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Offline Pete1

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1905 on: July 15, 2013, 03:19:41 PM »
"b.  Shifter - hits the seat and is generally not in a usable position.  This is the same problem we had with the Liberty (Don made a custom setup).  Randy is going to try to put a system together using both shifters, maybe some of Don's stuff, etc..   I anticipate this to be a somewhat detailed/complex issue that takes time to work out.  One big PITA if you ask me."

That has been a problem from day one. I have a chipped bone in my knee to prove it.
I hope the fix doesn't take up too much time.
And a understanding of Einstien's theory is good to keep in mind when solving problems of this type.
"No two objects can occupy the same space at the same time".
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1906 on: July 15, 2013, 04:55:44 PM »
Einstein never met any LSR physicists!  :-D
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1907 on: July 15, 2013, 05:59:32 PM »
Quote from: Pete1 on July 15, 2013, 03:19:41 PM
"b.  Shifter - hits the seat and is generally not in a usable position.  This is the same problem we had with the Liberty (Don made a custom setup).  Randy is going to try to put a system together using both shifters, maybe some of Don's stuff, etc..   I anticipate this to be a somewhat detailed/complex issue that takes time to work out.  One big PITA if you ask me."

That has been a problem from day one. I have a chipped bone in my knee to prove it.
I hope the fix doesn't take up too much time.
And a understanding of Einstien's theory is good to keep in mind when solving problems of this type.
"No two objects can occupy the same space at the same time".

No Pete, the first year we had a H pattern shifter and a Muncie, and it was usable, but a PITA.

Last year, we ran the Liberty and a Vertigate shifter, and that worked nice! The Rankin mounting points are further back on the tail than the Liberty. Once the mounting bracket is modified/fabbed, it will be trick! :cheers:


Quote from: WOODY@DDLLC on July 15, 2013, 04:55:44 PM
Einstein never met any LSR physicists!  :-D

That's pretty good, Woody! :-D
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1908 on: July 16, 2013, 12:37:30 AM »
I love a thrash - especially when it's not mine.  :evil:

Seriously, huge headway in short order.  Kudos.

Wish you could have dynoed, but just be cautious on the first few runs.  There's a whole lot of "new" going on here.

To the crew -  :cheers:  :cheers:  :cheers:

See you in a few weeks.

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1909 on: July 16, 2013, 04:04:06 PM »
Thanks Chris!

Actually, we're still trying to line up a last minute dyno, although we will run on a chassis dyno this year.

John Beck is awesome-he will help us tune via computer and phone! :cheers:

I'll post details once everything is firmed up.
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1910 on: July 17, 2013, 04:45:51 PM »
Hey Flattie, I hope all the stars align and it runs like a raped ape, I am sooo looking forward to speed week this year. My daughter wanted to schedule her wedding for August 10th, I talked her into August 3rd. Good thing, I would have hated to miss it. l am planning on dropping by your pits to get a couple of tee shirts and take you up on the cold beer offer.  :cheers:
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1911 on: July 17, 2013, 05:48:58 PM »
Mike, we’ll see you there! :cheers:

Don is working on the last missing component, the bigger alky fuel tank.

 From Don:

Fuel Tank progress -- Buddy and Randy made a cardboard fuel tank to accommodate the added fuel we will be needing. I took the tank and made a solid model drawing then transferred it to my laser and cut the parts..

As always, Don’s stuff is first class! Thanks Don! :cheers:
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1912 on: July 17, 2013, 06:06:11 PM »
Nice job on the tank! I've never thought of using laser to cut out the more complex pieces. I've always used the shear and saw. I'm going to change some of my methodology.

Thank-you!  :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:

Pete
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1913 on: July 17, 2013, 09:31:02 PM »
As previously posted, the guys were thrashing on the car last weekend!  :cheers:
From Randy:

A little update on the car side of the FlatCad thrash for Bonneville. Last weekend I drove to Ohio to help get the engine and trans installed and we succeeded, though we still have a few things to do, but nothing we can't handle. Anyway, here are a few pics of the install-stay tuned, more to come

We had a few trans issues to work out. Fortunately with a little modification to the bracket Don made last year and some extra shift rods I had stashed away we have a fully functional shifter
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With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. However, this is not necessarily a good idea. It is hard to be sure where they are going to land, and it could be dangerous sitting under them as they fly overhead. -- RFC 1925

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1914 on: July 17, 2013, 09:47:52 PM »
Thats a nice looking tank, and big also. Your car must be a thirsty beast?
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1915 on: July 18, 2013, 08:33:53 AM »
Quote from: ratpatrol66 on July 17, 2013, 09:47:52 PM
Thats a nice looking tank, and big also. Your car must be a thirsty beast?

Well, last year we ran on gas, and ran out to the quarter- that took 2.5 gallons. This year we’re switching to alky, so consumption will be about double, and we’ll have to run at least to the 3 mile.

I don't know if we can achieve our goal in 3 miles, and it’s a long way to the 5 mile! :evil:
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With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. However, this is not necessarily a good idea. It is hard to be sure where they are going to land, and it could be dangerous sitting under them as they fly overhead. -- RFC 1925

You can't make a race horse out of a pig. But if you work hard enough at it you can make a mighty fast pig. - Bob Akin

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1916 on: July 18, 2013, 11:33:41 AM »
Don always does fantastic work, and the tank is no exception!

From Don:

Here is the completed tank!
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With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. However, this is not necessarily a good idea. It is hard to be sure where they are going to land, and it could be dangerous sitting under them as they fly overhead. -- RFC 1925

You can't make a race horse out of a pig. But if you work hard enough at it you can make a mighty fast pig. - Bob Akin

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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1917 on: July 18, 2013, 12:16:41 PM »
Very nice work!

Regards, Neil  Tucson, AZ
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1918 on: July 19, 2013, 12:05:17 AM »
I'll present you with a red hat myself- in honor of lightning-fast production of custom goodies! :cheers:
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Re: XXO/BVGC '38 Chevy Coupe Build
« Reply #1919 on: July 25, 2013, 07:16:52 AM »
Flattie,

How goes the thrash?

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