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Old 07-04-2017, 11:22 PM   #155
Ashikabi
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Originally Posted by SuperTom View Post
Thank you for this post I'm glad you didn't call me silly Wouldn't say I'm going for maximum lightness or I would just rip everthing out. Car is driven 100 miles a day to work so it has to be reasonable plus its brand new. Just want to add lighter parts when I have the opportunity.
Have done other things just didn't list them all I will address your comments
-I really like the comfort and support of these seats so will stay for now.
-Went with Racer X on my LCA's which didn't save weight but needed the ease of adjustment while on the car. - couldn't get a direct answer if the Velox did or not, Saw people cutting the frame for more room?
-Took all the spare stuff out but forgot I added in 5lbs for a small pump and a can of fix-a-flat.
-Got a Perrin pipe so got rid of sound tube and a resonator -2lbs!!!!
-Exhaust is what I'm working on now want light but bearable So no straight pipes
-Keeping the sound deading so far, Ive scraped the tar off my old 3000gt before and got 15lbs worth in a bucket!!
- Agree with keeping all the bottom undertrays as screwing with the stock aero would just cause drag - learning about how the cannon style mufflers could hurt the rear aero on this car.
-Exactly not doing anything to add weight, no coolers, extra bracing unless I find I really need it, No Heavy BBK with heavier 18" wheels. No heavy FI kits.(At least for now)


Here is a quick file ive been keeping track of weight reduction with.
Pretty sure the Essex Sprint bbk is significantly lighter than stock
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