mxcopter Posted August 13, 2016 Share Posted August 13, 2016 Hi My first Mazda Mx5 bought about 6 years ago. Since then I've had a few of them. A few months ago me and my dad decided to build a Lotus 7 replica based on Mazda MX5. We are using most of the parts from Mazda Mx5 (some of them require modification)-engine 1.8 VVT -6 speed gearbox -LSD diff (torsen, ratio 3.6) -prop shaft -drive shafts -uprights+hubs -steering column -brake system -electrical System -wheels expect that....laser cut round tube chassis fibreglass panels alloy tank coilovers inboard suspension a lot of custom fabricated parts........... First Start :banana: :banana: :banana: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fjonkalicious Posted August 14, 2016 Share Posted August 14, 2016 Is the chassi a Roadrunner racing sr2? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mxcopter Posted August 15, 2016 Author Share Posted August 15, 2016 (edited) Is the chassi a Roadrunner racing sr2? Very similar to Roadrunner racing sr2 but not exactly... In the meantime Fuel system (fuel pump, filter and regulator) Cooling system with coolant re-route (the thermostat moved on the back) First time the kitcar outdoor.... Edited August 15, 2016 by mxcopter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fjonkalicious Posted August 15, 2016 Share Posted August 15, 2016 Ok, did you buy the chassis or did you fabricate it yourself? Lasercut tubing isn't that common... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mxcopter Posted August 15, 2016 Author Share Posted August 15, 2016 Ok, did you buy the chassis or did you fabricate it yourself? Lasercut tubing isn't that common... Yes. We fabricated the chassis, but used outside company for cutting all elements... Most manufacturers use square tubes but we decided use round tubes. The chassis looks better and is stronger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
family guy Posted August 16, 2016 Share Posted August 16, 2016 Impressive work, a good looking seven. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tabac Posted August 18, 2016 Share Posted August 18, 2016 Yes. We fabricated the chassis, but used outside company for cutting all elements... Most manufacturers use square tubes but we decided use round tubes. The chassis looks better and is stronger How do you assemble the panels when the tubes are round, instead of square tubes ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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