From yellow04 at tr4racer.com  Sat Nov  1 09:31:33 2025
From: yellow04 at tr4racer.com (yellow04 at tr4racer.com)
Date: Sat, 01 Nov 2025 11:31:33 -0400
Subject: [Fot] Looking for a race engine builder for 1296 engine
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Agreed, you will want to talk to Jason.

Henry Frye
Kastner Cup Chair - 2026 - Return to Mosport
860.508.3118 (mobile)

On 2025-10-31 16:40, Terry Sopher via Fot wrote:
> Rick - Jason Sukey is the guy - no question!
> 
>> On Oct 31, 2025, at 16:37, rick--- via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
>> 
>> ?We thought we had the perfect builder but after a year of very 
>> s-l-o-w
>> "progress" we are still waiting on "the perfect engine".
>> 
>> We have a second car with need of an engine rebuild/freshen up and are
>> looking for suggestions, preferably east of the Mississippi.  We are 
>> located
>> in TN but can travel reasonable distances for the right builder.  The 
>> engine
>> performance level we want is "class podium" as the young driver we 
>> have is
>> just the guy to place himself on one of those "steps".
>> 
>> The engine he had in his car was built by a builder in MI and was a 
>> strong
>> runner for about 20 hours at which point it started losing oil 
>> pressure.
>> (Fortunately, driver noticed and car was shut down)
>> 
>> Any help/suggestions would be greatly appreciated.  I am including my 
>> phone
>> number should you prefer to discuss this without the keyboard 
>> interface.
>> 
>> Rick Mathis
>> (615)504-2164
>> 
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From rjohns at woh.rr.com  Sat Nov  1 16:47:40 2025
From: rjohns at woh.rr.com (Robert Johns)
Date: Sat, 1 Nov 2025 18:47:40 -0400
Subject: [Fot] Fot Digest, Vol 108, Issue 202
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Received posters.  Thank you very much. Will frame them. Bob


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> FROM THE KASTNER COLLECTION: FUNDING THE KASTNER CUP SERIES.
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> Kastner, the CALSALES SERVICE MANAGER,  commemorated his CHAMPIONSHIP win in 1959 by self producing a poster. The remaining poster traveled with him throughout his life. It became tattered and brittle. We commissioned David Townsend to restore the badly damaged poster. It is a generous 17? x22? in size and shipped in mailing tube.
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From tr4racing at googlemail.com  Mon Nov  3 01:50:26 2025
From: tr4racing at googlemail.com (tr4racing at googlemail.com)
Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2025 09:50:26 +0100
Subject: [Fot] Southwick Conversion - keeping the bearing in place?
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Hi Guys,

I have a question.
My TR8 is running on Mustang axles. They are quite similar to the Southwick system.

I have heard that the securing ring on the axle which keeps the bearing in place can be pressed or I have "heard" they need to be shrinked on.
Making the ring red hot and slide it on the axle shaft in place.

What is right? Pressing on - which would be easy, or shrinking, what I didn't do before.

The reason I'm asking, the bearings don't stay in place and the shaft moves in the bearing. The securing ring is not strong enough.

Cheers
Chris
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From vfracing at aol.com  Mon Nov  3 04:10:35 2025
From: vfracing at aol.com (vfracing at aol.com)
Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2025 11:10:35 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Fot] Southwick Conversion - keeping the bearing in place?
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References: <mailman.1.1760464802.16958.fot@autox.team.net>
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Message-ID: <1547284724.2052444.1762168235792@mail.yahoo.com>

 Hi Chris;
I have always pressed the securing ring on the shaft. ?To remove I use heat.
This has worked well for me on other Fords and Dana axles.
It sounds to me as if the shaft is too small in diameter if the inner race of the bearing spins on the shaft. I'm not sure if some red loctite on the shaft would work well enough to secure it or not. ?Dealing with a safety issue here. ?Perhaps a new axle shaft?
Missed you at the Kastner Cup this year.
Regards,
Phil
    On Monday, November 3, 2025 at 03:58:34 AM EST, Chris Marx via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:   

 Hi Guys,

I have a question.
My TR8 is running on Mustang axles. They are quite similar to the Southwick system.

I have heard that the securing ring on the axle which keeps the bearing in place can be pressed or I have "heard" they need to be shrinked on.
Making the ring red hot and slide it on the axle shaft in place.

What is right? Pressing on - which would be easy, or shrinking, what I didn't do before.

The reason I'm asking, the bearings don't stay in place and the shaft moves in the bearing. The securing ring is not strong enough.

Cheers
Chris
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From tr4racing at googlemail.com  Mon Nov  3 06:41:18 2025
From: tr4racing at googlemail.com (tr4racing at googlemail.com)
Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2025 14:41:18 +0100
Subject: [Fot] Southwick Conversion - keeping the bearing in place?
In-Reply-To: <1547284724.2052444.1762168235792@mail.yahoo.com>
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 <1547284724.2052444.1762168235792@mail.yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <001c01dc4cc7$89355950$9ba00bf0$@gmail.com>

Hi Phil,

 

thank you for your input.

Indeed only the left axle shows this problem. Never did the right axle.

 

I will try to make it to the Mosport Kastner Cup next year.

 

Cheers

Chris

 

 

From: vfracing at aol.com <vfracing at aol.com> 
Sent: Monday, November 3, 2025 12:11 PM
To: fot at autox.team.net; tr4racing at googlemail.com
Subject: Re: [Fot] Southwick Conversion - keeping the bearing in place?

 

Hi Chris;

 

I have always pressed the securing ring on the shaft.  To remove I use heat.

 

This has worked well for me on other Fords and Dana axles.

 

It sounds to me as if the shaft is too small in diameter if the inner race of the bearing spins on the shaft. I'm not sure if some red loctite on the shaft would work well enough to secure it or not.  Dealing with a safety issue here.  Perhaps a new axle shaft?

 

Missed you at the Kastner Cup this year.

 

Regards,

 

Phil

 

On Monday, November 3, 2025 at 03:58:34 AM EST, Chris Marx via Fot <fot at autox.team.net <mailto:fot at autox.team.net> > wrote: 

 

 

Hi Guys,

I have a question.
My TR8 is running on Mustang axles. They are quite similar to the Southwick system.

I have heard that the securing ring on the axle which keeps the bearing in place can be pressed or I have "heard" they need to be shrinked on.
Making the ring red hot and slide it on the axle shaft in place.

What is right? Pressing on - which would be easy, or shrinking, what I didn't do before.

The reason I'm asking, the bearings don't stay in place and the shaft moves in the bearing. The securing ring is not strong enough.

Cheers
Chris

 

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From lymanazhd at yahoo.com  Mon Nov  3 07:01:34 2025
From: lymanazhd at yahoo.com (Lyman Scherer)
Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2025 07:01:34 -0700
Subject: [Fot] Southwick Conversion - keeping the bearing in place?
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From dlhogye at comcast.net  Mon Nov  3 08:50:55 2025
From: dlhogye at comcast.net (DAVE HOGYE)
Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2025 07:50:55 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Fot] Southwick Conversion - keeping the bearing in place?
In-Reply-To: <002301dc4c9e$e68b39e0$b3a1ada0$@gmail.com>
References: <mailman.1.1760464802.16958.fot@autox.team.net>
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Hi Chris,
I have pressed the retainers on and have removed them with a cut-off disc.  Of course I don't cut through the retainer, but close enough to finish with a chisel.  I found that the retainers are available in two widths. The wide one would have more retaining tension.  But, as someone suggested, the axle diameter dimension may be in question too. 
Best, Dave H.

From vintageclassicsus at outlook.com  Mon Nov  3 09:25:04 2025
From: vintageclassicsus at outlook.com (Tony Garmey)
Date: Mon, 3 Nov 2025 16:25:04 +0000
Subject: [Fot] Southwick Conversion - keeping the bearing in place?
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Common problem on early ford( lotus 7/ cortina:escort). Tach weld the collar in place after pressing on a new one .
Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 3, 2025, at 8:07?AM, DAVE HOGYE via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
>
> ?Hi Chris,
> I have pressed the retainers on and have removed them with a cut-off disc.  Of course I don't cut through the retainer, but close enough to finish with a chisel.  I found that the retainers are available in two widths. The wide one would have more retaining tension.  But, as someone suggested, the axle diameter dimension may be in question too.
> Best, Dave H.
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From continuedlegacy1 at gmail.com  Wed Nov  5 08:57:17 2025
From: continuedlegacy1 at gmail.com (Shawn Frank)
Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2025 09:57:17 -0600
Subject: [Fot] P25, P26, and P27
Message-ID: <CAJRV2eYHsa+phWOhra+n15yE0kAF=37qefSKDb6_D_eEBYurNg@mail.gmail.com>

Below are Dropbox links to photos from the Kastner Cup 2025 at Lime Rock
Park for P25 Claude Gagne, P26 David Amys, and P27 Mathieu Huovinen.

I am almost done with this series of photos from the Kastner Cup that
includes all the Triumph racers that were at Lime Rock.

I am already excited about next year.

