08-13-2013, 08:09 PM
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Wow, a lot of time has passed since my last post here. I have just complete the space frame for the Miata cradles to bolt into. The Miata has an 89.2 inch wheelbase. I built the frame with a 95 inch wheelbase. I like to sit lower and needed the extra length in the foot boxes to do so. I also moved the engine rearward an additional 8.2 inches. I'm shooting for 54% rear weight with me in the car. (I still have seat belt tabs and some shock mount bracing to be 100% done with the frame.)
The frame as pictured with the roll bar weighs 229lbs. The roller weighs 1212lbs. I will be using move appropriate vintage looking wheels and tires for the final build. I will not be using the roll bar for the body shown. I was thinking of building an inexpensive track car as well. The roll bar shown would be for that car.
I have gone with a 1958 Devin SS inspired body. I am modifying the body to fit my frame design, size, to clear the engine, and to my tastes. I think that it's going to look pretty sharp.
The windshield is a Porche 356 Speedster. It's DOT legal, readily available at a reasonable price and is available in 3 different heights. (Speedster, Convertible, and Coupe) This will allow me to create a few versions. I think a gull wing coupe would be cool.
I plan to have this finished by May of 2014.
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