Lightweight Track Toy

[belosic]

Hi all- I just wanted to introduce my project- I'm building an '87is into a trackday car, while trying to keep it street legal so I can drive it to and from the track. My goals for the project are safety and lightweight.

I've made use of a good amount of composites so far, all hand-made in my garage. I've completed a carbon fiber roof, trunklid and hood, now I'm working on making some widebody fenders out of Kevlar.

Feel free to check out my blog- www.projecte30.blogspot.com or www.projecte30.com.

Thanks!
J

[bmwpower]

Wow. Looks great!. Exactly what I'd like to do...

[One21Two]

Nice!!! what kind of rear spoiler is that?

[Hartge_H27]

^ he made it himself well at least the mount. good job that thing is sweet.

[E30_fiend]

That thing is fuckin sick!!

I like it a lot. Where do you live exactly?


E30Fiend

[Jordan325iC]

Wow. I love the work. Very nice DIY project.

[scobaru]

I like ur tow strap!

[Ray Smoodiver]

Looking very good.

[golde30]

cool. is this car going to be in Gonzo class?

[iflytii]

Great project! I really like how you mounted the rear spoiler! I limited myself by mounting mine on the trunk and now wish I could get it further back... Also really anxious to see how the fender flares turn out!

[blazing]

Also really anxious to see how the fender flares turn out!

I too am anxious to see the fenders complete.
This guy has some skills to say the least.

[BeirBrennerE30]

now THIS I am excited about... keep us posted

[einstein57]

I like ur tow strap!

+1. Love what your doing with the fenders. Instant m3 styling.

[2002maniac]

great project!!

[belosic]

Great project! I really like how you mounted the rear spoiler! I limited myself by mounting mine on the trunk and now wish I could get it further back... Also really anxious to see how the fender flares turn out!

Thanks for the positive feedback everyone-

I really wanted the wing to be as functional as possible, and one of the design considerations was transmitting any downforce to a structural member. I'll do some aero testing later on to determine functionality and correct angle of attack.

The fenders are coming along nicely, I removed them from the fleece molds and they look pretty good. Next I have to alter the bumper so that it matches with the new flare width. I'll be sure to update with photos as soon as I can.

FYI- the weight of the new fender is approximately 2.25 lbs :D