New Wiring Update

Robert Linton · 11-20-2003, 08:07 PM

The new wiring has saved 40 pounds -- not counting the elimination of certain relays due to the increase in wiring quality. Additionally, this savings includes the use of a number of somewhat heavier milspec connectors in place of the Porsche pieces.

graham_mitchell · 11-20-2003, 08:12 PM

Robert, do you ever get tired of seeing the word 'drool' popping up in your threads?

Robert Linton · 11-20-2003, 08:24 PM

Thank you. Will take pictures next week. The other interesting aspect is that the loom diameters have shrunk rather dramatically so as to permit the use of smaller fasteners and small flexible carbon fiber grommets. Additionally, I have just received a sample of aluminum battery cable for testing which could reduce weight even further.

poorb0yw · 11-20-2003, 11:22 PM

. Now how about announcing the date when we can see ol humpty dumpty.

Robert Linton · 11-20-2003, 11:55 PM

My schedule for January has become almost impossible and I am also booked through February 13th. How does the last week in February sound?

P.S. I think a way to save another .7 kg has been found -- producing the ABS accumulator in carbon -- but do not try this at home as this piece may be required to withstand pressure spikes of 250+ bar (3626+ psi).

graham_mitchell · 11-20-2003, 11:57 PM

Robert, will the car ever make it to Europe? I seem to remember you saying that there were Europeans involved in the project somehow.

Robert Linton · 11-21-2003, 12:10 AM

Yes, engineers and others in Austria, England, Germany and Italy have been involved. As to having the vehicle in Europe, although at this point this is unlikely due to potential damage in shipping, there might be a circumstance under which this could occur.

spyderman · 11-21-2003, 08:12 PM

Hey Robbert,

what do you think about switching to the new 42 volt electrical system. The american car engineers are hard at work on this, im sure some one could engineer this for a 964. with the 42 volts, you have more voltage, and there for, less amperage going through. you could make the wires really thin without melting them.

Robert Linton · 11-22-2003, 06:33 AM

Every project must have an end. And although I would also like to use nano technology, the end has come to this one.

11-20-2003, 08:07 PM	#1
Robert Linton Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 1,821	New Wiring Update The new wiring has saved 40 pounds -- not counting the elimination of certain relays due to the increase in wiring quality. Additionally, this savings includes the use of a number of somewhat heavier milspec connectors in place of the Porsche pieces.

11-20-2003, 08:12 PM	#2
graham_mitchell Playboy Photographer Rennlist Lifetime Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Kiev Posts: 18,324	Robert, do you ever get tired of seeing the word 'drool' popping up in your threads? __________________ Ex car: 993 C4 (silver, '95, manual) - Recaro SPG seats, Mille Miglia mufflers, HID upgrade, Veloce GT1 lightweight 18" wheels, 94kg/207 lbs removed so far... Ex ex car: 3.2 Carrera (midnight blue, '85)

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11-20-2003, 11:57 PM	#6
graham_mitchell Playboy Photographer Rennlist Lifetime Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Kiev Posts: 18,324	Robert, will the car ever make it to Europe? I seem to remember you saying that there were Europeans involved in the project somehow. __________________ Ex car: 993 C4 (silver, '95, manual) - Recaro SPG seats, Mille Miglia mufflers, HID upgrade, Veloce GT1 lightweight 18" wheels, 94kg/207 lbs removed so far... Ex ex car: 3.2 Carrera (midnight blue, '85)

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11-20-2003, 08:24 PM	#3
Robert Linton Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 1,821	Thank you. Will take pictures next week. The other interesting aspect is that the loom diameters have shrunk rather dramatically so as to permit the use of smaller fasteners and small flexible carbon fiber grommets. Additionally, I have just received a sample of aluminum battery cable for testing which could reduce weight even further.

11-20-2003, 11:55 PM	#5
Robert Linton Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 1,821	My schedule for January has become almost impossible and I am also booked through February 13th. How does the last week in February sound? P.S. I think a way to save another .7 kg has been found -- producing the ABS accumulator in carbon -- but do not try this at home as this piece may be required to withstand pressure spikes of 250+ bar (3626+ psi).

11-21-2003, 12:10 AM	#7
Robert Linton Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 1,821	Yes, engineers and others in Austria, England, Germany and Italy have been involved. As to having the vehicle in Europe, although at this point this is unlikely due to potential damage in shipping, there might be a circumstance under which this could occur.

11-21-2003, 08:12 PM	#8
spyderman User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: jersey Posts: 150	Hey Robbert, what do you think about switching to the new 42 volt electrical system. The american car engineers are hard at work on this, im sure some one could engineer this for a 964. with the 42 volts, you have more voltage, and there for, less amperage going through. you could make the wires really thin without melting them.

11-22-2003, 06:33 AM	#9
Robert Linton Addict Rennlist Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 1,821	Every project must have an end. And although I would also like to use nano technology, the end has come to this one.