Kit Difference between RCR40 & SPF GT40 - Page 2

trularin · #1 (**permalink**) 05-10-2008, 08:10 AM

I tried to get into two SPF GT40s and ended up with my head bent sideways.

Talking with Fran, I understand I can sit comfortably in the RCR.

ENTDOC · #2 (**permalink**) 05-10-2008, 08:21 AM

Tony, yes that was you I was speaking of. You are the only person I know that has first hand experience in sitting in both cars. The SPF can be adjusted for taller drivers, but not as easily as the CAV. When I got my SPF it was adjusted for a taller guy and I had to move the pedels toward me as well as add foam to the back of the seat to get me closer.

Dean, there will always be the stuck up guy touting the superior nature of his car, but for the most part I have found thet guys that buy CSX or SPF GT40s, do so because they appreciate the original replication and not because they feel it is an original car.

PatBuckley · #3 (**permalink**) 05-10-2008, 09:11 AM

Jamo was comfortable in my CAV.

Enough said.

xlr8or · #4 (**permalink**) 05-10-2008, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PatBuckley

Jamo was comfortable in my CAV.

Enough said.

Yeah but he required a forklift to get him out.

RodKnock · #5 (**permalink**) 05-10-2008, 10:50 AM

Well, the money part is always important to me. Fitting comfortably inside the GT40 would also be very important. Kit quality, including the least amount of deviation from the original design, is important. Customer service, if needed, is very important too. I bought my Kirkham partially due to the outstanding customer service that Kirkham gives their customers. The pedigree thing is way down the list. If all other things were equal, which they never are, then the SPF would probably be the choice because of the pedigree.

Due to time and technical skill limitations, I'm farily sure that I would like to get a turnkey minus car. About 5'11" and 175lbs, so I'm no Dean and I'm definitely no Jamo, at least based on reputation.

BTW, the Kirkham has a new (temporary) address.

Naumoff · #6 (**permalink**) 05-10-2008, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ENTDOC

Tony, yes that was you I was speaking of. You are the only person I know that has first hand experience in sitting in both cars. The SPF can be adjusted for taller drivers, but not as easily as the CAV. When I got my SPF it was adjusted for a taller guy and I had to move the pedels toward me as well as add foam to the back of the seat to get me closer.

Dean, there will always be the stuck up guy touting the superior nature of his car, but for the most part I have found thet guys that buy CSX or SPF GT40s, do so because they appreciate the original replication and not because they feel it is an original car.

Hey Chuck, I was reading up on the Mk III GT and they had electrically adjustable pedals for differents size drivers because the seats are fixed.
Pretty cool.

Howard Jones · #7 (**permalink**) 05-20-2008, 01:42 PM

SPF = buyer/owner
RCR = hobbiest/builder

5150 · #8 (**permalink**) 05-22-2008, 10:05 AM

Rodnock,

Keep an eye peeled for our carbon fiber monocoque tub due out this fall.

It will follow our usual pricing stucture and it will be offered in our complete "Dexluxe Component Package".

This level of package inludes every part needed to complete a car less engine, battery and paint.

It is quite a good value even at todays exchange rates.

Also take a look on our website to see our new US Spec kits that are less expensive than other kits of the same contents.

Best Regards,
Scott

RodKnock · #9 (**permalink**) 05-10-2008, 10:52 AM

Hey Dean, by the way, I was one of the people who had made an offer on your FIA car way back when. Thanks for the GT40 advice. Much appreciated and opinions are always welcome. Rodney

dlampe · #10 (**permalink**) 05-10-2008, 06:24 PM

That FIA car is in London England now. Good luck on your search for a 40. If originality is important, then I would look at the ERA and the SPF. They have very original looking chassis but I think the original interiors were much more "raw" than the SPF. The SPF has a damn nice interior, more like a production car. That can be really nice. Look at a lot of pictures and see what you like and don't like. I always break my replica's down into exterior, interior, and engine bay when it come to originality. The RCR is very accurate on the exterior and the interior but the chassis is different.

I am little bias

so take everything I say with a grain of salt.

RodKnock · #11 (**permalink**) 05-27-2008, 03:35 PM

Thanks Dave, I will stay tuned. I'm not in a rush. I still need to sit in one (or two or three...) and hopefully get a ride too before making any final decisions.

However, a turnkey minus is the best configuration for me.