Dropbox links:

P25 Claude Gagne:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/xuurt04m2b6xbzyhbp4hc/ACLTND3YlpNpMcnF1Uttyl0?rlkey=2m0o6rzc99puav775p33v7fn0&st=gyzffgkm&dl=0

P26 Davis Amys:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/5j8u2hjngmv0htq9xaws1/AGXLyQrBoH9d8z1lbbZS3Rk?rlkey=azsexkyv69arp54fnntto0ahp&st=vcmhmvg8&dl=0

P27 Mathieu Huovinen:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/f73zcjufkcybwujafgqtd/AMYtetSGcreZmQO3deDuhFM?rlkey=ozknymkl12cvk737yc3ktvui7&st=mv445u2v&dl=0

*Shawn Frank*



*The Vintage Triumph Magazine - EditorNorth American Triumphs (FKA Spitfire
& GT6 Magazine) - OwnerContinued Legacy Photo - OwnerIowa British Car
ClubFriends of Triumph - Media515-339-4228'71 Triumph Spitfire MKIV
"Gertrude"*
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From vintageclassicsus at outlook.com  Wed Nov  5 15:55:06 2025
From: vintageclassicsus at outlook.com (Tony Garmey)
Date: Wed, 5 Nov 2025 22:55:06 +0000
Subject: [Fot] TR3/4 New cam
Message-ID: <MWHPR0401MB362673F3730A20CCD501CD6CABC5A@MWHPR0401MB3626.namprd04.prod.outlook.com>

For sale : $400 with shipping to the lower 48.
Racetorations - New as in brand new ( not a regrind) fast road camshaft

Cheers
TG

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From tr4racing at googlemail.com  Thu Nov  6 03:08:04 2025
From: tr4racing at googlemail.com (tr4racing at googlemail.com)
Date: Thu, 6 Nov 2025 11:08:04 +0100
Subject: [Fot] Southwick Conversion - keeping the bearing in place?
In-Reply-To: <MWHPR0401MB36261F2B4D4F90BDA6AFF443ABC7A@MWHPR0401MB3626.namprd04.prod.outlook.com>
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Hi Tony,

We did that at the tracksite when the shaft moved out.
Normally it is no problem, but Lausitzring is an anti clockwise track which made the left axle moving.
The right axle is doing well. I suppose the fit is tighter than on the left side.

Cheers
Chris

-----Original Message-----
From: Tony Garmey <vintageclassicsus at outlook.com> 
Sent: Monday, November 3, 2025 5:25 PM
To: DAVE HOGYE <dlhogye at comcast.net>
Cc: tr4racing at googlemail.com; Chris Marx via Fot <fot at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Fot] Southwick Conversion - keeping the bearing in place?

Common problem on early ford( lotus 7/ cortina:escort). Tach weld the collar in place after pressing on a new one .
Sent from my iPhone

> On Nov 3, 2025, at 8:07?AM, DAVE HOGYE via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
>
> ?Hi Chris,
> I have pressed the retainers on and have removed them with a cut-off disc.  Of course I don't cut through the retainer, but close enough to finish with a chisel.  I found that the retainers are available in two widths. The wide one would have more retaining tension.  But, as someone suggested, the axle diameter dimension may be in question too.
> Best, Dave H.
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From vintageclassicsus at outlook.com  Tue Nov 11 14:30:04 2025
From: vintageclassicsus at outlook.com (Tony Garmey)
Date: Tue, 11 Nov 2025 21:30:04 +0000
Subject: [Fot] TR full race short block f- sale
Message-ID: <MWHPR0401MB36263CB055D5167DAB104320ABCFA@MWHPR0401MB3626.namprd04.prod.outlook.com>

Greetings :-)

Following on from Lime rock and the Glen , I?ve decided that the last thing my ?rowdy 3 ? needs is more HP !

I?m offering up my new assembled short block !
89mm
Custom 7 inch long rods.
Custom slipper (1 mm rings) pistons
DLC pins
Moldex 12 bolt - one piece rear main seal Crankshaft
Lite flywheel to match ( for 7 1/4 clutch)
BFE 24 cam
Aluminum water pump

$$ POA $$
Shipping will be included to the lower 48

PM or Tx ( 2 zero six 612 1782) for more details .

Thanks
Tony Garmey




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From bdolan1776 at gmail.com  Wed Nov 12 11:41:50 2025
From: bdolan1776 at gmail.com (Brian Dolan)
Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:41:50 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Dolan Gt6 on BAT
Message-ID: <CAL43nSnvPgcuVN5ctCKyMe7VV0XT65UNbTbngWzsoD4-X2=eGw@mail.gmail.com>

Hi FOT,
I'm pruning the tree a little and selling a beautiful 1969 Gt6 I bought out
of Texas back in 2018 for the Kastner Cup.

I think I disclosed everything there is to know in the listing!

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1969-triumph-gt6-21/

- Brian
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From chasgee22 at gmail.com  Wed Nov 12 14:58:38 2025
From: chasgee22 at gmail.com (chasgee22 at gmail.com)
Date: Wed, 12 Nov 2025 16:58:38 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Dolan Gt6 on BAT
In-Reply-To: <CAL43nSnvPgcuVN5ctCKyMe7VV0XT65UNbTbngWzsoD4-X2=eGw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAL43nSnvPgcuVN5ctCKyMe7VV0XT65UNbTbngWzsoD4-X2=eGw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <38245F4C-0377-4530-B436-771C10237615@gmail.com>

Nice car Brian, good luck with the sale!

Chuck

> On Nov 12, 2025, at 1:51?PM, Brian Dolan via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?
> Hi FOT,
> I'm pruning the tree a little and selling a beautiful 1969 Gt6 I bought out of Texas back in 2018 for the Kastner Cup. 
> 
> I think I disclosed everything there is to know in the listing! 
> 
> https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1969-triumph-gt6-21/
> 
> - Brian
> _______________________________________________
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From ofracer at gmail.com  Tue Nov 18 09:21:30 2025
From: ofracer at gmail.com (Mike Harmuth)
Date: Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:21:30 -0500
Subject: [Fot] K Cup reg open, what class?
Message-ID: <CAO0FjVbU+zO3Q7G3tH+NbjB9F=d5h3UXCmatuQV1VRYVTMjTEw@mail.gmail.com>

FYI, registration for next year's Kastner cup is open.

https://www.motorsportreg.com/events/2026-varac-vintage-grand-prix-canadian-tire-motorsport-park-canada-550727

I've never been to the track and it looks like they want you to register
based on track times. Any Spitfire racers know what a mid field runner's
time or class I should select?

thanks
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From yellow04 at tr4racer.com  Tue Nov 18 09:32:59 2025
From: yellow04 at tr4racer.com (yellow04 at tr4racer.com)
Date: Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:32:59 -0500
Subject: [Fot] 2026 VARAC Vintage Grand Prix - Registration ALMOST ready to
 open!!!
In-Reply-To: <SN6PR01MB46222197B00CA2D67FC9EC7FBDD6A@SN6PR01MB4622.prod.exchangelabs.com>
References: <AF6EDAE9-973F-4863-9BC2F886EC58F35C@MotorsportReg.com>
 <SN6PR01MB46222197B00CA2D67FC9EC7FBDD6A@SN6PR01MB4622.prod.exchangelabs.com>
Message-ID: <a8785a7a4892eff5ffa03b412a6ac5ff@tr4racer.com>

I just received the announcement that registration is now open for the 
VARAC Vintage Grand Prix, home of the 2026 Kastner Cup! I am sure some 
of you have received it as well.

As I was trying to register, I realized there is some confusion on how 
VARAC will want us to fill out the page, so I called my contact. We 
realized the registration page still needs a little tweaking, so please 
hold off registering until you get my next email on the subject!

Thanks for your patience.

Henry Frye
Kastner Cup chair 2026 - Return to Mosport!
860.508.3118

From yellow04 at tr4racer.com  Tue Nov 18 15:58:04 2025
From: yellow04 at tr4racer.com (yellow04 at tr4racer.com)
Date: Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:58:04 -0500
Subject: [Fot] 2026 VARAC Vintage Grand Prix - Registration is open!
In-Reply-To: <a8785a7a4892eff5ffa03b412a6ac5ff@tr4racer.com>
References: <AF6EDAE9-973F-4863-9BC2F886EC58F35C@MotorsportReg.com>
 <SN6PR01MB46222197B00CA2D67FC9EC7FBDD6A@SN6PR01MB4622.prod.exchangelabs.com>
 <a8785a7a4892eff5ffa03b412a6ac5ff@tr4racer.com>
Message-ID: <700d8b73a7e2d824a8d7408cb50ce0df@tr4racer.com>

Apologies for getting waived off, but we have made it around the track 
and they have thrown the green flag this time!

Registration is open (and pretty much correct) for the 2026 VARAC 
Vintage Grand Prix, home of the 24th running for the Kastner Cup!

They run things a little different up in Canada, so bear with me here.

Click the link to the motorsportsreg registration page.  -->  
www.msreg.com/2026-VARAC-VGP

Fill out as you normally do, and when you come to 1st Car Entry, you 
will be choosing either Group 1, 2A, 2B, or Group 3.

Group 1 is for cars that will run lap times under 1:45.
Group 2A is for cars that will run from 1:45 to 1:47.5
Group 2B is for cars that will run from 1:47.5 to 1:50
Group 3 is for cars that will run lap times over 1:50

So, how do you know what your lap time will be at a track you never ran? 
Great question! My best advice would be to not be too ambitious, it will 
be easy to move into the faster group, but might take a little more 
explaining to move into a slower group! The good news is everyone who 
has not raced on Mosport is required to run test day on Thursday, so you 
will have some idea before the first qualifying session where you 
belong. But for the sake of registering, here's my take.

