If that's what can be done with an FFR, I guess I'm not going anywhere near
AP. Unless, of course I get one myself. And figure out how to make the
suspension work properly (as opposed to working like a Fox-body Mustang). :)
Scot (I onlyWISH my car's power/weight ratio was 3lb/hp)
----- Original Message -----
From: "James Creasy" <james@thevenom.net>
To: "Charles Cox" <charles@coastalbay.com>; "Scot Zediker"
<roadsterboy@earthlink.net>; "ba-autox" <ba-autox@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, July 23, 2003 4:52 PM
Subject: Re: Fear and Loathing in AP
> >FFR Cobra shows the stock (dry)weight at 2,305# so I can only assume if
you
> >can get the Miata to 1750# you should easily be able to get the FFR from
> >2305 to 2000#, right?)
>
> 2305 is pretty heavy for an FFR with a small block, even with a full tank
of
> gas. most of them weigh in between 2100 and 2200. the later ones are a
> little heavier but lots stiffer. mine is going on a diet, i figure i can
> strip out about 125-150 lbs without compromising streetability or
> maintenance. thats with keeping the glass windshield.
>
> the lightest one i know of is 1850 lbs, sporting a 600hp motor as i recall
> too. giddyup!
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