The Range Racer
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As you asked so nicely…..Weight!
Our biggest challenge for sure!
Again benefiting from where we work, we have managed to find a full parts & weight list for the car (minus a couple of options).
The current weight breakdown is as follows:
Body – 906.8kg
Cabin – 348.7kg
Powertrain – 671.5kg
Chassis – 568kg
Electrical – 110.8kg
We then have gone though the complete list, crossing out everything we don’t think we need.
Remove all interior
Remove sunroof
Remove side steps and tow bar
Perspex windows
Remove window motors etc
Add bucket seats and harness & smaller steering wheel.
Summary is we can get down to 2000kg which would put us in the 200bph per ton club, with such company as RS3s, golf R’s and caymen S’s. We will take that!
There is a further 100kg not on the list below to be had if we later decide to go RWD by removing front drive shafts and transfer box etc.
Lots of stuff to remove and sell!
Our biggest challenge for sure!
Again benefiting from where we work, we have managed to find a full parts & weight list for the car (minus a couple of options).
The current weight breakdown is as follows:
Body – 906.8kg
Cabin – 348.7kg
Powertrain – 671.5kg
Chassis – 568kg
Electrical – 110.8kg
We then have gone though the complete list, crossing out everything we don’t think we need.
Remove all interior
Remove sunroof
Remove side steps and tow bar
Perspex windows
Remove window motors etc
Add bucket seats and harness & smaller steering wheel.
Summary is we can get down to 2000kg which would put us in the 200bph per ton club, with such company as RS3s, golf R’s and caymen S’s. We will take that!
There is a further 100kg not on the list below to be had if we later decide to go RWD by removing front drive shafts and transfer box etc.
Lots of stuff to remove and sell!
It seems like I'm the only one thinking this is a bit of a waste of time? I'm sure this is an interesting experiment and not trying to offend, but if you actually want a track car to enjoy on the track I don't think this is it.
It will be very expensive in fuel, tyres and brakes and handle like a boat. Similar to taking a ride on lawn mower on a go kart track.
Anyway it's your project not mine and not trying to rain on your parade so enjoy!
It will be very expensive in fuel, tyres and brakes and handle like a boat. Similar to taking a ride on lawn mower on a go kart track.
Anyway it's your project not mine and not trying to rain on your parade so enjoy!
Timbuktu said:
It seems like I'm the only one thinking this is a bit of a waste of time? I'm sure this is an interesting experiment and not trying to offend, but if you actually want a track car to enjoy on the track I don't think this is it.
It will be very expensive in fuel, tyres and brakes and handle like a boat. Similar to taking a ride on lawn mower on a go kart track.
Anyway it's your project not mine and not trying to rain on your parade so enjoy!
Almost everything fun is a waste of time, this seems like a lot of fun! Tell us some of your hobbies and we'll tell you why they are a waste of time.It will be very expensive in fuel, tyres and brakes and handle like a boat. Similar to taking a ride on lawn mower on a go kart track.
Anyway it's your project not mine and not trying to rain on your parade so enjoy!
Can't wait to see where this goes, already watched a couple of the videos.
Timbuktu said:
It seems like I'm the only one thinking this is a bit of a waste of time? I'm sure this is an interesting experiment and not trying to offend, but if you actually want a track car to enjoy on the track I don't think this is it.
It will be very expensive in fuel, tyres and brakes and handle like a boat. Similar to taking a ride on lawn mower on a go kart track.
Anyway it's your project not mine and not trying to rain on your parade so enjoy!
Kill joy, this is greatIt will be very expensive in fuel, tyres and brakes and handle like a boat. Similar to taking a ride on lawn mower on a go kart track.
Anyway it's your project not mine and not trying to rain on your parade so enjoy!
poing said:
Almost everything fun is a waste of time, this seems like a lot of fun! Tell us some of your hobbies and we'll tell you why they are a waste of time.
Can't wait to see where this goes, already watched a couple of the videos.
Like I said in my post, I'm not trying to offend and it's his project to enjoy. I'm entitled to an opinion just like everyone else.Can't wait to see where this goes, already watched a couple of the videos.
One of my hobbies is driving my track car on a track. I didn't choose a Range Rover, that's what I use to tow it. Like I said, each to their own...
Timbuktu said:
Similar to taking a ride on lawn mower on a go kart track.
What's wrong with that?!?https://youtu.be/tdIAxj4xBQw
I hope you're including the addition of around 60 kg for a decent roll cage.....
This is odds on likely to end up shiny side down in the gravel imo! Trust me, it's a horrible feeling skipping sideways across the kerbs and gravel, even in something like a Caterham, let alone a soggy tall 4by, hoping it doesn't dig in and flip! I'd also advocate making sure you keep the throttle pinned, and not braking if you do find yourself in the kitty litter.............
This is odds on likely to end up shiny side down in the gravel imo! Trust me, it's a horrible feeling skipping sideways across the kerbs and gravel, even in something like a Caterham, let alone a soggy tall 4by, hoping it doesn't dig in and flip! I'd also advocate making sure you keep the throttle pinned, and not braking if you do find yourself in the kitty litter.............
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