wtf is tx 2k13?

[Murlo26]

I think the hardest part will be getting everyone to agree on some sort of terms. People will bump heads if a few invest a lot, and others don't yet still demand equal partnership. The smaller and more dedicated the group, the better.

Just my opinion.

This...

As cool as a site car would be its not plausible imo.

My dad shares like 5 cars with my uncle and they always butt heads. That is just two people...I am sure the pain will grow exponentially and itll end up being like our govt, where nothing gets done :)

[93gtpeater]

The only thing I would be hard set on is going auto transmission. cheaper and has proving to work. No missing gears and less likely to go boom.

[CornFed2.4]

what if the car is only is only used for events like PG ect. Even if you have part ownership of the project you cant just take it out for joyrides whenever without permission from 2/3 of said owners.

And events would always come first. I dont see why it couldnt work. It would kinda be like a chump car for events and some weekend street duties.

[93gtpeater]

Agreed. Track car, go beat on some rockets car

[CornFed2.4]

I say we do it.

[turbotalon1g]

I'll see your project car on the street honkays!

[Halon]

Agree it would be for events. If the group decides to hit the streets with it 1 day, as long as everyone agrees then OK.

Also I guess I don't envision it as the "sites car". It belongs to the group. If Style, or whomever, wanted to sponsor it, then OK they are a sponsor. Ownership remains in the hands of the group.

I'd be in depending on who else exactly is in, and if this is for real and done legit, not just some BS. Come up with a plan, a treasurer to account for all money/investments, etc. And like I said, I have $500 I am can pitch in for part ownership for starters.

Still gotta run it past the boss, but I highly doubt she'll say no :)

[Tachyon]

I was just thinking build it for TX2k14, then part it out when finished. If we did it by a parts donation, then once finished people take their parts back. If parts break, well.. that's racing.

As stated, the hardest thing about something like this is the people management.

We've all been around these cars for a long time, and everyone has a lot of passion as to what their ultimate setup would be. For this to work, I think you would have to micro focus the intent of the vehicle to one specific function.... one ultimate goal. Broadening the scope allows for too many options and possibilities for debate.

That being said, let's try this... If a car was constructed for the sole purpose of attending TX2014 with the intent of getting rowdy with the big boys *with a realistic budget* what would you build -and why?

[This would be an idea of my setup]


FWD 1Gb with toenail to retain drag coefficient
Automatic Transmission
Enough turbo to supply 70-80 lbs/min... T4, straight side exit exhaust
Enough wheel and tire to hook at 60 MPH
Low enough cylinder pressure to keep axles, ring lands, head gaskets and studs happy
Engine screwed together to survive 9500 RPM
Airflow parts to be efficient at this RPM
Enough brake pad to brake boost and slow down from high speed
Curb weight no more than 2150lbs dry


Discuss...

[CornFed2.4]

I dont think it should be get parted out though. Building for 1 event doesnt seem worth the reward I guess.

[CornFed2.4]

http://www.mitsustyle.com/forums/showthread.php?t=32523

i think he wants $300 for it now. Would be a great starting point and pretty much the exact car your taling about.