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My experience with TFL at Spa was outstanding. And the track is amazing. It was a total financial splurge for my 70th, as I didn’t share the Seven. But with the open track time (no groups), it would become much less painful if the Seven was shared among 2 or 3 drivers. And you would still get plenty of track time. I’m ready to go back! Steve

Thought the passing of Chris Rea should be noted here on USA7s. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Auberge_(album) https://www.motorsportmagazine.com/articles/obituaries/chris-rea-the-racing-fanatic-who-recreated-ferraris-legendary-sharknose/

Just saw this thread. I posted about my trailer in the “other” trailer thread, but happy to provide same (or more) info here. I’ve had a clamshell Montrose trailer for about 10 years now. I originally purchased it for my Seven, but it’s also used for my Mallock. It’s aluminum, and I think weighs around 1,400 lbs. I originally towed it with a Volvo XC60, which had an official capacity of 3,000 lbs. It had a tow package, but not wired for a brake controller. I opted for the Tekonsha wireless brake controller, which has worked well. The trailer is extremely stable, unbothered by cross-winds. Other than acceleration and braking, not really aware it’s back there. I now tow it with a Jeep Grand Cherokee with the tow package, still using the Tekonsha controller. Jeep has a 5,000 lbs tow capacity. Steve

Yup, that’s mine.😊

First time in about 4 years this doesn’t conflict with a race weekend. Penciled in! Steve

Yes, I do. Coming up on 10 years, I think, that I’ve owned it. Built by Montrose Trailers in Michigan. Weighs around 1800 lbs. Originally towed with a Volvo XC60, and now by a Jeep Grand Cherokee. Originally purchased for my Seven, but the Mallock fits just as well. Steve

Craig - old listing, and it’s an entire engine, but just came across this:

I have the Schroth 6 point for me, and ASM for the passenger. Consider it the best of both worlds, as passengers (not that I have that many) can be mystified by a 6 point. At on point (sometime in the 90’s) Caterham had two tabs behind the seat that could be used for the sub straps. My 1998 does not have them, so ended up doubling the sub and lap belts. And I also just sit on the sub straps.

Mas du Clos looks beautiful! Like a track in the middle of a manicured park.

Looks like (as usual) a great time! The last 3-4 years the date for this event has conflicted with a race weekend for me. Hoping that my schedule aligns next year, and I can make the haul to NJ! Steve

I use the SFI dual durometer on my Caterham when I track it. With my helmet on, the headrest pushes my head forward awkwardly. So, I remove the headrest and attach the foam with zip ties. No foam when not on the track.

TBH, this is my first foray into doing my own alignment, so I have no comparison product or experience. But once I figured out how to arrange it on the Mallock, I thought it worked well. With the live axle, I only had to align the front. I used two garbage bags under the front tires to make the adjustments easy, and that also worked well. It’s made for 3/4” pipe, but I went cheap and used 1/2”, which I’d read also worked fine. And it did, although I may yet “upgrade” to 3/4”. Not a huge investment, and overall I’m pleased and satisfied.

I purchased this kit a few months ago, and just used it to do an alignment on my Mallock. A bit fiddly, and I had to get a bit creative to hang it on the Mallock, but it worked. https://calipergarage.com

Burton Power lists two. https://www.burtonpower.com/steel-crank-77-65mm-x-f-rwd-std-journal-en40b-6-bolt-fp324w-77-65.html https://www.burtonpower.com/steel-crank-77-65mm-x-flow-rwd-narrow-jour-en40b-12-bolt-arrowc139.html

Agree with John. I have Schroth 6 point drivers side, and the ASM for the passenger. They both are pull-up for the lap belts.

I periodically look for one of these: https://everywatch.com/sinn/watch-9991574

For those reading along, or curious, here is what the part looks like:

I do! Ford part 79IF-6K614-AA Hmmmm. I just googled the part number, and I think they modified the original part. I didn’t take a pic from the side, but it’s essentially the same as the yellow one you posted. They must have split the part and gotten rid of all the stuff on the bottom. Not what I expected!

I don’t, but will see if there are any numbers on it over the weekend.

As soon as I actually see some oil in the can, I’ll change the orientation. But essentially nothing there in 10 years, including track days.

My Crossflow spit out oil like crazy when I bought it. There was a hose from the crankcase fitting (no PCV) to the catch can, and a hose from the cap to the catch can. The catch can was, and still is, a second windshield washer fluid container with two holes drilled in the side. I had to empty the catch can, and add oil, after every session of a track day. I eliminated most of the oil venting by implementing the Roger King (of Blatchat fame) venting solution. I added a hose fitting in the middle of the side of the valve cover, and another at the rear corner. The crankcase hose was then routed to the middle of the valve cover, and the corner valve cover fitting to the catch can. Huge difference in what was landing in the catch can. I ultimately had the engine rebuilt, and I’m not sure if there has been any oil in the catch can since.

I used Transport to ship my Seven from RMSCI in Denver to St. Louis 20 years ago (!!!). At the time the were based in St. Louis, I believe. Looking at their website, they were purchased by FedEx in 2010, bad subsequently went back to being privately owned. They are based in Lebanon MO. I had a great experience with them.

CAD = Cardboard Aided Design? 😊😊

IMHO, it’s not really about the size of the pedal box. Let’s face it, it’s small whether it’s an S3 or SV. But regardless of which you choose, both feet will fit side by side.😊 What it’s really about is the distance between the pedals, right? The width of the pedal box impacts that, but the question is more how much farther apart are the pedals in an SV. And, does it matter? Personally, I think as long as you wear appropriate shoes (ie narrow sole) you would be fine in an S3, at least in terms of the pedals. I wear a 10.5, and have no problems. But wear narrow sole shoes. The seat space and driving position may be more of an issue. I’m 5’10” and 170, and an SV feels huge to me. But that’s why you want to sit in them.😊

Well, I was on the right track at least. I purchased a self leveling laser level, but it’s not 360 degrees. I could probably use the one I purchased, but it would make the process more complicated. Probably best to bite the bullet and buy a 360.