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Originally Posted by RustyLugNut
Starting with a classic bug chassis gives you the ability to skirt emissions regulations if it is early enough ('74 and earlier in my neck of the woods). Using a trike configuration allows you to register a custom design as a motorcycle in most jurisdictions.
Fiberglass over foam is easy to do at home with patience. It also provides significant strength and impact absorbing properties ( think surfboards and skis) requiring minimal steel/aluminum under-structure. Unless you really do want the extra NASCAR roll-cage.
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One reason I'll be using a vintage car is because most California smog rules don't apply to them. If I put in a newer engine, then they apply, theoretically. I'm not trying to skirt smog rules- I want to do better than them by using an alternative fuel.
I don't want a full rollcage, just some decent protection.
I plan to work with metal. Freebeard's going to have to build the VW, at this time.