My project this weekend is to build an airbox for my race car. I'm going to take pictures during the build and present it in the next post. So lets talk about why I'm doing this project. The purpose of an airbox on a race car is to aid in providing denser, cooler, and higher pressure air to the engine. Internal combustion engines make power by burning a fuel and air mixture … [Read more...] about BUDGET AIRBOX, part 1
VARA on Velocity TV
My favorite Vintage racing club, VARA, gets a little free publicity through a Velocity TV episode. It was filmed during a race weekend at Willow Springs Raceway in Rosamond, California. To see it, click on the following link- http://vimeo.com/2874171 … [Read more...] about VARA on Velocity TV
PFM AT WSIR
CHASSIS part 4, geometry and adjustability
You didn't sleep through highschool geometry class, now did ya? You're gonna need some of those math skills now if you really want to understand your race car's steering and suspension. To understand the real nitty-gritty details of how they work, you better go back and get your Engineering degree. But with a little patience, some homework, the right tools, and a lot of … [Read more...] about CHASSIS part 4, geometry and adjustability
US AIRWAYS 1549
Being an airline pilot, I am used to friends and family calling me up after an aviation accident and asking lots of questions. I'll summarize a few thoughts of mine on Flight 1549. First of all, I am proud that Captain Sullenberger is being seen as a hero, he is one. He did a fantastic job working with his crew to bring about a safe conclusion to this accident. What worries … [Read more...] about US AIRWAYS 1549
