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openwheel44 (Offline)
  #218 12/12/13 2:42 PM
I was informed yesterday that a GOOD, reputable dry sump system would only cost $1500. The really good news......That it includes a new pan, electric water pump/hose system, adapters, oil line hoses, fittings, tank......EVERYTHING ready to bolt it on. This does not necessarily make me an advocate for them mind you but that covers the cost of one blown motor if indeed it saved one. That in itself is a good deal. Thank you Shane R. for the trip down enlightenment road. LOL But keep in mind, I still say if there are cheaper ways to cure some of the issues any of these motors have.........I will be for that immediately. I am all about cheap, affordable racing. Firm believer in the KISS method.

I had a lot of information presented to me yesterday in various conversations that validated what I experienced and how I addressed it on my ZX-10 yesterday. Something that could occur in any of our motors. All the oil is going to the top end at racing RPM's and letting the system suck air if nothing is done to address that. I think I have done much to prevent that with my system. Basically a dry sump sounds like it could do the same thing as long as you prevent the oil from "hanging in the motor" or literally prevent so much from going up there or being held in suspension. Personally, I think that is the root of the problem.....not so much the system that pumps the oil to the vital areas. As always, everyone has their own way of trying to solve problems.

But I thank everyone for their input and information both on here and on the phone.