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Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 07-09-2017, 09:59 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 14,299
Posted By gregsfc
Smile 2017 mid-Ohio Vetter Fuel Challenge has been run...

2017 mid-Ohio Vetter Fuel Challenge has been run and was a complete success! Not yet in the books, so we'll not say "it's in the books."

Great job and hats off once again to Kraig for organizing,...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 06-21-2017, 11:59 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 14,299
Posted By Michael Moore
A comment about "winning": you are likely to...

A comment about "winning": you are likely to have more fun over a longer term if you remember to "ride your own race" by setting your own goals and not letting other people set your goals for you. ...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 06-21-2017, 06:09 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 14,299
Posted By gregsfc
You don't have to beat Fred, Vic, and Alan to...

You don't have to beat Fred, Vic, and Alan to win. What you've already done in prior events is amazing. How many Americans who ride motorcycles have done what you've done? In my mind, winning is...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 06-19-2017, 05:35 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 14,299
Posted By Grant-53
We are all glad to see Craig back in Ohio. I...

We are all glad to see Craig back in Ohio. I hope that crash protection and avoidance will be part of our thinking as we design and build.
Forum: OpenGauge / MPGuino FE computer 04-18-2016, 04:09 AM
Replies: 445
Views: 139,110
Posted By meelis11
I would take green backlight with black letters....

I would take green backlight with black letters. In daytime you even dont need backlight. red and blue display need brightest setting in daytime - so visibility depends how bright backlight can you...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 02-16-2016, 12:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,273
Posted By jkv357
Vetter receives AMA Lifetime Achievement Award

Congratulations to Craig!

Craig Vetter Wins 2016 AMA Dud Perkins Lifetime Achievement Award - Motorcycle.com News (http://blog.motorcycle.com/2016/02/15/motorcycle-news/craig-vetter/)

AMA Dud...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 01-31-2015, 07:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,184
Posted By sendler
Ben has made a couple fairings, Check out his...

Ben has made a couple fairings, Check out his threads so you know what you are getting in to.
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http://ecomodder.com/forum/380452-post120.html
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Forum: General Efficiency Discussion 11-09-2014, 08:20 PM
Replies: 1,473
Views: 522,248
Posted By MetroMPG
3-cyl high tech vs. 3-cyl low tech. :P

3-cyl high tech vs. 3-cyl low tech. :P
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 08-16-2014, 12:29 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 16,407
Posted By Grant-53
Agreed. So Ben my input is to look at using...

Agreed. So Ben my input is to look at using honeycomb aluminum for bulkheads, crush zones, and a safety shell as found in modern cars but without the roof. The head piece to be faired as per Alan...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 08-16-2014, 09:56 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 16,407
Posted By sendler
We should probably continue this over here and...

We should probably continue this over here and leave Ben's thread alone.
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http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthread.php/vetter-challenge-advice-29352.html
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Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 10-28-2013, 09:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,754
Posted By 2000mc
I think polishing the exhaust is good, but as I...

I think polishing the exhaust is good, but as I recall you should not polish the intake. I've heard of using offset woodruff keys to advance cam timing, but haven't ever used them myself. Look at...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 07-19-2013, 04:14 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 27,569
Posted By sendler
I showed everyone the current photo of your bike....

I showed everyone the current photo of your bike. They all are really appreciative of the hard work you have done. Terry Hirshner missed the event also due to a break down in Colorado.
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 05-21-2013, 10:39 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 27,569
Posted By Grant-53
Aluminum honecomb panels come in a variety of...

Aluminum honecomb panels come in a variety of sizes and dimensions. A sheet of 3/8" x 24" x 48" lists for $162 USD at McMaster-Carr. You can search online for other sources near to your location. ...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 01-01-2013, 08:45 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 27,569
Posted By Grant-53
I tested 3/4" plywood today by jacking up my "95...

I tested 3/4" plywood today by jacking up my "95 Geo Prism and putting a 12" x 7" piece up behind the front wheel. The plywood supported the front left side of the car with no splitting or...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 11-29-2012, 04:39 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 27,569
Posted By visionary
Now I see the images, here's my advice on the...

Now I see the images, here's my advice on the fibreglass. Firstly I would use CSM without doubt - reasons are that its cheaper, easier to work and more versatile than woven cloth. Woven cloth is...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 09-26-2012, 07:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,641
Posted By minimac
I would be very interested, but like with you,...

I would be very interested, but like with you, price is a major consideration. There is more than one way to skin a cat. Vetter has his ideas, Fred Hayes has his, and you have yours. While all have...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 09-18-2012, 08:28 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 31,718
Posted By offalot
Too bad we weren't able to collaborate earlier, I...

Too bad we weren't able to collaborate earlier, I have a huge roll of fiberglass I would get rid of for cheap, I could have brought it to mid Ohio with me. Well, if you ever get down this way...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 08-13-2012, 07:10 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 31,718
Posted By beatr911
bschloop, you are on a budget so value is what...

bschloop, you are on a budget so value is what you are prioritizing. As in building mechanical systems (which is by business) optimizing the existing systems are always the lowest hanging fruit. ...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 08-01-2012, 07:23 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 31,718
Posted By Grant-53
Official results are now posted at craigvetter.com

Official results are now posted at craigvetter.com
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 07-31-2012, 03:46 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 31,718
Posted By janvos39
I took some pictures during the Ohio meeting of...

I took some pictures during the Ohio meeting of your bike.
Very nice result.
I also like the cooling adaptions you made to control your engine temperature.
What was the min and max revs you made...
Forum: Events & Meet-ups 07-30-2012, 11:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,082
Posted By low&slow
I just got back from the long ride back home( ~...

I just got back from the long ride back home( ~ 5200 miles total) from the competition in Ohio and some work in Kentucky. I'm sorry I wasn't able to post the results sooner but I didn't get the...
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 05-11-2012, 09:24 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 31,718
Posted By Ptero
2012 Vetter Challenge results 2012 Vetter...

2012 Vetter Challenge results
2012 Vetter Streamliner-Chap 60 (http://www.craigvetter.com/pages/2012-Streamliner/2012-vetter-streamliner-p60-Quail.html)
Forum: Motorcycles / Scooters 02-23-2012, 09:27 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 31,718
Posted By redyaris
Looks good to me as a basic concept. The reason...

Looks good to me as a basic concept. The reason for haveing the fan behind the "radiator"/fined head and cylinder, is that it interfears with the cooling air flow to the object being cooled, thus...
Forum: Introductions 03-01-2010, 07:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,584
Posted By bgd73
a yooper. I'll have to remember this... I...

a yooper. I'll have to remember this...

I too am in a crap hole for cars.

I gave up on grille block, keep heat rise away from exhaust,
strengthen fire and other old hot rod tricks, and away...
Forum: Introductions 03-01-2010, 03:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,584
Posted By Bicycle Bob
The good news is that snow tires roll better than...

The good news is that snow tires roll better than the average, so you can change them when it is mild. I wouldn't bother with interior pre-heat unless misting is the issue, and you want to get...
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