SuperBuickGuy
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So Paul spent a good share of the day buffing and cutting on the 'vette, not done, no pictures of that... but I did paint the brackets
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SuperBuickGuy
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alrighty.... spoiler is on, looking good, and speaking of looking good, Trio is 1 year old today.
other side looks okay too
and the Optima spoiler
truth is I like the wing better..
looks like there's a lurker
other side looks okay too
and the Optima spoiler
truth is I like the wing better..
looks like there's a lurker
SuperBuickGuy
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Oh this week!. Got little done except a list of what I need to get done in 12 days.
and I've added to it since this picture... pray for me, it's going to be close
and I've added to it since this picture... pray for me, it's going to be close
SuperBuickGuy
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so the list got longer.... the filter media is completely gone from the top... ordered a new top so the list is back but it's fun surprises like this... also had a couple leaks (now just one) to fix...
this progressed quickly... brief explanation - the console cover moved because it wasn't fastened down in the front... not a huge deal except that I use the phone holder - and it moving was a problem
a new brace, a couple more screws in the side, a few threaded inserts and it's solid
back together
list is shorter
this progressed quickly... brief explanation - the console cover moved because it wasn't fastened down in the front... not a huge deal except that I use the phone holder - and it moving was a problem
a new brace, a couple more screws in the side, a few threaded inserts and it's solid
back together
list is shorter
SuperBuickGuy
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Just a couple things left to wrap up. but first...
brake bolts needed tightening and fresh thread lock (blue)
air ducts too
stupid horn relays... it's new, it's junk
tomorrow, hopefully, the air cleaner will come and I can do that along with verify the tune (make sure the TPS is right, that the IAC is working - remarkably, it has been, and fine tune the various a/f ratios along with timing).... then i goes into the trailer for a week.
despite the hate I received elsewhere for my not-stock car... I think it looks okay
brake bolts needed tightening and fresh thread lock (blue)
air ducts too
stupid horn relays... it's new, it's junk
tomorrow, hopefully, the air cleaner will come and I can do that along with verify the tune (make sure the TPS is right, that the IAC is working - remarkably, it has been, and fine tune the various a/f ratios along with timing).... then i goes into the trailer for a week.
despite the hate I received elsewhere for my not-stock car... I think it looks okay
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phantomjock
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Not Correctly Restored Stingray! NCRS
F-em!
The "bronze" look sharp.
Pics when all "stickered too, please!
Cheers - Jim
F-em!
The "bronze" look sharp.
Pics when all "stickered too, please!
Cheers - Jim
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SuperBuickGuy
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In other news, my Corvette is now an anchor.
why? for those not distracted by clear plastic? well, because we are supposed to have 45 mph winds today - and my weather gauge just clocked an 80 mph blast at 2:30pm (warning starts at 6 pm)... I've had to park my box trailer in a way that the wind doesn't catch it... but more extreme measure were called for as it's supposed to have a high-wind warning with get this 60 MPH winds... uh, Houston. What you see is not a space shuttle but rather my trailer containing my Corvette. Please track and advise... tyvm.
why? for those not distracted by clear plastic? well, because we are supposed to have 45 mph winds today - and my weather gauge just clocked an 80 mph blast at 2:30pm (warning starts at 6 pm)... I've had to park my box trailer in a way that the wind doesn't catch it... but more extreme measure were called for as it's supposed to have a high-wind warning with get this 60 MPH winds... uh, Houston. What you see is not a space shuttle but rather my trailer containing my Corvette. Please track and advise... tyvm.
bobs77vet
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those are high winds. did everything make it through Ok, the flying debris usually breaks all sorts of stuff
SuperBuickGuy
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broke the gate
the problem with flux core... you need a hotter machine to make it stick
ignore that I haven't put a cross brace on the gate yet... it's been cold and I have a case of the don'twannas
SuperBuickGuy
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Question:
So, I've raced in the snow, but never the rain. Which tires do I use?
On the car are Continental ExtremeForce tires a 200tw
But I raced last year (as they were the only things I had) Toyo Proxes Sports. 340tw
which do I use? It's supposed to rain all day, both days
So, I've raced in the snow, but never the rain. Which tires do I use?
