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Projects Rear Engine 1927 T Roadster

Discussion in 'Traditional Customs' started by Noah*, Oct 4, 2024.

  1. Hemi Joel
    Joined: May 4, 2007
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    I like the idea! I understand the land speed influence, as the SCTA definition of a "rear engine modified roadster" is: "The driver's seat shall be entirely in front of the engine. The entire engine shall be forward of the centerline of the rear axle. The drivers line of sight shall be over the bodywork. Streamlining ahead of and including the cowl and channeling is permitted"

    What is the judging criteria for the AMBR beyond the obvious requirement of beauty?
     
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  2. 2OLD2FAST
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    It's OK , I've got my high boots on :p
     
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  3. Marty Strode
    Joined: Apr 28, 2011
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    If you are using a side shift trans, buckled directly to the rearend, it will get very tight. Don Waite didn't use a trans, and look where he sits in the car. I did this belly tank 3 years ago, you run out of room in a hurry. Good luck with your project
    IMG_7561.JPG . upload_2024-10-5_18-26-28.jpeg
     
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  4. evintho
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    Yep.......that's about where you'll sit. Outstanding!

    GGC_119_Don-Waite-49-1.jpg
     
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  5. One thing to consider is moving rear axle centre line 2-3 inches back, this was common on Rear Modified roadsters
    27' modified roadster in pits.jpg A-MR in pits.jpg A-MR roadster.jpg
     
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  6. Beanscoot
    Joined: May 14, 2008
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    Looks like a transmission could be put in there without needing any more length:

    upload_2024-10-5_21-6-13.png
     
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  7. PotvinV8
    Joined: Mar 30, 2009
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    I wonder how such an arrangement would actually handle on the street...
     
  8. CSPIDY
    Joined: Nov 15, 2020
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    or perhaps bonnet
     
  9. CSPIDY
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    IMG_0030.jpeg

    Found this on another thread, any pictures of wildwood
     
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  10. Marty Strode
    Joined: Apr 28, 2011
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    There is a side shifter under the fuel tank. IMG_7353.JPG
     
  11. The37Kid
    Joined: Apr 30, 2004
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    Just wondering, SCTA rules state that the body must face the original direction as manufactures, does AMBR have the same rule? Some gifted artist here could draw up some concepts with the body swapped 180 degrees.
     

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