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What i've heard is it is usually the cast iron section that breaks. Some have added a steel reinforcement plate to help prevent that. The link below is a thread discussing it with installation instructions. There's also an IGES file in the thread for the plate itself...

Good to see you back. I was enjoying following this build.

Thanks again Howard. Encouraging to see that they address owner-fabricated chassis specifically. They don't say you can't do it in MA but I've heard through the grapevine (after I started the project) that it's a no-go in MA although I haven't seen any law or regulation that addresses that. I...

Thanks Jamie, good to know it's possible somewhere.

Thanks Howard. I've been through the process in MA with a FFR kit and it went as you described. Here, the State Police Salvage Title Division is tasked with checking receipts, MCO, etc. to prevent the use of stolen parts in kit cars as well as reconstructed vehicles; they're the ones that...

I know the regulations vary from state to state but I'm interested in others' experiences with registering a car with a chassis they built themselves; of particular interest is anyone in Massachusetts. I've seen several build threads on the forum; would love to hear from those that finished. I...

I'm interested in that info as well.

I sourced my MkI body from Bill Hough. It's a nice reproduction with all the correct inner panels and duct work.

What do you expect the price to be with the fasteners?

Sorry for your loss Cliff. Your Dad sounds like he was an amazing guy. Good luck with the sales; I hope you have many fond memories as you go through his collection. Charlie

Very nice work and great packaging! One less thing I have to try to make myself. Thanks Adam!

I haven't been there in a while, but in the past FFR was always happy to provide plant tours. They have some impressive automated cutting and welding equipment there. They're in Wareham, MA right near Cape Cod. When the weather gets better here you could do the plant tour then spend a nice...

That's amazing Sean. What is the CNC kit you used? Thanks, Charlie

Between the two, from an entry level perspective for a project like this, I would choose the Cobra. I built a FFR Cobra; bought the kit in '02 finished it in '04. It was an incredible experience, both the build and the connection to the local FFR community. The Cobra is an absolute beast; it's...

What's the total width now after adding those strips? Thanks, Charlie

Hi Dan, Welcome to the forum. Sorry, I can't help you with the 01E shift but I may be interested in buying the shifter and transaxle linkage for the 016 that you're taking off. Were the folks at Cable Shift any help to you? Thanks, Charlie

It's only been 16 years, what's the hurry?

Wow, great deal. Congrats!

They probably used the same Vellum paper we used back in the 70s and 80s. With the high quality scanners that have been around for years, it amazes me that someone still makes the blueprint machines (That brings me back, I can still smell the ammonia!).

Great work. I think yours is the first build thread I've seen with someone fitting a body from Bill Hough. Since I'm about to reach that point myself, I've been following your progress with great interest. Thanks, Charlie