Looking for help/advice with build
I picked up a used Pro Formula Mazda. It basically has nothing behind the tub other than the old RX8 engine mount. I plan on putting a bike engine in it (2005 ZX-10R) and building the back-half of the car. I know that the carbon tubs are not allowed in F1000, but the rear section would be identical to the F1000 stuff. I'm hoping to do this real LOWBUCK, but I've got a decent little fab shop here at home. Ive seen lots of great builds on here, and I'm wondering if I could get some help and advice while doing this?? I have lots of experience with oval racing, and building those cars, but not so much with the road racing side of things. I've added a list of things I'm hoping some of you guys can answer.
Rear suspension: Since I'm building this all from scratch, I'd like to use parts that are easy to find and relatively cheap. I can build my own wishbones, pick-up points etc, but things like the axles, uprights, diff etc I'm not sure on. I know I could custom make everything from scratch, but if there are pre-existing parts out there, it would obviously make life easier. I literally have nothing related to the rear suspension, so I've got a clean slate.
Diff: I know I can buy a Quaiffe etc, but I've seen guys use LSDs out of road cars and modify them for chain drive. Anyone have insight or done this? I like this as its a very lowcost solution. Or can I go with a locked rearend? If so I would like to have the option to convert to a LSD down the road. I could make my own center shaft and make it the same size as a Quaife or similar so I can convert easily later on.
Rear Brakes: I really like the idea of a single rear rotor/caliper. Obviously it would need to be larger than 2 outboard ones, but how does this work with an LSD? Will it work? Depends on the type of LSD?
Parts: Other than the classifieds here and I've already found Pegasus, is there a good source for odds and ends? preferably used parts???
Thanks for the help guys...I'm sure I'll have more questions as I go.
Jeff
You can lead a horse to water, but ...
Hell's bells :( oh well.
http://www.hewland.com/svga/down%20loads.htm
For instance, the LD200 Installation Dwg's show Driveshaft flanges drawn at 2x4.700in, or 9.4 inch apart, outside-to-outside.
Rick