To turn a good lap at Mosport, you need to be comfortable with 
maintaining high speed in corners. I'll post some good in-car video for 
folks to see what I am talking about. You only brake hard for turn 5, 
and brake moderately hard for turn 3. The rest of the corners are either 
no brakes or a confidence brush. Keep that in mind as you choose your 
group!

If you are one of the faster racers, you know who you are, select Group 
1. For reference, if you qualified top 10 at Lime Rock this year, you 
will most probably end up in Group 1.

A well driven TR4 or GT6, Group 2A with the likelihood of getting bumped 
to Group 1

A well driven TR3, Group 2B

As our Spitfires range from uber-fast to normal fast, they are going to 
fall all over the place. Tim Slater comes every year with his 1147 
Spitfire and drives the wheels off it turning 1:50's, while I have no 
doubt the Darrow brothers will be in Group 1.

Drivers who can remember removing their rookie stripes, think Group 3. 
In all probability, the track will be like no other you have 
experienced, it feels incredibly fast with blind turns and massive 
elevation changes.

Once you have gotten past the 1st Car entry, the next thing you need to 
select is Kastner Cup. Make sure the car choice is correct.

Then you will select the MG/TR Challenge. For class, chose Triumph in 
MG/TR Challenge.

At the bottom of the page you might see an entry for the Rudy Bartling 
Special Race. My conversations with VARAC led me to believe this race is 
not being held this year, but it was there when I registered, and I 
signed up for it. Feel free to do so, but it might just not be 
happening!

We will get a $100 discount for signing up before December 31, so please 
take advantage of the discount!

Thanks everybody!

Henry Frye
KCup Chair, 2026
860.508.3118

From yellow04 at tr4racer.com  Wed Nov 19 05:16:31 2025
From: yellow04 at tr4racer.com (yellow04 at tr4racer.com)
Date: Wed, 19 Nov 2025 07:16:31 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Some laps around Mosport
Message-ID: <57e98e1bd0f3a970f05578f25ddea179@tr4racer.com>

As promised, here is some in-car video. This is the session I finally 
ran sub-1:40, I was racing with Bill Bartlett in his Lotus 7.

https://youtu.be/sASQejuL_ko

Highlights of driving Mosport:

Turn 1, no brakes, blind entry, downhill right hander
Turn 2, no brakes, blind entry, uphill, then steep downhill, double apex 
left hander
Turn 3, moderate brakes, decreasing radius right hander
Turn 4, steep downhill, more of a kink, go as fast as you dare
Turn 5, heavy brakes, uphill right, immediately followed by
Turn 5A, downhill right, get it right for longest straight on course
Turn 6 and 7, kinks in back straight, wide open
Turn 8, confidence brake, very fast right hand sweeper
Turn 9, moderate brakes, left hander, focus on setting up for 10
Turn 10, confidence or no brakes, right hander leading to start/finish

Turns 1, 2 and 8 are where the good lap times are made, but screw up 5A 
and your lap time will suffer immensely.

Don't forget, registration is now open!  www.msreg.com/2026-VARAC-VGP

Cheers

Henry Frye
Kastner Cup chair - 2026
860.508.3118

From fmccjr at aol.com  Wed Nov 19 06:30:04 2025
From: fmccjr at aol.com (fmccjr at aol.com)
Date: Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:30:04 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Fot] K Cup reg open, what class?
In-Reply-To: <CAO0FjVbU+zO3Q7G3tH+NbjB9F=d5h3UXCmatuQV1VRYVTMjTEw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAO0FjVbU+zO3Q7G3tH+NbjB9F=d5h3UXCmatuQV1VRYVTMjTEw@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <524060418.9869804.1763559004486@mail.yahoo.com>

Mike, my best time was 1:52, if that helps. However, after watching Henry?s video I see where some time can be gained, even with non sticky?VSCCA legal tires. (Note to self?don?t forget to pack?the cohones next time!)When I registered last year I think I marked down 2:30 (I forgot what my times were- but they were a LOT slower than this year). They put me in a class by myself, ?HR5-X?,?and I WON. ??

Rick McCurdy?


Sent from the all new AOL app for iOS


On Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 5:38 PM, Mike Harmuth via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:

FYI, registration?for next year's Kastner cup is open.
https://www.motorsportreg.com/events/2026-varac-vintage-grand-prix-canadian-tire-motorsport-park-canada-550727
I've never been to the track and it looks like they want you to register based on track times. Any Spitfire racers know what a mid field runner's? time or class I should select?
thanksmike h_______________________________________________
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From chasgee22 at gmail.com  Wed Nov 19 15:37:46 2025
From: chasgee22 at gmail.com (chasgee22 at gmail.com)
Date: Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:37:46 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Some laps around Mosport
In-Reply-To: <57e98e1bd0f3a970f05578f25ddea179@tr4racer.com>
References: <57e98e1bd0f3a970f05578f25ddea179@tr4racer.com>
Message-ID: <D8703CC1-EA93-4A2F-AF3B-E09E73283E72@gmail.com>

Looks like a fun track.  Thanks for the tips!

Chuck

> On Nov 19, 2025, at 7:25?AM, Henry Frye via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?As promised, here is some in-car video. This is the session I finally ran sub-1:40, I was racing with Bill Bartlett in his Lotus 7.
> 
> https://youtu.be/sASQejuL_ko
> 
> Highlights of driving Mosport:
> 
> Turn 1, no brakes, blind entry, downhill right hander
> Turn 2, no brakes, blind entry, uphill, then steep downhill, double apex left hander
> Turn 3, moderate brakes, decreasing radius right hander
> Turn 4, steep downhill, more of a kink, go as fast as you dare
> Turn 5, heavy brakes, uphill right, immediately followed by
> Turn 5A, downhill right, get it right for longest straight on course
> Turn 6 and 7, kinks in back straight, wide open
> Turn 8, confidence brake, very fast right hand sweeper
> Turn 9, moderate brakes, left hander, focus on setting up for 10
> Turn 10, confidence or no brakes, right hander leading to start/finish
> 
> Turns 1, 2 and 8 are where the good lap times are made, but screw up 5A and your lap time will suffer immensely.
> 
> Don't forget, registration is now open!  www.msreg.com/2026-VARAC-VGP
> 
> Cheers
> 
> Henry Frye
> Kastner Cup chair - 2026
> 860.508.3118
> _______________________________________________
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> 
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From ofracer at gmail.com  Thu Nov 20 07:15:17 2025
From: ofracer at gmail.com (Mike Harmuth)
Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:15:17 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Pittrace auction
Message-ID: <CAO0FjVYFPJx-4G_gvd3WbvQBnE6YYPO6FJR5GtRvcDmeBBya_w@mail.gmail.com>

FYI
Anyone need 9 miles of Armco for their backyard test track?

Description
Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Closing After 25 Years
Trucks, Autos, Tractors, Maintenance Equipment, 29 Mini Racing Karts, 9
Miles Of Guardrail, Chain-Link Fence, 1985 Shelby Cobra Replica Ford 427,
1985 Jaguar XJS V-12, (8) BMW Autos, (8) Ford Taurus, Autos, Roll-Back &
Dump Trucks, 1986 Spartan Fire Truck, Concrete Blocks & Highway Barriers,
Kitchen & Bathroom Fixtures, VentTrac 4500, Lifetime Tables & Chairs, (2)
Sodi Two-Seat Race Karts, (29) One-Seat Birel Karts, Two-Post Car Lift &
Car Elevator; Shop Tools, Shelving, Etc.
Rusty Kiko - 24920

https://www.proxibid.com/Kiko-Auctioneers/Trucks-Autos-Race-Karts-Rusty-24920/event-catalog/289112

NFI
mike h
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From chasgee22 at gmail.com  Thu Nov 20 08:05:32 2025
From: chasgee22 at gmail.com (Chuck Gee)
Date: Thu, 20 Nov 2025 10:05:32 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Pittrace auction
In-Reply-To: <CAO0FjVYFPJx-4G_gvd3WbvQBnE6YYPO6FJR5GtRvcDmeBBya_w@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAO0FjVYFPJx-4G_gvd3WbvQBnE6YYPO6FJR5GtRvcDmeBBya_w@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <62F4801D-49FF-4B04-809E-D0CA4EEBF067@gmail.com>

Lots of neat stuff at that auction, but what a shame it is!

I know a guy who would be interested in the two workbenches with all that Rotella oil?

Chuck

> On Nov 20, 2025, at 9:35?AM, Mike Harmuth via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
> 
> ?
> FYI
> Anyone need 9 miles of Armco for their backyard test track?
> 
> Description
> Pittsburgh International Race Complex, Closing After 25 Years
> Trucks, Autos, Tractors, Maintenance Equipment, 29 Mini Racing Karts, 9 Miles Of Guardrail, Chain-Link Fence, 1985 Shelby Cobra Replica Ford 427, 1985 Jaguar XJS V-12, (8) BMW Autos, (8) Ford Taurus, Autos, Roll-Back & Dump Trucks, 1986 Spartan Fire Truck, Concrete Blocks & Highway Barriers, Kitchen & Bathroom Fixtures, VentTrac 4500, Lifetime Tables & Chairs, (2) Sodi Two-Seat Race Karts, (29) One-Seat Birel Karts, Two-Post Car Lift & Car Elevator; Shop Tools, Shelving, Etc.
> Rusty Kiko - 24920
> 
> https://www.proxibid.com/Kiko-Auctioneers/Trucks-Autos-Race-Karts-Rusty-24920/event-catalog/289112
> 
> NFI
> mike h
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From yellow04 at tr4racer.com  Sat Nov 22 05:20:36 2025
From: yellow04 at tr4racer.com (yellow04 at tr4racer.com)
Date: Sat, 22 Nov 2025 07:20:36 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Introducing new member Eric Butler
Message-ID: <880936b620cb69f47080ee0752711b03@tr4racer.com>

Many followed the BaT auction of Brian Dolan's GT6, I am happy to 
introduce to the group the new oner of the car, Eric Butler.

