How do i know the cage will fit my size?

[gasserx]

Hi guys, newbie on here. Lots of good information and great pictures.
Im overseas and im looking to buy a FED. Stumbled over a worm frame, but im not quite sure how to determine if the cage fits me or not.
Im 6ft tall, and around 190lbs.
From what i know, the cage is built for a large person and the front bar is said to be 21".
Any help is good help 

[andrewb]

I don't have any direct experience with his chassis but you shouldn't have a problem fit based on his specs. I guess for me it would be about aesthetics. The site says it fits someone that's 6'5". With that, if you're 6", that would mean there would be 7" between the top of your helmet and the top of the roll cage. I don't know, that just seems like a big gap. Also take into consideration the chassis is build with 1-1/2" .095 wall tubing. That's just really thick. But hey, do whatever is needed to start racing.

Andrew

[dreracecar]

Waiting 

[JeffV8]

Come on Bruce I know you can't just sit there and say nothing.    

[Keven]

Guys
This is towards Andrew's comment. I would think it would only be half of the 7" between your helmet and roll cage. Gotta consider half that 7" is from the waist down. There is also the leg to body length ratio, can be same height with long or short legs. I'm 6'6" with a car built to my size. A friend about 6'2" has 5" between helmet and cage. As they say results can vary. Won't really know until you hop in.
Keven

[dusterdave173]

I am 5 ft 11 230 and fit easy breezy  Get it they are great way to start--just finished mine and love it!

[George]

I wouldn't base a decision on buying a chassis on being able to fit in it. Look around there are deals to be had. Buying something ready to race can be a big savings in money and time. If it's built right.

[dreracecar]

Come on Bruce I know you can't just sit there and say nothing.    

Waiting for Roo to chime in here first, prob at BG, I'll wait

[glennadmin]

Come on Bruce I know you can't just sit there and say nothing.    

Waiting for Roo to chime in here first, prob at BG, I'll wait

Roo Man is at BG talked with him today

Below is a picture of me sitting in a worm chassis, I'm 6' 4" 250 pounds with broad shoulders (have to be to carry all the criticism from the forum). I am a big guy

[gasserx]

Thanks for all the input guys! Buying a complete car is probably the best, but its a big step for me since im not beeing able to have a real look at it first - and i take a big chance by sending a huge lot of dollars to someone i dont know....so...
A nice frame would sure be a good start for one like me
You seem to fit in there pretty nice Glenn.

What other options do i have then?
Im trying to keep this to a budget that works with family, and im not going TopFuel!

[gasserx]

Oh, and im looking for a 150-165", i also have a shipping address in New Jersey, and im able to arrange pickup (if someone knows of a good alternative)

[George]

Buy a SFI spec book and educate yourself. The best $ I have spent so far. When you have specific questions bring them back to this forum and let the professional builders help you.

[dusterdave173]

Gasserx
I guess you are overseas--I inspect cars all the time for my Norway pals--you Must have any car inspected before purchase--I can do it for you just email me jdk@ctc.net  I have a network of good guys nationwide if I can't get to it
Again , it is a MUST or you will get robbed
Glad to help
David in North Carolina

[slingshot383]

To know what you fit, you have to be measured.  Put on helmet and firesuit, and sit against a wall with your arms straight out in front of you and your knees slightly bent,  have somebody measure: top of helmet to floor, wall to base of palm, width at shoulders (both relaxed and tight to wall, and rolled in a little)  This will let you know what chassis you can fit in.

[gasserx]

David, email your way in a few