Originally posted by mndude07
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Here is a good article I found which explains a lot of what you are talking about for noobs like myself.
http://grassrootsmotorsports.com/art...king-behavior/
Here is an interesting quote from this article. It looks like off-the-shelf shocks can actually be modified for my specific needs.
"For instance, if you bought off-the-shelf Konis or Bilsteins, you can have the internal valving modified so that it reacts more quickly or offers more resistance in bump or rebound. Koni shocks that initially came with only adjustable rebound can be upgraded to double-adjustable specs (both adjustable rebound and bump). Likewise, Shocktek can convert non-adjustable Bilsteins to either single- or double-adjustable specs. This can be done at a substantial savings when compared to purchasing new shocks. At the time of the upgrade, you could also have the valving modified to suit your specific type of racing."
As for suspension bushings - I would like to go with delrin
Roll cage - I am a little confused on this.
If I install a full cage (not just a roll-bar) - that means I will have to drive with a helmet. Now, while the car is only going to be driven ocassionally, I do want it to be 100% drivable on the street... and driving with a helmet I'm going to look like a clown.
Weight - yes, definitely a limiting factor, but once again, I'd like to keep it street legal.. and that means all seats have to be installed for safety inspection. So this will sure be a challenge.
Originally posted by deevergote
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Also, the F22 would be a more of a minimalistic way to go - which adds to the simplisity and I definitely like the idea.
My logic behind thinking about going with the H22 is basically that there is just more information available about the H22 on what parts work together well and what parts don't work as well.
I want the engine to have a very strong top-end from about 5000-7800rpm (roughly) without the power falling off. So I am assuming the F22 head can be modified and paired with the right cam to accomodate that.
Track vs street - I want this to be a street car. It may see the track but it is not going to the track in a trailer. I'd like the suspension to be very predictable and forgiving for bumps on regular highways. Basically safety and stability on the road is the main concern - more than being able to launch hard from a dead stop.
Additional chassis braces - I am planning to get new MIG welding equipment and do a meticulous 4pt roll bar install at the very minimum plus the ESP 3 point front tower brace and the ESP traction bar. Other than that, I believe it may be benefitial to weld-in a rear strut tower brace.
Originally posted by BurtonRiderT6
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