Zielinsky notes that its compact power train system allows the wheels to be positioned
near the corners of the
chassis, which makes for short
front and rear overhangs and a wide track, yielding an overall layout that resembles that of a rear - wheel - drive car.
The 2008 M3 is the only car in its class with a carbon - fiber - reinforced composite roof, and its
chassis and suspension are aluminum for light weight and
near - 50 / 50
front - to - rear weight distribution.
Dune - Carving Samurai Vehicle: 1986 Suzuki Samurai Owner: Rick and Sheryl Thomas Location: North Bend, Oregon
Chassis: Stock Engine: 1.6 L EFI 16 - valve Geo Tracker four - cylinder, Centerforce clutch Drivetrain: Five - speed manual transmission, 6.4:1 T - case gearing, alloy axles in trussed
front differential with bash caps, Lock Rite locker in the rear differential with bash caps Suspension: YJ spring - over-axle lift, Missing Link upgrade Steering: Power steering conversion Brakes: Stock Tires / Wheels: 31x10.5 R15 Dunlap MT / 15x8 American Racing AR23 aluminum wheels Interior: Suspension seats in
front, six - point rollcage, Bestop soft top Other Parts: Paddle tires when I'm feeling ambitious in sand Future Plans: 4.30 gears and
front locker sitting in the garage waiting to go in next Favorite Off - Road Area: The now - closed Clear Creek area in California, Pismo Beach Dunes, and Oregon Dunes
near North Bend