This is my first post. I am embarking on a project to build an entry for the sub 500kg electric category.
I have built two electric chassis before but for local club level motorsport. They are a long way from suitable for the salt lake.
I am designing a new chassis specifically for the lake. It will be front wheel drive with no gearbox or diff so 1:1 ratio. I decided on FWD to keep ALL the weight in the front. It will be quite long but will have almost nothing in the rear half. The shape will be like a squashed sausage with wheels out the corners. I am still navigating my way through all the rules. I have already been in touch with a couple of you. My first chassis was 530kg, but it had two seats and a lot of mistakes. My second chassis is 480kg but that includes a gearbox. So I am confident I can keep the weight under 500kg. Both my builds took 11 months each so I am confident I can be ready for the 2020 event.
If you are interested in what I have done previously do a google search on "Full Charge Motorsport" there is heaps of photos and videos.
I do have some questions:
- Can anyone recommend somewhere (preferably SE QLD) to source the correct cage material and hopefully get it mandrel bent too?
- Can anyone point me to a photo of the wheel nut washer thingy described in the rules. I can't quite picture how this works?