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February 11, 2004: While I didn't make much real progress last night, it sure looks like it!
I brought home a bunch of engine parts to test-fit the drivetrain. Nothing actually works - I brought home a broken transmission, an empty block with an oil pan on it, a damaged head and a contaminated intake manifold - but it's all fairly grime-free and therefore looks nice. I'm trying to get a feel for the driving position before I mount the steering column. This all stems from the pedal locations. Once I've got that, I'll have an idea of how far back I sit. Then I can place the steering column and the shifter. There are several inches of adjustibility in the motor mounts.

I've also been looking at seats. There aren't a lot of options for such a narrow (17.25") tunnel. Cobra makes one called the Roadster 7 that is built for 7-esqe cars and I'll have to find a price for them in the US. Otherwise, I might just modify a stock Miata seat fairly heavily.

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