Woods247 BrokeFiST Build

[Woods247]

How much would a full NASA/whoever's rules spec full legal cage run for that Bimmer??

I’ve budgeted $3k. Should be able to do it for that.

 

[Woods247]

I've heard the E46 are good track platforms

Everyone I know who owns one loves them. I have several friends with e46s which is why I picked it up. They already have to help me troubleshoot problems. 🤣

 

[M-Sport fan]

There are some privateer competitors still using those (as well as even the ancient, original, E30 M3s) in European tarmac (and various national tarmac) rallies.

 

[Woods247]

I believe it. They’re pretty simple cars once the CCV system has been deleted. Parts aren’t terribly expensive either except for the $1200 headlight I accidentally broke. 😆 It’s definitely not getting a new $1200 headlight. The rally guys probably did the same thing I’m gonna do.

I’m taking the Fiesta to the mountains tomorrow. Can’t wait! It’s been a couple of weeks since I’ve had it out of the garage. It’s a WAY nicer car than an E46. I’m really glad I spent several years building this car. It’s perfect

 

[viki888056]

I believe it. They’re pretty simple cars once the CCV system has been deleted. Parts aren’t terribly expensive either except for the $1200 headlight I accidentally broke. 😆 It’s definitely not getting a new $1200 headlight. The rally guys probably did the same thing I’m gonna do.

I’m taking the Fiesta to the mountains tomorrow. Can’t wait! It’s been a couple of weeks since I’ve had it out of the garage. It’s a WAY nicer car than an E46. I’m really glad I spent several years building this car. It’s perfect

I know you wrote that the fiesta is in a perfect position and I'm glad you are enjoying it but what are your future plans with it I love this thread and I don't want it to end.

 

[Woods247]

I know you wrote that the fiesta is in a perfect position and I'm glad you are enjoying it but what are your future plans with it I love this thread and I don't want it to end.

I’m still planning to optimize aero. I’ll build a quick release splitter setup, better/lower front splitter, new air dam, new canards and possibly a flat floor. I also plan to pickup a different set of wheels if I can sell the Compomotives. I’d like to replace the rear door cards with something simpler and lighter too. I’d also like to cover the exposed floor in the back with matching carpet to clean up the interior. I’ll always tinker with it but mechanically I feel it’s perfect. A built engine would almost guarantee poor reliability and that’s not something I want to do to this car. It’s so good. I REALLY appreciate your interest in the build. Thank you! 😊

 

[Woods247]

My buddy and me

 

[Woods247]

I’ve been allocating a lot of time to my other project and just driving the Fiesta. I will never sell my Fiesta! ❤️ It’s bad ass.

 

[TDavis]

I’ve been allocating a lot of time to my other project and just driving the Fiesta. I will never sell my Fiesta! ❤️ It’s bad ass. View attachment 62962

Don't ever say never lol. I always say "I won't sell it anytime soon," cuz I don't ever see myself keeping a car forever, maybe a long time, but no forever

 

[Woods247]

Don't ever say never lol. I always say "I won't sell it anytime soon," cuz I don't ever see myself keeping a car forever, maybe a long time, but no forever

I’ve had a Jeep since 84

 

[Woods247]

Just replaced every rusted piece of metal on it and about to put it all back together. My buddy is working on it though because I don’t feel like it 😂

 

[daloonie]

Dual crown fork and no dropper seat post? Sacrilege!

 

[Woods247]

Dual crown fork and no dropper seat post? Sacrilege!

It actually has a Gravity Dropper on it now but that bike has actually never been ridden which is sacrilege

 

[atlantaM3]

I've heard the E46 are good track platforms

E36 chassis is a pretty good time on the track too, speaking from experience. Getting a bit old at this point admittedly, but still very fun.

 

[atlantaM3]

Just replaced every rusted piece of metal on it and about to put it all back together. My buddy is working on it though because I don’t feel like it 😂 View attachment 62979

Talk about easy cleanup, yeesh, just grab the hose...

 

[Woods247]

Hungry

 

[Woods247]

Renting a little local track for the BMW shakedown so I can spend more quality time with the Fiesta at fast tracks. Also, there’s gonna be a cool add in the next GRM magazine that y’all will like! Keep an eye out. It’s still a great magazine so grab one if you see it. 😉

 

[Woods247]

…also, people that love BMWs are masochists. 🤣

 

[Woods247]

When I was tracking the car this weekend I had weird issue with the steering getting really heavy. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with a mechanical steering system. Electronic shit sucks. Just one more robot to defeat.

 

[TDavis]

When I was tracking the car this weekend I had weird issue with the steering getting really heavy. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with a mechanical steering system. Electronic shit sucks. Just one more robot to defeat.

Bright side is the FiST racks aren't too expensive compared to other electric racks lol. Part of the reason it is so snappy and responsive is the electric rack