batbuilder's LP640 called "No Mercie"

[batbuilder]

The two front hinges are the same but the front metal was welded slightly off causing the hinges to be off.

[batbuilder]

another pic of the two reciever sleeves. Centered within the middle of the front end

[batbuilder]

Here's how it is positioned all the way in front of the tubing. This is going to be the same type of setup on the rear deck lid

[batbuilder]

Here's a pic of the hinge. Don't laugh it really works...

[batbuilder]

Because we are using 1/4 inch plate we can drill and tap into it. Here's where we positioned the bracket well ahead of the front square tubing

[batbuilder]

So been fighting with this front hood reversal thing. My welder finally figured out the hinging issue. The pivot point needs to be far in front of the edge of the hood. Don't laugh when you see this but it works. He started with a detachable piece so the hinge can be removed and it welds onto the chassis

[batbuilder]

Hey Tallon, yeah the glass is  too long I'll post a pic. Then I got a free set from rob but it was off in all different directions. I do want glass and have contacted MurcieMe. So I'll probably go that route. Got a set-up for the power window thing but haven't even open that box. Lol.

[Tallon]

For door windows? You need custom glass if you want them to be operational, saturn windows are for fixed. Never heard of it being too long, though.

Murcie-me sells the glass.
and others sell lexan versions

[batbuilder]

Need to ask for some help. I ordered 1995 Saturn SC1 coupe glass. It seems to be too long and the curve seems too flat. Does anyone have a better match? Trying to get the best match. Thanks dave

[usmc_butler]

Im glad to see somebody making progress (im sure not ) Build is looking great I enjoy all of your pictures. Im building a Fiero with a SC3800 as well. As No Bull mentioned that is a fantastic idea with the front skid, I would also like to burrow that idea from you. It serves as 2 purposes, front body mount and protection from lil critters in the road! You have some good ideas and are making some great progress! Keep it up, were all here for you if you need anything...!

[Tallon]

Hey Tallon, I think a good way to build your own sides would be to use a piece of foam board to create the L shape. Then cut a piece of PVC pipe to simulate the indentation. Covering the inside with green masking tape. Creating a tape and foam board mold. When you lay the fiberglass in there it will be the finish piece. The tape will help you release your piece and the fiberglass resin will be easy to sand smooth. That's just my humble suggestion. Thanks for looking I appreciate your input...dave

I used a really thick cardboard tube but the problem is figuring out the right shape and size, my curve turned out way bigger than I thought it would. Also I made the side wall almost 90 degrees which was a big mistake since it will never operate at that kind of angle >_<

[batbuilder]

here's the connection to the rear hoop. There will also be another down tubing in front of the rear side window. You can see a perfect mounting base for that down tubing

[batbuilder]

Here's what I'm talking about tying it in. The end of the windshield tubing will be capped

[batbuilder]

Here's another inside view

[batbuilder]

Here's the elbow welded to one side of the windshield frame