DIY Weekend Racer

[jaywat]

Originally posted by ninja_iga@Mar 29 2005, 22:06
here's some pics of my abandoned project..


we learned (me and my best friend/team manager) alot of things with this project

project management
resource skills
parts sourcing network
tools skills
welding (MiG)
technical experience (in terms of design)
materials choice
model making (the body's buck)
fibreglass mold making

etc.etc..

AND all of this simply because we had the passion to build something! 100% our own money.

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Just some question... it's seem like welding is a big process and require heavy tools...stanley u have all the tools to do the welding ar?? and how to get started with fibreglass molding??

 

[ninja_iga]

jaywat

we were lucky enough to be 'sponsored' by my uncle who runs a factory.
hence, many tools and machinery was at our disposal.
this includes a proper MIG welder, guillotine for chopping sheet metal, huge ass sheet bending machine, and best of all, SPACE to WORK ON!

(the greenish floor with my artist's impression of the car's side profile shows the car in the factory)

my uncle does metal sheet work, for air-con (industrial) boxes, filter casings (industrial) drain pans etc. NOTHING car-related :lol:


fibreglass? buy from a supplier ALL you need, and you can start :)
of course, you definately need to learn first..

 

[monmon]

hahahaha very interesting thread :)

the first couple of pics were pretty amazing but i just hope its all safe to ride on.

seems like something i would do, but it just takes up too much time.

need to work and make $ now. i guess i am getting too old for this :)

sure hope u guys get started on it, and updates here :)

 

[munky]

bigboystoys : r u an engineer ?

 

[sam1741]

wow..
this is crazy!!

V8 engine in a mini

http://www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~graham/v8_mini.htm

 

[coldfish]

this thread is getting my arse itchy.

bigboystoys & stan,

are u guys up for it? i'm handy with lathes, mills, any pneumatic fabrication tools. i can't do welding or fiberglass laying but i believe stan can get that covered. if you're interested that is. at least we should meet up, sit over coffee or beer to marinate on this.

what say both of you. PM me.

 

[ninja_iga]

what PM PM

hahaahhaha yea, i'll be interested RIGHT now to build a "7" :P
that'll be something to race with..

i know abit bit with lathe le (very very basic) and milling also same (abit bit)
LOL :lol:

 

[pimpin323]

dont mind making a space frame mid engine mini, with a 200++hp jap motor on it. dum dum dumm....

 

[coldfish]

stan, as good as we get with lathes and mills, i don't think we'll have easy access to any. at least not within the vicinity of where we'll most likely do the project.

i'll take ur reply as a yes.

where's bigboystoys?

 

[ninja_iga]

haha

yea!
but: got place and equipment?

 

[coldfish]

that's why we need to meet up, sit over coffee or beer to marinate over this.

 

[ninja_iga]

hahaha

me not beer nor coffee kaki.

i'd love to build a (currently) Autocross/Solo-X special.

aerodynamics aint too important, 1st-2nd-3rd (at most) action mostly.

must be able to turn on a dime and squirt outta corners like it was on fire!
that's what i'd love to compete in :P

 

[ninja_iga]

i've got the manual on how to build a "Seven"

it's FR, can use a few variants of engines (currently 4AGE or 7AFE) with a AE86 g/box.
anybody?

 

[howiechoo]

actually old times car maker are just likeus..trying to do everything impossible..that's y now we have comfortable car to ride...i support u...if need help in customizing things, i can help, but depend on my time la...i like to DIY...almost all accessories in my car are DIY..and i used to diy some motor bike engine tuning...hehe

 

[imoloq]

i've got the manual on how to build a "Seven"

it's FR, can use a few variants of engines (currently 4AGE or 7AFE) with a AE86 g/box.
anybody?

hey can pm me with the details? I'm interested to see the plans. But right now, I think I'll focus on RR. It's mechanically simpler

 

[bridgestoneRE711]

you have to have good engineerng skill to play safe with the car .
durng cornering , the force doesn't flex the chassis or even crack the welding which mihgt cause danger to the driver .

 

[imoloq]

you have to have good engineerng skill to play safe with the car .
durng cornering , the force doesn't flex the chassis or even crack the welding which mihgt cause danger to the driver .

yes, the welds must be welded correctly for maximum strength. Chassis might flex a little so the correct material must be chosen.

 

[alien]

hey..
wat happened to this thread?

 

[alantjw]

soat happen to this plan? called off?? i do have this plan too but running low on cash..

 

[imoloq]

soat happen to this plan? called off?? i do have this plan too but running low on cash..

Im maybe 20% done on my ariel atom...if you are interested to join forces, pm me. ive got welding machine and plasma cutter and all other tools and materials bought minus the engine.