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Post by paulskirocks on May 26, 2009 14:46:50 GMT -5
Yep, he's got some shots of that kart on his website.
Mike already told me to have his brother, Jeff, rebuild it when it's time. I guess Jeff is the Kohler guru... Anyways, I spoke with Jeff, and he says he has what ever I need... Can't wait to get her to a track! We'll see how I deal with the Tilly carb...
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Post by paulskirocks on May 26, 2009 14:49:30 GMT -5
Well, there goes the "weak, underpowered" excuse.... ;D You can't blame me for trying. That way, If I am watching the other F200s leave me in the dust, I'll have my arsenal of excuses planned out... ;D |
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Post by paulskirocks on May 26, 2009 18:35:59 GMT -5
Well, it's here...
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Post by Brad Wunder on May 27, 2009 18:10:15 GMT -5
Sooooo? Have you manged to scare the crap out of all the Little forest creatures yet??
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Post by paulskirocks on May 27, 2009 18:41:48 GMT -5
Naaa... I'll get it mounted after Prairie City, and give it a shake down run at Redding... I'm enjoying looking at it, though!
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Post by brad42 on May 27, 2009 20:36:29 GMT -5
Gallus gallus domesticus
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Post by paulskirocks on May 27, 2009 21:52:00 GMT -5
HAHA! I don't think so! Maybe a meleagris gallopavo... I need a clutch, Burris tires, and at least a practice day to make sure all is well... Unfortunately, those are not in this weeks budget... Soon... |
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Post by paulskirocks on Jun 7, 2009 11:32:27 GMT -5
OK, I have ordered some bits and pieces from APS to finalize hookup to my F200 Mule... Hopefully, I can get it functioning by the practice day...
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Post by paulskirocks on Jun 8, 2009 16:29:59 GMT -5
OK, she fired right up today, for the first time... ;D Sure a lot beefyer sounding than my weak and underpowered Animal...  I can't wait to try her out!! |
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Post by speedrome on Jun 8, 2009 19:09:42 GMT -5
You go Paul! nothing like a real hot rod..
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Post by paulskirocks on Jun 18, 2009 11:57:51 GMT -5
OK, I have all the little items needed to complete the Mule-Kart, so the only issue I have is that I am not in the mood for the drive down to the track... Of course, this is the last day I can practice at Redding due to the nationals next week...
So...
I'll keep ya'll updated if i get over my laziness...
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Post by Brad Wunder on Jun 18, 2009 12:18:12 GMT -5
Get yer whinny azz to the track young man....don't want to hear any excuses out of you for not have that baby ready to run.  |
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Post by paulskirocks on Jun 22, 2009 9:32:03 GMT -5
OK... I have now practiced and raced a F200...
Thanks to everyone who helped me or loaned me parts! What was interesting is that I had a tough time turning faster lap times than I can in my Animal, even though the F200 goes faster. These Tilly carbs are like an on/off switch, so I had to change my driving style and be more aggressive. As well, I had much less rear grip with the F200, so I had to make chassis adjustments. So, I did OK, and managed to drop 4 tenths of my best time with the Animal.
As well, after getting the carb adjusted (Thanks Todd), the F200 Kohler proved to have as much power as some of the Yamaha F200s, although Scott's out powered mine quite a bit. So, I have my hands full trying to be smooth in the F200, but I'll continue to bring it to NFRA races when I can make them.
All that said, I enjoy driving the Animal and World Formula more than the F200. However, I'll give it some time to see how it grows on me as I improve...
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Post by Steve Bryant on Jun 22, 2009 11:56:48 GMT -5
Hey Paul,
There is a longer throttle linkage arm available that gives more travel and will smooth out the on an off switch effect of the "tilly" I used one and liked it alot.
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Post by paulskirocks on Jun 22, 2009 12:03:24 GMT -5
Actually, I have that, but I need to change the position on my pedal for longer pedal range. Good point. Also, I just need to learn the powerband better. I can flat foot the Animal around corners, where I definitely can't in the F200!
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I can't wait to try her out!!