Eric, feel free to introduce yourself.

Eric Butler <eab7g at virginia.edu>

Henry Frye
KCup chair - 2026 - Return to Mosport

ps. Now would be a good time to register for the 2026 KCup and save 
$100!

  www.msreg.com/2026-VARAC-VGP

From rjl6n at cstone.net  Sat Nov 22 08:22:19 2025
From: rjl6n at cstone.net (R. John Lye)
Date: Sat, 22 Nov 2025 10:22:19 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Introducing new member Eric Butler
In-Reply-To: <880936b620cb69f47080ee0752711b03@tr4racer.com>
References: <880936b620cb69f47080ee0752711b03@tr4racer.com>
Message-ID: <1763824939.7uv0940sg00c4so8@webmail.lumos.net>

Hi Eric,

Welcome to the FOT.  I see that you have a UVA email address.? I retired
from UVA several years ago, and still live in the area (Fluvanna County).?
If there is anything that I can do to help you out, please let me know.? I
would love to stop and see the car sometime.

Best,
John
?





On Sat, 22 Nov 2025 07:20:36 -0500, Henry Frye via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:

Many followed the BaT auction of Brian Dolan's GT6, I am happy to
introduce to the group the new oner of the car, Eric Butler.

Eric, feel free to introduce yourself.

Eric Butler

Henry Frye
KCup chair - 2026 - Return to Mosport

ps. Now would be a good time to register for the 2026 KCup and save
$100!

www.msreg.com/2026-VARAC-VGP
_______________________________________________
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From mecook at mindspring.com  Sun Nov 23 08:19:11 2025
From: mecook at mindspring.com (Mark Cook)
Date: Sun, 23 Nov 2025 15:19:11 +0000
Subject: [Fot] TR Body Parts - Steve Choquette
Message-ID: <1858efa9-7e3b-711a-32de-96b81d05bb1f@mindspring.com>

All,

In case anyone is interested in hard to find body parts.  I was looking for a scuttle panel/top plate as I am rebuilding my "project" TR6.  As most are aware, this part is NLA, and only available on a "made on order" basis from British Motor Heritage through Moss Motors for about $1,200.  And, there is no guarantee of fit.  

I tripped across a post on Triumph Experience about Steve Choquette, based in Erin, Ontario CA (outside Mississauga). 

https://www.triumphexp.com/forum/buy-sell-and-trade-forum.5/triumph-body-shells-frames-wings-tr-2-3-4.1920268/

Steve had a parts car and believed he could cut it off for me to use.  This was no easy job as the scuttle panel is spot welded onto the body of the TR4, 250 and 6.  So, with a GREAT amount of effort, Steve cut this part off the TR parts car, cleaned the underside and treated the part with rust converter.  He also left the tacked spots so I a could see the reattachment points and where it would need to be grinded through.   This took far more work, time and effort than Steve expected.  He was gracious, kept me updated throughout the process and let me know when he actually shipped it.   

I received the part in less than a week after Steve shipped it.  Steve was not done.  He wanted to make sure I knew what it might require to attached this part onto my TR6.   His phone lines went down (due to cable theft), so he emailed me a detailed explanation on attaching the part.

Steve Choquette's contact information is below.  Steve will respond to emails, but prefers phone calls with more difficult parts and to ensure the exact requirements.  

Land line:  905 873 1774 
Email:         triumph at live.ca 
Alternate:  647 894 1774

Thanks,

Mark Cook
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From mecook at mindspring.com  Mon Nov 24 09:37:42 2025
From: mecook at mindspring.com (Mark Cook)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:37:42 +0000
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
Message-ID: <dc0c9d95-a0f6-2c01-6f89-43b96e13ab1d@mindspring.com>

Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing out.  Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to purchase?

Thanks,

Mark Cook
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From jason at jsperformancemotoring.com  Mon Nov 24 09:51:08 2025
From: jason at jsperformancemotoring.com (JS Performance Motoring, LLC)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:51:08 -0500
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
In-Reply-To: <dc0c9d95-a0f6-2c01-6f89-43b96e13ab1d@mindspring.com>
References: <dc0c9d95-a0f6-2c01-6f89-43b96e13ab1d@mindspring.com>
Message-ID: <CAEN1C=Q=VH7EnyyfbPaU2S753+LXHGcFmm+QOV-Mttyt5i1DiQ@mail.gmail.com>

Mark,
        The lower cost quick racks are described as "not suitable for
competition use".   Made in Argentina if I'm not mistaken.  I've heard
stories of these failing on the track.

On my GT6, I've been running the Made in Germany version sourced from BPNW
with good luck.
I see they also offer that in the TR6 fitment.

This is the stock ratio, not a quick version.




Jason Sukey
JS Performance Motoring, LLC
440.984.7720
jason at jsperformancemotoring.com
www.jspmparts.com
https://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/


On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 11:45?AM Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net>
wrote:

> Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing
> out.  Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to
> purchase?
>
>
>
> Thanks,
>
>
>
> Mark Cook
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From mecook at mindspring.com  Mon Nov 24 10:03:46 2025
From: mecook at mindspring.com (Mark Cook)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:03:46 +0000
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
Message-ID: <c0522468-28bf-af5a-6502-2634511a4eaa@mindspring.com>

Jason,

Thanks - based on the cheaper price at $286, the BPNW quick rack must be the lower quality Argentine version, than the stock one for $441 which they clearly state is made in Germany.

Appreciate the info!

Mark


-----Original Message-----
From: JS Performance Motoring, LLC <jason at jsperformancemotoring.com>
Sent: Nov 24, 2025 11:51 AM
To: Mark Cook <mecook at mindspring.com>
Cc: Friends of Triumph <fot at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?

Mark,
        The lower cost quick racks are described as "not suitable for competition use".   Made in Argentina if I'm not mistaken.  I've heard stories of these failing on the track.
 
 
On my GT6, I've been running the Made in Germany version sourced from BPNW with good luck.  
I see they also offer that in the TR6 fitment. 
 
This is the stock ratio, not a quick version.
 
 
 
 
Jason Sukey
JS Performance Motoring, LLC
440.984.7720
jason at jsperformancemotoring.com (mailto:jason at jsperformancemotoring.com)
www.jspmparts.com (http://www.jspmparts.com)
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On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 11:45?AM Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net (mailto:fot at autox.team.net)> wrote:
Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing out.  Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to purchase?

Thanks,

Mark Cook

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From jason at jsperformancemotoring.com  Mon Nov 24 10:09:58 2025
From: jason at jsperformancemotoring.com (JS Performance Motoring, LLC)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:09:58 -0500
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
In-Reply-To: <c0522468-28bf-af5a-6502-2634511a4eaa@mindspring.com>
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Mark,
         Yes, I think you are correct.  Another case of you get what you
pay for....


Rimmer Bros has the "not for competition use" disclaimer on their page for
the quick rack listing.


Jason Sukey
JS Performance Motoring, LLC
440.984.7720
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www.jspmparts.com
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On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 12:03?PM Mark Cook <mecook at mindspring.com> wrote:

> Jason,
>
>
>
> Thanks - based on the cheaper price at $286, the BPNW quick rack must be
> the lower quality Argentine version, than the stock one for $441 which they
> clearly state is made in Germany.
>
>
>
> Appreciate the info!
>
>
>
> Mark
>
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: JS Performance Motoring, LLC <jason at jsperformancemotoring.com>
> Sent: Nov 24, 2025 11:51 AM
> To: Mark Cook <mecook at mindspring.com>
> Cc: Friends of Triumph <fot at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
>
>
> Mark,
>         The lower cost quick racks are described as "not suitable for
> competition use".   Made in Argentina if I'm not mistaken.  I've heard
> stories of these failing on the track.
>
>
> On my GT6, I've been running the Made in Germany version sourced from BPNW
> with good luck.
> I see they also offer that in the TR6 fitment.
>
> This is the stock ratio, not a quick version.
>
>
>
>
> Jason Sukey
> JS Performance Motoring, LLC
> 440.984.7720
> jason at jsperformancemotoring.com
> www.jspmparts.com
> https://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/
>
> On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 11:45?AM Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net>
> wrote:
>
>> Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing
>> out.  Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to
>> purchase?
>>
>>
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>>
>>
>> Mark Cook
>> _______________________________________________
>> fot at autox.team.net
>>
>> http://www.fot-racing.com
>>
>> Donate: http://www.team.net/donate.html
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From tr6driver at yahoo.com  Mon Nov 24 10:10:36 2025
From: tr6driver at yahoo.com (James Palmer)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:10:36 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Spit or GT6 diff ratio?
References: <80CC3FE9-B2C5-4313-8D80-AA647717DCA6.ref@yahoo.com>
Message-ID: <80CC3FE9-B2C5-4313-8D80-AA647717DCA6@yahoo.com>

I have what looks like a Stanpart ring and pinion for a ?small? Triumph.  In a StanPart box, but the part number is illegible.  By my count,  the pinion gear has eight teeth and the ring gear has 39 teeth.  4.875:1?   What Triumph used that ratio?

