Work List For Vodden 2016

Going into May here is the work list:

Work Checklist for 2016 Vodden The Hell Are We doing?
Electrical Systems			Status
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Power disconnect switch	Done		Done
	2	Dashboard / Gages
	3	Alternator light	Done		Done
	4	Descuzzify wires	Done		Done
	5	Main power battery hookups			Done	Reconnect -Z
	6	Traqmate			Done	Mount Z
	7	Battery charged
	8	Check charging system
	9	Check ECU error codes
	10	Switch for the cooling seat	Done		Done
	11	Start button	Done		Done
	12	Cooling fan	Done		Done
	13	Idiot light system	Done		Done
	14	ABS switch				Investigate
	15	Racer Connect System - Car				Camera Setup
	16	Racer Connect System - Pit				Jackspot setup – Laptop - Monitor
Engine and Drivetrain
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Engine compress test	Done		Done	Z-  1-170, 2-180, 3-17-, 4-180, 5-180, 6-180 D1-180,2-180, 3-165, 4-180
	2	Spark plug check	Done		Done
	3	Replace oil filter
	4	Replace engine oil				Waiting for delivery of 24 quarts
	5	Check transmission oil				Waiting for delivery of 12 quarts
	6	Check differential oil
	7	Check clutch fluid
	8	Inspect timing belt	Done		Done
	9	Inspect water and alt belt
	10	Check air box
	11	Check and add water to radiator
	12	Check and add water to overflow
	13	Inspect throttle cable
	14	Oil cooler and lines inspection				Z – leak tighten fittings
	15	Run engine to temperature
	16	Radiator				Z- Replace temperature probe hose
	17	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 and rear sway bar mount
	5	Check rear and front bushing
	6	Check rotors	Done
	7	Check brake pads				Z – Hawks DTC-60 rears on order D – Hawks HT-10 rears on order
	8	Bleed brake lines
	9	Alignment				D- Rear Sub frame still needs alignment
	10	Tires and rims				D – 4 tires and rims need mounting Z- 1 rim and 2 tires
	11	Check tire pressures				Z – 29 f 28 r D – 28 f/r
	12	Strut tower support
	13	Springs and Perch Inspection
	14	Break Bias				D – Acquire and add
	15	Brake Cooling	Done
Safety Systems
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Check fire extinguisher
	2	Fire suppression system				D- Install
	3	Check seat
	4	Check back rest
	5	Check seat harness
	6	Check mirrors
	7	Roll bar pad
	8	Check tow hitch				Make sure they are labeled
	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
	15	Rear fire wall
	16	Windshield
	17	Fuel Vent line and system
Chassis
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Wipers				Most likely not needed.
	2	Front skirt			Done	Z – Repair
	3	Rear diffuser	Done		Done
	4	Rear spoiler	Done		Done
	5	Door Latch Inspection
	6	Door Panel Repair
	7	Fender repair				D – Right Rear fender
	8	Front and rear bumpers				Z- Patch Rear Bumper
	9	Jack points	Done		Done

Pit and Logistics Systems
		Items	300z		Type D	Comments
	1	Hotel room confirmation and number of rooms confirmed	Done		Done	5 Room at Studio 6
	2	Reserve tow truck	Done			Z - Daws Lugnut D - Pansy II- Sparky
	3	Reserve trailer	Done		Done	Z Travel’yn Toys D- U-Haul
	4	RV rental	Done		Done	RV pending rental
	5	T-shirt printing
	6	Team hats and jackets
	7	Menu				In Process
	8	Residual value memo to Marilee
	9	Check radio harness
	10	Ear buds for radio
	11	Radio				7 Radios
	12	Drivers Schedule
	13	7x5-gallon carboy				Acquiring 1 Can and needs setup
	14	Fuel storage	Done		Done	6x5 gallon
	15	Pump	Done		Done
	16	Inspect Pit Fire Extinguisher
	17	Spare parts				Create inventory
	18	Pack for the track
	19	Test drive
	20	Binder
	21	Install seat cooler and test				Might Need it
Décor
		Items				Comments
	1	Car number				Need 11x17 labels Z – right door replacement
	2	Team logo				Review
	3	VLE logo				Inspect
	4	Paint				Touch Up
	5	Team Logo for Padlock	Done		Done	Print
	6	Awning – 5 needed				Need 2 new ones

Work Restarts in Ernest

Today, work on the cars for the upcoming race restarted.  Lugnut, Tow, and I focused our efforts on the Z's transmission.  With all that helped before lunch, we had the transmission out and began examined the pressure plate, clutch, and other parts that we examine.

We then proceeded to swap the usable parts to the transmission Torch rebuild.

Torch's handy work can be seen all over the transmission.

With the transmission out, prepped, and ready for installation we took our lunch break.   Beer and pulled pork.

After the excellent lunch we got back to work and by 3pm we the exchange was completed and one less item of the list.  We might in the next week fill it with oil that is coming and run it around the block, but that is clear for another day as we reveal in another success team effort.

LeMons: YOU'RE IN! Vodden the Hell Are We Doing?

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Hi, Muddy: 

Half-Life Racing (Seize-Z-um) has been officially ACCEPTED for Vodden the Hell Are We Doing? at Thunderhill Raceway Park, Willows CA on May 21 - May 22. (Multiple entries? Log in to see what got in and what didn't.  Yes both cars are in!)

If you're racing, you must read this email completely!

1) FINISH YOUR INFO: Your team's current status is Not Ready to Race. If you're not showing "ready to race," log on here and fix what's missing. (In case you need it, here's a step-by-step guide to the reg process.) 
 

2) PRINT A TECH SHEET and inspect your car against every line. Bring your signed, filled-out Tech Sheet to Tech at the track, and remember--not every rule is reflected on the Tech Sheet. You still need to study the full LeMons Rulebook.
 

3) READ THESE NOTICES:

EVENT SCHEDULE, CAMPING, DIRECTIONS, ETC: Look for these on this race's Event Page--when we learn something new, we'll update it there.

DRIVER-SAFETY GEAR: FULL SFI 38.1-RATED HEAD-AND-NECK UNITS ARE NOW MANDATORY! To see helmets, suits, head-and-neck units, and all the other required crap at sponsor-subsidized rates, visit LeMons' online store.

RACE #s: If the number you want isn't available on your Team Home Page's pulldown menu, somebody else already has it. Pick another one.

RULES: The LeMons Rulebook has been updated! Read the complete Rulebook (http://www.24hoursoflemons.com/prices-rules) now and re-check it often, refreshing your browser each time. Remember, it's your job to know this stuff!

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4) COUGH UP YOUR ENTRY FEE: Your entry fees are due now--all fees must be paid in full by 04/09/2016. Miss that deadline, and your spot may be given to a team on the waitlist. (Need to beg an extension? Drop Nick an email before the due date.) To check your current balance or pay online, see your Team Home Page at https://registration.24hoursoflemons.com/members/races/registration/signup_id/15436.

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Two Transmissions into One

I hope everyone enjoyed the Super Bowl 50.  We were able to clear out the Shop and its condition was almost acceptable to all.  In that clean out process, we were able to pulled two Z transmission out.  Then we had the true die hard at work on them this weekend.  Reports from Ben Lomand is that we just might be able to get two Transmission into one that will work.  Here are some shots of the progress.

Cleaned Transmission Casing

 Housing removed

 Gear set and shift forks

5th Gear and revers.  Who needs thous?

Arrow points to the synchro clips that the current transmission ate.  This transmission still has them.

Nice work Torch.  Can't wait to try and get this swapped.