It just might happen that Whitey runs in the Vodden Race

I just received word from Sparky of his progress. Last I left him and Whitey in late June, the wiring harness was spilling out of the car like guts, and all had concerns look as the car would not start because of a ground wire in the ignition was sporadically working. Also, facing us was the tedious work to identify each of the wires to activate or deactivate the car's various functions. I think the sporadic element was too much, but whatever the case, Sparky has decided to rewire a good portion of Whitey. This task is not taken lightly for it too is a lot of work and requires great skill to accomplish. So, forgive me that there was some doubt (more because of the time, and only Sparky has the skills) that there is a plan B in mind. (Rubie like a Phoenix can rise again in three week.  It would take some " unique " fixes, and no guaranties that we will be point straight, but something will run.)

However, since that glumly June, we have seen many events.  The first being the main wiring harness coming out. (See,  a previous post with Torch proudly weighing the end trails.) Various e-mails about plans, cars systems added to the plans, and parts arriving all greatly increased the hope. Then today comes additional good news. A photo of life in the control panel and switches as the new wiring harness is bench (really card table) tested.

This is a big milestone, so many kudos to Sparky for his hard work to get to this point. We still need to get it all in, and test it, but hey one step at a time.

As for other items, work on both cars are planned for this weekend. I plan to visit Torch on Sunday to continue to reduce those pesky punch list items, so more on that later this weekend.

July Work List for Vodden the Hell

A lot of work has been done up to this point, but there is still a fair amount left to get us ready for September.  Here is the work list that I know of at this point.

Work List for 2014 Thunderhill Vodden the Hell

Electrical Systems			Status
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Power disconnect switch				Need Box and Install
	2	Dashboard / Gages				Z-Install dash, clock, volt/ D-check
	3	Alternator light
	4	Descuzzify wires				Rewire Z
	5	Cyclopes and rear lights
	6	Main power battery hookups				Install
	7	Install Traqmate/Wifi Lapper				D- Figure Samsung power
	8	Battery charged
	9	Check charging system
	10	Check ECU error codes
	11	Off switch for the cooling seat				Install
	12	Start button				Install
	13	Fan switch				Install
	14	Idiot light system				Z- Install / D- Cover light – lower high temp
	15	ABS switch				Install
Engine and Driver train
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Engine compress test	Done		Done	Z: 1- 180, 2 -170, 3- 180, 4-180, 5-180, 6-170   D1-185,2-185, 3-185, 4-180
	2	Spark plug			Done
	3	Replace oil filter
	4	Replace engine oil				Need 16 quarts for the race
	5	Check transmission oil				Need shifter bushing
	6	Check differential oil				Need 2 gallons for gear oil the race
	7	Check clutch fluid
	8	Inspect timing belt
	9	Inspect water and alt belt
	10	Check air box				Z design / D nstall
	11	Check and add water to radiator				Install
	12	Check and add water to overflow				Install
	13	Cooling fan				Install fan switch
	14	Inspect and replace throttle cable
	15	Oil cooler and lines inspection				Install
	16	Run engine to temperature
	17	Test rear differential				D- Review
	18	Fuel cooling plan				Not Happening
	19	Radiator screen
Suspension and Brakes
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Check strut and tighten
	2	Inspection ball joint
	3	Check wheel bearings
	4	Front Sway bar mount
	5	Check rear and front bushing
	6	Check rotors				Acquire rotors for Z
	7	Check brake pads				Acquire brake pads Z
	8	Bleed brake lines
	9	Check bias
	10	Alignment
	11	Tires and rims				Z 1-rim – 8 tires / D – 2 tires
	12	Check tire pressures
	13	Strut tower support
Safety Systems
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Check fire extinguisher				Install in Z
	2	Fire suppression system				Install
	3	Check seat
	4	Check back rest
	5	Check seat harness
	6	Check mirrors				Have Z mirror
	7	Roll bar pad				Install in the Z
	8	Check tow hitch				Find Z Tow Hitch
	9	Cover remaining glass
	10	Secure roll cage
	11	Arm restraints / driver net
	12	Fire wall inspection
	13	Battery disconnect outside
	14	Main battery secured				Need battery box for Z
	15	Rear fire wall
Chassis
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Wipers
	2	Front skirt				Need to order
	3	Rear diffuser				Design and install
	4	Rear spoiler				Install Z
	5	Fender repair				Fix D
	6	Front and rear bumpers				Fix D
	7	Jack points

Pit and Logistics Systems
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Hotel room confirmation and number of rooms confirmed	Done		Done	5 Room at Baymount Inn
	2	Reserve tow truck	Done			Daws / Need a second
	3	Reserve trailer			Done	Pending Contact from Tarvlyn Toys
	4	RV rental	Done		Done	RV pending rental
	5	T-shirt printing
	6	Team hats and jackets
	7	Menu				In Process (Pizza likely)
	8	Residual value memo to Jay
	9	Check radio harness				Z install and check
	10	Ear buds for radio
	11	Radio	Done		Done	7 Radios
	12	Drivers Schedule
	13	5x5-gallon carboy				Need to setup 3 carboys
	14	Fuel storage				55 gallon + 5x5 gallon
	15	Pump
	16	Spare parts				Create inventory
	17	Pack for the track
	18	Test drive
	19	Binder				Start Z & edit D's binder
	20	Install seat cooler and test				Need hose
Décor
		Items				Comments
	1	Car number				Need 11x17 label
	2	Team logo				Review
	3	VLE logo				Have 11x17 label
	4	Paint				Design Themes

 (Key to colors:

Green	Ready for track
Yellow	Have all parts needed just to inspect and complete
Red	Need parts and/or plan

Current State of the 300z wires...