Hey all, I'm currently in the final design phases of a roadster build that I'm going to begin work on this summer.
The plan right now is to built it frame and all, from the ground up, and get power from a 302 or 351, with a T-5, and Ford 9" as the drivetrain.
I'm wondering what's involved in actually getting plates for this thing and driving it around. I have read the FAQ/Info sheet on here regarding it, but it's still a little vague to me.
My friend's father is an MTO inspector, and he's helping me out with regards to what's needed for road legality, but this isn't something he encounters often, so he's not positive on the minor details.
From what I understand, it should be a matter of documenting my build, acquiring the VIN from the donor motor's original chassis if I can, and then finding a mechanic to safety it (I'm in the trade, so I should be able to find someone). I can get a homebuilt VIN fairly easily from the way it sounds, and then I just need to find an insurance carrier that will take me. I'm thinking I'll probably have to go with a 19a policy, but that's more than ok with me. I've dealt with insuring RHD vehicles in Ontario, so I have a list of possible carriers.
Thanks in advance, and I look forward to sharing the build when it gets underway.
The plan right now is to built it frame and all, from the ground up, and get power from a 302 or 351, with a T-5, and Ford 9" as the drivetrain.
I'm wondering what's involved in actually getting plates for this thing and driving it around. I have read the FAQ/Info sheet on here regarding it, but it's still a little vague to me.
My friend's father is an MTO inspector, and he's helping me out with regards to what's needed for road legality, but this isn't something he encounters often, so he's not positive on the minor details.
From what I understand, it should be a matter of documenting my build, acquiring the VIN from the donor motor's original chassis if I can, and then finding a mechanic to safety it (I'm in the trade, so I should be able to find someone). I can get a homebuilt VIN fairly easily from the way it sounds, and then I just need to find an insurance carrier that will take me. I'm thinking I'll probably have to go with a 19a policy, but that's more than ok with me. I've dealt with insuring RHD vehicles in Ontario, so I have a list of possible carriers.
Thanks in advance, and I look forward to sharing the build when it gets underway.