On the car are Continental ExtremeForce tires a 200tw
But I raced last year (as they were the only things I had) Toyo Proxes Sports. 340tw
which do I use? It's supposed to rain all day, both days
SuperBuickGuy
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Corvette is back out of the trailer from its duties of anchor...
who says you can't get good headlights?
now with brights
air filter... there just isn't much room under the hood... as it is, this isn't perfect but it's good enough for now
well, after a whole bunch of trial, this is what it will be
x marks the spot
remember geometry?
did I just void another warranty? yep, and there will be more
this will work
chopped down an offset base, flipped it over
there it is... offset, chopped, and barely touches
who says you can't get good headlights?
now with brights
air filter... there just isn't much room under the hood... as it is, this isn't perfect but it's good enough for now
well, after a whole bunch of trial, this is what it will be
x marks the spot
remember geometry?
did I just void another warranty? yep, and there will be more
this will work
chopped down an offset base, flipped it over
there it is... offset, chopped, and barely touches
SuperBuickGuy
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alright... wheels are decided... better or worse...
also, like the reuse of the Corvette bumper? this thing has been bouncing around for a long time - now it's a wheel chock
loaded... still hate that spoiler...
will need to dust when I arrive
truck serviced
also, like the reuse of the Corvette bumper? this thing has been bouncing around for a long time - now it's a wheel chock
loaded... still hate that spoiler...
will need to dust when I arrive
truck serviced
SuperBuickGuy
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Well, the weather forecast for Willow CA shows rain on Saturday. I spent a fair penny on the 200tw Continentals and Apex wheels... and will likely use the old ones
I know, I know, 340 tread wear is laughable but it's supposed to rain all day Saturday and most of Sunday. I'll use the Connies later and in July in Portland... now I just have to make it to Willow - and honestly, that's not likely going to be a problem - it's supposed to be nice tomorrow through Friday (yeah).
I'll pull the car out tomorrow and also figure how to keep water out of the intake...
I know, I know, 340 tread wear is laughable but it's supposed to rain all day Saturday and most of Sunday. I'll use the Connies later and in July in Portland... now I just have to make it to Willow - and honestly, that's not likely going to be a problem - it's supposed to be nice tomorrow through Friday (yeah).
I'll pull the car out tomorrow and also figure how to keep water out of the intake...
SuperBuickGuy
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The only issue is the vent in the top of the hood.... I'll cover it in the pits and worst case, I have gorilla tape and metal tape to block the offending vents (the rearmost); the rest shouldn't matter if water gets through. About the only thing I'm concerned about there is the defroster is pretty pathetic in this car... this will be an adventure. I'm not changing tires - it's supposed to be a trace of rain on Saturday and a 1/10th on Sunday.
SuperBuickGuy
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stickies on
rain on
reload
I'd be faster in the dry with the 200tw tires, but these give me a better chance on staying on the track when it rains...only time will tell if it was a good move.
rain on
reload
I'd be faster in the dry with the 200tw tires, but these give me a better chance on staying on the track when it rains...only time will tell if it was a good move.
SuperBuickGuy
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loaded and ready for adventure... fun fact, less rain - maybe even no rain... ah well
phantomjock
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That looks like the "right length" trailer.
Just off-hand (as you have time) what is interior and overall length?
Looks like 7' wide base?
Safe travels - enjoy the race.
Cheers - Jim
Just off-hand (as you have time) what is interior and overall length?
Looks like 7' wide base?
Safe travels - enjoy the race.
Cheers - Jim
SuperBuickGuy
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so the track... did a warm up lap around it at 50% or so.... I'm going to put at least one extra quart in the car because the long, left hander saw some very bad oil pressures.....
someone forgot to mention that if this track isn't going up, it's going down... I'll try to gopro it tomorrow.... it makes Willow springs look like a gokart track
it really is the Optima Corvette and friends Challenge
BBR look away
such as this Corvette powered ford truck
they're neighbors from Montana
the doors, tailgate, fenders and hood are all carbon fiber.... pretty damn cool IMO
then there's this guy
and someone brought the hairdryers
really liking covered parking
this would be a blast
so this should be intesting
someone forgot to mention that if this track isn't going up, it's going down... I'll try to gopro it tomorrow.... it makes Willow springs look like a gokart track
it really is the Optima Corvette and friends Challenge
BBR look away
such as this Corvette powered ford truck
they're neighbors from Montana
the doors, tailgate, fenders and hood are all carbon fiber.... pretty damn cool IMO
then there's this guy
and someone brought the hairdryers
really liking covered parking
this would be a blast
so this should be intesting
SuperBuickGuy
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89" and 18' is the claimed length.... I'll measure it when I get home.
