Formula Ford

redbaron · 17-02-2008, 18:43

Just wondering if anyone else on the board is into Formula Ford, had PM's from Old Blue JMK2/Vikki about the links in my sig already.

I am invovled in running a FF team in the UK championship and its great fun. It all kicks off again on easter monday @ Oulton. We race along site British GT and F3 so there is plenty to see and do....

If you are there and wandering about the paddock you can miss us...

**GAFF** · 17-02-2008, 20:25

Best of luck with the season, I know a couple of Irish guys who competed in it at one stage or another.

redbaron · 17-02-2008, 20:28

well our chassis come from Comtec and an irish guy you might have heard of... Martin Donnelly...?

**GAFF** · 17-02-2008, 20:30

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Originally Posted by redbaron

well our chassis come from Comtec and an irish guy you might have heard of... Martin Donnelly...?

I think I did, where is he based? Does he run/use to run a team?

Tom_vRS · 17-02-2008, 20:31

Exciting stuff.

Will pit tours be available Paul? I think I've managed to blag some tickets

Sure does sound like fun though!

redbaron · 17-02-2008, 20:45

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Originally Posted by Tom_vRS

Exciting stuff.

Will pit tours be available Paul? I think I've managed to blag some tickets

Sure does sound like fun though!

for you anything is possible...

**VRStu** · 17-02-2008, 20:46

I followed the link in your sig yesterday Paul and had a nose around the site. Hope it all goes well for the season.

redbaron · 17-02-2008, 20:48

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Originally Posted by GAFF

I think I did, where is he based? Does he run/use to run a team?

ex F1 racer.... and all round top man....

**GAFF** · 17-02-2008, 21:01

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Originally Posted by redbaron

ex F1 racer.... and all round top man....

The bells are ringing now

redbaron · 17-02-2008, 21:05

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Originally Posted by VRStu

I followed the link in your sig yesterday Paul and had a nose around the site. Hope it all goes well for the season.

cheers,

is a tense time... with it being 2 new cars this season - of which only 1 is half built it is turning into a rush... but the 1st chassis which Comtec have built up has just broken the FF Duratec lap records at Snett and Oulton so we are itching to get our cars out there......

Robshaw · 17-02-2008, 23:55

Does one ask how much the 2007 cars are going for....

I think it's called - deep pockets?

Good luck with the season...

redbaron · 17-02-2008, 23:58

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Originally Posted by Robshaw

Does one ask how much the 2007 cars are going for....

I think it's called - deep pockets?

Good luck with the season...

they are being sold as rolling chassis so can be rebuilt as kent or duratec.... make me an offer!

Robshaw · 18-02-2008, 11:03

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Originally Posted by redbaron

they are being sold as rolling chassis so can be rebuilt as kent or duratec.... make me an offer!

Tempted - You have a PM

spinndrift · 22-02-2008, 13:53

Good luck with it all Paul.

What are the regs for FF engine wise - is there a choice of engines you can use or just a choice of fettlers for a control type engine?

andy2407 · 22-02-2008, 14:13

Looks very interesting Paul. Has the series got much TV coverage?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom_vRS

I think I've managed to blag some tickets

Any good tips for ticket blagging? I've had a few good days out at OP. Brisky mini-meet on Easter Monday?

ScoobyChris · 22-02-2008, 14:31

Andy, drop VikkiVRS a PM as she regularly marshalls at OP and may have some contacts.

I had a nose around some Formula Fords at a race meeting at Kirkistown and was amazed how back-to-basics they were. Also wasn't lucky enough to have a go in one at the time, but maybe one day

Chris

redbaron · 22-02-2008, 15:25

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Originally Posted by spinndrift

Good luck with it all Paul.

What are the regs for FF engine wise - is there a choice of engines you can use or just a choice of fettlers for a control type engine?

its very much locked down as is tranny... but that goes sequential next year....

the freedom comes more in the chassis....

redbaron · 22-02-2008, 15:27

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Originally Posted by andy2407

Looks very interesting Paul. Has the series got much TV coverage?

Any good tips for ticket blagging? I've had a few good days out at OP. Brisky mini-meet on Easter Monday?

wish i could blag tickets.... am even having to pay for team to get in.. we get tickets for drivers and 2 staff. bloody tight if you ask me...

flip side is from a spectator pov its work paying as get to see GT and F3 too....

will be on tv - sky cover the whole season even in HD this year i believe

andy2407 · 22-02-2008, 18:12

Just found some pics from last time I went - although no Formula Ford unfortunately. Has it been brought in to replace the Caterhams?

http://www.briskoda.net/forums/gener...k-today/52038/

Anyway, as Paul says, its a good day out

daiking · 22-02-2008, 18:55

Having a look at the regs, http://www.britishformulaford.co.uk/downloads/2008_BFFC_Duratec_1600_Regulations.pdf This is the mk2 focus 1.6 engine isn't it?

