Building and Racing Cars: Seeking Help with Engineering and Physics Challenges

In summary, building and racing cars involves facing various engineering and physics challenges. These challenges can range from designing a high-performance engine to creating an aerodynamic body for optimal speed. Seeking help from experts in these fields can greatly assist in overcoming these challenges and achieving success in the world of car building and racing.
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I am retired. I have a hobby of building my own engines, transmissions and doing all the work to my cars and racing in advanced high performance driver education (HPDE) or "track day" formats. I used to road race... I am building an 818R kit car but currently have a fully track prepared Subaru STi putting over 400 WHP to the ground.
I have an minor engineering schooling background and tons of "experiential education" but occasionally am stumped and need help with simple or somewhat unique issues usually related to engineering or physics.
I was once a specialist in thermoset plastics and silicone rubber molds. I know Rapid Prototyping, adhesives, plastics and more and may be of some help in those areas.
 
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Scargo said:
I am retired. I have a hobby of building my own engines, transmissions and doing all the work to my cars and racing in advanced high performance driver education (HPDE) or "track day" formats. I used to road race... I am building an 818R kit car but currently have a fully track prepared Subaru STi putting over 400 WHP to the ground.
I have an minor engineering schooling background and tons of "experiential education" but occasionally am stumped and need help with simple or somewhat unique issues usually related to engineering or physics.
I was once a specialist in thermoset plastics and silicone rubber molds. I know Rapid Prototyping, adhesives, plastics and more and may be of some help in those areas.
Enjoy the PF! The Automotive forum was recently merged into the ME forum -- I think you will have fun in there (and the other forums here). :smile:
 

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