Jamie Palmer

From gblake58tr3 at icloud.com  Mon Nov 24 10:57:54 2025
From: gblake58tr3 at icloud.com (Greg Blake)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:57:54 -0600
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
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From jason at jsperformancemotoring.com  Mon Nov 24 11:12:54 2025
From: jason at jsperformancemotoring.com (JS Performance Motoring, LLC)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:12:54 -0500
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
In-Reply-To: <B92F355D-AD20-41D1-BAC5-FF67AD656265@icloud.com>
References: <c0522468-28bf-af5a-6502-2634511a4eaa@mindspring.com>
 <B92F355D-AD20-41D1-BAC5-FF67AD656265@icloud.com>
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Greg,
          I've noticed Moss does have this verbiage with their currently
supplied racks. Likely a CYA measure from their legal department.

"Please note: all our Triumph racks are for street use only ? they are not
suitable for racing of any kind. Modern suspensions and wide sticky tires
generate forces the original Triumph design is simply not designed for,
even with the improvements we have made.  "




Jason Sukey
JS Performance Motoring, LLC
440.984.7720
jason at jsperformancemotoring.com
www.jspmparts.com
https://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/


On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 12:58?PM Greg Blake <gblake58tr3 at icloud.com> wrote:

> Pop?s had one of the quick racks fail on track at the Kastner Cup in 2014.
> We sent it back to Moss and they supposedly redesigned the rack and
> improved it. They sent him a replacement for free.
>
> You may want to reach out to Moss and get the story on what design changes
> they made if you are interested.
>
> Greg
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Nov 24, 2025, at 11:46, Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
>
> ?
>
> Jason,
>
>
>
> Thanks - based on the cheaper price at $286, the BPNW quick rack must be
> the lower quality Argentine version, than the stock one for $441 which they
> clearly state is made in Germany.
>
>
>
> Appreciate the info!
>
>
>
> Mark
>
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: JS Performance Motoring, LLC <jason at jsperformancemotoring.com>
> Sent: Nov 24, 2025 11:51 AM
> To: Mark Cook <mecook at mindspring.com>
> Cc: Friends of Triumph <fot at autox.team.net>
> Subject: Re: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
>
>
> Mark,
>         The lower cost quick racks are described as "not suitable for
> competition use".   Made in Argentina if I'm not mistaken.  I've heard
> stories of these failing on the track.
>
>
> On my GT6, I've been running the Made in Germany version sourced from BPNW
> with good luck.
> I see they also offer that in the TR6 fitment.
>
> This is the stock ratio, not a quick version.
>
>
>
>
> Jason Sukey
> JS Performance Motoring, LLC
> 440.984.7720
> jason at jsperformancemotoring.com
> www.jspmparts.com
> https://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/
>
> On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 11:45?AM Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net>
> wrote:
>
>> Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing
>> out.  Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to
>> purchase?
>>
>>
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>>
>>
>> Mark Cook
>> _______________________________________________
>> fot at autox.team.net
>>
>> http://www.fot-racing.com
>>
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From fubog1 at aol.com  Mon Nov 24 12:12:46 2025
From: fubog1 at aol.com (fubog1)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:12:46 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
In-Reply-To: <CAEN1C=Q=VH7EnyyfbPaU2S753+LXHGcFmm+QOV-Mttyt5i1DiQ@mail.gmail.com>
References: <dc0c9d95-a0f6-2c01-6f89-43b96e13ab1d@mindspring.com>
 <CAEN1C=Q=VH7EnyyfbPaU2S753+LXHGcFmm+QOV-Mttyt5i1DiQ@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <1908410407.772128.1764011566742@mail.yahoo.com>

 What Jason said re the cheap ones, even if it doesn't come apart, as some reports suggest they do, the innards are pretty cheesy & they're not rebuildable.
Glen Efinger

    On Monday, November 24, 2025 at 12:34:07 PM EST, JS Performance Motoring, LLC via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:   

 Mark,? ? ? ? The lower cost quick racks are described as "not suitable for competition use".? ?Made in Argentina if I'm?not mistaken.? I've heard stories of these failing on the track.
On my GT6, I've been running the Made in Germany version sourced from BPNW with good luck.??I see they also offer that in the TR6 fitment.?
This is the stock ratio, not a quick version.



Jason SukeyJS Performance Motoring, LLC
440.984.7720jason at jsperformancemotoring.com
www.jspmparts.comhttps://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/


On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 11:45?AM Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:


Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing out.? Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to purchase?

?

Thanks,

?

Mark Cook
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From dlhogye at comcast.net  Mon Nov 24 12:26:56 2025
From: dlhogye at comcast.net (DAVE HOGYE)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:26:56 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
In-Reply-To: <dc0c9d95-a0f6-2c01-6f89-43b96e13ab1d@mindspring.com>
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I very recently went through an exhaustive process of replacing a rack on a TR3.  I communicated with Moss and others in order to just replace the rack.  I did not want a complete conversion kit.  
The conversion kit in the car was a pre-2010 product installed by Racetorations.  The new kits are completely different.  
I found that Bastuck in Germany sells a kit that is exactly like the original, pre-2010 kit, with heavy steel brackets on each side instead of a one piece light gauge steel bracket in the new kit.  
The Bastuck rack is a nice part and perfectly fit the old mounting brackets.  I discovered that their u-joints and steering shaft were also needed for a direct bolt-in, because the size of the pinion housing is larger, so a shorter u-joint and shaft assembly was needed.  
 
Dave H.

> On 11/24/2025 8:37 AM PST Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
>  
>  
> 
> Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing out.  Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to purchase?
> 
>  
> 
> Thanks,
> 
>  
> 
> Mark Cook
> 
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> 
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From sbarr at McCarty-Law.com  Mon Nov 24 12:38:18 2025
From: sbarr at McCarty-Law.com (Barr, Scott)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 19:38:18 +0000
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
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Most certainly from the legal department?

Scott (B.)

From: Fot <fot-bounces at autox.team.net> On Behalf Of JS Performance Motoring, LLC via Fot
Sent: Monday, November 24, 2025 12:13 PM
To: Greg Blake <gblake58tr3 at icloud.com>
Cc: of Triumph Friends <fot at autox.team.net>
Subject: Re: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?

Greg,
          I've noticed Moss does have this verbiage with their currently supplied racks. Likely a CYA measure from their legal department.

"Please note: all our Triumph racks are for street use only ? they are not suitable for racing of any kind. Modern suspensions and wide sticky tires generate forces the original Triumph design is simply not designed for, even with the improvements we have made.  "




Jason Sukey
JS Performance Motoring, LLC
440.984.7720
jason at jsperformancemotoring.com<mailto:jason at jsperformancemotoring.com>
www.jspmparts.com<http://www.jspmparts.com>
https://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/


On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 12:58?PM Greg Blake <gblake58tr3 at icloud.com<mailto:gblake58tr3 at icloud.com>> wrote:
Pop?s had one of the quick racks fail on track at the Kastner Cup in 2014. We sent it back to Moss and they supposedly redesigned the rack and improved it. They sent him a replacement for free.

You may want to reach out to Moss and get the story on what design changes they made if you are interested.

Greg

Sent from my iPhone


On Nov 24, 2025, at 11:46, Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net<mailto:fot at autox.team.net>> wrote:
?

Jason,



Thanks - based on the cheaper price at $286, the BPNW quick rack must be the lower quality Argentine version, than the stock one for $441 which they clearly state is made in Germany.



Appreciate the info!



Mark





-----Original Message-----
From: JS Performance Motoring, LLC <jason at jsperformancemotoring.com<mailto:jason at jsperformancemotoring.com>>
Sent: Nov 24, 2025 11:51 AM
To: Mark Cook <mecook at mindspring.com<mailto:mecook at mindspring.com>>
Cc: Friends of Triumph <fot at autox.team.net<mailto:fot at autox.team.net>>
Subject: Re: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?


Mark,
        The lower cost quick racks are described as "not suitable for competition use".   Made in Argentina if I'm not mistaken.  I've heard stories of these failing on the track.


On my GT6, I've been running the Made in Germany version sourced from BPNW with good luck.
I see they also offer that in the TR6 fitment.

This is the stock ratio, not a quick version.




Jason Sukey
JS Performance Motoring, LLC
440.984.7720
jason at jsperformancemotoring.com<mailto:jason at jsperformancemotoring.com>
www.jspmparts.com<http://www.jspmparts.com>
https://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/

On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 11:45?AM Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net<mailto:fot at autox.team.net>> wrote:

Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing out.  Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to purchase?



