Spec Focus Build 56k no way - Page 2 - Focaljet

**lapp** · 05-10-2007, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brads03zx3

I plan on making a trip to SoCal, but this weekend and next weekend are shot.

Can you go into further detail as to why they will be "more 'race prepped' than Leos cars?"

Im doing everything the rules will allow while leos cars still have completely stock motors and some lesser things not done. They are prettier though

. I may have a guy interested in painting it for free so who knows

also I think all of leos cars have the 2.3 so there is less he can do to begin with.

**recar** · 05-10-2007, 11:50 PM

I feel your pain, My Spec build has been delayed by about 3 months due to the SVT brake kit availability. Of course when I had a lot of time (winter) i had no material. Now that I have the materials I have no time.

**TheyCallMeKidd** · 06-11-2007, 01:58 AM

Hey,
we've done alot so you might want to put recent pictures. i mean we put the sub fram on, the front suspension and brakes..
now we just need to finish the back and wait for the engine.

**lapp** · 06-11-2007, 09:00 PM

^lol shutup you.
Ill get pics up soon enough

and after talking to Ricardo this weekend, expect some surprises in the coming months

**lapp** · 06-12-2007, 04:23 AM

All four brakes are on now.
I need to find and put on the front right cv joint.
I need to get a set of ss brake lines, brake fluid and bleed the brakes. The kit came with new E brake cables that I haven't put on yet.

I finally got the rods elsewhere and dropped them off at Hawaii Racing today so Ill have the engine soon

**lapp** · 06-12-2007, 03:41 PM

I just got word that the transmision will be done tomorrow

**lapp** · 06-12-2007, 06:53 PM

Its on the ground now

Does anyone want to donate some fenders? or a Hood?

**focusonwheels** · 06-13-2007, 07:47 PM

what bushings are you running in the rear...

**lapp** · 06-13-2007, 10:20 PM

Its all from the Prothane kit.

all except for the bottom part of the rear dampers, the kit didnt come with those so I made my own

**recar** · 06-14-2007, 12:02 AM

What are you replacing your glass with?

**lapp** · 06-14-2007, 03:18 AM

^ heh funny story Ill save for another time

to answer your question; glass. lol or lexan if I can get a waiver for it since thats technically not allowed.

**68 Touring Car** · 06-14-2007, 07:13 AM

Looks very nice it is great to see another Spec Focus. I saw your IP and wanted to know is that a 2 piece dash I only see the upper half ?

**Ted7rns** · 06-14-2007, 12:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lapp

^ heh funny story Ill save for another time

to answer your question; glass. lol or lexan if I can get a waiver for it since thats technically not allowed.

Mark,

You can use Lexan. See Rule # 22.18

22.18 To keep costs down and increase durability, stock glass windshields may be replaced with Lexan windshields provided provisions in the NASA CCR and the proper power to weight ratio are met. The intent of this rule is to improve safety and durability, not to reduce weight. Therefore, Lexan windshields must be at minimum ¼” in thickness.

**lapp** · 06-14-2007, 12:42 PM

^Cool, I wasnt sure if that applied to all windows or just the windshield like it says.

**f2focus** · 06-14-2007, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68 Touring Car

Looks very nice it is great to see another Spec Focus. I saw your IP and wanted to know is that a 2 piece dash I only see the upper half ?

Leo you met him and his father at Cali Speedway....

**lapp** · 07-08-2007, 11:45 PM

**BUR_ZX3** · 07-09-2007, 12:44 AM

yah seem to be missing an engine there.

**airforcefocus** · 07-09-2007, 01:13 AM

Quick question:
Is you dashboard good to go as far as it's current configuration? I think it would be, but I would hate for you to show up and they flag you in tech.

"23.2 Gauges may be added, replaced, or removed. They may be installed in the original instrument(s) location using a
mounting plate(s) or any other location using a secure method of attachment. Other than modifications made to mount instruments
and provide for roll cage installation, the remainder of the dash “board” and instrument panel must remain intact."

**Ted7rns** · 07-09-2007, 09:53 AM

I saw this weekend. He's fine.

**68 Touring Car** · 07-09-2007, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ted7rns

I saw this weekend. He's fine.

That is not what the rules states? I pointed out the same thing in this thread on 6-14-07 almost a month ago?

