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CNC Milling Class – Nov 9, 2024 1PM

There will be a class for using the CNC machine in the dirty room on Saturday, November 9 at 1 PM. The fee is $20, all materials are included. There is a class limit of 10 people, members or non-members, but everyone needs to register in advance by using this form so that we can get an accurate count.

Click here to register: https://forms.gle/WCMpjT3233gVxdYu5

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Yet another thing TechWorks is good for…

This week, one of our members is using the shop to install a new engine in his daughter’s junior dragster. Very cool! Some interesting facts:

  • Chassis: 2009 Martin Components Jr. Dragster
  • Engine (2012): Briggs Raptor 3 (13 cu in) with 28mm Mikuni Carb
  • Best time (2012): 12.002s @ 52mph (1/8th mile)
  • New Engine: Blockzilla 3×3 (21 cu in) with 40mm Mikuni Carb
  • Expected time: 9s @ 70mph
  • Fuel: Methanol
  • Driver: Rachel (age 11)

 

Junior Dragster