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Spud Miller's Cave / Fuel Pump—push or pull on/off?

« on: August 21, 2023, 10:54:40 AM »

Switching over to mechanical fuel injection and getting mixed reviews on fuel pump activation.. some say pull on some say push on with your cockpit control… thoughts?

Tom
37 Fiat Altered
Connecticut

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Altereds / Hand Brake?

« on: April 11, 2022, 06:13:46 AM »

I currently run a foot actuated brake (brakes on rear only) on my altered.. been considering putting in a hand actuated brake handle to help with a bit more leverage on the brake. My question is push or pull to activate the brakes? My brain says PULL  to activate.. seems to be more natural to just open my  grip to release brake when staging.. I have no experience with hand brakes so looking for some input! Thanks!! -Tom

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Altereds / Re: Thoughts on cooling systems

« on: February 10, 2022, 04:54:47 PM »

That has been my thought as well.. I just feel having some “cooling”  system will give me a little piece of mind. I might be a bit more brave if it was a big block.. it’s just these small blocks with those 2 center exhaust ports next to each other makes me feel a bit “worried “ with no additional cooling going on if I run the block dry. Better safe than sorry they say!! Lol

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Altereds / Thoughts on cooling systems

« on: February 10, 2022, 02:44:26 PM »

Going with a new engine combo this year.. SBC with a tunnel rammed Birdcatcher on alcohol… first time running something that wasn’t fueled by gasoline.. been searching the internet and mixed answers I’m finding.. so here is what I would like to be able to do if possible:

1/4 mile track, would like to drive to staging lanes and back up the return road after a pass.. I usually am a solo racer except for larger events and would like not have to rely on someone towing me to the pits and back.

My thoughts was to plumb up a remote water pump and a small tranny cooler type radiator that I can “hide” somewhat. From looking at some guys setups, they are using -8 or -10 lines coming in/out of the  cooler, through the pump then back to the block water pump inlets ( t’ed connection between those 2 inlets on block). Then an expansion/fill cap setup on the manifold with another line off that back to the radiator to complete the circuit.

Not sure even if A fan will be needed on the cooler. Any input will be appreciated!

-Tom