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+442 M1 & M2 chassis members

Mansfield - 10/12/06 at 08:08 PM

Good Evening

I dont like the M1 & M2 positions for an IRS +442 chasssis.
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Mansfield - 10/12/06 at 08:11 PM

Is something like this more appropriate?
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meany - 10/12/06 at 08:42 PM

not if you are using a live axle or de-deon setup on the rear.

also, think about the seatbelt fixing points.

ecosse - 10/12/06 at 09:03 PM

This is what I did (DeDion setup)

Cheers

Alex

ecosse - 10/12/06 at 09:05 PM

With the pic this time
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Mansfield - 10/12/06 at 09:05 PM

Will be IRS.

I hadn't thought about the seat belt mounting points - I am now.

Mansfield - 10/12/06 at 09:09 PM

I am also now thinking about dropping the back of the N members. I hadn't thought of that either!

MikeRJ - 11/12/06 at 03:36 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Mansfield
I am also now thinking about dropping the back of the N members. I hadn't thought of that either!

It improves elbow clearance and gives a more pure triangulated structure, but if you want to buy GRP sides rather than use alloy you nned to think about what's available.