And it begins..."The Flash" Build Thread

[Erik W. Treves]

nope ..no reason at all...if one would pay for it, it should look very nice...

[Mechie3]

Bad pun alert.

That shifter is...very cool. It'd be nice if you mounted it exposed like a pagani shifter.

[Erik W. Treves]

No that's me being an a$$... No coffee and hung over... Stainless would look great... Winter upgrade... Maybe. Just trying to stay on track

[Wayne Presley]

Bad pun alert.

That shifter is...very cool. It'd be nice if you mounted it exposed like a pagani shifter.

I think both Erik's and my shifter are going to stay exposed, way to pretty to hide under a boot :D

[Mechie3]

No that's me being an a$$... No coffee and hung over... Stainless would look great... Winter upgrade... Maybe. Just trying to stay on track

I meant the bad pun was me saying the very cool parts shifter was in fact, very cool.


I think both Erik's and my shifter are going to stay exposed, way to pretty to hide under a boot :D

If you said that to a pretty girl you'd probably get slapped. ;)

[Erik W. Treves]

ok you have seen them from the side... +45 offset and 265/35/18 Federal Brand Tires with 10mm hub centric spacers.

The only other thing I had to do is run the upper trailing arm link rear complete inboard with the spacer doubled stacked..oh and 3 inch studs

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20603&d=1376168240

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20602&d=1376168239

[bstuke]

So track height I might not need anything!

[Erik W. Treves]

My ride height is high right now by about 1/2 to 3/4 inches

[Samiam1017]

Double stacked? So 20mm of spacers?

[Erik W. Treves]

No.. The upper trailing arm has spacers or bushings if you like.. You move the arm inboard and double stack those.. 10mm hub spacer per side

[blueoval_bowtie_guy]

The shifter looks fantastic! The only problem I see is that you have to shift with the WRONG hand! lol... :D

[Silvertop]

The shifter looks fantastic! The only problem I see is that you have to shift with the WRONG hand! lol... :D

What impresses me is its VERSATILITY. Great secondary function as a computer game JOYSTICK :D!!!!!!!!!!

[Mechie3]

Was the link rubbing the tire?

[Erik W. Treves]

yes

[rori]

What lower trailing arm are you using? Stock? No clearance issues there?

Thanks for all the useful info on the wheel fitment so far.

[Erik W. Treves]

Stock..no issues if you the spacers

[Erik W. Treves]

Some quick progress today...decided enough messing around with the K-Tune shift..need to put it in the car...install was super easy...shift quality is great...course this is my first cable shift car and the tranny is band new.. I need a new shift knob... also placed the seat in the car to set positioning... I ended cutting out half of the foam out of the seat so I fit more comfortable... all in all pretty happy.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20610&d=1376252372

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20611&d=1376252373

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20612&d=1376252375

and meets with family approval...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20609&d=1376252371

[Mechie3]

I think it's safe to say she passes the 2" rollbar rule.

[blueoval_bowtie_guy]

That is a GREAT picture!

[68GT500MAN]

Few more years and she will want the keys!

[Erik W. Treves]

Lots of progress yesterday and today... Got pretty much ALL the front aluminum done...also completed the adjustment for the wheel and tire combination....

So disclaimer.....

Alignment is just quickly done and have not taken it out on the road yet....

Seems like it will work out...

Tire size is 235/40/18 ... this is about 1 inch more in diameter than spec.

Initially it rubbed everywhere so stay to spec unless you want this look and a ton of work. I had to make/cut and rebend the outside front firewall aluminum, rear and front fender liners. I am also losing about 1/8 to 1/4 turn at full lock, but this is with the rough alignment. Looks like I could message it some more, but I am going to call it done....also the ride height is at 5" to keep the suspension at correct angle... this means I have to add .5 inches to the rear as well... anyway here ya go...pics!!

stock panel on the left...mine on the right.. made the one tear drop slot go around the weld so it lay flat.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20774&d=1376775563

All the front floors are in

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20775&d=1376775565

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20776&d=1376775566

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20777&d=1376775568

it's tight looking but it is a good 1/2 inch..

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20778&d=1376775569

got the wheel sitting in there nice and centered

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20779&d=1376775570

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20800&d=1376776483

[metalmaker12]

Looking good bro, I am hitting with 235/45R17 as well, at this point I am going to get it to work

[Goldwing]

Good info, thanks Erik. I was hoping 1" bigger diameter would work, just have to decide if its worth the extra effort for me. Most of the wheels I'm really drawn to only came in 18s or larger, but the rubber gets so thin at 18". I wanted a little extra rubber to have sOmE ride quality, it would be nice if my wife would like to come along for a drive. I'll be watching to hear reports from all the first builds on their ride quality with different wheel/tire combos. I'm not expecting Lexus traits, but don't want to donate a kidney either, lol.

[ehansen007]

Guys, I took all the tire pressure info and put it in the wheel and tire thread. It's a good discussion so if you want to continue talking about it, please do so over there. I hate to see Erik's build thread get derailed (again) :). Thanks.

[Erik W. Treves]

So the HEAT is back in the south! ... kinda slowed things down a bit in the garage. But I got done what I had planned.

Heat exchanger lines are now run from the back of the car to the front hat exchangers...I still have to hook up the driver's side, but that won't take but 20 minutes...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20958&d=1377385483

Here is the exit point right before it hits the exchanger.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20959&d=1377385485

so..like what took all day right....

well I decided to hack up the stock wiper assy....

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=20957&d=1377385482

and it works! .. ***disclaimer..this was the one and only time I ran the wiper dry and without it wrapped in a towel.