23.2 Gauges may be added, replaced, or removed. They may be installed in the original instrument(s) location using a
mounting plate(s) or any other location using a secure method of attachment. Other than modifications made to mount instruments
and provide for roll cage installation, the remainder of the dash “board” and instrument panel must remain intact."

**Ted7rns** · 07-09-2007, 12:29 PM

Okay, Then we'll have to change that rule. It’s similar to what I had last year.

**68 Touring Car** · 07-09-2007, 01:17 PM

Per another one of your post

Is this the procudure that a racer would use to get the change or any other?

27 Non-conforming Equipment/Equipment Certification
Series Officials must approve any equipment that does not conform to the Series Rules in advance. For consideration, approval must be made in writing sixty days prior to the date of competition. After receiving the petition, the Series Officials will make a formal announcement of the petition and must rule on the petition within 30 days. The remaining 30 days after ruling will allow other competitors to evaluate newly approved.

**Ted7rns** · 07-09-2007, 01:37 PM

Correct. He's not ready to race yet, and I'm sure the rule will be changed or clarified before he petitions for a rule change or races anyway.

**68 Touring Car** · 07-09-2007, 02:22 PM

Ted, It is just that there is very little production intent left there for a Focus instrument panel. All that is left is the upper 1/3 of outer sub straight. Not even close to the rule

**Ted7rns** · 07-09-2007, 03:18 PM

Okay, I talked to Chief Divisional Director- John Lindsey and the main thing we need to do is clarified what is consider the dash. We will rewrite the rules more clearly for 2008 but will be issuing a Technical Bulletin for 2007 to clarify the current rule.

Here’s a photo of the two types of dashes we have and the section highlighted in green maybe be removed.

05-10-2007, 11:50 PM	#27
recar Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: New York Posts: 1,475	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way I feel your pain, My Spec build has been delayed by about 3 months due to the SVT brake kit availability. Of course when I had a lot of time (winter) i had no material. Now that I have the materials I have no time.

06-11-2007, 01:58 AM	#28
TheyCallMeKidd Newbie Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 1	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way Hey, we've done alot so you might want to put recent pictures. i mean we put the sub fram on, the front suspension and brakes.. now we just need to finish the back and wait for the engine.

06-11-2007, 09:00 PM	#29
lapp TEAM Sponsor Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ventura County California Posts: 1,117	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way ^lol shutup you. Ill get pics up soon enough and after talking to Ricardo this weekend, expect some surprises in the coming months __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series

06-12-2007, 04:23 AM	#30
lapp TEAM Sponsor Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ventura County California Posts: 1,117	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way All four brakes are on now. I need to find and put on the front right cv joint. I need to get a set of ss brake lines, brake fluid and bleed the brakes. The kit came with new E brake cables that I haven't put on yet. I finally got the rods elsewhere and dropped them off at Hawaii Racing today so Ill have the engine soon __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series

06-12-2007, 03:41 PM	#31
lapp TEAM Sponsor Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ventura County California Posts: 1,117	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way I just got word that the transmision will be done tomorrow __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series

06-12-2007, 06:53 PM	#32
lapp TEAM Sponsor Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ventura County California Posts: 1,117	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way Its on the ground now Does anyone want to donate some fenders? or a Hood? __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series

06-13-2007, 07:47 PM	#33
focusonwheels TEAM Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: southern,california Posts: 299	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way what bushings are you running in the rear...

06-13-2007, 10:20 PM	#34
lapp TEAM Sponsor Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ventura County California Posts: 1,117	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way Its all from the Prothane kit. all except for the bottom part of the rear dampers, the kit didnt come with those so I made my own __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series

06-14-2007, 12:02 AM	#35
recar Senior TEAM Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: New York Posts: 1,475	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way What are you replacing your glass with?

06-14-2007, 03:18 AM	#36
lapp TEAM Sponsor Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ventura County California Posts: 1,117	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way ^ heh funny story Ill save for another time to answer your question; glass. lol or lexan if I can get a waiver for it since thats technically not allowed. __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series

06-14-2007, 07:13 AM	#37
68 Touring Car Premier Sponsor Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Motor City Posts: 1,181	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way Looks very nice it is great to see another Spec Focus. I saw your IP and wanted to know is that a 2 piece dash I only see the upper half ? __________________ Leo NASA Spec Focus Series Director www.capaldiracing.com "Quitters Never Win"

06-14-2007, 12:42 PM	#39
lapp TEAM Sponsor Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ventura County California Posts: 1,117	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way ^Cool, I wasnt sure if that applied to all windows or just the windshield like it says. __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series

07-08-2007, 11:45 PM	#41
lapp TEAM Sponsor Join Date: May 2006 Location: Ventura County California Posts: 1,117	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series Last edited by lapp : 07-08-2007 at 11:51 PM.

