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21. Re: E85, more questions (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2006 09:29:13 -0700
My $0.02, in two parts: $0.01: Ethanol as currently produced for general fuel use (and this would basically apply to the E85 also) on average takes the same amount of energy to make a gallon of the s
/html/land-speed/2006-06/msg00137.html (10,138 bytes)

22. E85, more questions, some answers.... (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Thu, 8 Jun 2006 15:01:49 -0700
OK, gang, here's a good place to start with re Brazil's use of ethanol: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ethanol_fuel_in_Brazil In summary, it appears that the process used there is a net energy producer
/html/land-speed/2006-06/msg00148.html (7,312 bytes)

23. non-lsr Formula SAE part 1 (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2006 13:13:55 -0700
Hi gang, Just got back from the Formula SAE West event held at California Speedway. This was a way fun event and y'all that are in the vicinity next year should really consider helping out in tech, o
/html/land-speed/2006-06/msg00391.html (7,417 bytes)

24. non-lsr Formula SAE part 2 (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2006 13:15:56 -0700
They are small open-wheeled race cars using 610cc (max) 4-stroke engines with restrictors, weighing about 400-800 pounds, and v. quick. Points are awarded for a design review, cost assessment, and, o
/html/land-speed/2006-06/msg00392.html (7,936 bytes)

25. non-lsr Formula SAE part 3 (end) (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Mon, 19 Jun 2006 13:18:32 -0700
By Friday most of the tech work and re-techs (few cars pass on the first go-round) were done, and I could go out to the dynamic events, including brake testing, skidpad, autocross, and endurance even
/html/land-speed/2006-06/msg00393.html (7,702 bytes)

26. Oil filler removal (non-LSR) (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Mon, 8 May 2006 14:12:47 -0700
Anyone know how to readily remove the oil filler tube on an old 'vette intake manifold without removing the manifold? I'm trying to rotate it so the smog hose fitting will be oriented away from the c
/html/land-speed/2006-05/msg00119.html (6,924 bytes)

27. Re: Engine Mounts - Rubber or Solid (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Fri, 12 May 2006 09:25:59 -0700
I always liked the idea of the rubber mounts (with safety captures/latches of some sort) being able to take a bit of the acceleration/shifting shock-loading out of the system also, although this migh
/html/land-speed/2006-05/msg00160.html (8,599 bytes)

28. Re: Dry Sump Musings (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Sat, 20 May 2006 09:58:22 -0700
Waitaminute, wasn't Jim asking about venting the engine/valve covers? It does seem apparent that the tank needs to be vented... Benn -- Original Message -- From: <Askotto@aol.com> To: <jimwebb@nutsra
/html/land-speed/2006-05/msg00229.html (7,800 bytes)

29. Re: Politically uncorrect Certificate of Performance. (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Tue, 4 Apr 2006 15:52:20 -0700
Yeah, except the "good ol' days" weren't so good for those who were subject to the slurs. And you can be sure the use of "nappy" in this context did NOT derive from the Brit term for diaper... No, a
/html/land-speed/2006-04/msg00042.html (9,849 bytes)

30. grease guns (sorta vaguely LSR) (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Wed, 5 Apr 2006 16:54:07 -0700
So, I've noticed that when I leave my old spring-plunger chassis (lithium base) grease gun sitting for awhile, a lot of oil seems to collect around it. I'm thinking that the oil is being pressurized
/html/land-speed/2006-04/msg00085.html (6,998 bytes)

31. vette pushcars, etc. (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Tue, 25 Apr 2006 18:26:01 -0700
When I roadraced my 65 corvette, I trailered it using my 63 vette. Seemed to work pretty well; was glad the trailer had brakes.... Benn -- Original Message -- From: "John Staiger" <lsrvette@yahoo.com
/html/land-speed/2006-04/msg00403.html (6,919 bytes)

32. Non-lsr (so far...) Robotic mule (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Mon, 6 Mar 2006 09:42:29 -0800
Anyone seen this thing yet? http://youtube.com/watch?v=RGrMMlNjBB8
/html/land-speed/2006-03/msg00065.html (6,861 bytes)

33. Re: From a sports talk board... (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Tue, 7 Mar 2006 20:33:33 -0800
60 pound tires? Man, those must be some heavy friggin' wheels! Seems to me the old 'vette roadracing tires only weighed 20# or so. But, then again, maybe that's no more surreal than a NASCAR tire cha
/html/land-speed/2006-03/msg00101.html (7,948 bytes)

34. tire weight air vs nitrogen (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Thu, 9 Mar 2006 15:35:47 -0800
Pretty surprising, considering that air is 80% nitrogen, oxygen makes up most of the rest, and it weighs almost the same as N... It also helps that the tires in NASCAR are no longer filled with air b
/html/land-speed/2006-03/msg00135.html (7,702 bytes)

35. Re: tire weight air vs nitrogen (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Fri, 10 Mar 2006 11:47:21 -0800
The moisture might well be an issue. But, by my calcs, dry air is only a weight penalty of less than an ounce vs nitrogen in a large truck tire. Benn -- Original Message -- From: DaCudaKid@aol.com To
/html/land-speed/2006-03/msg00154.html (8,052 bytes)

36. Re: I need help, RE: Worlds fastest Indian (NONLSR) (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Sun, 12 Mar 2006 21:40:52 -0800
1. I think the concrete block shed shop/kitchen/sleeping quarters was 2. Taking nitro (glycerin, not methane) for heart problems is certainly common enough. 3. The "issue" of registration was, I thou
/html/land-speed/2006-03/msg00175.html (9,282 bytes)

37. Re: Cylinder Bore Spacing (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Wed, 22 Mar 2006 09:33:04 -0800
Dunno, but it sounds like it would be quite useful....and how about main bearing positions as well....and deck heights....geez, where to stop? Benn various motors. I'm interested in both American and
/html/land-speed/2006-03/msg00302.html (6,964 bytes)

38. Re: Movie Review (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Fri, 3 Feb 2006 08:50:20 -0800
THAT explains how we missed the boat with Bonneville: Wide Open! The review in today's SF Chronicle was definitely favorable. Gonna see it soon. And Rich, send your leftover high roller sponsors up t
/html/land-speed/2006-02/msg00008.html (7,507 bytes)

39. Fastest Injun (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Sun, 5 Feb 2006 11:24:32 -0800
Saw it last night and quite enjoyed it. Yes, it has some inaccuracies, fictionalized portions, and downright silly aspects (geez, in 1962 you couldn't register on the salt?!), but it was fun. I laugh
/html/land-speed/2006-02/msg00052.html (7,838 bytes)

40. Fastest Inxxxx (score: 1)
Author: "Benn" <karhu@california.com>
Date: Tue, 7 Feb 2006 14:09:11 -0800
Well, at the risk of clutter..... I believe I'm responsible for using that title on my posting and didn't think of it as racist, only a little corny or "hick", but apparently I was wrong. I don't wan
/html/land-speed/2006-02/msg00109.html (8,432 bytes)

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