Go Kart anyone?

Doc Watson

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Thats one way to prevent slipstreaming.... hit the afterburner and anybody behind you is toast.... literally....
 
I'm no engineer but the thrust line and engine location look too far above and behind rear wheels?
Any other thoughts?
regards
mm
 

JohnC

Missing a few cylinders
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As if we didn't already have enough choices of ways to kill ourselves, hehehe.

No eject button?
 

Randy V

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Hmmm..
Here's the specs on the engine (sans afterburner)

Here are some stats for the resulting JFS-100 Turbojet:
  • Thrust: 100 lbs. thrust @ 104% N1.
  • Weight: 55 lbs.
  • Thrust to weight ratio: 1.8:1
  • Specific Fuel Consumption: 1.17 lb/lbt-hr.
  • Fuel Consumption: 117 lbs/hr, 17 gallons/hr.
  • Compressor Speed: 75,000 rpm
More info on this type of Kart here:
TURBOKART

I'd hate to be the sap in the seat when that plastic dryer duct hose rips loose at 75,000 RPM.. It would likely suck the shirt off your back!!!
 
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