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e344/TREVESK/th_20130824_151939_zpsbc9e348b.jpg (http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e344/TREVESK/20130824_151939_zpsbc9e348b.mp4)

[Mechie3]

Nice. I was wondering how easy a retrofit would be.

[FFR-ADV]

Very Nice Erik!

Would you please share installation details and measurements for the single wiper installation? This looks great!

Cheers!

[GUNS]

Awesome!

[wallace18]

FFR was working on the wiper install when I picked up my 818 last week. Should be available soon.

[Erik W. Treves]

yeah..i know.... but I am "mr. instant gratification"... and this was FREE....not including the labor... :D

[skullandbones]

Hi Erik,

Will the FFR version be much like yours? That is, are they using the OEM unit? Nice work. Thank you, WEK.

[Erik W. Treves]

Hi Erik,

Will the FFR version be much like yours? That is, are they using the OEM unit? Nice work. Thank you, WEK.

thanks..and I have no idea... my uneducated guess in no, their solution should be better.

[AZPete]

Thanks, Erik, for modifying the OE wiper. I hadn't seen anything about an 818 wiper so I was hoping the OE wiper assembly I received from AJW might be useful. Now I know it's possible and that one blade sweeps the windshield. Thanks!

[gwader]

Very nice!

[Erik W. Treves]

Well happy sad today.....got the axles put together a went for a drive....3rd gear synchro is all done..pops out of third...throw out bearing pulled out of pressure plate and appears to be broken (nasioc.com bought used)... the VF52 turbo takes a LONG time to come into boost!.... anyway other than that....drives nice...still needs an alignment, but everything checks out fine...tranny is under warranty through Subaru and VeryCoolParts.com will hook me up with a new clutch...in the time being, I will throw my stock turbo back in to see if in fact the turbo is the issue...hope so...

here ya go...

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e344/TREVESK/th_20130830_1512171_zpsb57ba0dd.jpg (http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e344/TREVESK/20130830_1512171_zpsb57ba0dd.mp4)

[Mechie3]

To be honest, ive been slightly concerned i will end up in a similar spot of finding out something doesnt quit work after being in a wreck and then sitting for over a year. Fun to finally get a drive though!

[Erik W. Treves]

It all can be fixed!

[metalmaker12]

Very cool Erik, everything will work out

[bbjones121]

What do you consider long time to boost? That vf52 should be pretty good buildup. Search on legacygt.com for the dyno charts of it.

[Erik W. Treves]

5 psi a 3500, 11 psi at 5000 RPM...boost controller set to max boost.

[Mark Dougherty]

well done eric
way to stick with it.

[Frank818]

Nice drive but very long build up on the turbo, yes!

Is your WG dumping to atmosphere?

[Erik W. Treves]

Thanks guys... Well the only other thing I need to check is that all 4 holes are firing... Compression was fine but my coils and connectors are a question mark... So maybe another issue... Sure feels low on power everywhere... Guess we'll see

[fateo66]

5 psi a 3500, 11 psi at 5000 RPM...boost controller set to max boost.

That sounds extremely slow, but then again if you were only loging in first gear that could be right. Expect the values in 3rd gear to drop significantly. Also do you have the boost restrictor pill in the small 2" long boost line coming out of the turbo's compressor housing? Thats often a really easy part to over look.

[Frank818]

Erik, are you dumping your WG to the atmosphere or through the exhaust?

[ehansen007]

Congrats man!

[Erik W. Treves]

Well... Turns out... 2 bad coils! Might explain a few things!

[Erik W. Treves]

Well since I can't do any burn outs on 2 cylinders.... the body work can start...

so in my quest for a nice clean yet functional look.....since the front has hinges....how about the back....

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21130&d=1377991704

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21131&d=1377991705

open please....

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21132&d=1377991706

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21133&d=1377991707

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21134&d=1377991708

have to add the latches tomorrow and makes the gaps perfect!

[metalmaker12]

Very cool man!!!!

[metros]

I like how that works. Pretty cool set up.

[AZPete]

This guy is GOOD!

[Erik W. Treves]

ok...now I reversed the hood pins at the b-pillar and will make an access point inside the car to pull the pins when I what to open the rear hood.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21137&d=1378073470

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21139&d=1378073473

finished up making the rear hood all one piece...ready for primer!

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21138&d=1378073471

[bbjones121]

Oh Erik...where is Erik? I am dying for updates.

[Erik W. Treves]

Car still isn't firing on all 4 holes yet.....sent ECU off for evaluation...I think I may have cooked it in my rush to get things started...

in the mean time....updates....well I bought another pack of this....

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21743&d=1379976364

[Erik W. Treves]

Ok so a "little" more info....

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21744&d=1379980900

some detail work

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21745&d=1379980901

I wet down one of the door panels....looks pretty smooth to me

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21748&d=1379981418

Sanded down to 320

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21746&d=1379980902

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=21747&d=1379980903

[skullandbones]

Like your mod to the rear panels. That will look great when you are showing off the engine bay and very functional too. Great work! WEK.

[metalmaker12]

looks good bro,,, wicked pissa lol,,,,inside joke now, I am about to drive it soon, and I am looking at some body work soon

[Wayne Presley]

Looks great, love your color choice.

[bbjones121]

Sorry to hear about the ECU problems. Hope it gets fixed soon. car looks great though.

[gwader]

Looking good!

[AZPete]

Amazing detail! He even replaced the black duct tape on the windshield with white.

[Erik W. Treves]

ok..Happy days!!!! Running on all 4 and it is quick and sounding right! now I can button up everything and get it to the paint booth....nothing left to add, all mods done... finally!!!

