Another 917...this time RCR

[Fran Hall RCR]

A few pics to show the progress of the 917.....

These are pics of the second chassis being built .....from original prints no less and many many hours of research.
The chassis dimensions are a match to the original 917 chassis...

Also the body prior to being final surface sanded and more moulds being done....

Spectacular shape and as close to real as you can get...

well done Brad...(RCR body and mould magician)

 

[JackW]

I love the 917. I am looking forward to seeing a few built products. Between that, the GT40 and the P4 there is just something very cool about 60's and 70's race cars. Cool.

JW

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

Really....!!!! I hadn't noticed how cool they look...wink

 

[Paolo-LoveGT40 Modelworks]

wonderful 1:1 Fran ..as usual...go on go on

Paolo

 

[Paolo-LoveGT40 Modelworks]

Fran, did u ever had the opportunity to have a look at the kraftwerkz replica of the 917 for real?.
Images

From the pictures looks really nice, but maybe for real it is not.

What are the main differences from your (I think nicer) car? (maybe a lower price?..seems they sell the 917 at 180.000 USD..but I may be wrong)

...Just curious

thx
Paolo

 

[Johan]

For comparison.... (do you think they copied my paint scheme ?)

Gunnar Racing

Nice work !

 

[Mark]

Hey Fran, I really enjoyed you taken the time for our lenghty discussion regarding the RCR917 several weeks ago. I'm planning on being in Detroit end of Jan to come by and look things over and maybe give you a deposit! That is if my 5'11" frame can fit! As we discussed I have a 2.8 MFI with RSR cams motor that has been setting in a crate for 15-20 years. After some research I can sell it and for the same price buy a newer engine with more HP. I'm more leaning towards a 993TT instead. Is there room for the dual intercoolers on the rear naca ducts? How would the exit air though the intercoolers be routed? Rear fender wheels? Also can you please refresh my memory on the tire sizes you have from Avon? You also mentioned Goodyear may have somethig close?

Thanks again for your time,

 

[Keith]

Hi Fran, just curious but on your marvelously symmetrical 917 chassis construction there is one part that is obviously not. Just curious is all.....

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

RHD and thats the seat belt anchor bar.....as the Kremer boys did it.....!!

The 917 chassis looks symmetrical but there are in fact many tubes that bisect without symmetry.

You are looking at an unfinished chassis..so dont be too quick to jump to conclusions Keith... ;-P

 

[SouthernGT40]

Fran
Whats the latest on the 917?

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

Martin,

thanks for asking...

We have been working very hard on both of the 917's and I will have another 917 offering that will be very appealing to many.....

I will post more details tomorrow.....

 

[Peter Jankovskis]

A Can-Am car I hope!

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

Sorry Peter....not this week...
Just another RCR917k option...... ...I'm afraid

 

[Peter Jankovskis]

Oh well, a boy can dream

 

[Bill D]

WOW!! Remarkable Sir Fran. Again, you have raised the bar. Congrats!

Bill D

 

[Randy V]

Dang - Now that is gonna be one very sweet machine!

If only I hadn't drank all my milk as a boy..

Just call me - TOO-TALL with BIG-FEET! ((sigh))

 

[Paul Osborn]

Hey Fran:

You're 917 looks like an absolute stunner. I had my heart set on a GD T70 last time we spoke, but you're giving me thoughts. Will your 917 be available w/an LS motor?

Paul

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

Paul,
RCR will certainly not be installing one but when you have one in your garage ...all bets are off....

 

[Jim Holden]

Fran:

Any update on the 917 project?

Jim

PS: After two GTs, it may be time to try and squeeze (literally and figuratively) into a 917.

 

[Fran Hall RCR]

Jim,

I will be posting pics on Monday....the bodywork is just superb....

The mono is close behind...but the Superlites have been selling well and have taken over the the surface plate for a few weeks....