Chassis Changes

[Max Brin]

Can we change the chassis or is it a deafult one?
We built the one that was in the PDF file at usfirst.org

Thanks & good luck!

[Bharat Nain]

You can build any chassis you want. Take a look at the technical White papers (http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/papers.php?) section. Also look at the Picture Gallery (http://www.chiefdelphi.com/forums/pictures.php?) for more examples. Feel free to ask more questions.

[sanddrag]

You may change it however you like. Or even build a completely new one!

[Greg Needel]

you are allowed to make any modifications to the chassis that you wish. Actually you are required to to fit the size restrictions of 28 x 38. Good luck

[lukevanoort]

As previously mentioned, you can do whatever you want. But, always keep a connection with reality, a custom solid carbon fiber frame may win awards, but is it worth the trouble. On a more likely note, that powder coated 80/20 extrusion or welded aluminum frame may be a bit stiffer, lighter, or cooler than the kit, but the kit one is very adaptable. Given, it definitely needs stiffening, but you can have a very capable chassis with the sole addition of a round or square aluminum extrusion X-brace and higher traction wheels.

[Lil' Lavery]

Also, the metal provided in the kit doesn't have to be used for the frame. Be creative!