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Fixing Stuff

Unconventional repair of an old floor jack.

Posted byDerby DudeMay 17, 2022Posted inTool ProjectsTags:4kdt, demo derby, demo derby time, demoderbytime, derby blog, derby time, derbytime, Floor Jack, Jack, klein oil, klein oil and derby tires, Michelin, michelin floor jack, sams club, sams's club, Tool RepairLeave a comment on Fixing Stuff

Optimum Fuel Selection

Theories and reasonings for blending pump gas and e85 specifically for demo derby.

Posted byDerby DudeNovember 18, 2021Posted inMusingsTags:4kdt, demo derby, derby, derby theories, e40, ethanol, fuel calcs, klein oil, methanol, vapor pressureLeave a comment on Optimum Fuel Selection

1976 Impala Revival Build

Bringing an old pre ran back to life.

Posted byDerby DudeAugust 26, 2021Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:76 impala, automotive, chevy impala, demo derby, demoderbytime, derby blog, derby impala, derby time, impala, kleinoil, kleinoilandderbytires, old ironLeave a comment on 1976 Impala Revival Build

So Many Derbies, So Little Time

Recap of my latest derbies and results and pictures.

Posted byDerby DudeAugust 17, 2021Posted inUncategorizedTags:4kdt, automotive, cars, demo derby, derby blog, derby time, derbytime, greg close memorial derby, lincoln county fair, oakley, sylvan grove, team derbyLeave a comment on So Many Derbies, So Little Time

So What Took You Out?

Self reflection for the derby soul.

Posted byDerby DudeJune 4, 2021August 2, 2021Posted inMusingsTags:demo derby, demolition derby, derby blog, derby time, failures, so what took you outLeave a comment on So What Took You Out?

Mechanical Advantage on Floor Mount Brake Pedals

Know what to look for when selecting your next brake pedal set up.

Posted byDerby DudeMay 14, 2021June 16, 2021Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:brakes, derby brakes, floor mount brake pedal, mechanical advantage, pedal assemblyLeave a comment on Mechanical Advantage on Floor Mount Brake Pedals

Preventing Fuel Loss in Rollover Event

Where will your fuel go when your car is on its side!

Posted byDerby DudeMay 4, 2021June 16, 2021Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:demo derby, derby blog, F4, FATS, figure 4 fuel vent, fuel cell vent, fuel check valve, prevent fuel spill, rollover valve, rollovers, vent routingLeave a comment on Preventing Fuel Loss in Rollover Event

No, don’t talk about EVACS!

Dive deep into the controversial header evac debate

Posted byDerby DudeApril 30, 2021June 16, 2021Posted inMusingsTags:derby blog, engine power, evacs, header evacs, headers, thatscool, youcheckingmytags?1 Comment on No, don’t talk about EVACS!

Icebox Transmission Cooler Calcs

The old reliable “icebox” transmission cooler deserves a second look.

Posted byDerby DudeApril 26, 2021June 16, 2021Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:ammo can uses, demo derby, icebox, thermodynamics, tranny cooler, transmission coolerLeave a comment on Icebox Transmission Cooler Calcs

PowerWheels Derby Jeep Build

I do a little more than necessary to prep a powerwheels toy for some demo derby action.

Posted byDerby DudeApril 14, 2021June 16, 2021Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:18v powerwheels, jeep, jeep derby build, power wheels, powerwheels, powerwheels build, powerwheels derbyLeave a comment on PowerWheels Derby Jeep Build

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