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Hello my friend. All the best from OZ.🇦🇺 great video . I haven’t spoken to you for a few months. I was hoping that you would come back and resume your great vids. I have lots of comments about your race at the beautiful Road America . But I’ll keep it for another day. You did my friend. Keep it up. All the very best to you Jeff and your camera shy better half 👍🥃🇦🇺 1:11:22 1:11:22
@NixonMotorsports not yet it was used in the Chicago area from 2013 to 2017 then sold and used as an autocross car. Needs a different wing setup up front and a fuel cell and other safety equipment to get back to road racing along with figuring out an oil cooler setup for the right sidepod
@@NixonMotorsports definitely once I get the car all done I'll be running it in the new england regoin for scca. Won't be competitive but a blast for a regionally and track day's
@@Divebombracing I always believe the huge smile you get on your face is worth it regardless of how fast or competitive you are. That will follow as you get the car sorted. have fun!
Great question, I’ve done both new and used engines. The one reason I’ve gone the new engine path was because engines over time have advantages big or small incorporated in them over the years for either reliability or performance. That’s why I go with new engines to get the latest technology. Regardless new or used you would need to have the engine builder do their thing and have it on the dyno before you install. Great question, cheers
@@NixonMotorsports sounds like you have alot of money lying around... I rebuild gen 4 engines from eBay for 1.5-2k and spend $500 on parts, then I street tune them and usually make around 240-260hp with NA motors and 400hp I'm going turbo. It's a shame that motorsports has become the rich folks spot were it's all just millionaire guys in there 50s and it's a contest of who has more $$$ and not about the car... Smh
@@mishaisspeed Sounfs like you have it all sorted out. That is good hp, the best we have seen is 223 hp. I too have used a few used engines from ebay, that works for sure. Thanks for the comments!
Well thank you, it took me awhile to get down to the 1:46’s at ECR. I actually ran faster with a 1:45.2 almost breaking into the 1:44’s which I do believe is possible now. check this video out when you have a second - ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-IOP_MXGukEw.htmlsi=5KDk_AClgliSjwQA
Good point, I have considered Ducati among other engines. My race car was originally a Suzuki engine. It is the normal considerations like form factor, weight, RPM due to some space limitations with rear sprockets, etc. It would be a fun project to do a back to back comparison that’s for sure. Thanks for the comment!
does anyone use a v4 engine? It looks like it would fit. Also if you have not already look into spit throttles or at least power(fuel and/or ignition)cut to cylinder 1 and 2 for better part throttle power delivery.
I have not seen anyone using a V4 engine, as long as it is a motorcycle engine at no more than 1000cc it is allowed. On trick fuel and ignition trims or other we do use as you see Motec ECU and have tons of options like that. For example I have two injectors per cylinder (one in the throttle bodies and one 6-7” above the throttle body blades). I have different injector timing because of delay based on length. This allows for some extra power and fuel savings. A fun topic, the F1000 running in FA class allows a lot of freedom for such ideas. Cheers
@@NixonMotorsports you should look into how world super bike use their motec systems to improve traction on their 1000cc engines. Your engine has Ti rods because wsbk will not let you change your rods therefor a true homologation special. The new fireblade features split throttle on the 2024 even though it is banned is wsbk. Most if not all the teams in British and world use motec so motec is the way to go with these 1000s. Personally i think the ducati v4 and honda i4 are the best power wise and bmw is very close with some clever tech (shift cam) for better mid range. I would love to know why you chose 4 into 1 headers instead of tri y. have you tested both? I know all super bikes and nascar use tri y and f1 used to use 4 into 1 as well as formula atlantic. I know 4 into is more compact which explains f1 since they alpine was recently running unequal length. If you can try to talk to the super bike guys since they will have proper factory cnc porting programs which you might be able to get your hands on. A ducati v4 would suit the ferrari livery very well.
I understand that you have chosen a zx10r and the majority uses a zx10r or gsx1000rr with one or two using s1000rr but why. Why did you choose zx10r. Why are there so few with other engines eg. bmw and why does nobody use a honda engine.
Great question, for me I selected the ZX10R only because I knew I could purchase dry sump kits for the engine. My guess, any one of the modern super bike 1k engines would work very well. There is packaging to also consider, meaning how well will the engine fit in the bay and such. In my circle here in the US, majority of F1000 and P1 race cars are using ZX10R. Cheers
The stock hydrolic spring is better IMHO been journeyman mechanic for 45+ years. There is a reason they come with ACCT. Millions of bikes and dollars spent says it all?
Really great piece of kit,I like the nod to Ferrari nice touch.When I was younger use to play around with Yamaha 100cc Kart so I have an appreciation for what your doing ,good luck with your racing.