Electromotive quickly diagnosed the issue on my ECU, quick turn around and now we're set...great working with companies that stand behind their stuff...my 3rd car with their ECU and you can bet the next one will also have one in it!!!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qiOSSFtwsE&feature=youtu.be

[Erik W. Treves]

I stabbed the gas a little which is why he was laughing...tires kinda let loose.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-Yrs6vawRU&feature=youtu.be

[Erik W. Treves]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6u9rm7kn298&feature=youtu.be

[AZPete]

Wow, I played that last vid about 20 times!
The guy walking on the sidewalk never stopped or looked. Just a normal day on Erik's block, eh?
Erik, I know you used the donor ABS and I've searched your photos looking for the proportioning valve. Did you use the proportioning valve? I'm trying to figure out if I should with my ABS on the 818. I think not. Thanks.
Pete

[bbjones121]

Nice Erik! Thanks for the videos.

[mspice]

Fantastic job! What time shall I come over for a ride? ;-)

[Erik W. Treves]

Pete. I am running the prop valve on mine.

[David Hodgkins]

The first customer go-cart! (You don't count Wayne ;))

Erik, how close are you to performance testing? Is it aligned? Any other mechanicals at all to do or are you REALLY ready for paint?

:)

[Erik W. Treves]

Dave,

1. the alignment will be done tomorrow...
2. I just re-wrapped the engine harness so that is done.
3. I need to get some NPT caps for the manifold...
4. I need an air filter
5. Need to install the floor under the seats
6. need to install the seats all the way
7. need to install the seat belts
8. Need to get some more gas...went through 5 gallons just driving it around the block....a few times

I will probably get up to 3 done tomorrow and then I will COMPLETELY reinstall all the body panels to ensure the final fit is done since I am sanded down to 320 grit. Should make for some nice pictures...

Now that it is running great I need to run down to Wayne's and get the tune finished as well...need some time to do that....

I have been holding off doing a bunch of stuff since I was having engine issues...with that behind me I am really focused on paint. I'd say a couple of weeks at least...I need to pick up some speakers too...need tunes! With the gov't potentially shutting down next week I may get a lot of stuff done :D

[Frank818]

3 months!!! Not bad! :)
Really deep sound, I like it! Maybe I don't need an H6. :)

Is the engine powerful under 3k? I mean are you missing any torque?


And Erik, are you dumping your WG to atmosphere?
Sorry that I'm asking for the 3rd time. :)

[Erik W. Treves]

Frank... Yes. Don't know.. haven't really got on it... No

[Xusia]

Frank, I saw a video where some guys dyno tested the same engine using different waste gate dump methods and found no difference in power.

[Frank818]

Power no, lag maybe. But I doubt you can actually feel it.
Some say it helps exhaust flow as the WG dumps in its own pipe, reducing pressure in the exhaust pipe, but I dunno.

[Xusia]

I actually saw the video myself. I'd have to say I'm highly doubtful it makes any difference in any way whatsoever (other than the sound)...

[metalmaker12]

I stabbed the gas a little which is why he was laughing...tires kinda let loose.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-Yrs6vawRU&feature=youtu.be

I love you man!! I am pretty close to driving it too

[Erik W. Treves]

Today was a good day for sure :D

[longislandwrx]

Well done.

[Erik W. Treves]

ok...here it is ready for final sand..alignment completed.. .final fit prior to paint seems to be good...a couple of adjustments still need to made but at least it is easier to do now than when it's painted... doors are just sitting on their spacers but fit is fine.

I did a walk around vid and an idle vid as well...kinda tired so this will be all for today...


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyWxmhpjgdc&feature=youtu.be

[Erik W. Treves]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QA9cbgJg904&feature=youtu.be

[metalmaker12]

I will be there in a month or two

[Wayne Presley]

Very Nce!

[Erik W. Treves]

Thanks! I'm hoping to finish up the sanding this week after the gov't shuts down...also going install the speakers and amp... :cool: Have to make an adjustment on the window frame where the hood comes down and then add some ribs to the hood....still a lot of detail work that all adds up to more time... I also want to address my tire rub up front..looks like I will get just a little more out of it but not much...oh well...I will get really good at 3 point turns I guess...lol..thankfully the steering is very light.

[longislandwrx]

That white desh looks sharp! Did you just give it a quick shot of gloss white ?

[Erik W. Treves]

It's actually primer gray...crappy camera... but thanks. This gives me hope that when I color match the dash to the car it will look just as good!

[Frank818]

What's the material on your sw? Suede imitation?

[Erik W. Treves]

not imitation..it is suede

[Aloha818]

Congratulations, looks great! All that sanding is the hardest part, no one usually understands how much time paint prep takes.

[longislandwrx]

It's actually primer gray...crappy camera... but thanks. This gives me hope that when I color match the dash to the car it will look just as good!

Well you fooled me. I was using the car color as a comparison, I thought it was just because of the cloudy day. Looks great.

[gwader]

Awesome dude!

[da King]

Have you mentioned what color? I've gone through the whole thread but I look at the pic's first, read later, old habit.
Nice work.
Finn

[longislandwrx]

BTW did you install the whole shifter box or just the top plate? does it sandwich the aluminum?

[flynntuna]

:cool:I like the choice you made for the exhaust. It reminds me of one of Vman's design.

[Erik W. Treves]

BTW did you install the whole shifter box or just the top plate? does it sandwich the aluminum?

I took the box off. The plate is attached to the frame at the rear, and sandwiched to the frame in the front.

car will be red.

The exhaust placement idea wasn't my idea...I stole it... :)

[Nuul]

Need to get some more gas...went through 5 gallons just driving it around the block....a few times

On that subject, what do you say if you get pulled over? I live down the street from Lucas Oil Raceway so the local cops are fairly used to this kind of thing I'm just wondering how to get out of a ticket.

