The manufacturing plant constructs the frame and the body. The
manufacturing plant also produces several other components used on our
cars such as the seats, windshield frames, radiator tanks and small
accessories. In the manufacturing plant, we utilize a custom designed
ladder style frame, which is MiG welded by our craftsmen, in a jig.
The chassis is a ladder type with two 2x4 boxed steel sections forming
the core of the frame. It is strategically reinforced in high stress
areas with laser cut brackets. For extra strength we also use a system
of "out riggers" which also adds a safety feature for side impacts.
The front of the frame features a crumple zone that is designed to
break of an accident;. Before the body can be mounted onto the frame
it is powder coated. This helps to protect the frame from the elements
and it also helps to ensure a show quality finish on the undercarriage
of the car. The body is constructed from hand laid fiberglass with
steel inserts for the strength in strategic places. It comes out of
the mold in a high gloss gel coat finish.
The complete body weighs
265lbs, this includes all the hanging components.
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The paint facility is where we meticulously prepare the body to accept the premium high gloss paintwork.
After
the body has been assembled onto the frame to check the fit and finish,
it is then sent to our painting facility. In the paint shop each car
is prepped in a designated vacuum booth before it is moved to our high
tech spray booth to receive the final color. The car is finally baked
at 60 degrees Celsius to ensure a durable and premium paint finish. |
The
assembly workshop is where the identity of the roadster comes alive as
it reaches the final stages of completion. Each completed unit goes
through several rigorous quality checks throughout the production
process to help ensure the final quality of our product.
In
our assembly facility, the doors, hood, hood and trunk are refitted to
the body. The full electrical system is installed before our trimmers
install the interior with a high grade carpet and leather seats, dash
panel and door panels. As the car nears completion, the engine
compartment is completed with stainless steel cladding, power brakes,
clutch master cylinder, and an aluminum radiator with dual electric
fans. During this process the Roadster undergoes several quality
inspections to ensure a superior final product.
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