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RE: Engine Removal

@rjbender, I would defer this question to @RLM-Dan. He is a Radical engine expert and can better tell you how much sparkle is acceptable. All I can tell you for sure, is my hasn't had that much in i...

In forum How To / DIY Discussions

5 years ago
RE: Engine Removal

Update: I removed the engine this weekend and found the instructions in the Mechanics Manual to be quite complete. Below are my only additional suggestions: 1. Use a slide hammer to remove the engin...

In forum How To / DIY Discussions

6 years ago
RE: driveshaft repacking?

That is what I thought. Someone told me is was very easy access without disassembly of whole upright, but was unclear if tackle from top or bottom. Axle joint packing is forthcoming after next weeke...

In forum How To / DIY Discussions

5 years ago
RE: driveshaft repacking?

I'm sure my process isn't optimal, but here's what I did. I was removing my uprights at the time for replacement so my rotors are off, but that shouldn't be necessary here. Remove rear wheels Remove ...

In forum How To / DIY Discussions

5 years ago
FAST weekend

Starting to get the hang of this monster. It's fun to be the fastest guy at the track 😀 Attachment : IMG_4557.jpg Attachment : IMG_4556.jpg

In forum General Discussion

5 years ago
RE: SR3 - The Motec Build

Beautiful trailer! You should definitely consult John Parsons on here that put motec on his SR8. I should surely think there is a good deal that will carry over, like the Jenvey setup. Excited to see...

In forum General Discussion

5 years ago
SR3 - The Motec Build

So it is time for the old girl to get some upgrades after 200hrs of very reliable trackday fun and also as a reward to myself for the long hours of work over the past year due to covid. (12 mths ago)...

In forum General Discussion

5 years ago
RE: Stuck Throttle

Thanks for the feedback. SR3 00846, and yes it has paddle shift. It may look like I'm pressing both pedals, but the ECU data doesn't support that hypothesis. Throttle input drops part-way when I l...

In forum SR3 Specific Discussions

5 years ago
RE: Stuck Throttle

Hi Doug (@dbg), I am sorry to hear about your "off track excursion". Are you alright? A few pieces of information would be helpful in diagnosing what went wrong. What chassis number is your car? J...

In forum SR3 Specific Discussions

5 years ago
RE: SR8 Chassis 42 Build

Posted by: @lunatic @charleyhradicalsportscarregistry-com i know that about sidepods.. but the sideskirts.. they are much wider underneeth.. looks like they are pushing air away from the rear wheel?...

In forum General Discussion

5 years ago
Radical Sr3 Parts

Hi i have some Parts for Sale, 4x 280mm Brake Discs new 900.- 8x Brake Pads new 340.- complete Compressor With airtank, Sensors... overhauled inlet 550 sold 1 Radical Dash 250.- 1 Motec Beacon Receive...

In forum Radical Parts For Sale / Wanted

5 years ago
RE: Oil inspection

I have cut open a lot of filters and I have never found anything close to this amount of debris. I would definitely send the engine to Spring Mountain (RLM if you were in the U.K.) for overhaul. In m...

In forum How To / DIY Discussions

5 years ago
RE: Oil inspection

Also, it looks like you used some type of cutter to open the filter. I have had great luck with the Longacre filter cutter. It opens the filter like a can opener. It isn't cheap, but it is a high q...

In forum How To / DIY Discussions

5 years ago
RE: Oil inspection

@ajiman, getting your oil tested regularly is a good practice. I get my oil tested at every oil change to track the changes. Also when tracking hours you should be tracking total engine run time, no...

In forum How To / DIY Discussions

5 years ago
RE: SR8 Chassis 42 Build

Well progress was definitely stalled for the month of July and that ran into August as well. I have been doing a lot of cleaning, selling old car parts, ect... to make room to work on the car. However...

In forum General Discussion

5 years ago
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