| Broke_as_**** wrote: "For the amount of work that would take you could probably build half a dozen engines that would make more than enough power." That's not the objective here.
R & D, durability and reliability are the focus of this project. Broke_as_**** wrote: "Why do you need such a high revving VG?" Attaining a higher rev limit actually gives the driver a better opportunity to get the power down to the track, the suspension movements and driver inputs are then smoothed out, producing faster and consistent lap times.
Exploring the upper limits of what could be made available for the VG30 is part of the specific goals set for this project. What better way to establish new limits for the VG30? Broke_as_**** wrote: "What combination of rules and competition requirements are forcing the VG block on this project?" Again, R & D and development testing. Utilizing Car Club Track days for testing are what the plans are.
The Z is just a "test bed" for this project as it is already a fairly robust design, are relatively cheap to obtain, and there are plentiful resources for performance parts. Broke_as_**** wrote: "Even if it all comes together you'd end up with a one off block and piston set that would be murderously expensive to repair if something goes wrong." Ahhh, that is where you would be mistaken, If you go to a 4.00" bore, then aftermarket SBC off the shelf parts would fit, making the build faster, and more cost effective.
Broke_as_**** wrote: "Hell, if anything, for road racing, focus your time and attention on chassis and suspension setup."
I agree in part, Getting a reliable high revving engine installed is only part of the overall equation, suspension tuning, brakes and safety equipment are the first priorities for development.
Planning and research about part availabilities are all part of the R & D. However, the system as a whole needs careful attention to detailed planning.
Broke_as_**** wrote: "Kuah was only making something like 400rwhp when he was a close 4th behind a trio of factory prepped cars." That's great for Kuah, congratulations on his good finish...
Not that I don't care about racing, but that's not what this project is about.
Again this is a R&D / testing project, not a race car.
Yes, the research has a road racing application, but that is where any similarities end.
You're posting data about Kuah's racing results is incomplete and not valid for the subject matter. Again, Research and Development (including testing) Durability / reliability are the primary goals of my project.
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