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Thanks Croc, I mistakenly let the youtube editor fix, what it said it detected as a shakey clip. The orginal does not have that effect. As for the mic, yep I have to experiment a bit more. Still getting wind noise. Pete was way off line going into the turn, When I saw him give me the point by, I knew that he was going to have trouble. Luckly, we weren't going fast when it happened.

Here's a short clip from last Monday's trackday. This video shows how quickly things can go bad. Tom

Here are a few pictures of my mirror mount.

Skip, I'm not home right now, and I don't have a pic on file, but the simple solution was to buy a piece of aluminum angle iron, that was thick enough to be stiff but not to stiff that I couldn't cut it easily with a dremel or hacksaw. (I don't have a workshop like some on here. ) I measured enough lenght to line up with the holes on the brookland band, and cut it off and rounded off the edges with the dremel. Drill a couple of holes and on for the mirror stalk. I ordered a couple of motorcycle style mirrors, from ebay that had a long enough stem and a big enough mirror. I think I paid 10 or 12 bucks for the pair. the aluminium angle piece fits flush against the brooklands band and provides a place to mount the mirrors. Found a pic that you can just make it out. I'll take a close up pick when I get back home. Tom

Mike, more than one quart, less than 2.

Bruce, when you get your brooklands, I have a neat simple and cheap solution for mounting side mirrors. Tom

Mike, Redline MTL is what I use in mine. Works fine. Yes there is a bottom drain plug in the 6 speed. The filler plug is on the right hand side of the gearbox. You either need to cut down a hex key for the tight clearance, or you can cut out a hole in the side of the passenger side tunnel to get access. You will need a long flexi tube funnel to fill it. I have a cut down allen wrench if you need to borrow it. Best way to cut it down is with a dremel, using a cutoff disc. Hacksaw takes waaay too long. Tom

Bruce, I added them to my car last year when I installed the brooklands. The bolts are already there. There is a flat piece that you remove after taking the nuts off and the new captive nut piece is slide in and the nuts put back on. Once the panels are off its a 2 minute job. Tom

Great analysis Dr. Croc!:seeya: Jon, Nelson should hire you as his Consultant/expert to get his cars street legal. Tom

Good luck with the build. :driving: Can't believe it's been 12 years this week since I picked up my crate/boxes. Still remember the day well. Rented a truck, went to customs at the Philly airport, boxes were forked on the truck and when I got home, realized that I had to uncrate the big box on the truck since I couldn't get it safely onto the lift gate. Had to get it done right then as the rented truck was due back because it was college move in week and I had talked the guy into letting me take one if I brought it right back. Thing I remember most was that the largest bag of fasteners was labeled "Miscellaneous" :jester: Hope all your parts made it. Enjoy the assembly and post lots of pics. Tom

Very nicely done Croc!:cheers: Sorry my external mic wasn't working. It was a firmware issue that has since been resolved. The low mounted shots were great. Were they from the $15 mini spy cam? It's definately a blast with a bunch of Seven's out there together. Loved seeing the different lines that everyone takes. Already looking forward to next year. Maybe we can take a look of expanding the event to include a weekend of non track day stuff, like tours/tastings at some local wineries, a trip to the shore or Atlantic City. and if the timing works, the Friday nite cruise nite and car show at the track that allows for cars to be out for parade laps for those that would like to do the track at a nice sunday drive pace with no passing, helmets etc. The track video is great but it does nothing to show the comraderie and shenanigans that happen at the end of the day and at dinner. :party: Thanks for putting it together Croc! Tom

Mike, I don't know about the Birkin, but on the Cat, the adjustment is made under the car by turning a plastic piece on the cable that goes from the brake lever to the calipers that changes the tension. Tom

I have to take a pass on this one, still at the shore on vacation. What's scheduled in sept or oct.? Tom

Yes! :seeya: first dibs on you motor if your are upgrading. :drool: Tom

email sent. Tom

Mike, you and the ladies. I still laugh thinking of your encounter at the hotel near Summit point. YOU are a babe magnet. :smilielol5: Tom

The "Original" R500's were Rover K series based and to my knowledge, only one of those is in the States, in California, and is a RHD version. It is an S3. The newer Duratec R500's are S3's as well, as the R500 designation was originally based on a power to weight ratio of approx. 500bhp per tonne. For an SV to be a Superlight R500, I would think that you'd have to up the base hp up to meet that spec. However, will it be Badged as an R500 from the Factory? Karl's, SV has a 295hp Formula Atlantic spec Cosworth Duratec, which IMO more that qualifies as an R500+++, However, I think his was originally an R400. Like my Superlight, it is badged as Number 123. But the motor is the VHPD spec of the Superlight R. or in the new terminology an R400. Clear as mud eh? Tom

:bs::bs::bs: :flag: Tom

Not only a Lotus 7, but a 23B too. Nice.:driving: Tom

Sounds like you need to take a firm hand to her and get her oil nice and hot Al. :smilielol5: Maybe we can get you to take her out for a parade lap at lunch, just to stretch her legs a bit. :drool: Definately come out for the social stuff. Tom

Martin, you doubted me? :svengo: All the more reason for you to move out here. Great to see you again. Hope you can swing by again next year for the third annual NJMP 7's outing. I can always use the backup when discussing things with KitCat. :jester: I'm sure even Boxolgist will have to show up if you make it. Take care. Tom

