Dillinger1977
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| posted on 15/3/05 at 10:25 AM |
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dilemma..
I have narrowed my list down to 2 potential projects to choose from, and am wondering what other people would choose.
Im currently trying to decide between a Part finished westfield project with zetec engine, or a brand new BEC locost kit. They will both cost roughly
the same to complete.
I want something that will be quick on the track, and good for some country driving.
Here are my current pros (+) and cons (-)
Semi complete Westfield:
+local to me (same town)
+rolling chassis with engine installed
+has more 'prestige' if i wanted to sell. (and will maybe sell for more than completion cost)
+good car engine (2.o zetec)
+fast completion so on road quicker.
cons:
-not overly keen on the colour the current owner chose. (white body, red wings)
considering the option of spraying the wings black.
-i'd have to check everything thats been done to get a feel for how it works myself, and i wouldnt really have much help if anything went
wrong.
-jumping into the middle of someone elses build could potentially be more confusing that starting from scratch.. (I've never done one before)
BEC locost (MNR or Mac1)
+insanely fast (perhaps too fast!?)
+engines seem to be easier to work with
+satisfaction of building my own/choosing style
cons
-slower, more intimidating build
-even less practical in terms of recreational use 
one option ive thought of is to get the westy and finish it, then sell it on for a bit of profit and use the money to build a BEC locost. I might
even find that the westy is perfectly acceptable for what I want it for and decide to keep it.. its a tricky choice!
what would you do? 
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locoboy
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| posted on 15/3/05 at 10:43 AM |
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one thing i would consider is the cost of certain bits from westfield, it can turn a project into a PROJECT!
ATB
Locoboy
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Marcus
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| posted on 15/3/05 at 08:18 PM |
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Why not build the Westy, run it for the summer and do a BEC transplant and paint job in the winter?
Marcus
Marcus
Because kits are for girls!!
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andy d (rizla)
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| posted on 15/3/05 at 08:37 PM |
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yep go for the vortx
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Dillinger1977
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| posted on 15/3/05 at 10:29 PM |
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marcus: yup, thats looking like the easiest option, if i can find a decent zetec ignition/injection system for under 2 grand.. :O
Andy d: I see you've decided on a BEC vortx! how are you finding the build so far?
(edit) heh ive just looked and its factory built!
is there anyone here making a vortx from kit?
[Edited on 16/3/05 by Dillinger1977]
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andy d (rizla)
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| posted on 16/3/05 at 04:39 PM |
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well theve sold a fair few kits so,possible
if not look on mnr web site theres a online build manual
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