985cc Turbocharged Nova Sprint Car

[calibra-keith]

i knew there would be some nice goodies but wasn't expecting this amount of updates/work since i was last on here

how much wet running do you do colin? im gussing not alot, if that is the case cant you ditch the wiper set up?

as far as i know you need them ........

[novarally]

how much wet running do you do colin? im gussing not alot, if that is the case cant you ditch the wiper set up?

Regulations require a functioning wiper system to remain in place, irrespective of the weather.

[alistairolsen]

Is that big alloy plate under the pedals as thick/heavy as it looks? If so, ripe for a cored carbon sheet with inserts in it.

Not sure id be so keen on a carbon column if Im honest. but you could certainly swap out the heavy rods for some larger diameter CDS tube?

Looking really good though! An inspiration on weight saving!

[novarally]

Is that big alloy plate under the pedals as thick/heavy as it looks? If so, ripe for a cored carbon sheet with inserts in it.

Not sure id be so keen on a carbon column if Im honest. but you could certainly swap out the heavy rods for some larger diameter CDS tube?

Looking really good though! An inspiration on weight saving!

No, it's just very thin gauge aluminium sheet bent up to make a foot support. But I may well change it for carbon when I put it all back together.

Various F1 cars have used carbon fibre in the steering columns, so I cannot see any safety issues at all.

[phunkynova]

Colin just going back to paint or powder coat would a Vinyl rap be lighter ?.

[MK999]

Regulations require a functioning wiper system to remain in place, irrespective of the weather.

Hmmm, functioning wiper...

5inch long single wiper when it's not raining?

[novarally]

Colin just going back to paint or powder coat would a Vinyl rap be lighter ?.

I have no real idea comparing one with the other, but you couldn't apply the wrap over bare metal, so in addition to a coat of paint it would have to be heavier.........

[Mike]

Do like those seat mounts!

Sorely tempted to nick that idea & make some at work over the weekend, more for sheer looks TBH

[MK999]

Do like those seat mounts!

Sorely tempted to nick that idea & make some at work over the weekend, more for sheer looks TBH

I'll take 4 Especially since you can't charge me for them

[Mike]

I'll take 4 Especially since you can't charge me for them

Cant make anything at work for personal gain. Unless I supply my own matierials & time I spend all day making M600 bodyshells, One-77 undertrays & Vantage rear diffusers. Pair of seat mounts will be a doddle!!