[Bob_n_Cincy]

On that subject, what do you say if you get pulled over? I live down the street from Lucas Oil Raceway so the local cops are fairly used to this kind of thing I'm just wondering how to get out of a ticket.

Officer sir, I wanted to make sure everything was safe before I let my daughter drive at the track. Wouldn't you do the same.

If that doesn't work. Ask him if he would like to take it for a spin.

[Erik W. Treves]

I figured this would come up....

We have a local cop in the sub-division, so I informed him of my intent...also we checked with every neighbor on the street prior to getting on the street to ensure that the kids were in school or at least inside...my sub-division is a dead-end as well...I had several people cheer me on from their doors as I went down the street cause everybody has been by the house to see the car and they knew I was getting close. It was actually pretty cool. In the end, was I wrong...yes...so I am not looking to get out of anything...Oct 27th is the next SCCA event, so I will trailer there to actually PLAY... assuming I am done sanding!

[Mechie3]

I've taken my f500 down the street. Don't do it often but after a full down to frame rebuild an autocross isn't where you want to find issues. As long as you're going slow and not being a tool bag you're less likely to grab attention. In the end you might have some explaining to do.

[xatudor]

I just paid for a permit online ($28 IIRC) last time I needed to drive my unlicensed ute (XY Ford Falcon), it covers you for injuries to other people but not damage to objects (other cars, buildings etc) my insurance company covers damage to objects as long as I've got the permit. The permit enables you to drive it to get it repaired/ vehicle inspections and testing purposes, and is good for 48 hours. No plates are required unless it should have a set. So far I've used these maybe a dozen times and almost everytime I've passed a cop going the other way and they didn't even stop me, one time I passed them on the state highway as they were doing 5-10 below the limit and still did not get pulled over.

[metalmaker12]

The kit does not have a vin until registered so permit, insurance or anything is inot going to help if you get pulled over, it is impoundment

[Frank818]

The kit does not have a vin until registered so permit, insurance or anything is inot going to help if you get pulled over, it is impoundment

I thought you could have a VIN if you'd pay FFR like 100 bucks or something and they would provide you with a plate, number and everything. Or was that just for the chassis number and not the VIN? I don't know how VINs are actually produced and created.

[jayguy]

VIN's are assigned by your local government (state, province, etc).

[xatudor]

The permit I get is valid even if you don't have a VIN, you just have to supply an engine number. Different places different rules, no licence or inspection without an engineers report on stuff like beam and torsion testing and design rule requirements and exemptions.

[Xusia]

^You must live in Australia!

[metalmaker12]

In the USA the state issues the Vin. They get to that point from your FFR certificate of origin, kit and donor purchase taxes, proof of insurance and safety inspection. Once they do all that and have a Vin than they give you plates and a registration.

Btw this is Erik's thread not a Vin thread, "don't thread on me"

[Erik W. Treves]

Got a ton done today...everything is fit and mostly sanded to 600...I get to take it complete apart...finally....managed to add some parts a well...the ebay bypass valve was a POS and did not function correctly...so in with the replacement

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22301&d=1381011438

Hinges all work and verified ... made a catch on the back that will hold the rear hatch up with or without spoiler.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22296&d=1381011377

Verified wiper still clears hood...added the 1 x 1 tower to hold the hood straight as not to touch the arm

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22297&d=1381011378

test fit the spoiler..it is just hanging on...it was still tacky, but I had to see it on there.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22298&d=1381011379

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22299&d=1381011380

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22300&d=1381011380

[RM1SepEx]

Erik, front view? Tell us about that spoiler...

[Erik W. Treves]

here ya go..

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22303&d=1381013367

the spoiler...well it deflect air....lol.... what do you want to know about it?? This is one of the first ones...Wayne got the first one ..pretty sure... the finish on this one wasn't as good as body panels...I actually think they sad they pulled it off of one of their cars ....but I wanted it NOW and I am going to paint it any way and hell....why not add something else to my plate that needs SANDING!

[Samiam1017]

Erik. What kind of support does the rear of the hood have without your tower? I'm sure there's no support built into the fiberglass hood, so its gonna flex a ton when your at highway speed?

[Erik W. Treves]

It doesn't have any support.

[RM1SepEx]

very nice Erik. I love the tilting, hinged hood and your rear "trunk" treatment. I'm surprised you didn't open up the front/side vents to feed your small radiators for the air/water IC.

I want to hinge my hood too and will look at adding some sort of reinforcing ribs underneath.

So that's the shape of the CF spoiler that I already paid for... :-)

Thanks for the update and the inputs re my suspension.

[Erik W. Treves]

My rear spoiler isn't CF.. the heat exchangers are actually angled and I would say they fill better than 80% of the hole...I also will add some aluminum filler strips in there so the air will have no excuse but to go through the hole... thanks for all the great feedback...I am so done with doing body work!!!

[VD2021]

Erik,

Question. Are there closeout panels for the wheel wells?

[metalmaker12]

Yea there is

[Erik W. Treves]

yes...but they are some of the last pieces to go in

[da King]

That spoiler looks nice, really finish's off the back of the car. Does your wiper clear enough of the window on the DS to be effective if you get caught in the rain? Is it a Subaru wiper?
Has anyone checked their state laws concerning a third tail light, I'm kinda overloaded with 818 info lately but I think I read someplace that when the Kit is registered in Canada its done as a new vehicle so it would need the third light, spoiler looks like the place for it

Finn

[Xusia]

Not sure about Canada, but in the US the 3rd brake light is a requirement for automobile manufacturers. It is not required to be legal to drive on the road. This means it isn't required to legally register a vehicle.

