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Which body are you using??
I was curious as to which body shell you scratch builders are using?? Was curious if anyone had a source for a really inexpensive body shell in the 90 inch wheelbase.
I spoke to a vehicle inspector in my state and there doesn't seem to be much that would stop me from using a very light race shell over my frame. I see that some sites say 'for race use only' but I'm thinking that could be an option now. Thanks. |
Depends on what type of chassis you decide to use. If you use a non-stressed body like the Shelby, Kirkham, or FFR you will have a very light body and your overall weight will probably be around 2200 lbs or so.
I was able to buy a Carbon Fiber body from the guy who supplied my partially completely CSX style chassis . It is VERY light and strong. Lots of kit manufacturers will sell you just a body and I see them quite often for sale on ebay and other sites like craigslist. |
The cheaper the body is, usualy equates to more finishing work. I payed 1600 for my body on ebay, but it will need a lot of work. Facrory five runs 3500 to 4000, and is in realy good shape to begin with.
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I'm using a Allied 289 (thick street) slabside body. The body I have was on CSX-2575 from 1966 till 1998 when I restored it. I had to build a OEM/AC bird cage chassis the body has no support other than the birdcage. So far I've only found 3 bodies mine Cobra Chuck and one in Michigan.
Mr. Bruce made molds from my body and is reproducing them Now & FIA 289 bodies... http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...ssisetch02.jpg http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...Cobraint01.jpg http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...bsidetop01.jpg |
Hi,
I am new to the forum, so forgive me if this question has been addressed before. Where can someone buy an Allied 289 body or any other 289 street car body? I have a chassis and would like to put a skin on it. |
Allied slabside Bodies are very hard to find i only know of 3 mine is 1 of them..
Bruce made a mold from my car & he can make slabside like mine or FIA 289 bodies.. Contact Bruce>> rcherv1228@aol.com Bruce has a few different types of body to pick from. These are plugs pictured. The finnished bodies are perfect! Bruce needs to post some NEW pic's!! More Pic's>> http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/s...=1&ppuser=9746 http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...cture_0161.jpg http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...cture_0143.jpg http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d...0/DSC01549.JPG |
This body is very Beautifulllll
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Any new slabside owners?
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Does Mr Bruce have a 427?
Mike |
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