Justin from LVVTA says:

“Most of the modifications on this tough-sounding ’57 are pretty straightforward, and so long as there’s a NZ Car Construction Manual on the bench for reference there shouldn’t be any problems come certification time,” Justin Hansen says. “When it comes to strengthening chassis the usual course of action is to add crossmembers in specific areas where stress and twisting can occur. A scan of the ‘Chassis Modification and Construction’ chapter of the manual will make sure that the crossmember attachments meet the applicable requirements — which are sometimes overlooked — and ensures you’ll get the maximum benefit from the crossmembers, and that fatigue-related failures won’t be an issue over time. “With a possible 1400hp on board, you’ll need some decent rubber fitted, and the braking system will need to be up to the job. There’s a helpful guide and other useful information in the ‘Braking Systems’ chapter of the manual for selecting the correct brake components for the job, so that you can be confident the car will get a ‘pass’ when it’s subjected to cyclic fade-resistance brake test. “As with any blower setup, the external projections need to be assessed to ensure they don’t exceed the sight-line requirements, and keep in mind that most plate-type nitrous systems will also increase the overall height of the projection. “Having seen Jim’s Cuda progressing through it’s build there’s I have no doubt that this will be another well built and good looking car!”