What If Build Ideas...for Land Speed Racing

It sucks to hear that you’re questioning moving forward (with this vehicle, I get it) but don’t let the dream die. Take a step back, visit the salt a few times, talk to racers that have been there and execute a plan. It can be done. Lots of helpful info here;
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I would think you could buy a chassis off someone wanting to step up cheaper than building one. Drag cars are that way.