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Discussion in 'General Automotive Discussion' started by Michael Everson, Jun 10, 2009.

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  1. Michael Everson

    Michael Everson Karting

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    Michael Everson
    #1 Michael Everson, Jun 10, 2009
    I know most of you hate Ferrari kit cars, but These are hard to fine original. I am starting a California replica build using a tube chassis and glass body. The mechanicals will be Ford based using a GT40 crate engine producing 345 horse. Transmission will be a 5 speed standard and hoping to install an independent rear suspension.
    I will post build pics as I progress for any that want to see them. I usually only build Cobra and Shelby Daytona replicas,but gotta try something
    new
    Mike
     
  2. Call Me Daddy

    Call Me Daddy Karting

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    #2 Call Me Daddy, Jun 10, 2009
    Sounds like a fun project. I for one would love to see progress pics. Will you be doing this in a/your shop, garage, or do you have a large space somewhere?
     
  3. Simon^2

    Simon^2 F1 World Champ

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    #3 Simon^2, Jun 10, 2009
    Personally I don't care...

    you're not trashing a 250 gte so that'll eliminate a lot of "hate"...

    I'd love a TR61 clone, so I'd be a hipocrit!

    doubt the thread will last long in the ferrari section though...
     
  4. Michael Everson

    Michael Everson Karting

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    #4 Michael Everson, Jun 10, 2009
    Yes I will be building this in my garage
    mike
     
  5. TopElement

    TopElement Formula 3

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    #5 TopElement, Jun 10, 2009
    Are you doing the body model and final pieces?
     
  6. Camdon53

    Camdon53 Formula Junior

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    #6 Camdon53, Jun 12, 2009
    Sounds like fun Mike. Please by all means take lots of pix and document your progress for us as often as possible. I would love to see all the components you're using, how they go together and how it looks (and drives) when you're done.

    We all love Ferraris around here but many of us are also "car guys" and love a project like this. Thanks for sharing and best of luck!
     
  7. justmeadows

    justmeadows Rookie

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    #7 justmeadows, Jun 17, 2009
    Mate I look forward to watching the pics of you build this car. I am getting one built at the moment in Phoenix. If you like we can share ours stories together?
     
  8. wax

    wax Five Time F1 World Champ
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    #8 wax, Jun 17, 2009
    Moved to General Automotive Discussion - expiring redirect from General Ferrari Discussion will be up for 1 week.

    Have fun with the builds. Especially the roof.
     

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