Of all the dodgey answers, this one has out the biggest grin on my mug.
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Of all the dodgey answers, this one has out the biggest grin on my mug.
Fran Hall RCR
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Just keeping you all interested I hope......wink
There is a ton of media interest in this car as it has potential to be EV, Diesel, 4 cylinder etc etc ...and be a very inexpensive entry level project to bring the younger hands on crowd back to a car building approach , seemingly lost in modern times of internet and computer games.
Much like hotrodding of years gone by ...nothing is more valuable than hands on experience and learning new skills...
There is a ton of media interest in this car as it has potential to be EV, Diesel, 4 cylinder etc etc ...and be a very inexpensive entry level project to bring the younger hands on crowd back to a car building approach , seemingly lost in modern times of internet and computer games.
Much like hotrodding of years gone by ...nothing is more valuable than hands on experience and learning new skills...
Some PS renderings...
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.641738852523068.1073741826.187464421283849&type=1
The PS pics are nice because they really show off the rear quarter that was hard to pick out in the original pic Fran posted.
I'm thinking either orange, white, that titanium-like color, or dark blue.
Which color(s) are you all thinking?
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.641738852523068.1073741826.187464421283849&type=1
The PS pics are nice because they really show off the rear quarter that was hard to pick out in the original pic Fran posted.
I'm thinking either orange, white, that titanium-like color, or dark blue.
Which color(s) are you all thinking?
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Very excited for this project
Looks awesome!! I love how the points on the front fenders are above the headlights. Can't wait to see the subframe bits but definitely got my apex fix for awhile!!!
Oooo yes, a nice built up TDI with a monster turbo or maybe even a 4bt.... me likey :thumbsup:.
Jeff-
Fran,
the Apex looks great. i cannot wait into next year when i pick up a used Gen 2 Eclipse to start my project. i look forward to seeing more and getting a better understanding of the work it will take to complete the car.
i am kind of interested in doing a EV project with the Apex. will Superlite have any suggestion or vendors recommendation for a EV project?
Fran Hall RCR
GT40s Sponsor
I actually have a complete EV drivetrain that's for sale....all brand new Warp 11 motor, Zila controller etc...
email me for more info if interested in it...
email me for more info if interested in it...
Fran,
what kind of truck are we talking about? off road 4x4? or high performance street truck? (i would be interested in a street one that i could put the kids in the back seat, 4 door). after i buy the Apex first.
can anyone send me a link to this discussion? or pics, etc.
i have lost interested in commercial cars that are build in mass and cheap.
Search function found this
http://www.gt40s.com/forum/rcr-forum-rcr40-slc-p4-mkiv/22481-rcrs-next-car-should-86.html
http://www.gt40s.com/forum/rcr-forum-rcr40-slc-p4-mkiv/22481-rcrs-next-car-should-86.html
Well watching this thread from the beginning and seeing the way the apex pics looks is amazing. I think RCR did a great job with this project. I especially like how this car will have purpose and can be used on the track for fun times as well. I'am looking forward to more pics of suspension and engine setup. :thumbsup: Nice work :thumbsup:
As far as the suspension and chassis pics go, I imagine that the magazines need to release it first. Then Fran will take more pics as requested.
Secondly, the diesel Fran is referring to is a VW TDi. TDi diesels can be built up to 250hp and 500 lbs of torque. So a 40+mpg car that does 0-60 in sub 5 seconds. I don't see how a Cummins 4bt would fit. I've helped with a 4bt swap (Jeep LJ) and that thing is MASSIVE!!!! (...and INSANELY HEAVY!!!!)
Lastly, the truck is mid-engine based, as Fran stated earlier. The black truck shown in the thread above is different (front engine based, I presume...).
Secondly, the diesel Fran is referring to is a VW TDi. TDi diesels can be built up to 250hp and 500 lbs of torque. So a 40+mpg car that does 0-60 in sub 5 seconds. I don't see how a Cummins 4bt would fit. I've helped with a 4bt swap (Jeep LJ) and that thing is MASSIVE!!!! (...and INSANELY HEAVY!!!!)
Lastly, the truck is mid-engine based, as Fran stated earlier. The black truck shown in the thread above is different (front engine based, I presume...).
Fran Hall RCR
GT40s Sponsor
Black truck is also mid engine Justin...2 or 4 wd.
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Mr. Wolfe
Mr. Wolfe
Hmmm no front hatch. I was hoping to at least put the radiator, battery and master's up front...assuming thats not going to be possible.
Interested to hear what the final weight distribution front to back is on the completed car. I've heard stock is 59/41.
Interested to hear what the final weight distribution front to back is on the completed car. I've heard stock is 59/41.
Fran Hall RCR
GT40s Sponsor
They fit up front and are accessible