[MK4]

Same for my roadster registered in "la belle province" Quebec!!! No need for the third brake light since it is registered has a an artisanal vehicule ( build by hand) so the law are differente for exemple no need of air bags or 3 point seat belts.

Mk4

[wallace18]

Great job Erik! I bet you can't wait to complete it and enjoy it on the road.

[Frank818]

the ebay bypass valve was a POS and did not function correctly...so in with the replacement

Just get the Synpase Synchronic BOV, it's absolutely awesome and extremely quick to respond (12msec).
Very reliable too.



test fit the spoiler..it is just hanging on...it was still tacky, but I had to see it on there.

It's fixed on the trunk lid panel and not the frame, right?

[Frank818]

Same for my roadster registered in "la belle province" Quebec!!! No need for the third brake light since it is registered has a an artisanal vehicule ( build by hand) so the law are differente for exemple no need of air bags or 3 point seat belts.

Hey tnx for the tips. :) I plan on calling TC and SAAQ to get all these rules, their documentation is unclear, or I don't have it all.
As for the 3rd brake light, I would still do it, cuz it's easier for the others behind (everyone, cuz no one will be in front of you :)) to see you are braking. Anything to avoid being rear ended I'll do it!

[K3LAG]

Not sure about Canada, but in the US the 3rd brake light is a requirement for automobile manufacturers. It is not required to be legal to drive on the road. This means it isn't required to legally register a vehicle.

That apparently is state dependent. Maryland State Police tell me I will need one. I also must have rear side marker lights.

Larry

[wleehendrick]

Hinges all work and verified ... made a catch on the back that will hold the rear hatch up with or without spoiler.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22296&d=1381011377


Wow! What are you a planning... an 818 transformer?

22360

[gwader]

Yes! Paint ETA?

[DennisL]

Erik I saw on previous posts you have installed ABS. I will receive my 818 in the next few weeks and would also like to plumb for ABS.
Did you have any major problems with ABS. Is ABS worth the extra work over the non-ABS with proportioning valve?
Thanks

[VD2021]

Yea there is


yes...but they are some of the last pieces to go in

Thanks Gents. They definitely finishing the exterior's look.

[Erik W. Treves]

dennis I am running both a prop valve and ABS...actually wiring it up today.

[Erik W. Treves]

As I am waiting to go to the paint booth, I decided to continue on some of the final details....

wired up the windshield washer

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22513&d=1381694044

ABS motor wired up and ready to apply power to see if it all works

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22512&d=1381694043

Jamming tunes

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22511&d=1381694042

tons of room

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22510&d=1381694041

looks pretty nice

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22509&d=1381694041

[Wayne Presley]

Looks great Erik, I can't wait to see yours painted.

[Mechie3]

Those speakers fit well there.

[Xusia]

I'm not sure how I feel about the location. They certainly do fit well, and that location has some wiring advantages. I guess I'm trying to come to an opinion on if it would any serious effects on imaging (assuming separate tweeters located higher). Not sure yet...

Eric, thanks for doing some leg work on this! IF you care about the sound, you might consider adding a basket to help isolate the sound thereby preserving the quality.

[wleehendrick]

I'm not sure how I feel about the location. They certainly do fit well, and that location has some wiring advantages. I guess I'm trying to come to an opinion on if it would any serious effects on imaging (assuming separate tweeters located higher). Not sure yet...


Assuming those are woofers from a component system, with tweeters mounted higher and a proper high order cross-over, it should/could sound great. There are lots of great systems with the woofers mounted low in kick panels like that. I'm glad to see that 6.5 inchers will fit there, it may be what I do, rather than in the door panel. Any car audio system is a compromise... given the limitations of the 818 interior, that location just might be the best we can do..

[Erik W. Treves]

the speakers are 3 way...so that is all there is going to be. The side body panels will help close off the back of speaker...sound quality is good enough... between the motor being right behind my head, loud exhaust and the nature of an open top car, I am not too worried about spending a lot of time on the stereo... I have 5 3/4 inch speakers in the cobra running off an amp hooked to my phone and it's good enough........the cool thing is my head is Bluetooth, so it links to my phone and even has a mic for hands free communication..

[Wayne Presley]

I'm not sure how I feel about the location. They certainly do fit well, and that location has some wiring advantages. I guess I'm trying to come to an opinion on if it would any serious effects on imaging (assuming separate tweeters located higher). Not sure yet...

Eric, thanks for doing some leg work on this! IF you care about the sound, you might consider adding a basket to help isolate the sound thereby preserving the quality.

I had a car stereo/home theater business for 15 years and an open car with the turbo inlet less than 18" from the passengers head, worrying about imaging in the 818 is a moot point once you turn the engine on.

[ehansen007]

I had a car stereo/home theater business for 15 years and an open car with the turbo inlet less than 18" from the passengers head, worrying about imaging in the 818 is a moot point once you turn the engine on.

Absolutely. Good point Wayne. However if you're going to try to listen while driving (it's going to take some watts for sure), or, just like playing your stereo at car events, making a basket is a great option. An easy way to do it is to use dynamat and form a circle over a small bucket and then make a series of cuts along the edges and flare them out and stick them to the sheet metal. Takes like 20 minutes!

[wleehendrick]

I had a car stereo/home theater business for 15 years and an open car with the turbo inlet less than 18" from the passengers head, worrying about imaging in the 818 is a moot point once you turn the engine on.

Good point, and that was discussed on the Audio System Thread. I think Xusia would say all you need is... MOAR POWER!

Seeing the fit of the 6.5" makes me want to go with the same location, although I'll use a 2-way component with the tweeters in the door panel.