Thanks,



Mark Cook
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From sjanzen at me.com  Mon Nov 24 12:36:30 2025
From: sjanzen at me.com (Scott Janzen)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:36:30 -0500
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
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From tr4 at wi.rr.com  Mon Nov 24 12:58:56 2025
From: tr4 at wi.rr.com (tr4)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:58:56 -0600
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
In-Reply-To: <CAEN1C=R0xMyTitenvXqT_unppSGpcJ2_Azq6_QZk7ZiZxvJKJw@mail.gmail.com>
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I remember some company that made a capturing bracket that fit over the gear housing that prevented it from coming apart.? I know this may not be valuable information because of the lack of info.? I believe the tube would pull out of the housing.Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S23+ 5G, an AT&T 5G smartphone
-------- Original message --------From: "JS Performance Motoring, LLC via Fot" <fot at autox.team.net> Date: 11/24/25  1:40 PM  (GMT-06:00) To: Greg Blake <gblake58tr3 at icloud.com> Cc: of Triumph Friends <fot at autox.team.net> Subject: Re: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source? Greg,? ? ? ? ? I've noticed Moss does have this verbiage with their currently supplied racks.?Likely a CYA measure from their legal department.??"Please note: all our Triumph racks are for street use only ? they are not suitable for racing of any kind. Modern suspensions and wide sticky tires generate forces the original Triumph design is simply not designed for, even with the improvements we have made.? "Jason SukeyJS Performance Motoring, LLC440.984.7720jason at jsperformancemotoring.comwww.jspmparts.comhttps://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 12:58?PM Greg Blake <gblake58tr3 at icloud.com> wrote:Pop?s had one of the quick racks fail on track at the Kastner Cup in 2014. We sent it back to Moss and they supposedly redesigned the rack and improved it. They sent him a replacement for free.?You may want to reach out to Moss and get the story on what design changes they made if you are interested.?GregSent from my iPhoneOn Nov 24, 2025, at 11:46, Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:?Jason,
?
Thanks - based on the cheaper price at $286, the BPNW quick rack must be the lower quality Argentine version, than the stock one for $441 which they clearly state is made in Germany.
?
Appreciate the info!
?
Mark
?
?


-----Original Message-----From: JS Performance Motoring, LLC <jason at jsperformancemotoring.com>Sent: Nov 24, 2025 11:51 AMTo: Mark Cook <mecook at mindspring.com>Cc: Friends of Triumph <fot at autox.team.net>Subject: Re: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
?

Mark,
? ? ? ? The lower cost quick racks are described as "not suitable for competition use".? ?Made in Argentina if I'm?not mistaken.? I've heard stories of these failing on the track.
?
?
On my GT6, I've been running the Made in Germany version sourced from BPNW with good luck.??
I see they also offer that in the TR6 fitment.?
?
This is the stock ratio, not a quick version.
?
?
?
?









Jason Sukey
JS Performance Motoring, LLC
440.984.7720
jason at jsperformancemotoring.com
www.jspmparts.com
https://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/












On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 11:45?AM Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:


Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing out.? Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to purchase?
?
Thanks,
?
Mark Cook

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From gblake58tr3 at icloud.com  Mon Nov 24 13:18:53 2025
From: gblake58tr3 at icloud.com (Greg Blake)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:18:53 -0600
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
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From ofracer at gmail.com  Mon Nov 24 13:34:22 2025
From: ofracer at gmail.com (Mike Harmuth)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 15:34:22 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Spit or GT6 diff ratio?
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>From TriumphSpitfire.com reference section
(Thanks to Shawn Frank)

4.875:1948cc Herald Saloon (G case #) (not interchangeable with 4:55:1)

On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 1:34?PM James Palmer via Fot <fot at autox.team.net>
wrote:

> I have what looks like a Stanpart ring and pinion for a ?small? Triumph.
> In a StanPart box, but the part number is illegible.  By my count,  the
> pinion gear has eight teeth and the ring gear has 39 teeth.  4.875:1?
>  What Triumph used that ratio?
>
> Jamie Palmer
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From mark at bradakis.com  Mon Nov 24 14:11:29 2025
From: mark at bradakis.com (Mark Bradakis)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:11:29 -0700
Subject: [Fot] Spit or GT6 diff ratio?
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On 11/24/25 10:10 AM, James Palmer via Fot wrote:
> I have what looks like a Stanpart ring and pinion for a ?small? Triumph.  In a StanPart box, but the part number is illegible.  By my count,  the pinion gear has eight teeth and the ring gear has 39 teeth.  4.875:1?   What Triumph used that ratio?

I believe that is for an early Herald, don't recall what years though.

mjb.


From robertlangtr6 at yahoo.com  Mon Nov 24 14:41:08 2025
From: robertlangtr6 at yahoo.com (Robert Lang)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 21:41:08 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
In-Reply-To: <dc0c9d95-a0f6-2c01-6f89-43b96e13ab1d@mindspring.com>
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 Hi,
I'll toss in some 411 on this topic.
At the 2021 VRG Pitt Race, or maybe it was the 2022 Kastner Cup, Tivvy expressed "real concern" about my steering rack. There was a lot of play at the passenger side inner steering tie rod. So Ned and I drove the car back to the paddock for a look-see. Turns out the passenger side plastic bushing had turned into 3 or 4 pieces that were floating around in the steering boot. We pulled out the pieces and verified that they could be formed into a complete bushing so we knew there was nothing floating in there that could cause the steering to bind and went back to chat with Tivvy. He gave us a pass under the prevision that we'd replace the rack before Watkins Glen (which we did).
So, in taking apart the unit completely, I can say the following: The quick racks are pretty fun for the street and autox. That said, they suck for racing. There is NO WAY to rebuild them. They are permanently joined inside the rack in other words, you can fix anything with shims and the plastic bushing fails somewhat easily and you can't get the rack apart to install a replacement bushing, even if such a part was available. If I was really convinced that a new rack was the only choice, I would engineer a replacement bushing that could be installed without removing the rack, but that possibility is way outside my skill set.
There was also reports a long time ago about the tubes pulling apart from the pinion housing and Moss used to sell (I haven't checked for a while) a rack mount that "captured" the housing in such a way as to allow partial steering control if that separation occurred.
My conclusion - used racks are still available as-are the inner tie rods and bushings / shims to set the end float to spec, so I strongly recommend that route. Sidebar: I use plastic tie wraps to secure the boots rather than the clamps and/'or wire tie that the stock setup uses and rather than filling the rack with oil, I grease the pinion and then apply a dallop of grease on the inner tie rod end once a year or so. The racks seem to last quite long using that method.
I hope this helps.
Regards,Bob Lang
    On Monday, November 24, 2025 at 11:48:41 AM EST, Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:  
 
 
Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing out.? Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to purchase?

?

Thanks,

?

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From dlhogye at comcast.net  Mon Nov 24 14:58:49 2025
From: dlhogye at comcast.net (DAVE HOGYE)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:58:49 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
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The problem or failure of the racks, was that the tube separates or pulls out from the pinion housing.  
With the post 2010 updated TR3 kit, the rack is mounted by the rack tube to a bracket spanning between the frame members with u-bolts similar to TR4-6.  The pinion housing is not supported, only the tube.  The earlier, pre-2010 Moss TR3 conversion kit as well as Bastucks new kits, used individual brackets with the pinion housing being clamped on one side and the end of the tube on the other side.  This design secures the housing to tube connection and doesn't allow the parts to separate.  
Moss sells a rack safety securing kit, but it is only supposed to prevent complete separation and total loss of steering.  
I haven't looked at the TR6 unit that Bastuck sells, but the TR3 part seems to be a quality item, compared to the others I have recently held in my hands from Moss.  Much better.  
Even the Bastuck rack was not expensive, ~$200. 
Communicating with Bastuck was not easy. 
 
Dave H. 

> On 11/24/2025 11:36 AM PST Scott Janzen via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
>  
>  
> Probably also true for the 57 year old stock track i use.
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> 
> > On Nov 24, 2025, at 2:20?PM, JS Performance Motoring, LLC via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
> > 
> > 
> 
> > Greg,
> >           I've noticed Moss does have this verbiage with their currently supplied racks. Likely a CYA measure from their legal department.
> >   
> > "Please note: all our Triumph racks are for street use only ? they are not suitable for racing of any kind. Modern suspensions and wide sticky tires generate forces the original Triumph design is simply not designed for, even with the improvements we have made.  "
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> > Jason Sukey
> > JS Performance Motoring, LLC
> > 440.984.7720
> > jason at jsperformancemotoring.com mailto:jason at jsperformancemotoring.comhttp://www.jspmparts.com
> > https://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/
> > 
> > On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 12:58?PM Greg Blake <gblake58tr3 at icloud.com mailto:gblake58tr3 at icloud.com> wrote:
> > 
> > > Pop?s had one of the quick racks fail on track at the Kastner Cup in 2014. We sent it back to Moss and they supposedly redesigned the rack and improved it. They sent him a replacement for free. 
> > >  
> > > You may want to reach out to Moss and get the story on what design changes they made if you are interested. 
> > >  
> > > Greg
> > > 
> > > Sent from my iPhone
> > > 
> > > 
> > > > On Nov 24, 2025, at 11:46, Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net mailto:fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
> > > > 
> > > > 
> > > 
> > > > 
> > > > Jason,
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > Thanks - based on the cheaper price at $286, the BPNW quick rack must be the lower quality Argentine version, than the stock one for $441 which they clearly state is made in Germany.
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > Appreciate the info!
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > Mark
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > -----Original Message-----
> > > > From: JS Performance Motoring, LLC <jason at jsperformancemotoring.com mailto:jason at jsperformancemotoring.com>
> > > > Sent: Nov 24, 2025 11:51 AM
> > > > To: Mark Cook <mecook at mindspring.com mailto:mecook at mindspring.com>
> > > > Cc: Friends of Triumph <fot at autox.team.net mailto:fot at autox.team.net>
> > > > Subject: Re: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
> > > > 
> > > >  
> > > > 
> > > > Mark,
> > > >         The lower cost quick racks are described as "not suitable for competition use".   Made in Argentina if I'm not mistaken.  I've heard stories of these failing on the track.
> > > >  
> > > >  
> > > > On my GT6, I've been running the Made in Germany version sourced from BPNW with good luck.  
> > > > I see they also offer that in the TR6 fitment. 
> > > >  
> > > > This is the stock ratio, not a quick version.
> > > >  
> > > >  
> > > >  
> > > >  
> > > > Jason Sukey
> > > > JS Performance Motoring, LLC
> > > > 440.984.7720
> > > > jason at jsperformancemotoring.com mailto:jason at jsperformancemotoring.comhttp://www.jspmparts.com
> > > > https://www.facebook.com/JSPerformanceMotoring/
> > > > 
> > > > On Mon, Nov 24, 2025 at 11:45?AM Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net mailto:fot at autox.team.net> wrote:
> > > > 
> > > > > 
> > > > > Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing out.  Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to purchase?
> > > > > 
> > > > >  
> > > > > 
> > > > > Thanks,
> > > > > 
> > > > >  
> > > > > 
> > > > > Mark Cook
> > > > > 
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> > > > > 
> > > > 
> > > >  
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From mecook at mindspring.com  Mon Nov 24 14:59:16 2025
From: mecook at mindspring.com (Mark Cook)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 16:59:16 -0500
Subject: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?
In-Reply-To: <974019067.841823.1764020469082@mail.yahoo.com>
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Bob,

 

Thanks as well for the background, and appreciate the thoughts on standard vs quick rack.  Always helpful!  We have not decided on whether it is rebuildable, but also thinking ahead if it needs replaced.

