Superformance MKII, Riverside Racer 289 FIA vintage race car

[Mark IV]

Some pictures of the Time Machines Superformance FIA 289 at the Glen.

[1795]

Rick,

Thanks for posting the photos. It is definitely a team effort. I greatly appreciate all of the support, guidance and knowledge that I have received from Time Machines and Olthoff Racing. The person filling the fuel cell during the enduro was Dennis Olthoff, Rick was offering technical assistance from behind the wall. Both the FIA and I have benefitted from it. Looking forwards to next years racing season.

Jim

[Cracker]

I just watched your video and your car looks dialed in nicely. I am sure this has been listed somewhere but what tires and treadwear rating do you have to use? Also, that "porsche" is a 914 - I am a bit surprised it was a quick as it appeared on the straights - they are great in the corners. Looks like fun - good for you!

Tony

[1795]

Tony,

Thanks for the comments. The tires are Hoosier TD-R's and the treadler rating on them is "0". They are a bias ply tire. Yes that 914 was pretty quick. It has a 6 cylinder in it, that is why it appears quicker than you would expect. I almost passed it a couple of times. They switched drivers during their pit stop. The first driver was not quite as good as the second and he trended to break way too hard for some turns; almost ran up his rearend a couple of times. Which then caused me to have to brake hard and throw my rhythm off. Hoping to move forward, correct some mistakes and drive faster next year. Nothing like racing a cobra.

Jim