The doors of the GT40 have top extensions that essentially ‘open the roof’ to allow the driver to get in and out easily. Something required by its low height. However, the door tops require the door to swing fully open to let the driver in and out. That’s fine whenContinue Reading
The GT40’s nostril has taken many shapes over the years, evolving in response to both aerodynamics and cooling needs. From the beginning, cooling was an issue with these cars. It seems almost every car had a different configuration as everyone experimented with ways to improve airflow. Add in the aerodynamicContinue Reading
The vehicles I build are meant to be driven—on the same roads (or tracks) as our daily drivers. They are not “trailer queens,” so they must be able to handle the road grime, standing water, and unexpected rainstorms that come with real-world use. Depending on which RCR model you choose,Continue Reading
The front clip requires some pretty extensive bodywork, some due to factory errors, some due to my modifications. Comments and details are listed under each section along with appropriate pictures. Some details will have their own data pages and there is a link to those pages included here. Lower nose/chinContinue Reading
A GT40 build presents a wide range of challenges and decisions. The RCR body is exceptionally well designed, with excellent construction quality and attention to detail. It provides a strong foundation, but it is important to recognize that it is not a complete replica right out of the box. OneContinue Reading
The GT40 has three different versions of rear tire flares. The prototypes and MkI’s had minimal to no flare, the width of the vehicle across the rear hips was approximately 70″ and accommodated the smaller 8″ width tire the car was originally designed around. As the car evolved and refined,Continue Reading
The RCR doors come without any boxes or door cards, it is left to the builder to finalize this part of the build. The depth of the doors and the lack of interior space make this a natural for a recessed box – a place for your phone, Kleenex, gloves,Continue Reading
How many planes are there? I am not sure there is enough adult beverages or curse words to adequately fit the doors to an RCR GT40. And there are so-o-o-o many angles and planes to match. UP – DOWN IN – OUT TILT IN – TILT OUT TILT FORE –Continue Reading
Straight end, curved end, angled end – Oh, my! The entire body fitting process begins with the front clip. Once it is centered over the front wheels, you can begin to position other pieces. Cool, but where does the front clip get positioned? It is a combination of the rockerContinue Reading
What piece goes where? NOTE: if you haven’t done a rough wheel alignment yet, YOU MUST DO THAT BEFORE STARTING THIS SECTION. It is critical as it determines correct position of the body components. Please don’t ask how I know this. A GT40 build is a little different than thatContinue Reading