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Old 09-17-2014, 04:31 PM
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I agree! Sport is the future of Reno if it is to survive. I think Strega calling it quits is going to really hurt the non-pilot crowd attendance so guys like Kevin in the NXT will be the draw.

I think I'll try SARL before Reno but maybe one day.

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The RVs are not really competing against the high powered stuff in Sport Class. More RVs can only help the sport even if it's a bit of a procession.
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Old 09-17-2014, 05:27 PM
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I agree! Sport is the future of Reno if it is to survive. I think Strega calling it quits is going to really hurt the non-pilot crowd attendance so guys like Kevin in the NXT will be the draw.

I think I'll try SARL before Reno but maybe one day.
For reference, Strega was sold before the races, Tiger is calling it quits.

Strega will most likely continue to be the fastest airplane out there for a while... if the new owner can find someone who can fly it.
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Old 09-17-2014, 05:51 PM
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I clocked a 273 average lap speed with my 4 cylinders.. And it carried 2 people, tools, spares and 10 days worth of stuff from Kansas City.
Nice job Tom. I check your website from time to time. You've put a boatload of work into your Lancair.

Does Dave Morss also runs a 4-cyl? The two of you were the fastest "little motor" guys?
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Old 09-17-2014, 07:16 PM
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For reference, Strega was sold before the races, Tiger is calling it quits.
That'd good to know. I figured it would become a museum piece if Tiger didn't want to race it.
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Old 09-18-2014, 11:17 AM
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Default R409 RV8 Reno Facts,,,, Just the facts....



Well another Reno Race is over and I have to say it was a bitter sweet year with the loss of one of the most respected aviators and individuals I have ever known, Lee Behel will be missed by so many...

My NXT engine totally failed during 2nd flight the day before I was suppose to head to Reno. I am not sure what went wrong but when I drained the oil yesterday several pieces of a piston fell through the drain plug. Not good. I never really liked the idea of the geared engine and now wish I have just returned to 540 and had our new R series parts in time.

R409 on RV8: many have commented on this post about my RV8 and I thought I would share what I learned last week as I am sure many will find helpful.

The engine is a R409 with the original prototype AX50 cylinders that made about 234hp on our dyno. I knew going in the the 3 bladed MT might not perform quite as good at a 2 blade prop but since MT sponsors my NXT I thought I would try and muscle it with the 409. After qualifying and a few races it became apparent that my dirty airframe, step, and flat cowl could not be overcome with just the hp the R409. I tested both props during the evenings at Stead and found at 2750rpm both props made exactly the same speed. But, when I increased 100 rpm the 2 bladed Hartzell kept pulling!!!! So as not to distract from the main purpose of Racing the RV8 and showing off the engine, I went with the 2 bladed Hartzell on Saturday and the results speak for themselves. I pasted Jim's very clean RV8 with a Bart 375, Stan's RV8 with Nitrous, and finally the very clean RV7 flown by Charlie that wipped all of us all week! I actually kept the power up the entire race even with the huge lead I gained and found myself in front of my own Longez and even a Glasair I in the Bronze race on Sunday.

To say I am happy about the performance of the R Series 409 is an understatement. Now we will tear it down and replace with a final production version of our AX50 cylinders that we expect even better results.

The last test for the R series engines will be a thorough ASTM test to include using 91 unleaded fuel.

Stay tuned....
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Old 09-18-2014, 11:25 AM
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-----found myself in front of my own Longez and even a Glasair I in the Bronze race on Sunday.
That explains why the Eze had the 409.

That was fun to watch the race between the two of you.

How did you con a ride in the jet for the Unlimited Gold?? Where do I sign up
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Old 09-18-2014, 12:14 PM
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Thanks for the post Kevin. I figured you had a pretty stock airframe and the others didn't. Knew some of the others had engine mods too.

Watched the live feed and was cheering for you. Nice to see an -8 run so well.

Looking forward to seeing you back with the NXT in 2015 though, Jeff needs some competition badly!
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Old 09-18-2014, 12:23 PM
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How did you con a ride in the jet for the Unlimited Gold?? Where do I sign up
Different Kevin.
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Old 09-18-2014, 12:50 PM
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Pretty sure the announcer said Kevin Eldredge -------------- but then as many errors as they uttered during the races, who knows ??? Might have been the Easter bunny for all I know.
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Old 09-18-2014, 12:54 PM
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Pretty sure the announcer said Kevin Eldredge -------------- but then as many errors as they uttered during the races, who knows ??? Might have been the Easter bunny for all I know.
Kevin Eldredge is Relentless. Kevin Eldridge is a Chino Kid.

Eldridge bailed out of the Super Corsair on fire at Pheonix years ago.

Eldredge landed Relentless with no prop at Reno.

2 badass dudes but not the same.
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