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post Jul 18 2025, 11:26 AM
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A week from today I pick up a new toy

Been wanting to try one of these for at least 6-7 years now

Big class out here often 30-40 cars.

Also think it will reinvigorate me towards racing. Learning something new and more enthusiasm to learn/race

Boy I’m going to be slow for a while



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post Jul 18 2025, 12:48 PM
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Looks like a lot of fun… what’s it use for a drivetrain?
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post Jul 18 2025, 12:52 PM
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Looks like a lot of fun… what’s it use for a drivetrain?



club ford... same as FF. 1.6 ford, with 4speed hewland.
925lbs.
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post Jul 18 2025, 09:29 PM
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Sweet! There's a pretty strong contingent in the vintage groups here in the PNW. A couple of friends drive them. Doesn't hurt to have one of the top engine builders for them here in P'town too.https://iveyengines.com/
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post Jul 19 2025, 08:54 AM
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Ivey is the hot ticket

This car has the Ivey upgraded carb kit

And a fresh engine with only two events on it
But not built by Ivey
Built by own race mechanic of 25 years, so I totally trust the builder
He has a flow bench and did a comparison test of FF heads a few years back with heads from 4/5 different manufacturers…. Figured a few tricks out himself
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post Jul 19 2025, 09:04 AM
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QUOTE(brant @ Jul 19 2025, 07:54 AM) *

Ivey is the hot ticket

This car has the Ivey upgraded carb kit

And a fresh engine with only two events on it
But not built by Ivey
Built by own race mechanic of 25 years, so I totally trust the builder
He has a flow bench and did a comparison test of FF heads a few years back with heads from 4/5 different manufacturers…. Figured a few tricks out himself


The Ivey folks are great. They've coached me through a number of Weber issues and have a vast collection of parts (Weber)

Those little Ford Four bangers aren't rocket science. There aren't many secrets other than attention to detail. Have fun with it. I'd love to drive one but I doubt I'd fit (6'4")...
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post Jul 20 2025, 06:37 AM
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Very cool, Brant. So nearly a go kart. Your 914 racing experience should position you well to drive a momentum open wheeler. I'm sure it will be a blast.
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post Jul 20 2025, 10:51 PM
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QUOTE(brant @ Jul 18 2025, 12:52 PM) *

QUOTE(ssstikircr @ Jul 18 2025, 12:48 PM) *

Looks like a lot of fun… what’s it use for a drivetrain?



club ford... same as FF. 1.6 ford, with 4speed hewland.
925lbs.

What kind of power does that make? I know it's only pushing 900+ but it's nice to have some headroom...
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post Jul 21 2025, 06:43 AM
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QUOTE(brant @ Jul 18 2025, 12:52 PM) *

QUOTE(ssstikircr @ Jul 18 2025, 12:48 PM) *

Looks like a lot of fun… what’s it use for a drivetrain?



club ford... same as FF. 1.6 ford, with 4speed hewland.
925lbs.

What kind of power does that make? I know it's only pushing 900+ but it's nice to have some headroom...



Not a lot
It’s a spec class so
Specific pistons, specific cam, valves, carb, everything stock or regulated

I’m told 105 to 110 hp
All momentum and driver skill
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post Jul 23 2025, 10:35 PM
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That looks like a blast!
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post Jul 24 2025, 12:12 AM
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Brnat, seriously....that's some sick fun right there.
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post Jul 24 2025, 06:20 AM
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I raced Formula Fords for years

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post Jul 24 2025, 08:21 AM
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I raced Formula Fords for years

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Got any tips?


It will be fun

I have new things to learn now.
Can’t blame my motor for being small any longer
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post Aug 14 2025, 07:38 PM
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Just got back from my first time on the track with new car

I need some more seat time
Had a blast but my left foot braking and shifting with out a clutch definitely need more practice
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post Aug 19 2025, 10:31 PM
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I sm so jealous!!!
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post Aug 21 2025, 10:15 PM
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I sm so jealous!!!



You would love it half way between a car and a motorcycle

Went to another track day today
Little bit better


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