FOT,
Since I receive the FOT in digest form my answers tend also to be in that
form. Hence:
1) Fluid dampeners--I'm running a fluid dampener from a 302 Ford V-8 on the
GT6. It seems to smooth things out nicely, but at this point that's a
pretty subjective observation. I'm still looking for a reasonably priced
light-weight flywheel to go with the next rebuild. We did modify the pulley
but it wasn't terribly hard to do as I recall. Anyone's welcome to check it
out at Mid-Ohio next week.
2) Susan's questions--Mid-Ohio paddocks are open (no extra charge) for the
SVRA weekend. I think week-end passes are $35 and tent camping is $15.
Some of us will be there on Wednesday. Registration starts Wed. and
Mid-Ohio has a driver's school Wed for vintage racers. Practice starts
Thursday. www.MidOhio.com will probably be some help. www.SVRA.com has the
racer's schedule.
Sorry all my crew passes are spoken for. They only allow three. Please
stop by our paddock and get acquainted. We expect a jam session (acoustic)
Saturday night. Bring your axe.
3) I'm fortunate enough to have a sponsor in Wirsbo (www.wirsbo.com) again
this year. I'm not trying to commercialize the sport so much as to get
someone else to pay for my racing. That is admittedly a fine distinction.
We've invited quite a number of clients (I'm a manufacturer's rep for Wirsbo
in Ohio and Western Pennsylvania) to partake in the fun, food, and spirit.
I want to be conscious of my fellow racer's sensibilities and not let this
bit of commercialism spoil the event. But it's great for me. Lots of
friends, event costs covered, and a perfectly legitimate tax write-off for
the sponsors. If you want to know about heating your next garage floor,
come to the Wirsbo/Famous Supply/ Blue Moon Racing tent. We hope to set up
our paddock next to the Triumph enclave near the maintenance/shower
facilities. Hope to see you all there!
John Lehman
'68 Triumph GT6 #440
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