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    maticulus replied to the thread Mazda RX-8 P2 build.
    The noise is intense despite not being anywhere near max rpm. I believe it is mostly the belt as opposed to the bearings because my...
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    wkerstens replied to the thread Mazda RX-8 P2 build.
    Belt is in, got to about 5000 motor rpm but then got scared of the 3D printed motor bracket vibrating apart. Working on the aluminium...
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    r.brown.bayliss reacted to wkerstens's post in the thread Mazda RX-8 P2 build with Like Like.
    I didn't, thanks, that was a very interesting thread. Looks similar to what I plan to do. Got the motor controller, motor and BMS in...
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    maticulus replied to the thread The junkyard approach.
    The initial math for determining the foundational equipment is straightforward given it involves basic engine performance parameters...
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    Tussock replied to the thread The junkyard approach.
    I have a background as a service and repair mechanic (15 years) and have built many RC models and racing drones... 2 motors is easy...
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    maticulus replied to the thread The junkyard approach.
    It's a Flier ESC so the durability and dependability maybe questionable from what I've read, therefore you aim for far more power...
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    Tussock replied to the thread The junkyard approach.
    Thanks for the reply. That ESC you're looking at is a monster. this one? https://www.ebay.com/itm/266909143317 I think the peak...
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    wkerstens replied to the thread Mazda RX-8 P2 build.
    I didn't, thanks, that was a very interesting thread. Looks similar to what I plan to do. Got the motor controller, motor and BMS in...
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    Tsah reacted to brettus8's post in the thread Add 3-4psi to 1.6l with Like Like.
    Look into the Torque Amp system from Sweden.
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    brettus8 replied to the thread Add 3-4psi to 1.6l.
    Look into the Torque Amp system from Sweden.
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    Hi, I have Subaru Xv 1.6l, 114hp. Ther is some in line elec turbo can add 3-4psi? Thanks
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    r.brown.bayliss replied to the thread Mazda RX-8 P2 build.
    I don't know if you have seen this thread? https://www.electrifiedboost.com/threads/raspberry-p-s-i.163/ Towards the bottom of the...
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    r.brown.bayliss reacted to wkerstens's post in the thread Mazda RX-8 P2 build with Like Like.
    What worked for me was dropping the “high efficiency machining” and just doing 60-80% stepover with 0.5 mm DoC and high feedrates. Yes...
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    wkerstens replied to the thread Mazda RX-8 P2 build.
    What worked for me was dropping the “high efficiency machining” and just doing 60-80% stepover with 0.5 mm DoC and high feedrates. Yes...
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    r.brown.bayliss replied to the thread Mazda RX-8 P2 build.
    i am getting bit chatter, its too flimsy, i am experimenting with slower feed speeds and less depth per pass. It won't hurt me if it...
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