[NoVa-Corvairs] Fwd: <VV> Valve cover racers

[Bryan Blackwell]

Since we were just talking about this, seemed like a good one to pass 
along.  Also, I dropped a note to Smitty regarding the track.

--Bryan

Begin forwarded message:

> Basically the rules are:
> Gravity only, no springs, motors, etc.
> Maximum weight 4.5 pounds.
> Must use a Corvair valve cover in some form.
> 16" max length, 8" max width (don't make it 8" wide or it will rub the
> sides)
> No part of racer to hang over the starting gate.
>
> The secret to winning is to have the least friction on your axles (Ball
> bearings) and the lightest wheels possible.  A body at rest tends to 
> stay at
> rest.  Heavy wheels start slow.
>
> Clark Hartzel