bobbeysr27 wrote:
maybe withe a BEC you could use a twin chain setup with a shaft going on one side of the chassis?
That would give it the REAL old school look, until you pop the hood...
I already have the engine built, and its been cruising around with me for the 15 years...
JackMcCornack wrote:
Seriously, Bow, I don't think anyone has done a Locost with a classic open wheel body--it has been talked about and there are some nice artists' representations, but to the best of my knowledge nobody has actually done it. I'd love to see it, and my own personal attaboy points will go to he who does it, not he who has the best 3D graphics skills.
I really like the Lotus 7 look, however, it isn't the most aerodynamic critter in the world... hell, the open wheel car in general don't fall into the aerodynamic category...
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I think something with the vibe of the era would do just fine; it needn't be an accurate replica of any particular car. Attempting a replica of something specific will quickly take it out of the locost budget.
Agreed... it wouldn't be a replica per say, more like an "inspired by"
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Technically, I think the biggest difficulty will be that the driver will be sitting on the driveshaft tunnel. With IRS or DeDion rear suspension, you could get that pretty low, but it'll still put the driver 4" or so above the floor.
I agree with that. Looking at the 250F photos that Dominic posted, the transmission is offset. I have been reading
Racing and Sports Car Chassis Design [Michael Costin] and have gotten to the part where it discusses this very issue...
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PS--I left the...
Bow wrote:
say something more along the lines of the 50's Grand Prix/Indy cars?
...off when I quoted you because I'm a smart alec, but I knew what you meant.
I have some pretty thick skin... 6 years in the NAVY, and currently a contractor supporting the USMC.... I figure anyone who might take a shot at me probably doesn't think that I'm a total moron!