of outer CV.[/SIZE]
Attach new uprights by lower bolts.[/SIZE]
Align and attach CV jt to upright.[/SIZE]
]RTV outer CV face and pull up CV boot.[/SIZE]
Blue locktite CV bolts going into upright hub.[/SIZE]
Remove strap, put on brakes / rotors / wheels.[/SIZE]
Re-align car.[/SIZE]

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]]> FF: General Discussion swiftdrivr http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41527 1500cc kent http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41503&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:49:58 GMT I came across a 1500cc kent engine and wondered if it has any value or use for FF or vintage or as... I came across a 1500cc kent engine and wondered if it has any value or use for FF or vintage or as a boat anchor? Thanks for any input. ]]> FF: General Discussion Nardi http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41503 RF88/RF85 Nuances http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41471&goto=newpost Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:59:38 GMT Can anyone out there give me the good/not so good for a Van Diemen RF88 versus an RF85? We are... Can anyone out there give me the good/not so good for a Van Diemen RF88 versus an RF85?

We are trying to narrow down our purchase and don't have experience with either one.

I have heard of some oversteering issues with the RF88 but don't know if it is true or if the person just didn't understand the set up involved.

Any experience with either one is appreciated. ]]> FF: General Discussion dfrazer http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41471 Swift DB1 O-Rings http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41465&goto=newpost Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:55:15 GMT Does anyone have the specifications for the clutch throwout O-rings on a DB1? While I've got mine apart I figured I should change them. Also the teflon backup seal. And any advice for putting them in, lubricating them, etc. as I am a newbie to this design.

Thanks

Joe ]]> FF: General Discussion Joefisherff http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41465 <![CDATA[clutch won't disengage]]> http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41394&goto=newpost Thu, 12 Aug 2010 19:00:10 GMT My clutch will not disengage.I am moving the clutch lever on the transmission enough to bend the... My clutch will not disengage.I am moving the clutch lever on the transmission enough to bend the lever.The car will not roll in gear.Any thoughts? ]]> FF: General Discussion R Schwegler http://www.apexspeed.com/forums/showthread.php?t=41394