[Jim Vander Wal]

Brian,

To add to my earlier reply.

I added a full width roll bar to both of my SPF cars, #1855 & #2584. The factory bars are not track rated but most tracks will let you run unless the organizing group is picky. 2584 came with twin roll bars, I don't like these at all and changed to the wide single during the first year.
In 1855 I changed to the Torsen diff and 3.27 gears. Both are my preference.
Swapped belts to the cam lock variety rather than latch & link
Used the top twice in 60k miles between the two cars. It's easier to get wet and dry out and not significantly less effective.
I liked the glove box.
Used the tonneau a lot.
Ran 275/40-17 and 315 or 335/35 -17s. Started with 15s for 6 weeks before changing and never looked back.
Added a 2nd driveshaft hoop. The SPF hoop is marginal.
Headlights need an immediate upgrade. I like the Hella 7" H4 conversions.
Taillights are in need of an upgrade, properly designed LEDs can help.

The SPF can be very comfortable, I ran MI to CO to MT twice. MI to CO. MI to VIR twice and many other day trips.

On Backdraft, a friend has one.
Nice car, wider in the back and maybe longer. Might be a 92 or 93" wheelbase.
The BMW suspension is way different than the SPF suspension.
Similar brakes to SPF.
Seats are thinner than the SPFs
Build quality seems to be good but I don't think it's as good as the SPF.

My FFR isn't near finished so I can't comment on anything other than parts.

Jim