 

By the way, who make/sells rebuild kits, if any?

 

Mark

 

From: Robert Lang [mailto:robertlangtr6 at yahoo.com] 
Sent: Monday, November 24, 2025 4:41 PM
To: Mark Cook; FOT Triumph
Subject: Re: [Fot] TR6 Steering quick rack replacement source?

 

Hi,

 

I'll toss in some 411 on this topic.

 

At the 2021 VRG Pitt Race, or maybe it was the 2022 Kastner Cup, Tivvy expressed "real concern" about my steering rack. There was a lot of play at the passenger side inner steering tie rod. So Ned and I drove the car back to the paddock for a look-see. Turns out the passenger side plastic bushing had turned into 3 or 4 pieces that were floating around in the steering boot. We pulled out the pieces and verified that they could be formed into a complete bushing so we knew there was nothing floating in there that could cause the steering to bind and went back to chat with Tivvy. He gave us a pass under the prevision that we'd replace the rack before Watkins Glen (which we did).

 

So, in taking apart the unit completely, I can say the following: The quick racks are pretty fun for the street and autox. That said, they suck for racing. There is NO WAY to rebuild them. They are permanently joined inside the rack in other words, you can fix anything with shims and the plastic bushing fails somewhat easily and you can't get the rack apart to install a replacement bushing, even if such a part was available. If I was really convinced that a new rack was the only choice, I would engineer a replacement bushing that could be installed without removing the rack, but that possibility is way outside my skill set.

 

There was also reports a long time ago about the tubes pulling apart from the pinion housing and Moss used to sell (I haven't checked for a while) a rack mount that "captured" the housing in such a way as to allow partial steering control if that separation occurred.

 

My conclusion - used racks are still available as-are the inner tie rods and bushings / shims to set the end float to spec, so I strongly recommend that route. Sidebar: I use plastic tie wraps to secure the boots rather than the clamps and/'or wire tie that the stock setup uses and rather than filling the rack with oil, I grease the pinion and then apply a dallop of grease on the inner tie rod end once a year or so. The racks seem to last quite long using that method.

 

I hope this helps.

 

Regards,

Bob Lang

 

On Monday, November 24, 2025 at 11:48:41 AM EST, Mark Cook via Fot <fot at autox.team.net> wrote: 

 

 

Looking to replace one of my TR6 race car steering racks which is wearing out.  Other than a 2.5 quick rack, any particular recommendations, where to purchase?

 

Thanks,

 

Mark Cook

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From tr6driver at yahoo.com  Mon Nov 24 18:26:50 2025
From: tr6driver at yahoo.com (James Palmer)
Date: Mon, 24 Nov 2025 20:26:50 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Thank you, all!
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I appreciate all the replies on my ring and pinion!  
Jamie Palmer

From michaelndeweerd at gmail.com  Tue Nov 25 19:38:29 2025
From: michaelndeweerd at gmail.com (Michael Deweerd)
Date: Tue, 25 Nov 2025 21:38:29 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Not Triumph but serious cool.
Message-ID: <CAHAH3R4sYTwePMQMObNcjfCkSCBfSVNTbG9nqhukZj5zLOcSEQ@mail.gmail.com>

Check out my friend's Ford Anglia Race car now for sale  a good deal and
just north of the border.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1623814092363250/?ref=browse_tab&referral_code=marketplace_top_picks&referral_story_type=top_picks

No financial interest  sad to see it be sold

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From ofracer at gmail.com  Thu Nov 27 10:58:26 2025
From: ofracer at gmail.com (Mike Harmuth)
Date: Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:58:26 -0500
Subject: [Fot] K Cup helmet rules
Message-ID: <CAO0FjVZnm9_Za-gf-15cfiaBW7msACZn_ZzqtKRrVGs-i1+zSA@mail.gmail.com>

With Black Friday sales on tap, does anyone know if they'll be allowing
SA2015 helmets in Canada next year? In the US, every group I've spoken to
is grandfathering them in through 2026. In 2027, I'll need a new one, just
wondering if I need to do it sooner.

Happy Thanksgiving

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From mhmolson at gmail.com  Thu Nov 27 13:34:28 2025
From: mhmolson at gmail.com (Matt Molson)
Date: Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:34:28 -0400
Subject: [Fot] Fwd:  K Cup helmet rules
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>From our race director.
Matt

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From: Ted Michalos <Ted at hoyes.com>
Date: Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 4:30?PM
Subject: RE: [Fot] K Cup helmet rules
To: colleen samila <colleensamila at gmail.com>
CC: Matt Molson <mhmolson at gmail.com>


2015 helmets are valid until Dec 31, 2026.



Ted Michalos

Race Director



*From:* colleen samila <colleensamila at gmail.com>
*Sent:* November 27, 2025 3:25 PM
*To:* Ted Michalos <Ted at Hoyes.com>
*Cc:* Matt Molson <mhmolson at gmail.com>
*Subject:* Fwd: [Fot] K Cup helmet rules



Over to you Ted  -  if you could impart your wisdom it would be appreciated.



Thanks

Colleen


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*Subject:* *Fwd: [Fot] K Cup helmet rules*

?Hi Colleen, any input here.



MATT MOLSON

MASTER RESTORER





C:*416 709 4169*






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*Subject:* *[Fot] K Cup helmet rules*
*Reply-To:* Mike Harmuth <ofracer at gmail.com>

?

With Black Friday sales on tap, does anyone know if they'll be allowing
SA2015 helmets in Canada next year? In the US, every group I've spoken to
is grandfathering them in through 2026. In 2027, I'll need a new one, just
wondering if I need to do it sooner.



Happy Thanksgiving



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From ofracer at gmail.com  Thu Nov 27 13:58:42 2025
From: ofracer at gmail.com (Mike Harmuth)
Date: Thu, 27 Nov 2025 15:58:42 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Fwd: K Cup helmet rules
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Thanks, that's the same directive we have here in the US from the SCCA.

mike h

On Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 3:48?PM Matt Molson via Fot <fot at autox.team.net>
wrote:

> From our race director.
> Matt
>
> ---------- Forwarded message ---------
> From: Ted Michalos <Ted at hoyes.com>
> Date: Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 4:30?PM
> Subject: RE: [Fot] K Cup helmet rules
> To: colleen samila <colleensamila at gmail.com>
> CC: Matt Molson <mhmolson at gmail.com>
>
>
> 2015 helmets are valid until Dec 31, 2026.
>
>
>
> Ted Michalos
>
> Race Director
>
>
>
> *From:* colleen samila <colleensamila at gmail.com>
> *Sent:* November 27, 2025 3:25 PM
> *To:* Ted Michalos <Ted at Hoyes.com>
> *Cc:* Matt Molson <mhmolson at gmail.com>
> *Subject:* Fwd: [Fot] K Cup helmet rules
>
>
>
> Over to you Ted  -  if you could impart your wisdom it would be
> appreciated.
>
>
>
> Thanks
>
> Colleen
>
>
> Begin forwarded message:
>
> *From:* Matt Molson <mhmolson at gmail.com>
> *Date:* November 27, 2025 at 2:36:28?PM EST
> *To:* colleen samila <colleensamila at gmail.com>
> *Subject:* *Fwd: [Fot] K Cup helmet rules*
>
> ?Hi Colleen, any input here.
>
>
>
> MATT MOLSON
>
> MASTER RESTORER
>
>
>
>
>
> C:*416 709 4169*
>
>
>
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> Begin forwarded message:
>
> *From:* Mike Harmuth via Fot <fot at autox.team.net>
> *Date:* November 27, 2025 at 2:09:43?PM AST
> *To:* FoTTriumph <fot at autox.team.net>
> *Subject:* *[Fot] K Cup helmet rules*
> *Reply-To:* Mike Harmuth <ofracer at gmail.com>
>
> ?
>
> With Black Friday sales on tap, does anyone know if they'll be allowing
> SA2015 helmets in Canada next year? In the US, every group I've spoken to
> is grandfathering them in through 2026. In 2027, I'll need a new one, just
> wondering if I need to do it sooner.
>
>
>
> Happy Thanksgiving
>
>
>
> mike h
>
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From sjanzen at me.com  Thu Nov 27 16:07:34 2025
From: sjanzen at me.com (Scott Janzen)
Date: Thu, 27 Nov 2025 18:07:34 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Fwd: K Cup helmet rules
In-Reply-To: <CAO0FjVYyRj6PudG=2k=4r5qtOqkPtK4qSswbD+3b00YmW+STuQ@mail.gmail.com>
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Not in New Jersey at MJMP.

