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    We designed our car this year using the...

    We designed our car this year using the measurements provided in the rule book.

    As this is one of the few parameters we can't change (dimension wise) we started here. Once we had our pseudo dummy...
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    I think we need to clear up a few things. A...

    I think we need to clear up a few things. A residual line pressure valve, and a proportioning valve are 2 totally different things.

    1: A residual line pressure valve is used mainly in systems...
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    The rules are reasonably explicit in what they...

    The rules are reasonably explicit in what they regard as to what the 95th percentile is. If you design around that size, you should be fine.

    You will just have to use an adjustable pedalbox, seat...
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    The equation is listed in heaps of places. Try...

    The equation is listed in heaps of places.
    Try this:
    "Fndamentals of Machine Component Design"
    Juvinall & Marshek, 3rd ed Page 495

    If you are still having dramas, give me a yell..
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    You need to do your homework on this one!! You...

    You need to do your homework on this one!!

    You need a rough mass of the car for starters. Most of the mountain bike shock/spring units come with different poundage spring rates, you just have to...
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    Vin, We too are using Wilwood calipers this...

    Vin,

    We too are using Wilwood calipers this year, and will either use the dynalite single floaters, or the dynalite single on the front.

    I know the prices at VPW, are probably about the best in...
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    Certainly stickies would be a good idea. I...

    Certainly stickies would be a good idea.

    I think they could be broken up into specific categeries. IE: Brakes, suspension, engine, etc.

    I see the same questions being asked over and over...
  8. Firstly congrats to JCU for making the comittment...

    Firstly congrats to JCU for making the comittment to this years competition.


    My reccomendations are to keep it simple for the first year though. Biting off more than you can chew could...
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