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hustler 10-11-2007 02:21 PM

windage tray ftw!

Arkmage 10-11-2007 02:36 PM


Originally Posted by marty_uiuc (Post 162001)
the judges always want a justification for why something was done. if we simply added an accusump the judges would be on our asses for not having any evidence to support the need. if we had nothing in place, they would ask us why we didn't have any safeguards against oil sloshing...

easy way around that is to tell them you went dry sump so you could lower then engine ~1.25" for a lower overall Cg. No study involved and it's hard to argue. That's how we did it. We ran F4is

Ben 10-11-2007 02:49 PM

I drove some basketball player's T-Rex (don't remember who it was, but supposedly he's some star :dunno: ). It was at 404 Motorsports and I was there with a friend who happens to hang out with a couple of the guys who work there. HOLLY FUCKING SHIT that thing is fun.

If you go with a GSXR motor, avoid 00 and 01 600 and 750. Weak trannies. You can add a power commander to nearly most modern FI sport bikes, and get pretty decent control over tune.

Joe Perez 10-11-2007 03:48 PM


Originally Posted by Ben (Post 162026)
I drove some basketball player's T-Rex ... HOLLY FUCKING SHIT that thing is fun.

The T-Rex appeals to me, though I don't like the idea of buying a pre-built car of that nature. I want to create something. I still cast occasional glances at the Grinnall Scorpion, though I have one major problem with it. The BMW Paralever suspension does not lend itself to wide tires. Specifically, the side-to-side orientation of the driveshaft and R&P box is fixed relative to the engine, since it is the rear suspension member. Even on the new K1200S is this the case.

However I've wondered... What would happen if a person transplanted an FZ1 engine into one of the new Grinnall S3-K40 chassis? You'd have to build a custom swingarm and sprocket extension, but having done that one could conceivably fit a 335/30-18 tire back there.

Then, we just have to find a way to make it legal in SoloII A-modified. The only killer rule is on page 59 of the GCR, section 12.1:
12.1 AUTOMOBILE (CAR)
A self-propelled land vehicle, running on at least four wheels, not in a line, which must be in contact with the ground when at rest.
A crafty person might try to attach a fourth wheel to the vehicle, at the end of a retractable lever, which is lowered to the ground when at rest. A craftier person might point out to the tech inspector that none of the other cars at the event are in compliance with 12.1 either, since if their wheels are in contact with the ground then they must be in violation of 3.3.3 B-4, Safety:
4. Tires must be in good condition, with no cord or belts showing or cracks in the tread or sidewall.
I mean, the ultimate would obviously be a Megabusa Westie, but this being California and all you can't register a car with a motorcycle engine.


If you go with a GSXR motor, avoid 00 and 01 600 and 750. Weak trannies. You can add a power commander to nearly most modern FI sport bikes, and get pretty decent control over tune.
600? Hmmph. 750? Heh. A Jedi craves not these things. Strong with the force are the liter-bikes. Luminous beings are they, not this crude matter. For my ally is the boost, and a powerful ally it is. The turbocharger creates it, makes it grow. Its energy surrounds us and binds us. You must feel the boost around you. Here, between you, me, the piston, the crankshaft, everywhere, yes. Even between the tire, and the road.

But beware the ZX-14. Anger, Fear, naturally-aspirated Torque, the Dark Side are they. Once you start down the 1400cc path, forever will it dominate your destiny. Loki, do not underestimate the power of the boost. Or suffer your father's fate you will.

Zabac 10-11-2007 04:06 PM

Joe, you are strange....lol

Loki047 10-11-2007 04:11 PM

I have a Z1000, I want 1000 or below.

Markp 10-11-2007 04:41 PM


Originally Posted by Loki047 (Post 161931)
I'm looking for a place that has small displacement motors (ie motorcycle engines) for sale. New motors are ok, ideally with integral transmission.

This is for my open wheeled racer, lets see those links.

Make me an offer for my VF1000F. :D it's a complete running bike that I use daily but I am ready to upgrade. It is low mileage as well (less than 10k miles, probably around 6k or so to be honest.)

Carburated 120 HP & 70 ft/lbs torque
Mark

Joe Perez 10-11-2007 04:48 PM


Originally Posted by Markp (Post 162053)
Make me an offer for my VF1000F.

