Andrew Mace wrote:
>
> > Unfortunately the tires on Andy's vehicle were so low profile that they
> > failed to trip the timing device on the first run. And the valves were
> > suspect on the power unit so a second run was not attempted. Good
> > thing, too. He might have embarassed a few of us other autocrosser's!
>
> Also, after the first run the 34-year-old OEM Dunlop front tire was
> showing serious signs of breakdown. Were it not for that, I'm sure I
> (wheeze) coulda gone (cough, wheeze) much fas(cough, cough, wheeze)ter!
Hmmm, perhaps a gear ratio change is in order, or perhaps some
supercharging (would that compensate for the additional weight of the
oxygen bottle? <g>). Perhaps the aging Dunlops will require
replacements with Pirellis? <smile> I'm sure everyone is looking for the
race modifications in 1999.... <g>
Cheers, Andy.
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