07-09-2007, 12:44 AM	#42
BUR_ZX3 [FJ] Addict Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Little Saint Clara, Isle of Queen Califia Posts: 35,705	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way yah seem to be missing an engine there. __________________ Video from the final round of the Focus Challenge... Click Here

07-09-2007, 01:13 AM	#43
airforcefocus [FJ] Specialist Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Moreno Valley , Calif. Posts: 5,828	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way Quick question: Is you dashboard good to go as far as it's current configuration? I think it would be, but I would hate for you to show up and they flag you in tech. "23.2 Gauges may be added, replaced, or removed. They may be installed in the original instrument(s) location using a mounting plate(s) or any other location using a secure method of attachment. Other than modifications made to mount instruments and provide for roll cage installation, the remainder of the dash “board” and instrument panel must remain intact." __________________ http://www.redlinetrackevents.com http://www.barberdrivingexperience.com http://www.stoutperformance.net coming soon! 2008 GTI MKV2008 F-150 FX42009 Focus Coupe

07-09-2007, 09:53 AM	#44
Ted7rns Moderator Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Thousand Oaks, California Posts: 4,202	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way I saw this weekend. He's fine. __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series Director \| NASA HPDE Instructor 2002 Ford Focus ZX3 Malibu Blue <23> NASA is dedicated to aspiring or accomplished Focus racers and track enthusiast.

07-09-2007, 12:29 PM	#46
Ted7rns Moderator Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Thousand Oaks, California Posts: 4,202	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way Okay, Then we'll have to change that rule. It’s similar to what I had last year. __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series Director \| NASA HPDE Instructor 2002 Ford Focus ZX3 Malibu Blue <23> NASA is dedicated to aspiring or accomplished Focus racers and track enthusiast.

07-09-2007, 01:17 PM	#47
68 Touring Car Premier Sponsor Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Motor City Posts: 1,181	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way Per another one of your post Is this the procudure that a racer would use to get the change or any other? 27 Non-conforming Equipment/Equipment Certification Series Officials must approve any equipment that does not conform to the Series Rules in advance. For consideration, approval must be made in writing sixty days prior to the date of competition. After receiving the petition, the Series Officials will make a formal announcement of the petition and must rule on the petition within 30 days. The remaining 30 days after ruling will allow other competitors to evaluate newly approved. __________________ Leo NASA Spec Focus Series Director www.capaldiracing.com "Quitters Never Win"

07-09-2007, 01:37 PM	#48
Ted7rns Moderator Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Thousand Oaks, California Posts: 4,202	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way Correct. He's not ready to race yet, and I'm sure the rule will be changed or clarified before he petitions for a rule change or races anyway. __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series Director \| NASA HPDE Instructor 2002 Ford Focus ZX3 Malibu Blue <23> NASA is dedicated to aspiring or accomplished Focus racers and track enthusiast.

07-09-2007, 02:22 PM	#49
68 Touring Car Premier Sponsor Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Motor City Posts: 1,181	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way Ted, It is just that there is very little production intent left there for a Focus instrument panel. All that is left is the upper 1/3 of outer sub straight. Not even close to the rule __________________ Leo NASA Spec Focus Series Director www.capaldiracing.com "Quitters Never Win"

07-09-2007, 03:18 PM	#50
Ted7rns Moderator Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Thousand Oaks, California Posts: 4,202	Re: Spec Focus Build 56k no way Okay, I talked to Chief Divisional Director- John Lindsey and the main thing we need to do is clarified what is consider the dash. We will rewrite the rules more clearly for 2008 but will be issuing a Technical Bulletin for 2007 to clarify the current rule. Here’s a photo of the two types of dashes we have and the section highlighted in green maybe be removed. __________________ NASA Spec Focus Series Director \| NASA HPDE Instructor 2002 Ford Focus ZX3 Malibu Blue <23> NASA is dedicated to aspiring or accomplished Focus racers and track enthusiast.

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