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    17th October 2017, 07:34 PM
    Bustamif replied to a thread Two new racecars in NZ in Renault Forum
    Absolutely agree Henry. Since I had to design, improvise and build my own cars, if something broke and took out a few more parts in the process, I...
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    17th October 2017, 09:32 AM
    Bustamif replied to a thread Two new racecars in NZ in Renault Forum
    There has been AF discussion on drive shaft rebuilds some time ago. Some opinion was to wait until something breaks then repair it. My practice is...
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    16th October 2017, 10:42 PM
    Bustamif replied to a thread Another R17 owner planning to upgrade in Renault Forum
    If you want serious skids just weld-r-up. Takes a little time to get a handle on the driving technique but very cost effective.
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    13th October 2017, 08:59 PM
    Bustamif replied to a thread 1959 Floride Restoration in Restoration Projects
    Yes KB, that spoiler has been tested through turn 1 Phillip Island @ 243 KPH (Renault powered Lotus of course) That spoiler started life on a...
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    13th October 2017, 07:58 PM
    Bustamif replied to a thread 1959 Floride Restoration in Restoration Projects
    Brettr called in today to check progress and discuss a few design ideas. We came up with a mock up front spoiler to keep the nose down and more...
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    12th October 2017, 11:12 PM
    Bustamif replied to a thread Wanted Caravelle parts in Parts For Sale / Wanted
    I am no Caravelle guru but I would expect that the suspension dampers are the same as R10/8. The lower engine bay sheet metal and shields could also...
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    11th October 2017, 10:20 PM
    Bustamif replied to a thread 807 engine balance. in Technical & Performance
    Considering the revs you have reached on that motor I would definitely balance the clutch and flywheel as an assembly and not assume the factory...
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    11th October 2017, 09:26 AM
    Bustamif replied to a thread R8 upgrade project in Restoration Projects
    The reading is real time instantly. On a left hand bend you can see the RHS pressures rise as the working side tyres warm up under load. Some basic...
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    29th September 2017, 03:01 PM
    Bustamif replied to a thread Two new racecars in NZ in Renault Forum
    In circuit racing (which is what Frans races) Porsche have used solid spool diffs and welded diffs in rear engined cars to win many endurance races...
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About Bustamif

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About Bustamif
Biography:
Retired Professional Race driver, Race Engineer, Insurance Legal Liability & Motorsport Operations Consultant
Location:
Windsor 2756 NSW Australia
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Consultant
Interests:
Driving, good food & wine, live music
Car(s) - Current:
R8G 1700, R10 Alconi 1.4, Race spec road registered Lotus 54 (Europa) 1800, !984 JWS GpC Sports Prototype - plus various others.

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