Thanks for sharing the pic, Eric; it helps me plan.

[Silvertop]

Good point, and that was discussed on the Audio System Thread. I think Xusia would say all you need is... MOAR POWER!

Seeing the fit of the 6.5" makes me want to go with the same location, although I'll use a 2-way component with the tweeters in the door panel.

Thanks for sharing the pic, Eric; it helps me plan.

That will probably be my plan, too!

[Frank818]

Erik, is there any clearance between the horizontal top rear crossbars and the fiberglass panel that goes over it?
If yes, about how much?

[Erik W. Treves]

I don't know what you are referring to

[metalmaker12]

I don't know what you are referring to

I don't either, the humps on the back panel?

[Frank818]

Ok, these 2 bars with the red arrow (tnx to Wallace for his pic).

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I believe there is a fiberglass panel that covers them?
What I am trying to figure out is the distance between the top of the bars and the inner side of the panel covering the bars. EDIT The panel above the bars is the 2 humps panel.

For example, if you were to fit these bars higher or shape them in an arc shape, how high could you go before it hits the fiberglass panel?

[Erik W. Treves]

So..... took off early from work to head down to the "house of power" and get some Very Cool Parts injection into the Flash.... translation....

DYNO TIME


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_aAgpkVT4M&feature=youtu.be

a side from a small water leak on the top of the motor somewhere....less than 2 hours from the point that I got out of the truck....

278 HP and 265 TQ @ 16 psi ...air charge temp never got above 80* F...looks like the heat exchangers are working well

The thing sounds awesome at 7000 RPM

[C.Plavan]

Very nice. Well done.

[Wayne Presley]

Here is the dyno sheet

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc175/vcpinjectionpb/treves818_zps576326bc.png (http://s213.photobucket.com/user/vcpinjectionpb/media/treves818_zps576326bc.png.html)

[apexanimal]

Stock turbo correct?

[Erik W. Treves]

Not stock for the 2.0... It came off of a 2.5

[JeromeS13]

IHI VF52 from the 09+ WRX.

[07FIREBLADE]

Erik I can't recall what are your motor specs. Is it a stock but cleaned up 2l or refreshed.

[Frank818]

Erik, plz disregard my question in post #641.

[Erik W. Treves]

58,000 mile short block. New heads

[07FIREBLADE]

Ej205 or ej207??

[metalmaker12]

It's an ej205

Nice work Erik, I was the jerk calling while your car was getting rolled. Those are great numbers for the boost amount, congrats. "Hi this is 818 central" lol

[Erik W. Treves]

So been kinda quiet lately as I was getting ready for paint...actually trying to get my head wrapped around doing it.... I just never seem to think I am done sanding...to hell with it...

bought all the paint and items and rented out the paint booth on post...loaded up this morning

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22861&d=1382749753

SHot the "sealer"

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22856&d=1382749728

Then the color...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22862&d=1382750814

here it is right after the clear went down

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22858&d=1382749730

not too bad...this is still while it's wet

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22857&d=1382749729

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22859&d=1382749731

and 818 panels set to BAKE for 140* for 40 minutes ...."BING" your panels are done!

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22860&d=1382749732

will need a "little" sanding here and there...but not bad at all I think...

I have to shoot the trunk and hood and rear bumper tomorrow morning...

I sprayed the dash as well....but after seeing it with color on it....it briefed better than it looks.. so I will wrap it with some of Wayne's "top secret" dash treatment...lol

[tony chiles]

Excellent!!!!!!

[VD2021]

I've not been stationed anywhere that had a paint booth. Great job.

[Erik W. Treves]

It is a pain in the butt to use the booth... You have to get msds ' for everything and then they weigh everything before and after... Just a lot of drama... But it is a pretty nice booth

[Wayne Presley]

Looks great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Canadian818]

Nice color!

[wallace18]

Nice work! You are a gifted young man. Sanding and paint are 2 things I leave to the pro's.

[blueoval_bowtie_guy]

I hope that when I can finally build my 818 that it comes out at least half as nice as what yours is!

[Erik W. Treves]

So day two...me and the clear gun had an argument and I ran the crap out of the rear bumper...guess I will be sanding that down....

anyway..I had the last laugh..cause the rear deck lid cam out AWESOME... I thnk it was just too cold in the booth this morning and I didn't get it up to a good temp...

here is a close up of the rear deck lid...you know it's good when the camera had a hard time focusing..

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22872&d=1382824623

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22871&d=1382824622

couldn't wait...here are the panels from yesterday...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22873&d=1382824623

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22874&d=1382824624

[David Hodgkins]

Gorgeous!!

[MK4]

Looks great!!! Cant wait to see it completed!!!

[Aloha818]

That's a really cool color, great job! Will really make your 818 stand out every where you go!

[NicksPapaw]

Holy Shinoly!!!! That thing is Beautiful. Great work Erik. You have many skills.

[Rockraven]

Looks great. I find it a huge visual difference with the rear side intakes cut out. Wayne didn't do his (to each their own) but IMO it makes the car look so much better.

[VD2021]

Wow! That's coming together nicely. The paint looked great while viewing only the panels, but MAN, it already looks outstanding. Great color and wheel combination, Erik.

[Erik W. Treves]

thanks guys...I thought I was going to have some really cool pics today but I have to re-shoot the rear bumper...big bummer

[FFR-ADV]

Striking Car! Can't wait to see it all together.

[Wayne Presley]

thanks guys...I thought I was going to have some really cool pics today but I have to re-shoot the rear bumper...big bummer


"Splash. Lake, big lake".

[blueoval_bowtie_guy]

Love those wheels too!

