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  1. Thread: Driving NHIS

    by Phil Gott
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    The Quaife, like the Torsen, it an integral gear...

    The Quaife, like the Torsen, it an integral gear differential. As such, it is not a locking differential, but a torque multiplying differential. That is, it tansfers three times the torque of the...
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    A lot of ineresting points raised here. From...

    A lot of ineresting points raised here. From almost as many years' perspective as Dick's, the major challenge to putting on a good, safe, fun event is the number or available bodies for all...
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    Jake: Thanks for the directions. Sounds...

    Jake:

    Thanks for the directions. Sounds simple enough! Normally they are there by 9 AM and stay until mid-day or when interest wanes. Brian would have the ultimate say on this.

    Phil
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    Directions to Annual Tech

    How do we get to the March 6 tech at Kart Trak in Windsor Locks?
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    Thanks, guys. I've heard lots of stories but...

    Thanks, guys. I've heard lots of stories but your advice makes sense. If I resize the crank the idea of matching it to the bearings makes a lot of sense. Never thought of doing it that way! If I...
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    Engine bearings

    What's a good bearing to use in Honda/Acura engines? I'm told dealer's can't provide the same quality bearings that come in the engines when they are originally assembled. What brands are good and...
  7. I can echo the great service you can get from the...

    I can echo the great service you can get from the fine people at Seymours. They have a complete selection of safety equipment and race tools. Their in-stock hardware is oriented towards open-wheel...
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    Welcome to the U.S. and our road racing! Track...

    Welcome to the U.S. and our road racing!

    Track ratings are very subjective, of course, and depend on your preferences and car. As an ITA racer (Integra) and former TR4A driver, my view is that...
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    I liked the chicane. The oval is a hallmark of...

    I liked the chicane. The oval is a hallmark of the NHIS track and a real test of courage, but I thnk the Chicane makes NHIS more of a road track. Jeremy's view that the track doesn't flow is in...
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    A cold chisel, aimed radially towards the center...

    A cold chisel, aimed radially towards the center of the axle on one of the flats works if you haven't got a dremel or a die grinder with a cutting wheel handy. Just remember to throw the thing...
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