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5.2 Permitted Engine

5.2.1 The only permitted base engine is the Ford 1600cc, 16
Valve Duratec engine in its 100PS Non-VCT (Focus &
Fiesta) form (code FYJA or FYJB) with nominal bore 79.0mm
and stroke 81.4mm, fitted with the components in the

mandatory engine performance kit.

Is the power output still the standard 100hp?

17-02-2008, 18:43	#1
redbaron Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 9,507 Thanks: 13 Thanked 65 Times in 57 Posts	Formula Ford Just wondering if anyone else on the board is into Formula Ford, had PM's from Old Blue JMK2/Vikki about the links in my sig already. I am invovled in running a FF team in the UK championship and its great fun. It all kicks off again on easter monday @ Oulton. We race along site British GT and F3 so there is plenty to see and do.... If you are there and wandering about the paddock you can miss us... __________________ ________________________________________ Some times I just feel like smiling.

17-02-2008, 20:25	#2
GAFF Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 5,772 Thanks: 25 Thanked 65 Times in 63 Posts	Re: Formula Ford Best of luck with the season, I know a couple of Irish guys who competed in it at one stage or another. __________________ GAFF Briskoda Ireland Events, Meets & Pictures.....Race Blue Octavia MkII vRS.....Old Octavia MkI vRS

17-02-2008, 20:28	#3
redbaron Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2003 Posts: 9,507 Thanks: 13 Thanked 65 Times in 57 Posts	Re: Formula Ford well our chassis come from Comtec and an irish guy you might have heard of... Martin Donnelly...? __________________ ________________________________________ Some times I just feel like smiling.

17-02-2008, 20:31	#5
Tom_vRS Briskodaholic Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Fenland, Cambridgeshire Posts: 11,056 Thanks: 623 Thanked 376 Times in 257 Posts	Re: Formula Ford Exciting stuff. Will pit tours be available Paul? I think I've managed to blag some tickets Sure does sound like fun though! __________________ 97/R BMW 328i in Boston Green. Don't miss the new DR COLORCHIPS GROUP BUY!

17-02-2008, 20:46	#7
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,454 Thanks: 116 Thanked 926 Times in 830 Posts	Re: Formula Ford I followed the link in your sig yesterday Paul and had a nose around the site. Hope it all goes well for the season. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Buy My Octy for £11k - http://briskoda.net/skodas-sale/oct-07-57-octy-ii-vrs-hatch-2-0-tfsi-11k/125614/ Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

17-02-2008, 23:55	#11
Robshaw .:Robbo:. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: England Posts: 2,191 Thanks: 168 Thanked 99 Times in 84 Posts	Re: Formula Ford Does one ask how much the 2007 cars are going for.... I think it's called - deep pockets? Good luck with the season... __________________ Current: Clio 1.2 16v Dynamic Sold: Skoda Fabia vRS Honda Civic Type R

22-02-2008, 13:53	#14
spinndrift Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Woking Posts: 6,612 Thanks: 1 Thanked 6 Times in 6 Posts	Re: Formula Ford Good luck with it all Paul. What are the regs for FF engine wise - is there a choice of engines you can use or just a choice of fettlers for a control type engine? __________________ Rev. Andy The Rallying Reverend www.miniroadrunnerrallying.co.uk No money for rallying makes Andy a dull boy

22-02-2008, 14:31	#16
ScoobyChris Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Andover Posts: 18,127 Thanks: 15 Thanked 327 Times in 285 Posts	Re: Formula Ford Andy, drop VikkiVRS a PM as she regularly marshalls at OP and may have some contacts. I had a nose around some Formula Fords at a race meeting at Kirkistown and was amazed how back-to-basics they were. Also wasn't lucky enough to have a go in one at the time, but maybe one day Chris __________________ Holding up the traffic in a little Italian..........

22-02-2008, 18:12	#19
andy2407 Marmite Burner Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Upper Ramsbottom Posts: 5,385 Thanks: 50 Thanked 182 Times in 151 Posts	Re: Formula Ford Just found some pics from last time I went - although no Formula Ford unfortunately. Has it been brought in to replace the Caterhams? http://www.briskoda.net/forums/gener...k-today/52038/ Anyway, as Paul says, its a good day out __________________ The future's bright The future's mellow Now with a little zest of Washbrook added

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