[gwader]

Dang!!! Less than 5 months to color. Impressive. Nice color tone.

[Erik W. Treves]

Dang!!! Less than 5 months to color. Impressive. Nice color tone.

yeah...we don't mess around here!

as I get ready to get the front locked down, I added the windshield frame tonight

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22976&d=1383004942

a little showing off here... but this is taken in the failing light at about 6pm tonight...I touched it with the buffer...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22975&d=1383004941

here is the back before I decided to re-shoot it

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22974&d=1383004940

a couple of the fender on Sunday coming back from the paint booth.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22973&d=1383004939

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22972&d=1383004937

heading back to the booth on Wed...hopefully round 2 will be better!

[flynntuna]

wow, he builds cars and landscapes too:D

[Erik W. Treves]

put some more parts on the car tonight....oh yes!!! oh yes!!!! THe color is definitely different in the garage...off to reshoot the rear bumper tomorrow....in-laws are in town so I am not sure how much assy I will get done this weekend, but hope to have all the panels at least placed by this weekend! provided I don't screw up the bumper again...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22995&d=1383091776

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=22996&d=1383091777

[MK4]

Looking real good Erik! You have done a lot of work ( and quality work also) in a very short smount of time, very impressive! Keep up the freat work and this very cool thread. Cannot wait to see it 100% comp,eted.


Mm4

[metalmaker12]

Looking good

[bbjones121]

Looks awesome. I love how you can see the water coolers through those vents in the front. It shows that they are actually functional.

[Erik W. Treves]

Got a chance to re-shoot the back yesterday...picked it up this afternoon...ran home and threw it all together...could not wait to at least see all the panels on at the same time...I have some touch up sanding to do, but nothing major... It was dark and raining when I got done so hopefully some pics in the sun on Saturday! until then these will have to do...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23045&d=1383263950

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23044&d=1383263949

[Frank818]

Is it a special color, isn't it? :)

[Erik W. Treves]

no..nothing special...just really expensive ;)

[Erik W. Treves]

Got the doors and front hood hooked back up. Added some grills...aligned the windshield so it should still work with the wiper, and got the mirrors painted and installed, Added the front splitter, still waiting on the my rivetnuts to install it for good....I still have to take the fenders back off to install the nose locating bolts....had a little issue with the paint on the front hood caused me to do some custom repairs.. came out ok...One of those nobody will see it but me...lol...

anyway..it was a cool day out but there was some sun...I know this probably showing off a bit...kinda felt weird about posting this, but been working so hard on the paint I couldn't pass up the opportunity to see all my hard work in the fall sun...past (I didn't paint the cobra) and present.... great day really...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23089&d=1383432349
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23090&d=1383432351
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23091&d=1383432352
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23092&d=1383432353
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23093&d=1383432354

[Erik W. Treves]

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23094&d=1383432355
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23095&d=1383432356
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23096&d=1383432357
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23097&d=1383432358

[RM1SepEx]

Looks awesome Erik, great job!!!!! What did you do for ducting for the dual intercooler radiators? I would love to go to dual radiators on the sides like that and get rid of the big one in the center!

[Erik W. Treves]

Just did aluminum around it and will rtv any gaps prior to installing the splitter .. Haven't really officially addressed that part yet

[jkrueger]

It is a beautiful car Erik. You did a great job!

[Erik W. Treves]

Thanks man.

[MK4]

Real nice Erik widh I could see it live one day...maybe? You do great work man, its a real inspiration

Mk4

[Xusia]

What is rtv?

[Erik W. Treves]

Military for silicone... Lol..
Sorry

RTV Silicone*(Room*Temperature*Vulcanizingsilicone)*

[Wayne Presley]

Man that windshield is clean

[FFR-ADV]

WOW that is great Erik!!!

At least you are using RTV, not Polysulfide... LOL

Thank you for posting these pictures.

How do you like the NRG Seats vs the Kirkey Seats in the Green Lantern? I am personally leaning toward the Kirkey seats in my 818 with the new big/tall gas tank FFR is developing right now. My tear down is not complete but my 818S has been home for a month.

Any jealousy brewing in the paddock?

Cheers!

[longislandwrx]

looks awesome, steering wheel is a great fit, how big were your spacers to drop the column?

[lbperry]

Looks great, Erik. You did another top flight job. Came over to the CBI show today and then on to HSV Harbor Freight. Wish I had known you were out sunning it, I'd have tried to make it by to see it.
Great work and Good Luck,
Lawrence

[Erik W. Treves]

spent hours cleaning the windshield...lol...it's like a slap in the face though when I turn on the wiper....:)

NOt sure I am going to keep these seats...they fit fine and are pretty comfortable, but the seat belt pass-throughs are too high...I guess if use the 3-point belts then I will keep them...I like the Kirkey in the Green Lantern, but getting in and out is "fun"...With the seat heater in the Kirkey, the seat is also very comfy. For the price of the Kirkey, if I was buying new, I would either go with a set of Sparcos or Momos from Wayne.

For the steering wheel - I used the stock spacers as called out in the manual...no mod for me here. I just run the wheel adjusted all the way down. Fit is good and the I can see the instruments clearly.

[wleehendrick]

I know this probably showing off a bit...kinda felt weird about posting this, but been working so hard on the paint I couldn't pass up the opportunity to see all my hard work in the fall sun...past (I didn't paint the cobra) and present.... great day really...


Looks great, a very unique red... nothing wrong with showing it off!


Added the front splitter, still waiting on the my rivetnuts to install it for good
Erik, can you comment on the ground clearance of the street splitter at normal ride height? I notice that your driveway has a bit of a dip (similar to mine) Any issues with scraping? Do you think it's pratical as long as you're careful (taking speed bumps and dips slow and at an angle) I also have the street splitter and I'd hate to have to pull out ramps every time I want to get in and out of my driveway!

