Endurance Racing Powertrain Work from Aggie Lemons | (Fall 2025 - Spring 2026)
Powertrain Responsibilities
Installed new clutch-slave cylinder (BMW)
Bled and tested new clutch fluid (BMW)
Filters & Oil Changes (Both)
New spark plugs, coil wires & tires (Both)
Engine swap (Mustang)
Assisted in modeling new air intake (Mustang)
Resolved cooling issues via hose inspection, coolant flush, and leak checks (Mustang)
Replaced brake pads and bled new fluid into the brake system (BMW)
Diagnostics & Problem Solving
(1) Misfire Diagnosis (BMW)
Diagnosed engine misfire through spark plug inspection and coil evaluation
Identified fouled spark plug as root cause and replaced affected components
Verified resolution through post-repair engine testing
(3) Modeling Air intake (Mustang)
Supported reverse engineering of a custom intake manifold using LiDAR scanning
Prepared surfaces for scanning using isopropyl alcohol and baby powder
Assisted in generating 3D geometry to fill missing scan data
Contributed to fabrication of a prototype intake component via 3D printing (PLA)
(2) Cooling & Brake System Service (BMW)
Resolved cooling issues through hose inspection, coolant flush and leak checks
Replaced worn brake pads and bled new brake fluid (DOT 4) into the brake system
Confirmed proper system operation via leak inspection and brake testing
Project Description
This project highlights my powertrain work with the Aggie Lemons team competing in the 24 Hours of Lemons. I focused on diagnostics, mechanical repairs, and reliability improvements on BMW and Mustang platforms during race preparation and live competition. The section covers key problems, repair actions and performance outcomes under continuous race conditions.
Results & Impact
Set a new fastest lap time of 2:01.25
Achieved 226 total laps, a new team record
Finished 25th/42 in Class B
Finished 67th/132 overall
Reached a top speed of ~100 mph
Successfully completed race with sustained powertrain reliability
Helping pull the Mustang engine during a race-weekend
Intake manifold gasket inspection prior to installation
Changing tires, spark plugs and spark coils
Event Results
1994 V6 Ford Mustang
Race Day — On-Track Competition