DeanD3W Posted May 13, 2009 Share Posted May 13, 2009 Closer to the performance Hot Rod I have in mind: http://www.hotrod.com/featuredvehicles/hrdp_0905_1932_ford_coupe/quick_inspection.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanG Posted May 14, 2009 Share Posted May 14, 2009 My ideal hot rod would be a 32 Ford style hot rod built in the classic style. It would have a Jag straight 6 with side draft Webbers painted white with polished aluminum accessories. 5 speed manual transmission. Simple interior. It wouldn't be fast. It would be a cruiser for the Saturday night show and shines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew7 Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 To answer the question, when it has an automatic, hardtop and running boards. At least that is how dad's 7 looks to me. Its an all weather cruiser. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanG Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Wow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slngsht Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Andrew, that definitely has a hot rod kinda feel to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHKflyer52 Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Andrew, Can you post some photos of your dads 7 for us to show how the roof system works. And Chrome front fenders to boot. Looks Good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew7 Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Here is the build log: http://www.locostusa.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=2376 This is a short clip of the top opening, I still think its cool every time I see it opening and closing. http://www.veoh.com/browse/videos/category/autos_and_vehicles/watch/v18499267XFqHr9zH He completed everything on the car,Tuesday. btw, the front fenders are stainless from a continental spare tire kit off the back of my van. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHKflyer52 Posted May 21, 2009 Share Posted May 21, 2009 Andrew, Thats great the clip of the top opening. One question comes to mind...what due you do if the motor / pump quits once you are inside the car and the top closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew7 Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Hello 911 What is your emergency?....... ummm............ my roof won't open.....and I'm stuck in my car. Please restate your emergency. My motor quit...... and now my roof won't open!!! Sir this line is for emergency use only.........are you intoxicated sir! Take the pocket knife from your pants and cut a line then push the top open. Everyone here carries a knife or two, don't they? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHKflyer52 Posted May 22, 2009 Share Posted May 22, 2009 Hello 911 What is your emergency?....... ummm............ my roof won't open.....and I'm stuck in my car. Please restate your emergency. My motor quit...... and now my roof won't open!!! Sir this line is for emergency use only.........are you intoxicated sir! Take the pocket knife from your pants and cut a line then push the top open. Everyone here carries a knife or two, don't they? Now that would be funny......hope you never have that problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff7 Posted May 22, 2009 Author Share Posted May 22, 2009 IMO one of the core parts of a Seven's DNA is it's lack of weight. One can't add doors or a top or much of anything and still have the light weight. And once you put in a large motor you need a larger chassis and bigger brakes and larger wheels and tires and then the low weight part of the DNA is compromised. Don't get me wrong....... I love some of these larger and more powerful Sevens but in my mind they lean more toward hotrods than Sevens. In my mind once you cross the 1500 pound range you are transitioning from Seven to hotrod and it's just too far away from the original Sevens 1000 pounds. Dave thats it ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mondo Posted May 23, 2009 Share Posted May 23, 2009 Phew! that was close...1450lbs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flibbie Posted May 23, 2009 Share Posted May 23, 2009 Rats... I always wanted a 7. Shucky durn. 1560#. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZwolfnut Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 I would say a lot of the member cars here are "hot rods" over 7's. There is a heavy emphasis on hp and money over cheap and fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slngsht Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 I would say a lot of the member cars here are "hot rods" over 7's. There is a heavy emphasis on hp and money over cheap and fast. What's your distinction between hotrod vs sportscar? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S1Steve Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 I would say a lot of the member cars here are "hot rods" over 7's. There is a heavy emphasis on hp and money over cheap and fast. The emphasis is " Build or Buy what you like, and enjoy it !!! I have never found " Cheap and Fast" . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solder_guy Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 the front fenders are stainless from a continental spare tire kit off the back of my van. Congratulations Andrew .. I read your build diary from start to finish! Great project and car! Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitcat Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 I think a Seven is a Seven when it looks like a Seven. The LiSS's that I can think of pass that test. For instance, Stalkers pass that standard with flying colors but weigh around 1800 lbs. I think light weight is one measure (my car weighs about 1250) but simplicity of design and appearance and function also count. And this is one of the few car sites where a car over 1500 lbs is considered to be heavy-most car owners would be thrilled to get their car under 2000 lbs. My Miata was about 2100 lbs and I was pretty proud of its lightness. I agree Andrew 7's dad's car is amazing. Andrew's own Lowcost is no slouch either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff7 Posted June 15, 2009 Author Share Posted June 15, 2009 The emphasis is " Build or Buy what you like, and enjoy it !!! I have never found " Cheap and Fast" . is what made Chapman stand out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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