1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

1992 GSX RWD 25.1e tube chassis -- $4000

I started building this car with lots of hopes and aspirations. Over time I have lost interest and have moved to other projects. The tube chassis fits perfectly inside a 1G DSM shell. The chassis itself is made from 4130 Chromoly and fully tig welded. It weighs around 275 lbs. When complete the Eclipse would weigh just a hair over 2000lbs. The 4-link is a S&W racecars pro series and is 24" wide with strage coilovers. The car is setup for a 4G63 and a powerglide. The rear has Weld Alumastar 15x14 with MT ET Drags. The car comes with Buschur Racing 4G63 to GM Tranny adapter and an SFI flexplate. Steering, seat & pedals are complete. You need to finish up the front suspension, tin the car, get a fabbed rear housing, diff and install brakes. This is a massive project, but it is something very unique that hasn't been done before. I am selling everything as a package for $4000. It is a complete steal, considering a welded chassis alone will run you about 5000-6000, not to mention all the parts included. The raw materials and parts are worth about 7000. The labor cost will be probably exceed $4000. Below you can find a full list of the parts included and their price as well as some pictures.

For a gallery of pics, you can visit http://www.vasso.net/tubecar.html

• SW Racecars Chromoly Chassis Kit --- $1999
• SW Rcecars Pro Series Welded 24" Chromoly 4-Link Rear Frame --- $2399
  • 4-Link Rod End package
  • Fully Welded Track Locator
  • Strange double adjustable coilovers
  • Hypercoil 150lb springs 2 1/2 x 12 (blue)
• 35-042 Willwood Rack and pinion --- $321
• Pito Tie Rod end kit, S&W Steering Column Kit --- $221
• Strange Dual Master Brake Cylinder --- $104
• Grant D-Shape Steering wheel --- $97
• Quartermax 360 driveshaft loop --- $118
• Quartermax 180 driveshaft loop --- $36
• Quartermax Parachute kit --- $83.95
• Stroud Window Net --- $80
• RCI 4 gal fuel cell --- $119
• Jegs Line Lock Selenoid kit --- $39
• Wilwood proportioning valve --- $41.99
• Wilwood residual valves --- $35.99
• Burschur Racing Flexplate --- $275
• Burschur Racing 4G63 Adapter Plate GM Transmissin --- $350
• Weld Alumastar 15x14 (5x4.5 Circle) 5" backspace wheels --- $954
• Used MT 32x14.5x15 Tires with tubes --- $100

The total price for the parts & materials alone is: $7281

Here are some pictures of the car/project:


http://www.vasso.net/photos/tubechassis/001.jpg

http://www.vasso.net/photos/tubechassis/002.jpg

http://www.vasso.net/photos/tubechassis/008.jpg

http://www.vasso.net/photos/tubechassis/013.jpg

http://www.vasso.net/photos/tubechassis/017.jpg

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

Wow, sad to see that a lot of the big builds are up for sale. I was hoping to see this thing in action at RF.

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

You're right, Steve. It's kinda sad considering the hundreds of hours that went into it, but it will take too much cash to finish it. I've decided to focus my attention on my Talon and try to run a 9. It's a lot less hassle and also I get to drive the Talon around. This thing is a 100% trailers queen.

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

Would make a sick dune buggy!

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

Engine is in the wrong place for that.

Vassil is a good guy, always a pleasure to do buisness with

Good luck with sale, somebody is going to get a steal on this project!

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

Is it certified? What sanctioning body is it setup for?

Good luck with the sale.

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

Only if I had the time, money and dedication.

This is one awesome project though...

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

The chassis is not certified, but it can be for about $200-250. Jim Bongard (NHRA Chassis guy for our region) has seen it back in the day. If someone is serious about it, I will get it certified. The car is build around the SFI 25.1e specs which is 7.49 or quicker and max of 2800lbs.

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

Sale pending ... The car might have a new happy home soon :D

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

I have a strange feeling I know where it's going......

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

Me too, i was just going to post up that some dudes from RI with the rwd 3 series BMW were asking about it.

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

Brent Rau should buy it.

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

Why would Brent buy it? He's already got one certified to lower than 7.49.

Re: 1G Rear wheel drive 25.1e tube chassis DSM -- $CHEAP
 

The chassis is sold. Please close the thread. Thank You!