Brent's RCR GT MKIV Build Log
Well, about the middle of last year I made the decision, along with my better half, that I need something to get me away from the puter every once in a while, plus the winters around here just make me crazy. :) Always enjoy the GT's and figured I would try something a little different.....An RCR MKIV. It's a pretty wild looking ride, isn't very practical, and that's just the way I like it. :)
It arrived just last week and while I haven't had much time to spend on it, I have tinkered for several hours. Here's the basic specs:
This is going to be one hell of a project and it will be interesting to see if I can spare the time...It is fun to tinker though!! Here's some pics so far (more in my MKIV Albulm Brent Mills Album - Club Cobra Photo Gallery ) : http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...V_arrival1.JPG http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d..._arrival11.JPG http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...V_arrival2.JPG http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d..._arrival14.JPG http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...V_arrival8.JPG Starting to pull her apart....It's hard to take her from a rolling chassis to completely disabled, but it has to be done. http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...ium/mkiv17.JPG http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...ium/mkiv26.JPG http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...ium/mkiv25.JPG http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...ium/mkiv27.JPG I'll post more when I have updates worthy of doing so. By the way, this is what I hope to end up with (color, stripes, meatballs, etc). http://webhome.idirect.com/~rharring/jm8i3059.jpg |
Wow Brent, that's beautiful! I'll be watching this thread closely. Congratulations! What fun!!!
Chuck |
Brent,
I wont show this to the guys as they wil cry after spending four months building her for you....just to have her torn limb from limb... I have been sending you emails but have not heard from you...maybe a blockage. |
Brent
Congrats on a new adventure....... I would check in with Dean L. as he had many issues with the suspension ......but I'm sure nothing a veteran like you can't fix..... Plus it makes it a challenge..... Morris |
Muy goodo, kimosabe'
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Those wide angle lens shots give a interesting perspective, but how about a couple of shot taken with normal or telephoto angles?
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Way to go Brent...
Mike |
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That is a beautiful car Brent. Hope the build goes well and fast. Ron :) |
I'm glad to see the wood panels in the final pic. I knew there was a Morgan in there somewhere.
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Congratulations, Brent!!
Are you leaving it red? |
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http://www.gt40s.com/forum/attachmen...1&d=1203145815 |
You just gave me a case of
MKIV envy, Brent. Congratulations Maurice |
Congradulations Brent, Try M&A Castings, I found the site this week and they have the MKIV Turbine wheels.
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Thats a wild looking ride..very nice
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Brent,
Very cool project. Why did you go with this manufacturer? Did they offer something more than the other GT40 kits on the market? |
Brent,
Have you checked with Fran Kress on wheels? I am pretty sure he is making the correct Mk IV turbine style wheels. He is using M&A Castings for them. Regards, Mike Pack |
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I might buy a Power Ball ticket tonight or tomorrow. :)
John |
Mike Teske is the guy that has the Mk4 wheels ...the issue is that we use a five pin drive and he uses a six...otherwise Mike would already be supplying RCR.
We are trying to come up with a remedy so stay tuned..... |
Congrats Brent, you can call me anytime about the setup. I know it is a long way away, but if you need anything just let me know. The suspension is state of the art as you already know. I just worked through my bump steer and that is what Morris was referring to. The suspension is so adjustable it is crazy!
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