Hi,
I am applying Colin Chapmans philosophy: "Simplify, then add lightness.", to my own car to help increase performance everywhere.
The aim is to get it to sub 1100kg for now whilst keeping a stock appearance from the outside and without going as far as gutting the interior etc.
Currently I have removed complexity and weight with the following modifications:
I haven't added up the weight saving from the above so far but I expect the savings are in the region of at least 30kg or more.
Other things I have considered:
Where else can we make savings without resorting to gutting the interior and sacrificing safety?
I am applying Colin Chapmans philosophy: "Simplify, then add lightness.", to my own car to help increase performance everywhere.
The aim is to get it to sub 1100kg for now whilst keeping a stock appearance from the outside and without going as far as gutting the interior etc.
Currently I have removed complexity and weight with the following modifications:
- Hydraulic PS replaced with EPS. Removes weight and drag on the engine.
- Removed tensioner and idler puller, replaced with k-tuned alt relocate kit.
- OEM header replaced with aftermarket.
- OEM battery replaced with Oddysey PC680 battery.
- Air Con completely removed.
- Some cast engine mount components replaced with billet alloy.
I haven't added up the weight saving from the above so far but I expect the savings are in the region of at least 30kg or more.
Other things I have considered:
- Rear alloy LCA's - approx. 2kg saving I have heard.
- Alloy disc bells - I have considered making a set with AP Racing discs, but not sure if there is enough room for the disc to bell attachment hardware. - potentially at least 1kg per disc.
- Rear disc bells - greater savings to be had, especially if converted to EP3 rear hubs with 15mm reduced offset.
- Looked into Recaro Fixed Back SPG's - potentially 20kg saving to be had but it's a controversial subject running fixed back seats without roll over protection...
Where else can we make savings without resorting to gutting the interior and sacrificing safety?