Chris Impey, Mazda RX7, HKS Pro Series
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This project was to install a tubular sub-frame, rear suspension and axle to
harness undoubted power of the rotary engine. First step was some drastic surgery with a plasma cutter to remove most of rear floor. |
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the back half of the frame linked to the existing roll cage. |
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Four bar mounts tied to box section floor beams and cross tube attached to original sills. |
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Back part of rear frame welded to body and tied to parachute mount. |
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Later wheel tubs were installed and the rest of the rear frame was covered. |
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The front part of the sub-frame further linked the axle and body work as well as providing mounts for the Lenco gearbox and motor plate. |
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A standard ARRC fabricated 9 inch axle case installed on Strange coil-overs hides beneath the tin work. |
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First time out at The Fast Show Chris set a new European record for rotary cars. This picture courtesy of Ian Blackett; click www.blackettphotography.com to see more. |
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Chris in the staging lanes at the 2009 Easter Thunderball. Click Chris's first burnout or Chris's second burnout to see the Mazda in action. |
| Date | 16-Apr-2009 |
| Pictures by | Ian Blackett and webmaster |