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From ofracer at gmail.com  Thu Nov 27 16:47:22 2025
From: ofracer at gmail.com (Mike Harmuth)
Date: Thu, 27 Nov 2025 18:47:22 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Fwd: K Cup helmet rules
In-Reply-To: <08FAB723-1227-4926-B0DA-F05CC03A8574@me.com>
References: <CAO0FjVYyRj6PudG=2k=4r5qtOqkPtK4qSswbD+3b00YmW+STuQ@mail.gmail.com>
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Message-ID: <CAO0FjVYGCKtJYzr1foBRfz_7hG0P06foW04FVNVZb+T9MkWMng@mail.gmail.com>

Scott, we're (HRG)is heading back to NJMP for two events next year, one
with VRG and one with SVRA. SVRA is allowing the SA2015 helmets through
2026. Will NJ, who I know follows the exact expiration dates on belts,
require SA2020 or newer? It's been a few years since we raced in NJ and I
don't remember back how the SA2010 -> SA2015 transition year worked. I
thought helmets were different, it's a design spec, without an expiration
date. Our initial discussions with SVRA over tech rules (Phil
Gott, chime in here if I'm wrong) would allow SA2015 through 2026.

Better to find out now than in line at tech.

thanks
mike

On Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 6:08?PM Scott Janzen <sjanzen at me.com> wrote:

> Not in New Jersey at MJMP.
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From sjanzen at me.com  Thu Nov 27 18:36:01 2025
From: sjanzen at me.com (Scott Janzen)
Date: Thu, 27 Nov 2025 20:36:01 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Fwd: K Cup helmet rules
In-Reply-To: <CAO0FjVYGCKtJYzr1foBRfz_7hG0P06foW04FVNVZb+T9MkWMng@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CAO0FjVYGCKtJYzr1foBRfz_7hG0P06foW04FVNVZb+T9MkWMng@mail.gmail.com>
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From ofracer at gmail.com  Thu Nov 27 19:02:34 2025
From: ofracer at gmail.com (Mike Harmuth)
Date: Thu, 27 Nov 2025 21:02:34 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Fwd: K Cup helmet rules
In-Reply-To: <7956BDC7-0CE4-476E-A9F8-EC05CA8EFBB1@me.com>
References: <CAO0FjVYGCKtJYzr1foBRfz_7hG0P06foW04FVNVZb+T9MkWMng@mail.gmail.com>
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Thanks Scott, I'll follow up on this with John (VRG) and SVRA.

mike

On Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 8:36?PM Scott Janzen <sjanzen at me.com> wrote:

> As you know, VRG just signed up for a July 10-12 date at NJMP. That
> message i forwarded came from the track management at NJNP. That was sent
> to John Wood, who negotiated and signed the track contract. NJ does a few
> things differently. VSCCA concluded they could not partner with us for that
> event because of certain State rules about roll bars, etc that some of
> their older cars wouldn?t meet. The track used to adamantly enforce that
> you could only pump gas into red containers, so in the event of a fire they
> could easily identify fuel cans.
> You should check with SVRA on how/what they will be enforcing, as (other
> than gas cans) i don?t think track management is doing safety checks on
> cars or equipment.
> But, depending on what?s in the SVRA contract, the club may be required to
> enforce certain rules.
> My understanding is VRG will be enforcing this rule.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Nov 27, 2025, at 6:47?PM, Mike Harmuth <ofracer at gmail.com> wrote:
>
> ?
> Scott, we're (HRG)is heading back to NJMP for two events next year, one
> with VRG and one with SVRA. SVRA is allowing the SA2015 helmets through
> 2026. Will NJ, who I know follows the exact expiration dates on belts,
> require SA2020 or newer? It's been a few years since we raced in NJ and I
> don't remember back how the SA2010 -> SA2015 transition year worked. I
> thought helmets were different, it's a design spec, without an expiration
> date. Our initial discussions with SVRA over tech rules (Phil
> Gott, chime in here if I'm wrong) would allow SA2015 through 2026.
>
> Better to find out now than in line at tech.
>
> thanks
> mike
>
> On Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 6:08?PM Scott Janzen <sjanzen at me.com> wrote:
>
>> Not in New Jersey at MJMP.
>>
>> > [image: image]
>
> >
>>
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From yellow04 at tr4racer.com  Fri Nov 28 04:01:05 2025
From: yellow04 at tr4racer.com (yellow04 at tr4racer.com)
Date: Fri, 28 Nov 2025 06:01:05 -0500
Subject: [Fot] 2026 Kastner Cup helmet rules
In-Reply-To: <CAAV8AQp+cTj1hrU9aKZNHqTXiK2dmSm5TzdT4TN+iSxmNLeJMw@mail.gmail.com>
References: <694BA68B-05A7-4827-A57D-0F72801AA555@gmail.com>
 <0B1AAF1F-1227-485B-A8D7-705BD0AC6935@gmail.com>
 <YT1PR01MB34816C98070CCE49F1BEA710A8DFA@YT1PR01MB3481.CANPRD01.PROD.OUTLOOK.COM>
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Message-ID: <7c046bb07a2da4e265a205be9c317cb8@tr4racer.com>

Thanks Matt for jumping on this and the quick response.

Got the answer directly from Ted Michalos, the VARAC race director, 2015 
helmets are OK for the 2026 Kastner Cup.

Henry Frye
Kastner Cup Chair, 2026

On 2025-11-27 15:34, Matt Molson via Fot wrote:
> From our race director.
> Matt
> 
> ---------- Forwarded message ---------
> From: Ted Michalos <Ted at hoyes.com>
> Date: Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 4:30?PM
> Subject: RE: [Fot] K Cup helmet rules
> 
> 
> 2015 helmets are valid until Dec 31, 2026.
> 
> 
> Ted Michalos
> 
> Race Director

From yellow04 at tr4racer.com  Fri Nov 28 04:12:08 2025
From: yellow04 at tr4racer.com (yellow04 at tr4racer.com)
Date: Fri, 28 Nov 2025 06:12:08 -0500
Subject: [Fot] New Jersey Motorsports Park
In-Reply-To: <7956BDC7-0CE4-476E-A9F8-EC05CA8EFBB1@me.com>
References: <CAO0FjVYGCKtJYzr1foBRfz_7hG0P06foW04FVNVZb+T9MkWMng@mail.gmail.com>
 <7956BDC7-0CE4-476E-A9F8-EC05CA8EFBB1@me.com>
Message-ID: <3ed6bcd35c3442281a5b207198abd529@tr4racer.com>

I have never been there, as folks towing race cars from New England 
can't get there from here!

But I do recall stories from racers at NJMP that New Jersey State 
Troopers were present to make sure no state laws were being broken!

On 2025-11-27 20:36, Scott Janzen via Fot wrote:
> As you know, VRG just signed up for a July 10-12 date at NJMP. That
> message i forwarded came from the track management at NJNP. That was
> sent to John Wood, who negotiated and signed the track contract. NJ
> does a few things differently. VSCCA concluded they could not partner
> with us for that event because of certain State rules about roll bars,
> etc that some of their older cars wouldn?t meet. The track used to
> adamantly enforce that you could only pump gas into red containers, so
> in the event of a fire they could easily identify fuel cans.
> You should check with SVRA on how/what they will be enforcing, as
> (other than gas cans) i don?t think track management is doing safety
> checks on cars or equipment.
> But, depending on what?s in the SVRA contract, the club may be
> required to enforce certain rules.
> My understanding is VRG will be enforcing this rule.
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Nov 27, 2025, at 6:47?PM, Mike Harmuth <ofracer at gmail.com>
>> wrote:
> 
>> ?
>> Scott, we're (HRG)is heading back to NJMP for two events next year,
>> one with VRG and one with SVRA. SVRA is allowing the SA2015 helmets
>> through 2026. Will NJ, who I know follows the exact expiration dates
>> on belts, require SA2020 or newer? It's been a few years since we
>> raced in NJ and I don't remember back how the SA2010 -> SA2015
>> transition year worked. I thought helmets were different, it's a
>> design spec, without an expiration date. Our initial discussions
>> with SVRA over tech rules (Phil Gott, chime in here if I'm wrong)
>> would allow SA2015 through 2026.
>> 
>> Better to find out now than in line at tech.
>> 
>> thanks
>> mike
>> 
>> On Thu, Nov 27, 2025 at 6:08?PM Scott Janzen <sjanzen at me.com>
>> wrote:
>> 
>>> Not in New Jersey at MJMP.
>>> 
>>>> 
> 
>>>> 
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From bdolan1776 at gmail.com  Sat Nov 29 06:34:17 2025
From: bdolan1776 at gmail.com (Brian Dolan)
Date: Sat, 29 Nov 2025 08:34:17 -0500
Subject: [Fot] Wanted
Message-ID: <CAL43nSmQhnzhtPjGD8yDYJnx43C3DDetcRQYtyghLv=S8VHBDg@mail.gmail.com>

Hi FOT!
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Send photos or links or whatever you have to bdolan1776 at gmail.com or to my
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