Sean's RCR GT40 build

[Trevor]

I wasnt able to find an AC compressor bracket that would mount low, so I decided to make one. I made it from 3/16" Stainless flat bar and gave it a slight polish to match the aluminum bits on the front of the engine.

This was the first I got to play with my new plasma cutter, I dont know how I got along without one before.

Hey Sean, do you have the file for that AC bracket? I cant find a bracket anywhere that works with the windsor and the SD7 to drop down low.

 

[Sean S.]

Hi Trevor.
I didn’t have any drawings of the one I made. I basically made one out of cardboard and then transferred it to a stainless bar to cut it out.
Sean.

 

[Trevor]

Thanks! Looks like I'm doing the same.

 

[Sean S.]

I mounted a battery kill switch on the chassis in front of the rear tire. I think it came out looking pretty good and keeps the wires hidden. Available space is definitely becoming scarce on this chassis.

I tested the fuel tanks… found I left a couple lines loose, but other than that the fuel system seems to work great.

I also got the rear axles installed.
I’m hoping to go for a test drive the next time I’m home. I just need to bleed brake and slave cylinder lines, then finish installing the Hartwell latches to make it happen.

 

[Neil]

I mounted a battery kill switch on the chassis in front of the rear tire. I think it came out looking pretty good and keeps the wires hidden. Available space is definitely becoming scarce on this chassis.

I tested the fuel tanks… found I left a couple lines loose, but other than that the fuel system seems to work great.

I also got the rear axles installed.
I’m hoping to go for a test drive the next time I’m home. I just need to bleed brake and slave cylinder lines, then finish installing the Hartwell latches to make it happen.

You might consider replacing the socket head cap screws holding the panel in place with AN-526 or even AN-525 button head machine screws. It is a matter of personal taste, though.

 

[Sean S.]

You might consider replacing the socket head cap screws holding the panel in place with AN-526 or even AN-525 button head machine screws. It is a matter of personal taste, though.
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Hi Neal,

I actually tried butten head cap screws and didnt like the look, I found the socket heads looked a bit cooler.Although that might change once I have all the panels finished.

Sean

 

[Neil]

Hi Neal,

I actually tried butten head cap screws and didnt like the look, I found the socket heads looked a bit cooler.Although that might change once I have all the panels finished.

Sean

Either one works just fine; it only a matter of preference. You might put a flat washer under each of the socket head cap screws- the usual practice.

 

[Sean S.]

Finally got to have the first test drive today. This thing is a freaking rocket.


GT-40 First test drive 550hp 427

 

[Brian]

We need more selfie views of you hitting it and your head flying back and eyes bugging out.

Awesome. I was the same first drive in the 535 hp Cobra.

 

[Davidmgbv8]

Where are the safety glasses??

 

[Neil]

Finally got to have the first test drive today. This thing is a freaking rocket.


GT-40 First test drive 550hp 427

That is a great feeling, isn't it?

 

[Brian Kissel]

Congrats Sean. Looks like you are having a blast !!!

Regards Brian

 

[Randy V]

Huge congrats! Sounds like one mean mutha!

 

[Sean S.]

We need more selfie views of you hitting it and your head flying back and eyes bugging out.

Awesome. I was the same first drive in the 535 hp Cobra.

LOL. I thought it was funny after watching to see how it pinned me back to the seat. It was a blast to test drive it. I’m excited to get it out at a place where I can get into it a bit

Where are the safety glasses??

I wish I had worn some. I had a lot of dust flying out at me that was hidden in the chassis.

 

[Sean S.]

That is a great feeling, isn't it?

Congrats Sean. Looks like you are having a blast !!!

Regards Brian

Huge congrats! Sounds like one mean mutha!

Thanks guys. It was a great feeling for sure.
Sean

 

[Brian]

I forgot about the blinding fiberglass and metal grinder dust the first time over 25 MPH. After that, I spent 15 minutes with the leaf blower cleaning out all of the nooks and crannys.

 

[joe]

I see roll bar padding in your future! I have a similar bar in my AP project...but luckily I sit pretty low in the seat.

 

[Sean S.]

I see roll bar padding in your future! I have a similar bar in my AP project...but luckily I sit pretty low in the seat.

I plan to make some big modifications to this roll bar. Everything is way too close to my head. I am actually debating on removing the entire front portion if I can’t get the bars in a position that makes me feel safe.
Sean

 

[Brian]

Roll bar without a helmet is far more dangerous than no roll bar. A minor collision can become a blunt force trauma death.

 

[Davidmgbv8]

Please use dense SFI roll bar padding