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Hi Jim, From the CATIA model it should be 268lbs.

This is a picture of the engine bay support structure.

Last picture of the transverse box with cap Hi-Loced and welded in place to complete the box

Transverse box.

Picture of the transverse box.

Here is the chassis! The seats will be welded into the chassis for added strength like the original.

Just thought I would post this to show the similarities.

Hi Jack, Thanks! I do have to take brakes as it is a lot of welding. Fun though.

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rockonsmileThanks Marcus! All the panels have been cut with a skill saw with a carbide blade except the larger ones that were sheared. The bending was done at a shop close by with a 12' press. Love your build by the way, what a work of art. Steve

Thought it might be time to share! Like I said Fran, Man I wish I had thought of that! YOU ROCK DUDE... I can say that you become adept at welding in all kinds of wierd positions. I will be better when I'm done than when I started for sure. Hope you and your family have a very happy...

Thanks for the posting advice Randy, now I can upload some more pictures! Howard, I am going to use most of the parts from my car but all the suspension and steering will be redone. Wanted to repost the first picture right side up! Steve

Last one for tonight! This shows the tunnel welded in and the front chassis starting to take shape, hard tacked in.

This shows the transverse "box" welded in and the engine compartment done. The tunnel is fitted but not welded in yet.

The engine compartment progressing.

This is the engine compartment going together.

For some reason I can only insert one picture? I'll try to post more. Here the sponsons are welded to the floor and the transverse bulkhead welded in.

About a year ago I decided I wanted to build a TIG welded aluminum Mono chassis for my GT40. I know there is no good reason to build a new frame when the one you have is perfectly good but I like to learn new things and this seemed like a great way to learn. I have admired Frans design for years...

Richard, What kind of body do you have for sale? Steve

Hi Jon, I have flown the RV-4 and it was a blast. Very easy to fly and with a 160H.P. 0-320 and a wood prop it had great performance. I would recomend it for sure. Steve