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Originally posted by neurokinetik
I once thought as you do... However, once I figured out how to run six cells without putting them on the roof, I found that I could go even faster, even on a road course. Project drag Civic was never intended to do anything but drag, but I found that it is capable of turning as well. It also makes the custom motor work better, as it is geared too high and not torquey enough for good acceleration with four cells.
I also once thought that the RSX was the way to go, due to the short wheelbase, but I've found that all that short wheelbase does is limit my upgrade options. I've since converted to long wheelbase and don't run the RSX bodies anymore.
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i havent run into an upgradability problem yet... and the entire point of this project is to have the lightest car possible.
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Project drag Civic was never intended to do anything but drag, but I found that it is capable of turning as well.
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"drag" is the key word here. despite the fact that it may still turn WELL, the CG is still raised to a point. 6 cells are all well and good for drag... but straight line racing bores me with anything, thats why i stick to autocross and road racing in my spec-v.
i guess to sum this whole project up, i'm following guidelines set by my experience in real world 1:1 racing, and things seem to be working out quite well. thanks, though, i might consider a longer wheelbase if i can offset the decreased handling response with a more noteworthy improvement elsewhere.....hmm.....