Too busy in the shop to remember to update

We have made some great progress in the 3weeks since last post.
Camera broke :( hope for some new pics up soon.

Exhaust is well on its way thanks to the very generous work and donations by Richie from
http://www.europeanexchange.com/
It is greatly appreciated

Fiberglass has seen the mold created and shaped.
The first attempt at learning to fiberglass is underway; some great results are developing

The braking problem previously mentioned has been solved and is awaiting the purchase of a new pedal assembly. We should not be receiving the 35 point penalty.

The engine was finished being rebuilt, with intake attached. Are attempting to figure out the wiring harness and ECU; but will probably need to wait till the new one arrives.
-Second engine ordered and on the way

I was interviewed today by Melissa from the Stute and there should be an article in the next weeks student newspaper. This should increase awareness and participation in the project. There are many systems underway and we are well prepared for the new members.

Chassis complete

Chassis re-design has been completed. This was done to allow room for fuel tank and differential. Awaiting the arrival of mounting tabs that have been delayed in shipping.
Fiberglassing the exterior is In The Works.

Welder

The chassis has been taken to the welder, it should be ready for tabs and the first fitting of parts by 1/4/09.
In the mean time, we shall be working on the exterior fiberglass.

Chassis Milestone

The corrected chassis is ready for the welder this week.

Formula SAE on Speed TV

Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wY4QiAXGS8U&feature=related

Progress update

The frame is nearly ready for the welder!
We have cut off all the bad members + tabs & polished it up. We have the new members cut and sent to the machine shop for exact angle cuts. The back frame box is tacked together and ready to accept the final supports when ready. We hope to have the frame welded and finished by Dec15th or so.

The engine has been cleaned, with new seals and completely rebuilt.

There was a problem with the braking system design; the force required to lock the wheels [80lbs] would not be acceptable, as well as the placement of the braking master cylinder would not comply with section 7.3 of the rules, requiring a template of a certain size to pass through the passenger compartment. We plan to re-work the braking design and probably need new master cylinders.

Design Work

A milestone created at the beginning of this project was to have the design completed for December 1st. We have nearly succeeded. The majority of the systems are finalized and parts being ordered this week. The next few weeks we will be finishing up fabrication and begin assembly shortly after XMas.