I offer you my SV650.

Markp 10-11-2007 05:11 PM

LOL, I need a liter bike, my fat ass is too heavy for a 650. Although if it were a newer SV650, I would be tempted in someways. I want a fuel injected bike.

Mark

Joe Perez 10-11-2007 05:17 PM


Originally Posted by Markp (Post 162065)
LOL, I need a liter bike, my fat ass is too heavy for a 650. Although if it were a newer SV650, I would be tempted in someways. I want a fuel injected bike.

It is an '06 model. Fuel injected. Starts and idles properly the first time every time.

Loki047 10-11-2007 05:22 PM


Originally Posted by Markp (Post 162053)
Make me an offer for my VF1000F. :D it's a complete running bike that I use daily but I am ready to upgrade. It is low mileage as well (less than 10k miles, probably around 6k or so to be honest.)

Carburated 120 HP & 70 ft/lbs torque
Mark

550 Cash Right now.

marty_uiuc 10-11-2007 05:31 PM


Originally Posted by Joe Perez (Post 162059)
SV650.

i want one of those in the worst way. carb'd or FI, i don't care!

Ben 10-11-2007 05:33 PM

just recalled, a friend of mine has an older Honda liter bike that he bought needing work (it was dropped fairly hard) but it starts and runs fine. The frame is ok, but it's got lots of busted panels and shit. anyway, he's moving to Texas and is selling most of his project stuff... I'll get some info from him.

Loki047 10-11-2007 06:01 PM

awesome thank you

magnamx-5 10-11-2007 08:33 PM


Originally Posted by Markp (Post 162053)
Make me an offer for my VF1000F. :D it's a complete running bike that I use daily but I am ready to upgrade. It is low mileage as well (less than 10k miles, probably around 6k or so to be honest.)

Carburated 120 HP & 70 ft/lbs torque
Mark

If you weren't in washington i would give you 2K for it given good condition as you say it is. :vash:

Markp 10-11-2007 09:56 PM


Originally Posted by Joe Perez (Post 162067)
It is an '06 model. Fuel injected. Starts and idles properly the first time every time.

Hey if you want to trade for an 84 VF1000F, let me know. LOL. My 1000F is not worth that kind of coin regardless of how well it runs.

Mark

Markp 10-11-2007 09:58 PM


Originally Posted by Loki047 (Post 162070)
550 Cash Right now.

LOL, you are about $1000-1500 shy of where I would need to be. I have more money in engine mods and stainless steel brake/clutch lines. FWIW, on a small race car MC brakes can be made to work pretty well. Still you might want to look on Ebay for a VF1000R motor as well. You can usually find the motor and tranny pretty cheap.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/86-Ho...spagenameZWDVW


Mark

Ben 10-11-2007 10:05 PM


Originally Posted by Ben (Post 162074)
just recalled, a friend of mine has an older Honda liter bike that he bought needing work (it was dropped fairly hard) but it starts and runs fine. The frame is ok, but it's got lots of busted panels and shit. anyway, he's moving to Texas and is selling most of his project stuff... I'll get some info from him.

He sold it yesterday for $450.

Joe Perez 10-12-2007 11:15 AM


Originally Posted by Markp (Post 162169)
Hey if you want to trade for an 84 VF1000F, let me know. LOL.

Ah yes. It took a few minutes to register that the VF1000 family hasn't been made in a while. All I saw was the 1000. :cool:

Wait a sec. Your bike is an '84 has only 6k miles on it?

Get out there and RIDE, mofo! Only then, a Jedi will you be.
http://yodasdatapad.com/livingroom/f...ns/cw_yoda.jpg

Markp 10-12-2007 06:14 PM


Originally Posted by Joe Perez (Post 162394)
Ah yes. It took a few minutes to register that the VF1000 family hasn't been made in a while. All I saw was the 1000. :cool:

Wait a sec. Your bike is an '84 has only 6k miles on it?

Get out there and RIDE, mofo! Only then, a Jedi will you be.
http://yodasdatapad.com/livingroom/f...ns/cw_yoda.jpg

Ya, I stole the sucker from a local lot with 4k on the bike for a 2003 Ninja 250 with 14k miles that I purchased the year before for 1850 with helmet. It runs pretty damn hard when I get on it.

Mark


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