powderp

How did you end up with that fuel ratio? Was it just a balance of performance vs. not blowing up? I know top fuel engines are limited to 90% in NHRA, but they can still often explode in less than 4 seconds. Are there any particular engine design challenges that you encounter using nitro over a much longer course than you do in normal drag racing?

I've had aortic valve stenosis and insufficiency since birth and will likely need a valve replacement in the nearish future as well.

Did you ask the doctors to record the procedure for you or if you could keep your old valve preserved or anything? I think it'd be cool to watch my own surgery and figured you being a med student might have a similar interest :P. I collect oddities such as human bones and would like to keep something of my own if it has to come out, just curious what they said about it if you asked haha.