Per Schroeder
Per Schroeder PowerDork
8/25/11 9:35 a.m.
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We're always a little nervous at the events leading up to the National Championships. At this point, if anything broke, we'd be pretty messed up and wouldn't make it to the big show. On the other hand, getting some seat time and additional shakedown time is also important—especially if you've driven as little as we have this season.

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Jerry From LA
Jerry From LA Dork
8/25/11 12:11 p.m.

Two things:

  1. Once the old fluid goes back up to the reservoir, how are you getting it out?

  2. Do not sell this car. It's a part of your family history. Sell it to your dad maybe but I guarantee you will regret it if you let this one go.

Per Schroeder
Per Schroeder PowerDork
8/25/11 12:55 p.m.
  1. Good question. I started with an empty reservoir..so no issues--i just siphoned it out...and resiphoned when it filled up with old fluid from the lines.

  2. Yep. Just need to find a bigger garage.

alfadriver
alfadriver UltimaDork
8/31/11 12:53 p.m.

When you get back to Florida, you should check out the 3 most recent issues of Racecar Engineering. They have been doing some studies of sports racer aerodynamics. May give you some ideas for future work.

(V21, N7, 8, and 9, or 2011, July-Sept)

I think you'll like the articles.

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