Enough of your liberal rants! :rofl: Tom

:troll::troll: Now you know full well Michael, that the plastic dowels issue was rectified over a decade ago. :smash: How else do you think we got the Rover K series down to around 191 lbs in weight, the whole block and head are plastic. :smilielol5: Tom

Hi, Martin, I just got back from the shore. I'm skippiing this weekend's trackdays as it's just too hot. So I'm around if you want to get a beer. I'm in Media about 30-40 minutes east of you. Route 1 is a straight shot between us. I'll give you a call to see what works for you. Tom

Guys, I just got this email from NJMP offering a number of different option to get out on the track. Looks like it could be a good opportunity for some to get a feel for the tracks. The #1 question we get at NJMP from motorsports enthusiasts is how to drive their street cars, race cars, street bikes and just about anything with wheels on one of our two world-class road courses: our signature Thunderbolt Raceway featuring 2.25-miles of asphalt, 14 challenging turns and a one half mile straightway or Lightning Raceway, 1.9-mile with 10 corner circuit which is fast, challenging and features some of the most interesting and dramatic corners and elevation changes in the Park. We totally understand your desire to get on track and want to help! From car club and driving organizations to racing schools and series - and even the exclusive and private NJMP Drivers Club - you have choices in how to drive, lap or race at New Jersey Motorsports Park! So... how fast DO you want to go! Fast as a turtle? Quick as a snail? After seeing huge success at motorsports parks throughout the country, New Jersey Motorsports Park is excited to now offer Motor(less) laps. For two days each month, NJMP will open the track at 6:30 p.m. for two hours to bicyclists, skateboarders, rollerblading, runners and parents with strollers to challenge themselves on one of our world-class road courses. 2012 Dates: Thunderbolt: 7/26, 8/7, 9/23, 10/12, 11/9 Lightning: 7/10, 8/23, 9/21, 10/26, 11/9 NJMP track experiences are for participants who own a street legal car only - no race cars. Every car must pass a technical inspection. High performance driving experience insurance will be available and every participant will be required to wear a helmet. Open top/convertible cars must have approved rollover protection. NJMP is not responsible for excessive wear and tear to brakes, tires or other car parts. Participants will be responsible for any damage to NJMP property. To capture your experience on video, NJMP now offers Go Pro Hero HD video cameras to rent at additional rate. Upcoming Track Experience Dates: July 22 - Lightning August 30 - Thunderbolt For more information or to register for an upcoming experience please contact Michael Allenbaugh, Track Operations Manager, at (856) 327 - 7250 or mallenbaugh@njmp.com Paced Laps Life is a highway, so why not ride it all night long... well at least until dusk! With NJMP's Paced Laps experience, you now can take your own car on track! Enjoy one of NJMP's world-class road courses from the driver's seat. Drivers pre-register and arrive at the scheduled time to take a 10 lap tour lead by the official NJMP Pace Car at approximate highway speeds. No in-car or classroom instruction is required. Depending on availability additional same-day sessions (10 laps) can be purchased for just $30 per session. Kawasaki Track Experience Revvin' up your engine, Listen to her howlin' roar... Kawasaki Track Experience gives all levels of riders the opportunity to hone their skills. Whether you're just starting out, or a pro-rider, with Kawasaki Track Experience you will now be able to concentrate on the details and techniques of riding which will make you an all-around better rider. For only $149 a day (@5 laps) you will receive instructions to perform "lead and follow" and a classroom session. A motorcycle license is required for this experience and the riders must have the proper knowledge of street riding along with the approved full face helmet, jacket, boots and gloves. Equipment is available on a limited basis. Visit http://www.teampromotion.com for more information regarding training and track riding. Progressive Paced Laps Looking for adventure, in whatever comes your way? Get a taste of what performance driving is all about. Drive your own performance car on track with this experience. For $175, drivers sign-up for a full day of performance driving education beginning with the morning driver's meeting. Next is a classroom instruction session geared toward beginner orientation, followed by an on-track session lead by the official NJMP Pace Car at approximate highway speeds. The remainder of the day will consist of three more classroom sessions with progressing technical instruction, followed by a track time session with incrementally increased speeds led by the Pace Car approaching speeds up to 100 mph. Hot Laps with Instructor Do you have the need... the need for speed? Are you ready to take your performance car and skills to the next level? See the track from a racer's viewpoint. Reaching speeds up to 130 mph, here is your chance to open your own car up in a controlled, safe environment on one of our world-class race tracks. For $295 a day, this experience will have you paired with a qualified racer to help instruct and guide you through the day. Hot Laps You're burning up the track! Just like the Hot Laps with Instructor experience, here is a chance to bring your own performance car on one of our 2 world-class road tracks. Instructors and drivers with qualifying HPDE experience or competition licenses only for this run group. This program will allow for advanced passing rules at speeds up to 150 mph! For $295, this is a chance for the tenured drivers to hone their skills. This is also an opportunity for instructors to take their students for instructional right seat rides. Hot Laps -Ride Along Ride shot-gun at speeds up to 130 mph! Pace laps not fast enough for you? Don't have the time or desire to go through high performance driving schools? Experience race car speeds and excitement from the passenger seat. Ride along with a qualified instructor for five adrenaline- pumping laps of pure exhilaration. No experience or gear necessary. Just bring your courage! Hot Laps- Ride Along is $50 per car for 5 laps.