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I thought there was some kind of lawsuit settlement years ago with C. Shelby that FFR agreed not to build a ‘40 replica?

A pedal mounted switch for the brake lights could be used avoiding any hydraulic issues.

Congratulations Andy!

I sold my TS40 years ago Jeff to a fellow who at the time ran the GM proving ground. If you look closely to one of the pictures you can read the sign. Every now and then it’s nice to keep in touch with folks here.

I’ve been thinking of going, it’s been a few years

If this is not exotic enough for you I’m at a loss for words

“WEMAC” is the mfg they are available on aircraft salvage websites.

Those are nice pieces! They are still available but certainly not at that low price. FYI, they might use only a 24V bulb so they would be very dim on 12V

Andy Sheldon sells a nice piece if you decide to go with the large flywheel/clutch. http://www.tornadosportscars.com/NewItems/Newitems.html

Outstanding Andy!

https://secoseals.com/aerospace/seco7/

McLaren M12 Coupe

FYI the UN5 is much different than the UN1 although they appear similar. The UN5 has a 9.5 inch ring gear and 4 spider differential. I believe the input/main shaft is longer as well. Here is a good link right here on the forum. https://www.gt40s.com/threads/renault-un5-trans.18709/

Well said Neil. My point is though that shifting the CG forward would necessitate dead weight added to the rear of the fuselage. I’m confident that with what they new at the time, they did an amazing job. It’s all speculation really but a good discussion of a design milestone.

Except that then when you would have to dictate that lead (dead weight) would have to be added to compensate for the forward CG of a higher displacement engine, it becomes a diminishing return. Higher power density aircraft engines of later designs negate these problems.

Several engine manufacturers built engines using similar design architecture during this era of aviation. Daimler Benz comes to mind. You guys would enjoy a book titled “ The Secret Horsepower Race” https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Horsepower-Race-Special-Development/dp/1911658867 It really...

Joel you’d probably enjoy this book WRT WW2 engine design/ development. https://www.amazon.com/Secret-Horsepower-Race-Western-Development/dp/1911658506

Silver plated 10/32 flange nuts (jet nuts) on stainless or inconel shoulder bolts, lubricated with milk of magnesia.

Having the steering wheel on the left side screams fake.

Looks like the magnetic plug/drain from a Honeywell 36-150 APU