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    Turbo Manifold 321 or 321H

    I am going to build a turbo manifold from butt weld fittings (1 1/2" NB SCHD 10) I can get 321 fittings in normal or high carbon (which the specs say is for greater strength). However 304L is recommended over 304 for lower temperature applications where the low carbon content is benifical. So...
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    Help Req. With FEA Cross Sectional Data

    Hello, I am new to FEA and I am using a package ( http://cuylaerts.net/ ) to analyse a spaceframe chassis I built ( Morris Minor www.beardmorebros.co.uk ) I require some help with the cross sectional details of the material. The program asks for the following:- (I am using the metric units)...
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    Exhaust flange sealing

    I have built a one off exhaust system and the sections of pipe and manifold are joined with bolt together flanges. I would like suggestions as to how to seal these flanges. My thoughts are for a silicon sealer, gasket sealer or a gasket material. Pictures of my application can be viewed...
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    TK7 Fuel Additive

    I am trying to source TK7 fuel additive here in the UK. All my websearchs and communication with the manufactures have come to nothing. Emails are returned, address unknown. Does anybody know if TK7 is still available and being manufactured? Thank you, John
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    Motortechmag

    Does anybody know if this magazine is still going? Their website is not available. Does anybody have any articles from the magazine, specifically the one by David Vizard on TK7 fuel additive? Thanks John
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    Limited Slip Diff Selection

    I require advice on selecting a limited slip diff for my car. The vehicle will be used as tarmac rally car, hill climb (twisty, bumpy, tarmac) and on the road in all weather conditions. I wish to fit the unit and forget it. It must be low maintenance and reliable. The differential unit I am...
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    Chemical Rust Removers?

    I have a lot of intricate steel parts which I wish to plate and powder coat, but they have a light coating of rust. In the past I have sand blasted, but recently I have seen advertised powders that are disolved in water and you immerse the steel parts and it cleans the rust off. Internet...
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    Race car harness design

    I am looking for details on the design of an IP66 sealed wiring harness for a race car that I am building. I intend to use Raychem adhesive lined breakouts and `Y` splits. I would like to see pictures of a harness, construction methods, etc. Any web links would be most welcome as I have drawn...
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    Fuel injection return fuel line.

    I would like opinions of where the return fuel line from my injection set up should go, either the fuel tank or collector pot. I have a 35 litre fuel tank with a 3 litre internal collector. There are 2 low pressure pumps feeding the high pressure unit in the collector. If I put the return into...
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    Mounting An Ecu

    What is the best way to mount an ECU in a race car? I am building a spaceframed special (convertible) for road, hillclimb and track days and would like some advice on mounting the ECU (A Weber Alpha unit). I wish to ensure long reliable operation and protection from vibration and rain. Space...

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