Saker RapX, GT, Sniper, Sprint User Manual

User Manual Saker

RapX - GT - Sniper - Sprint

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© Copyright 2013
Published by Saker Sportscars B.V.
Wapenveld, The Netherlands

FOREWORD.

Congratulations and thank you for choosing a Saker. Thorough
familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control
and security when you drive it. We therefore have this request:

Please take the time to read this User Manual and familiarize
yourself with the information that we have compiled for you before
starting off in your new vehicle. It contains important data and
instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum driving fun
and satisfaction from your Saker. The manual also contains
information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety
and contribute to maintaining the value of your Saker throughout an
extended service life.

We wish you an enjoyable and unforgettable driving experience.

Saker Sportscars B.V.

CONTACT INFORMATION.

Saker Sportscars B.V.

Ir van der Zeelaan 1
8191 JH Wapenveld

Netherlands
T [phone]

[e-mail]

Important! Saker parts and accessories are especially designed for
Saker Sportscars. They are therefore perfectly suited for your Saker.

For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved
by Saker.

Saker will not accept any liability for damage resulting from
installation of parts and accessories not approved by Saker.

CONTENTS.

Getting to know your Saker 4

Introduction

Specifications

Dimensions

Overview Saker

Starting and driving 10

Liquids

Tires

Adjustments

Starting and driving

Servicing ?

Wiring schemes

Maintenance schemes and checks

Onboard computers

Advisory list spare parts

Car related technical details

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INTRODUCTION.

Since the founding in 2002, Dutch manufacturer Saker Sportscars has steadily and ambitiously worked towards her goals. Making pure
racing accessible, with sportscars that are built for years of racing fun. With this vision, the following four models have been designed.

S

AKER RAPX SAKER GT

SAKER SNIPER SAKER SPRINT

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SPECIFICATIONS.

Engine

Engine type: Subaru EJ22

Cylinder orientation: Boxer

Cylinders: 4

Valves per cylinder: 4

Capacity: 2000cc

Bore x stroke:

Compression ratio:

Maximum power: 275 BHP

Maximum torque: 350 Nm

Transmission system: 5spd man. or 6spd seq.

Turbo type:

C

hassis

Frame: Steel spaceframe

Body: Fibreglass (GRP)

Brakes: Tarox 6-pot slotted discs

Suspension: Adjustable Double Wishbones

Fuel capacity: 70L (optional 90)

Ride height: 5cm (adjustable)

Wheels

Tire size front

Tire size rear

Wheel size front 15 x 8.5 inch

Wheel size rear 15 x 10.5 inch

Performance

Top speed

Acceleration 0-100 km/h 3.4 sec

Lateral G-forces Up to 2G

Weight Rapx>: 785kg

Weight Sniper&Sprint: 765kg

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DIMENSIONS SAKER RAPX.

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DIMENSIONS SAKER SNIPER.

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OVERVIEW ENGINE COMPARTMENT.

1. Engine oil 4. Fuel pump 7. Drive shaft 10. Exhaust 13. Oil filter

2. Engine dipstick 5. Starter engine 8. Clutch release lever 11. Gearbox dipstick 14. Oil cooler

3. Ignition coil 6. Intercooler 9. Gearbox 12. Turbo 15. Coolant

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OVERVIEW STANDARD DASHBOARD.

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VERVIEW LUXURY DASHBOARD.

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LIQUIDS.

Fuel

The regular tank capacity is 70L, a
tank capacity of 90L is optional.
Saker strongly recommends
unleaded petrol with a RON
(Research Octane Number) of at
least 98 (AKI or PON: 93-94).
Lower octane numbers will suffer in
bad engine performances and
eventually damage to the engine.

Engine oil

Fill with 5,25L Kendall oil 5W50.
Advice: cold engine 1cm above
maximum on dipstick.

Important! Make sure the car
stands on a horizontal surface
while checking the oil level.

Gearbox oil
Fill with 5,25L Kendall oil 75W90.
Advice old dipstick: cold engine
between F and L on dipstick.

Advice new dipstick: cold engine
below L on dipstick.

C

oolant

Fill with approximately 9 to 10L.
Advice: fill with coolant and fill it
up further during running the
engine. Take into account there is
air in the cooling system.

Braking fluid

Use TRW brake fluid super DOT 4
or DOT 5.1

Important! Never mix brake fluids
with different DOT numbers! If not
sure about the DOT number of the
used brake fluid, refresh the oil of
the whole brake system.

Old dipstick

New dipstick

Oil level

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TIRES & BRAKES.

Before driving, make sure the tires and brake pads are in good
condition and show no signs of damages. The center nuts must be
tightened at 280Nm.

In normal conditions the tire pressure (warm) needs to be between

1.4 and 1.5 bar. Start driving at 1.2 bar, and let it off to the required
pressure after the temperature and pressure have risen.

In rainy or cold (T<?°C) conditions the tire pressure needs to be
between ?

Important! Check wheel nuts before every session, make sure they
are tightened at 110Nm.

Adjust brake balancer static

L

ift the car up with all four wheels off the ground. One person applies
the brake at such a force that another person can just (so with a
certain amount of force) turn the wheel on the front. The person in the
car must keep the same load on the brake pedal, while the second
person now turns the wheel on the rear. If the rear wheel is easier to
rotate; move brake balancer to R (rear), and try again. If front wheel
is easier to rotate; move brake balancer to F (front), and try again,
until the resistance front and rear is the same.

Always check the brake balance on the track while driving for fine
tuning it.

Adjust brake balancer dynamic

The brake balancer is adjustable step by step, by turning half rotation
each time. Do it while driving, with warm tires, on a straight part of the
track. Apply the brake and push until either front or rear wheels lock
(release brake immediately). If front tires lock up first, more brake
pressure is needed on the rear, so apply the brake balancer towards
rear (R), by half a turn each time, and try again, until the brake
balance is good. If rear tires lock up first, apply the brake balance to
the front (F). Brake balance adjustment (to the rear) should always be
done in rain conditions.

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SETTINGS.

Engine (water) temperature should be kept between 78°C and 88°C.
Warm up until at least 70°C, and don’t run over 100°C. Engine
temperature is controlled by putting (duct)tape on the front airdam
gauze (B84N). At warm days no tape needs to be applied, at cold or
rain conditions use the amount of tape to get to the required
temperature range.

Temperature Amount of tape

<

0°C-

°C

>15°C

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