markrnorton 0 Posted January 29, 2006 Just a few pics of my race cars rear suspension with the 8" rims on, first time out of the garage in 6 months! Anthony did the beam refurb and lowered it, but with the 8" rims i had to fit the extension arches. rear is very tight, front has scope for more track width, and possibley 9 or 10" rims. I though some of you guys maybe interested as there have been a few threads on the 8" rim/wheels lately. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PsychoSimon 0 Posted January 29, 2006 that is very nice - i like it a lot. what sort of class will you be racing it in, and what kind of event? Fair play to ya Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonmurgie 2 Posted January 29, 2006 Looking good... I assume there is no engine in that shell yet then? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markrnorton 0 Posted January 29, 2006 No engine in yet, that should be in a couple of weeks time. That's why the front is a bit high. but i have still got to play around with the springs on the front. currently running 425lbs. not sure what race series yet, got a couple in mind but i keep changing the spec of the car which could make a difference in class eligibilty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony 1,000 Posted January 29, 2006 Christ those rear tyres are a close fit! You can see now why I said that you *really* didn't want it lowered three splines on the back... Be good to see when it's finished though and in its first race - certainly looks like it's coming along nicely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam 4 Posted January 29, 2006 Love it and love the wheels, put me down for first refusal if you ever get those wider rims (sorry to nag) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Col 0 Posted January 30, 2006 three splines OMG! did someone say splines! from the beam master as well tut tut Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butler 0 Posted January 30, 2006 309's can look good then. what spec is the rear beam? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sandy 189 Posted January 30, 2006 Good one, they are the arches i'm looking at for mine, do you have any pics down the side etc? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
juhis 0 Posted January 30, 2006 205 rallye arches ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tom_m 0 Posted January 30, 2006 nicely done sir! are you running thicker tbs or arb on the beam? can't be much travel left there... or don't you believe in bumpstops Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
allanallen 528 2 Cars Posted January 30, 2006 yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhh bbbbbbbooooooooooyyyyyyyyyy that looks sweeet nice work looks fast!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam 4 Posted January 30, 2006 ...or something. Yeh they are inbetween 205 rallye arches and the ecosse ones. The front ones are widened and look really good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anthony 1,000 Posted January 30, 2006 what spec is the rear beam? Standard 309 GTi at the moment lowered approximately 60mm or so. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markrnorton 0 Posted January 30, 2006 (edited) As Anthony says, standard spec beam, lowered 2 splines. bump stops cut down and avo race valved rear dampers. There's not much movement at all on the back even if you jump up and down in the boot. Not sure if arb needs uprating yet as there is now no weight over the back of the car. have to do some testing to see. arches were for 205, but i tweeked them to fit the 309. worked out ok. defo need with wide rims as you can see ! this is the only other side shot i've got at the moment Edited January 30, 2006 by markrnorton Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
C_W 3 1 Cars Posted January 31, 2006 arches were for 205, but i tweeked them to fit the 309. worked out ok. defo need with wide rims as you can see ! this is the only other side shot i've got at the moment Once the engine is in and you have a level ride height might wider rims catch on lock? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markrnorton 0 Posted January 31, 2006 Possibly C_W, have to wait and see, i reacon 9" would go, 10" rims may be a bit ambitious. we shall see. i'll let you guys know in a few weeks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveW 6 Posted January 31, 2006 10' wide tho the car looks hard as f*** Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pug_ham 242 3 Cars Posted February 1, 2006 Looking good, well done Mark. Nice to see a 309 using 205 bits for once. Graham. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
veloce200 3 Posted February 1, 2006 That's one rude looking race car ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jaredboy 0 Posted February 4, 2006 I just love the 309..great looking car! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hilgie 16 2 Cars Posted February 5, 2006 well done Mark...looking good. I was always under the impression you were building a 205, but a 309 makes more sense anyway Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cybernck 400 1 Cars Posted February 5, 2006 he was, but then he swapped to a 309 and continued building that one . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
