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1976 Impala Revival Build

Bringing an old pre ran back to life.

Posted byDerby DudeAugust 26, 2021Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:76 impala, automotive, chevy impala, demo derby, demoderbytime, derby blog, derby impala, derby time, impala, kleinoil, kleinoilandderbytires, old ironLeave a comment on 1976 Impala Revival Build

Mechanical Advantage on Floor Mount Brake Pedals

Know what to look for when selecting your next brake pedal set up.

Posted byDerby DudeMay 14, 2021June 16, 2021Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:brakes, derby brakes, floor mount brake pedal, mechanical advantage, pedal assemblyLeave a comment on Mechanical Advantage on Floor Mount Brake Pedals

Fuel Tank Rollover Venting: How to Prevent Spills

Where will your fuel go when your car is on its side!

Posted byDerby DudeMay 4, 2021April 2, 2026Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:demo derby, derby blog, F4, FATS, figure 4 fuel vent, fuel cell vent, fuel check valve, prevent fuel spill, rollover valve, rollovers, vent routingLeave a comment on Fuel Tank Rollover Venting: How to Prevent Spills

Icebox Transmission Cooler Calcs

The old reliable “icebox” transmission cooler deserves a second look.

Posted byDerby DudeApril 26, 2021April 1, 2026Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:ammo can uses, demo derby, icebox, thermodynamics, tranny cooler, transmission coolerLeave a comment on Icebox Transmission Cooler Calcs

PowerWheels Derby Jeep Build

I do a little more than necessary to prep a powerwheels toy for some demo derby action.

Posted byDerby DudeApril 14, 2021June 16, 2021Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:18v powerwheels, jeep, jeep derby build, power wheels, powerwheels, powerwheels build, powerwheels derbyLeave a comment on PowerWheels Derby Jeep Build

Cheap 10 Bolt Rear End

An atypical bolt-in-axle build

Posted byDerby DudeApril 1, 2021June 16, 2021Posted inDerby ProjectsTags:10 bolt, 8.8, bolt-in-axle, demo derby, ford, gm, gm 8.5, rear axle, rear endLeave a comment on Cheap 10 Bolt Rear End
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