Well if you are asking how expensive to get into Formula Atlantics like my car you would expect a starting cost of $40,000-$80,000 for the car. Spares and equipment of course in addition. You can spend well over $150,000 for a pro car like a Swift 016 or a F3 car. I like you love the way the engine sounds and how fast I can shift up/down. It is a proper race car for sure. I hope this answers what you are looking for if not let me know. Cheers
Aero limits- no moving aero devices, flat bottom floor no tunnels, otherwise open. It is aero limited as HP to punch past 150mph becomes a problem. Cheers
I do believe simulators are important for drivers. Here are a few examples. 1. Help you memory map a new track, finding its rhythm. 2. Allow you to experiment with many driving lines. 3. Allow you to drive trimmed out or with various df settings and overall chassis settings to determine ideal setup. 4. Overall a great tool to work on your race craft
Great setup! I love that you have the bookshelf speakers on stands. I'm curious why you didn't use an AV receiver. I went from a set of Logitech Z5500 to an old Denon receiver and 7.1 bookshelf setup. I have my speakers at ear level and have them toe'd-in making a bubble of sound. Makes a huge difference. :)
I used the amplifier vs AV receiver as preference that’s all. The AV receiver will work of course. Sound does make a huge difference, well worth the investment for top notch sims. Cheers
IM GETTING INTO RACING AND YOUR A BIG INSPIRATION IVE BEEN WATCHING SINCE THE BEGINNING - Young Black Guy from the hood in NJ 😂😂 Hopefully I get to face the Master one day!!!
Well that is very cool, I hope you can get into racing soon. I have to say how I appreciate such kind words, I do have massive passion with racing and glad if someway I can share that with people such as yourself. Very cool! If you ever cross paths please say hello. Cheers
Mark, I have a question about your racecar. I've got a bike engine with a pneumatic piston for gear shifts. I have troubles getting in neutral from first gear. I've played with the timing of the valve open and close. I see yours works very well. Do you have any logic different to get in neutral than first to second? Thanks in advance
Hi, My shifting system is embedded in Motec (geartronics) so the control for up/down/neutral is all controlled within my ECU however the firmware is from geartronics. Having said that, I did not do anything magically on my end it was the experience of others ie. geartronics. Sorry, I do not have a simple response for you.. cheers
Help again... Wondering about your dd2 and how you have it mounted... Do you only have screws from the side for the base or do you have screws on the front as well ??
Ah wet, well I choose not to bother with racing in the rain. I have several times in the past and enjoy it but prefer not to bother with my car. The risk/reward is high. I always say, if it is someone else’s car no problem but I prefer not to take the unnecessary risk and clean up., So, to your question USA club racing like Europe and such does run in the rain I just pass these days. Cheers
Hey man! Thank you for the video, I have actually been in pursuit of something like this for ourselves. I have a few questions/potential remedies for the line of sight connection, is it okay to reach out to the sales email on your site or is there a preferred method of contact for you? Thanks!
Hey Mark! Congrats! Have you ever considered doing in depth videos on your car detailing running cost, maintenance, build list, etc. Feel like that would garner a lot of views! Way to go on PB!! What a lap. Just curious - do you know your speeds into and through turn 6 and turning into 7? I didnt think you were going to get her slowed down at 7 but you nailed it and then aced the apex at 8! Way to go!
Great idea on video suggestions, I have considered doing that for sometime I will make an effort and put this together as I do think many people would find it informative. On speeds in 6/7 at ECR yes I do have that but not with me at the moment as I am away and no data access. Off memory I believe I run into 6-7 around 120-122 mph. Thanks for the nice words, it was a good lap so I am very pleased with it. I do know now If all conditions are there and I can string it together a 1:44.5 is possible. Great track in my view. Cheers
Good vid, I like seeing how everything is put together in different cars. For the issue with the bolts backing out of your diff what I do is mark all the bolts on the car with viz torque/anti tamper stuff so I can just look at everything in between sessions and see if anything moved really easily.
I worked for Avon tyres in the uk for 42 years and was proud of the quality of tyres we made i turned the lights out in my department for the last time in dec 2023 and just hope the new manufacturer nova can keep the quality of such a world quality product.
42 years! That is impressive. As a strong supporter of Avon myself, thank you for making such a great racing tire/tyre. I agree with you, I sure hope Nova will continue to build the same product with its previous quality. Stay in touch with this channel, I will have more news on Nova soon. Cheers
DANG that looks good! The wife has 2023 392 XR in white and I’ve got 22 392 Not a xr in white and man now I want them both on 37’s did you regear? What did they charge labor wise to install your lift? Think I can keep my stock wheels? Sorry for all this just seeing yours makes me want to know everything about it!!! 🍻
I did not regear, it seems fine with no need. The 392 has more than enough power to handle it in my opinion. If I recall correctly my lift install cost was about $1700 where I purchased the parts beforehand. You can add 37’s and no lift, my wheels are -18mm so that may help but with no lift I had no clearance issues on the road. You could use the stock wheels with 37’s with the lift for sure. Cheers
Got it, I go back and forth myself. I record both. Maybe I will post both versions so people can device what view they prefer. Thanks for the note! Cheers
I go back and forth between helmet cam and the overhead camera I like both of them, Glad you do as well. The negative starting up front is the race seems rather boring from a spectator view I agree. Check out another race video that will come out in a few weeks where I started in the rear of the 22 car field and finished P3. Lots of overtaking, I suspect you will enjoy that one. Thanks for the comment! Cheers
US Majors does not have large spectator turn out in general. Depending on the event. For example I will be racing next month at Road America and there will be close to 500 race cars entered. Spectators attendance should be good plus it will be streamed live. Make sure you watch for that race weekend, I will of course bring you along. Cheers
