Ok, so I am a big guy… absolutely huge by formula vee standards(6’4” and 280 on a good day). I have taken the plunge into formula vee head first without checking the depth!
I currently am in the process of modifying a car to fit my gigantic frame and it has been quite the adventure so far. I am certainly not looking to be competitive, just looking to be able to safely complete my laps and have fun. Sure there are other classes of cars that may have been better suited to my overall frame but finances didn’t match the class nor did my interest. I want to do open wheel road course racing.
I am currently working on modifying one of two frames I have purchased. The mid section has been widened to accommodate my posterior, and the front hoop is going to be a bit higher so I can get out.
I am also in the process of reconfiguring the pedals. In the standard position everyone seems to use my feet are extremely dorsiflexed and have trouble using them. I am going to install a pedal box in a raised location (just above the front beam) and add a forward most roll structure to go over my feet (a more f1 style seating position). It’s a balance of ergonomics and being able to see.
just getting started so any input would be appreciated. And yes I already know I have no chance of being competitive… I am honestly just looking to have fun. If that is not an acceptable reason to race I shall certainly have to rethink this process.
I am just hoping to prove that a horse like myself can get into and race a little car. I am sure there might be some other big guys out there with the same question and with time I hope to be able to give a positive answer.