SuperBuickGuy
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and finally... if you want to watch
filming is different this year - they're livestreaming the event, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DriveUSCA
and here for the non-fb people... it's free
https://rydetv.com/programs/live-mxtcgdkfc6k?categoryId=96838&fbclid=IwAR05EZfalsU5 x_ixvFxSu7qzL5MGm3RtWPkn76H2TWavbrUDGIZ8pkxnyow
filming is different this year - they're livestreaming the event, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DriveUSCA
and here for the non-fb people... it's free
https://rydetv.com/programs/live-mxtcgdkfc6k?categoryId=96838&fbclid=IwAR05EZfalsU5 x_ixvFxSu7qzL5MGm3RtWPkn76H2TWavbrUDGIZ8pkxnyow
phantomjock
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Caught a couple of you afternoon runs on the long AX. It is tough being just ahead of Brian Hobaugh, the cameras are all focusing on him and not you on track.
Nice rake on the car, a bit more than the other c3. LOOK GOOD overall, smooth, no lock-up, slide, etc..
If you have the gear - or can get to it, a 1x1 stick of aluminum angle, drilled and riveted to the trailing edge of the spoiler would help keep it from the mid-span sag. As a gurney, it would not hurt, but you'd have to adjust it down to fit in the height restriction. Don't know if this series permits mid-competition "tweaks," or if you have access, or time overnight. [or, you'll even see this -in time].
Cheers - Jim
Nice rake on the car, a bit more than the other c3. LOOK GOOD overall, smooth, no lock-up, slide, etc..
If you have the gear - or can get to it, a 1x1 stick of aluminum angle, drilled and riveted to the trailing edge of the spoiler would help keep it from the mid-span sag. As a gurney, it would not hurt, but you'd have to adjust it down to fit in the height restriction. Don't know if this series permits mid-competition "tweaks," or if you have access, or time overnight. [or, you'll even see this -in time].
Cheers - Jim
phantomjock
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BTW - Will you be making NOLA next weekend?
Cheers - Jim
Cheers - Jim
SuperBuickGuy
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my next is Portland Oregon
SuperBuickGuy
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what do I need to know about dry sump systems? I have the space and I'm bone tired of low idle oil pressure... I also have a bit of an upgrade to do to the motor, so now would be an optimal time to get that system in place
phantomjock
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I did a piece a while back (year maybe?). I don't know what - or how much an Accusump might help. Also a vacuum system. No doubt the top end of part would be a full dry sump. OK, it was a long while back! I gotta get going here... https://www.vettemod.com/threads/dry-sump-parts-recomendations-please.11739/
SuperBuickGuy
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in for a penny? I'm not sure where to put any of this under the hood - but I figured the dry sump would give me more reliable pressures.... but I know very little about any of it.
SuperBuickGuy
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Adventure pictures
I admit that this was hamming for the camera.... not that anyone else would ever do such juvenile things (though I wish he'd gotten the end where I punted a cone about 40 feet)
on the track
In the wet - had it totally stayed wet, I probably would have done pretty well
there are some pucker factor corners at Thunderhill... this isn't one
this is
up a steep hill, a blind left corner, then a blind right sweeper.... I went off this corner... pretty sure I was airborne
dry autox
I admit that this was hamming for the camera.... not that anyone else would ever do such juvenile things (though I wish he'd gotten the end where I punted a cone about 40 feet)
on the track
In the wet - had it totally stayed wet, I probably would have done pretty well
there are some pucker factor corners at Thunderhill... this isn't one
this is
up a steep hill, a blind left corner, then a blind right sweeper.... I went off this corner... pretty sure I was airborne
dry autox
phantomjock
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Curious - DId you participate in the "engineering competition?"
How did that go? Maybe point as added value to the Dry Sump?
Heard a lot of discussion about ABS. You don't have - correct?
Imagine that would be a $$$$ addition.
Cheers- Jim
How did that go? Maybe point as added value to the Dry Sump?
Heard a lot of discussion about ABS. You don't have - correct?
Imagine that would be a $$$$ addition.
Cheers- Jim
SuperBuickGuy
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D&E - really badly. 31st out of 52.... lost to cars that didn't even compete. What I got from it this year is:
1) the 'judges' are all kids who don't race
2) that you need to buy a new car, then spend a lot on stuff to win. Top 3 were 2018 and newer
3) if you don't, you'll bad scores on everything (including the trunk.. yeah, there isn't a trunk).
what really bugs me is their hate of old cars... I'm pretty sure this is the end of my Optima (other then pre-paid Portland). Which is fine, I'm not giving up SEMA for Optima.
