build diary

March 29, 2004: Finally, some work that's not wiring!
The new brake lines are in. Since the metal supply yard wasn't open on the weekend I wasn't able to do any work on the steering. So attention turned to the seats. It was very rewarding work. The driver's side is done and ready for the reupholstering of the seat base. The passenger's side now fits - snugly! - but still needs some trimming. I've managed to get the driver's seat placed perfectly for myself and with a lot of lateral support. I'm happy with the way it's all turned out.

Steve at CMC tells me that a number of my missing parts are coming. I'm not sure exactly what, but it's good news no matter what. Hopefully there's a fuel cell in there so I can set up that system. Lester Seal also picked up his frame etc this weekend so he's a happy camper.

I went for a long drive in the Miata this weekend - heading up to the ski slopes, 6" of fresh powder and warm temperatures - and did a lot of designing for the instruments in my head. I think it's worked out now. I also decided that I'll be very happy if the Seven handles and rides as well as my Miata. It shows the results of 9 years of tweaking and works extremely well.

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