13 Jul

Lars Wolfe – Multi Purpose Racer Update – Engine Removal

The Opy Hiro, Multi Purpose Racer has had it’s ups and down since the project  began late last year.  ECU problems, and constant overheating issues at the top of the list.  Unfortunately, Lars was unable to locate a simple source for the engine overheating issue that’s been plaguing the build since the beginning. So, after finally getting the electrical system up to par with the replacement of the ECU, the decision was made to remove the engine and have his long time machinist check the block and head for cracks, warping or other failure.

I spent the afternoon with Lars a couple weeks ago while he went through the process of removing the engine and drive-line from the stricken race vehicle.

 

Stay tuned!  We’ll have a new update with tehe engine replacement coming to you in just a couple days.

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Five Minutes with Lars Wolfe

Multi Purpose Racer Update

I've been around some form of racing since I was a kid. First hanging around Ascot in Southern California. Then, after moving to Texas as a teen, I got hooked on drag racing and did that for almost fifteen years. In between I have raced Dirt bikes and Quads. 2011 Marked my 8th and final year racing up Pikes Peak: Five in the Pro Quad division and three in Time Attack. Future racing plans are in the works, but until then I'm at the track shooting for My Life at Speed as much as I possibly can. Visit Site →