John Parsons
John Parsons
@parsonsj
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Joined: October 3, 2018 11:53 am
Last seen: June 8, 2025 1:58 pm
Topics: 47 / Replies: 610
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RE: Banjo bolt crush washers

You guys are just too funny. 😎 😎 Anyway, I have ordered some of the o-ring crush washers and some copper (like factory) versions. I CAN report that...

5 years ago
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RE: Track videos

oh my! Did he not see you? You were clearly alongside before entering the turn.

5 years ago
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RE: What Torque wrench are you using for center lug wheels?

I don't use a torque wrench. I just tighten them with a Ridgid 1/2" 18v driver, mark their position, and monitor them throughout the day. I've found t...

5 years ago
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RE: New SR10 and SR3XX available!

No discount pricing, though? 🤣 🤣 Seriously a new SR10 is something I dream about... I'd even be ok with the center seat.

5 years ago
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RE: Good way to add nose weight when jacking

And work on those biceps too! I always make sure I pull off the rear wheels first. Front wheels get placed gently on the front diffuser if they are re...

5 years ago
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RE: STREETLEGAL SR3-Turbo one off- project

Looks great! I wonder if you've got enough clearance around the pipes. I think you'd want a minimum of 20mm or you'll discolor the glass and gel-coat ...

5 years ago
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RE: Normal running temperatures

@gwt561324 The key is to make sure the thermostat is installed on the scavenge side of the dry sump system and doesn't affect overall oil flow. I'd wa...

5 years ago
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RE: Normal running temperatures

@slowcar -- what Garrett said. Oil temps should be above 100C (212 F). Otherwise the oil will entrain water, which leads to acid formation. I suppose ...

5 years ago
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RE: Normal running temperatures

rlm-dan Thanks very much for that bit of trick. Very clever. I may ask you for a photo or two down the line next time mine's torn down for refreshes. ...

5 years ago
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RE: Normal running temperatures

@rlm-dan That is interesting for sure. How do you deal with oil temps with hot coolant in the engine and cooler coolant in the radiators? I thought th...

5 years ago
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RE: Weekend event sticker placement?

Yes -- me too: on the roll bar tube. I've seen them done on the backs of mirrors though that's on gel-coat rather than the powder coat of the tube.

5 years ago
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RE: Normal running temperatures

@rjbender Love it! I'm stealing your idea! Similar to that, I use the AiM LEDs on the dash (I have an MXS 1.2). Solid Red is too low, slow flashing ...

5 years ago
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RE: Normal running temperatures

@slowcar An oil thermostat needs to have minimal pressure drop. MOCAL makes good stuff -- I wonder if that's what they are fitting?

5 years ago
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