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Old Mar 11, 2014 | 12:37 AM
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Default Re: Inside trunk tools

Originally Posted by Padgett
Fomula V and Formula Ford. Mostly in the Midwest (Grattan, IRP, Blackhawk, Mid-Ohio...). Shot was of a B/P Corvette I had from 1970-73. Used to remove the seat back blocks and put 1/2" spacers under the front seat rails to get more rake. Am only 5'10" but most comfortable with seat almost all the way back and raked A Lot.


Just measured from the back of the seat to the edge of the hatch and I gained 1.5" in rearward travel. Also cutting down the side bolsters at the front of the seat eliminated the right hip pain.


Seems that some have the philosophy that "if a car doesn't fit, get a different car." Mine is "if I like it otherwise, make it fit.".
I did a little SCCA racing but more cycle racing. I agree, if you like it make it fit.
I, too am 5'10" but no need for surgery on the car. My only concern would be lowering resale value but if you are like me, I have no intention of ever selling. As a matter of fact, I promised my daughter that I would give it to her when I'm too old to drive.
 
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