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Great information thanks for sharing!

@@NixonMotorsports If you were to taper the inlet that leads from the overhead apperture to the airbox by a 3:1 ratio, you might approx double the pressure to around 0.3 PSI (depending on losses due to friction and other things). At best maybe you'd get 2% more oxygen into the engine. You'd then need to calculate the air resistance the inlet apperture is making at the same speed (thus slowing you down), to see if it was worth it...

@@NevContractor1 I like the idea, I will spend time on this idea and see if I can experiment with this. Thanks for the comment and idea!

Yes it was a bummer, I hoped to have more track time for sure but the thrill of being on Road America was worth it. Agree with you the turn out was very good. Cheers

Thank you for the comments, I’ll make sure to pass along your message. Cheers

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Congratulations, Have you had it on track yet?

@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

@@Divebombracing It sounds like a good project, keep us posted on progress if you would. cheers

@@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, glad you liked it!!

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!

Because I own a Ferrari and only wanted to display the logo. That’s all, cheers

@@NixonMotorsports gotcha. Very cool car, btw.

That is true, thanks for the comments! Cheers

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 - ruclips.net/video/IOP_MXGukEw/видео.htmlsi=5KDk_AClgliSjwQA

@@NixonMotorsports dang! Oddly enough, I’m actually racing bikes there this weekend.

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!

Yes, the Reynard champ cars are special…. Thanks for the comment!

Not a bad idea, would have to try it and see if helped. In my case, I have some limits on overall exhaust length. Cheers

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 have thought about that, just never got around to it., thanks for the comment and support! Cheers

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

That’s good to hear. Thanks for the nice words…. Cheers

Thanks, agree to the nod to Ferrari. Thanks for supporting my channel!

Thanks for the compliment, it is a quick car indeed. Cheers

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

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

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

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

When I had my DD2 mounted I just used the screws on the sides of the base. It seemed to work. Cheers

Yes I believe that was rubber. Visors are needed for sure. Thanks

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

@@NixonMotorsports Thanks Mark ,having just watched the Canadian GP ,I agree ,it certainly throws up some challenges

Glad you enjoyed it. I know we had a blast that race weekend. Cheers

Thanks, it was a blast

Great, sure send email to sales@nixonmotorsports.com. Looking forward to hearing what you have. Cheers

You are welcome, I agree the engine does sound like a proper race engine! Cheers

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

One of the air temp sensors yes, but I have two sensors and the main one is fine. Good eye

Good tip, I will look into that. Thanks for sharing! Cheers

Thank you!!

That’s great, how far are you in the build?

Haven’t even started it’s an idea and I’m trying understand everything. It takes so far 😊

Humm, let me see if I can dig up something.

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

Thanks, we like it as well

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