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RE: Radical vs Suzuki “normal” water temps

No problems. So you are running a wet sump engine then? An electric water pump to make the most of the run on would be a good idea. Are you having a problems with temp or asking based on curiosity?

In forum General Discussion

6 years ago
RE: Radical vs Suzuki “normal” water temps

105°C Is when the radiator fan would kick in on a road bike. Acceptable but not an ideal temperature. The engine in a Radical would be ok at 105° for a short period of time but again not ideal. Radica...

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6 years ago
RE: RPE V8

Interesting video that, no where near the best of Pinky though, think the camera did that! Dont want to hi-jack the thread but that Hartley V8 is absolutely stunning and the two cannot be compared! ...

In forum SR8 Specific Discussion

6 years ago
RE: Clutch fluid leak

Sounds like it has been keeping you just as busy off the road as on it! I think the drive shafts will have to come out, the clutch release slides over the input shaft of the box so you need to come al...

In forum SR3 Specific Discussions

6 years ago
RE: Gen1 Carb'd SR3 Gear indicator on dash not working, where to start looking?

I am with Charlie on this, I think it is a dash/reading issue. The same sensor gives gear and neutral so if neutral is working I do not think it is a sensor problem. Your best option maybe to get a Ge...

In forum SR3 Specific Discussions

6 years ago
RE: Clutch fluid leak

Hi Gareth, I remember this car from my Radical days and I seem to recall that Neil from Corinium has been working on it recently? It is a gearbox out job, so removing drive shafts etc to get to it.

In forum SR3 Specific Discussions

6 years ago
RE: Coolant / H2O level

What swirl pot do you have? UK normally run a 50/50 water antifreeze mix.

In forum SR3 Specific Discussions

6 years ago
RE: Clutch fluid leak

Thanks Charley, Clutch in SL is nothing like the SR3 unfortunately, more like the SR8. I suspect your clutch master cylinder seals have failed, Radical did do different versions of this over the years...

In forum SR3 Specific Discussions

6 years ago
RE: SR3 differential in a Ralt Formula Super

@russmcb Hard to tell with yours actually but the Gen 2 coupling normally has space for two small screws down either side of the nut to lock it in place, looks like yours may not have that so in that ...

In forum SR3 Specific Discussions

6 years ago
RE: SR3 differential in a Ralt Formula Super

We use a 36mm 12 point socket but have to turn down the outside to make it fit. Torque to 115ft/lbs with green Loctite. Don't forget the locking screws as well.

In forum SR3 Specific Discussions

6 years ago
RE: Compressor not starting automatically

If its Life controlled paddle shift download the engine data. As long as the correct config has been programmed you should be able to see the gear system pressure to see if the ECU is seeing the press...

In forum General Discussion

6 years ago
RLM Racing Bikesports Championship Silverstone

Next round of the RLM Racing Bikesports last weekend at Silverstone. 29 cars on the grid so a great turn out! First race can be seen here from just after 9 mins: Second race here from around 3 hrs 3...

In forum Race Reports / Information

6 years ago
RE: Looking for an SR4/SR1/ProSport rear sprocket

I have a few for sale but in the UK. Would also need to confirm if it is for a reversing diff or not.

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6 years ago
RE: Sr8 engine codes

RPA - 2.6 RPB - 2.8 RPC - 3.2/3.0? RPS - 2.9 RPX - 2.7 TCX - 2.7 Originally built for Argentina Touring cars

In forum SR8 Specific Discussion

6 years ago
RE: Starter

That sound you can hear is the starter clutch engaging, the one way gear on the end of the crank. Must have just been going slow enough to get away it! It destroys the starter due to the gearing when...

In forum General Discussion

6 years ago
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