Cody Posted March 8, 2010 Share Posted March 8, 2010 I am looking at buying or building a lotus 7 and really like the WCM cars. I love the s2000 drivetrain and the size and shape of the WCM car. I was wondering how the chassis dimensions compare to the other cars on the market? Is it much wider or taller than a "book" chassis? I just finished a FFR427 and am planning for my next project. I am debating doing a locost build vs buying a WCM kit. Has anyone built a locost car with s2000 drivetrain that is similar to the WCM cars? Does anyone know of any unfinished WCM builds for sale? Thanks Cody Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestTexasS2K Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Cody the Ultralite is several inches wider than a Birkin or Caterham. The overall length is close to the same. You will love the S2000 drive train. It makes the Ultralite on of the fastest 7s out there with a box stock engine. You can see the overall specs at there website. To my knowledge the Ultralite is not currently being produced in any form. So a used one or an unfinished kit is most likely choice. The parts are fairly common pieces and can be found most any place. Also sent you a PM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rnr Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 To my knowledge the Ultralite is not currently being produced in any form. ????? When did Brian stop making them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestTexasS2K Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 He is building several custom cars right now and has the Ultralites on the back burner for a while until he gets the others finsihed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mondo Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Glad to hear he's got other work going during this recession.... also just read an article that said Texas is feeling the downturn the least. Good for you guys! Better than the mess we got here in the "Golden State";( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaz Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 Cody, you might want to check over at http://www.locostusa.com/forums/ I think some time ago someone did a home build around a S2000. Also please post pictures of your Factory Five. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manik Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 The Westfield SEiGHT chassis (and kit) can accommodate an S2000 engine and gearbox with little issue. There are a few storming around the U.S. tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody Posted March 12, 2010 Author Share Posted March 12, 2010 Here is a try at posting a picture of the cobra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Croc Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 ooooh....I like that :drool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaz Posted March 12, 2010 Share Posted March 12, 2010 (edited) http://www.usa7s.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=1551&stc=1&thumb=1&d=1268401004 That is awesome. Here are a few links to S2000 bases builds. JL1's S2000 powered curved tube frame build http://www.locostusa.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=36&t=8370 sam's s2000 based book frame locost http://www.locostusa.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=35&t=7297 Edited March 12, 2010 by Spaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cody Posted March 13, 2010 Author Share Posted March 13, 2010 Thanks for the compliments, it still needs lots of detail work. Ia m painting the side pipes white and thw quick jacks will be black or chrome. I will going to get it titled this week and the fun will start! I feel kind of crazy about wanting to start another project so soon but I enjoy the build and my son is older now (7) so I would like him to get involoved on the next car I do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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