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Old 08-25-2003, 11:39 PM
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Looks like i'm done selling parts off my red car. I've decided to build it up instead.

I'm totally open to suggestions, advice etc.

It's gonna be a drag car so no holds bared.

Bare bones badassness .

I need a roof first off. R1 or base model. No sunroof, that weights to much

Then I can go from there. Im looking for any type of help/ sponsors.

It will be titled as the nopistons.com car. So it needs to live up to its name.

I am short an engine so people let me know if you hear any good deals.



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here is where we are now.
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Old 08-25-2003, 11:53 PM
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I have most of the parts.

At this point I'll get it cleaned up and asess what It needs.

I have all eth drive line, the suspension, wheels, brakes.

I am short the engine, all the boost , rad, IC etc..
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Need doors and fenders , chuck????
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full chasis. j/k, but you did say "no holds bared"



first you should pick a class you wnat to run in. all motor would be an interesting class.
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Well, you'll need **** load of air dam gap, so a nice wide front bumper is a good first choice as to the clothing. Your rear fenders would have to be expanded to fit some huge slicks since this will be an all out drag car. A roll cage of course. You won't need anything in the interior besides gauges and a sweet racing seat. So, get rid of any sound proofing left on there (if any?), and see if you can get a nice lexan or acrilic (sp?) back window. Your front windows are unnecessary too. Get the fuel tank out and mount a nice 5 gallon cell in the trunk. That's all I can think of now. LOL
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That looks like fun.. Even though it looks like you have your hands full.
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tub it?
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fiberglass everything....... or use cardboard..... its lighter
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Originally Posted by rxrotary2_7' date='Aug 25 2003, 09:09 PM
full chasis. j/k, but you did say "no holds bared"



first you should pick a class you wnat to run in. all motor would be an interesting class.
I wont be doing a tube chassis.

At least i don't think so.

Looks like you have a way to go there.
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