PACE 427 Unveiled

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For those interested, some detailed information on the PACE 427 since it is now in full scale production.

Base Kit $29,995 (contact us for full packing lists)
Comprehensive Kit $48,995 (contact us for full packing lists)

Limited time specials avaiilable e.g. Base Kit comes with free Brembo Brakes & Rotors, Free Custom Gelcoat Colours, Free Upgrade to Carbon Enhanced Body etc.

I will post photos and details on the different aspects of the car as time allows.


First the CHASSIS...


SPECIFICATIONS AT A GLANCE:

• Aluminium Semi-Monocoque Design
• Approx. 100kg total weight
• Just under 9000Nm/degree Torsional Rigidity
• Premium Aluminium Sheet Grades & Custom Extrusion Materials
• Full Flat Floor Design - nothing is below the floor, including drivetrain, underbody exhaust etc.
• Supports both hidden underbody exhaust and side exhausts.
• Removable Body
• Bolt on engine & gearbox mounts to allow flexibility of mounting options, drivetrain choice and ease of change/upgrade
• Aluminium inner guards, radiator support/shroud & undertray
• Built in mounting points for drivetrain, suspension, steering rack & column and lots more...
• Wider Drivers Footwell
• Accomodates very tall & very large drivers, 6'5"+

CONSTRUCTION METHOD:

• Fully Computer Designed & Optimised
• Pulse TIG Welded with Miller Dynasty 350 Machine
• Built Using Full Rotisserie, Adjustable Bed Jig
• Material CNC Cut & Folded
• Gussets & Reinforcement Structures in High Stress Areas
• Chassis has integrated self locating tabs/slots to aid construction ease and accuracy
• Chassis continually assessed for accuracy/consistancy during construction

TESTING METHOD:

• Computer Based Chassis Torsional Simulation Tests - within a few percent of accuracy to physical tests.
• VSB 14 Spec Torsional & Beaming Tests
• Laser Aided Measurements for Accuracy
• Computer Simulated Von Mises Stress & Safety Factor Tests

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Enjoy the photos and information.