[Erik W. Treves]

I haven't pulled it out of the driveway with the front splitter yet. I had the same concerns. Without the splitter I didn't scrape on the nose in or out the driveway. I DID however scrape the body right behind the front wheels going up my driveway. . I had not set ride height yet at that point so I will be looking at that hard once I get the car back out.

[bueller]

Erik, nice build thread. I'm sure you don't remember me but I have met you a few times here at Lowe. Been here since '97. Always loved your Cobra. I have always wanted to build one but the 818 is the direction I'm heading in now. Need to go out and meet Wayne and see how his 818 looks. Wouldn't mind seeing yours the next time you are down this way with it. BTW, Keith Eller and are are friends and worked together at AFS until I quit a few weeks to go teach M Model MTPC for S3. When do you think you might be down this way to East L.A. with the car?

[wleehendrick]

I haven't pulled it out of the driveway with the front splitter yet. I had the same concerns. Without the splitter I didn't scrape on the nose in or out the driveway. I DID however scrape the body right behind the front wheels going up my driveway. . I had not set ride height yet at that point so I will be looking at that hard once I get the car back out.

Thanks for the info; good to know it seems OK without the splitter. The street version doesn't appear to come out nearly as far as the race, so it shouldn't decrease the approach angle too much.

[Wayne Presley]

I have the race splitter on mine and it sticks out about 2.5".

[fitn in]

Erik, is the front at street ride height? I know it is adjustable, but it sure looks low and tucked-especially compared to the Cobra.

[Erik W. Treves]

Yes.. I am at ride height of 5 inches front and back.. I have not rechecked it since the dyno though

[Frank818]

Is it me or the downward hill of your driveway or is it the suspension that has a bigger gap (tire vs fender) in the rear vs front?

[Erik W. Treves]

3 things that are messing with you... First is that my tire selection is 1 inch more diameter than stock so I had to run 5inch ride height so the suspension geometry is still right. The second is the rear fender well is not in so you can see daylight in there making it look like the gap is huge. Also my drive way not only slopes down but away from you so there maybe some lean in the car. The rear was right at 5inchs maybe 5 1/4 as I expect the rear springs to settle some...I will also re-adjust when I corner weigh the car...nothing on the ride height is looked in yet since I still have the interior to put in and scale the car...I also haven't tried to get it out of the driveway yet, so a little high for me is good...i'd measure it again but it's on the stands so I can finish all those LITTLE things that seem like it will take a month to finish!

then again it could just be you :p:p

[Frank818]

Nah it's not me, I prefer your first response. lolll

But it makes sense, yes.

[Erik W. Treves]

I'll check it again after SEMA and after I get it back down on the ground...I will make sure I do a better job of documenting this part.

FYI, I had to buy HIGH BEAM bulbs and all the connectors as well as the front turn light bulbs and sockets...the 02's don't have the right configuration for the Camry Head Lights. The local parts stores carry everything you need except the turn light sockets...I think the 06-07's are OK, but for the bug eye crowd, might start looking...I was going to install all my lights today...but no luck...no biggie though...just one of those things. I have to order some of that "top secret" carbon fiber dash treatment...now if I only knew where to find it.....hmmm....

[Frank818]

I have to order some of that "top secret" carbon fiber dash treatment...now if I only knew where to find it.....hmmm....

I bet a 15sec search will be enough to find it. :)

[Jeff Kleiner]

Not showing off at all Erik; you have done an outstanding job (of course that doesn't surprise me a bit ;)). I don't know why but with my production slot quickly approaching I've kind of lost my enthusiasm for the 818. Seeing your result is helping rev that up again.

Cheers,
Jeff

[Erik W. Treves]

Your welcome Jeff ;) Yeah, when you build as often as we do, the getting started ALL OVER AGAIN, can kinda start to itch at you, but for me as soon as the brown boxes show up...it's ON all over again....as a matter of fact I will probably sell this one to do exactly that!!! Now I just have to get back from SEMA and get this one done....I have to look at the completed cars and see how they did some of the detail stuff...

[metalmaker12]

Your welcome Jeff ;) Yeah, when you build as often as we do, the getting started ALL OVER AGAIN, can kinda start to itch at you, but for me as soon as the brown boxes show up...it's ON all over again....as a matter of fact I will probably sell this one to do exactly that!!! Now I just have to get back from SEMA and get this one done....I have to look at the completed cars and see how they did some of the detail stuff...

I love brown boxes showing up, it is my motivator also. Hey Erik what bulb adapter did you end up getting, I am going to parts store Lata

[Erik W. Treves]

just ask for 06 Camry Head light socket x4 (DORMAN 85812) ..I got the turn light sockets from toyota

[Frank818]

I am not sure I understand the incompatibility between the 02 WRX and 06 Camry headlight configuration...

Wires? Connectors? Wattage? More bulbs to control in one car than the other?

[Erik W. Treves]

the bulbs don't fit into the head lights and the connectors don't connect into the bulbs that go with the Camry head lights....

[Frank818]

Oh they don't come with the headlight, ok sorry about that. The plan is to use the donor's parts. Not on the disassembly manual or I didn't see it, my bad.

Then I will need to buy all that too!

[Xusia]

So if I understand correctly, the Camry headlights don't actually come with lights and the lights from the bugeye years don't work. If I got that right, has anyone asked FFR about this? This sounds like something they are probably addressing...

[Erik W. Treves]

My kit only came with low beam bulbs, and the bug eye connection did not appear to fit the camry headlight. I have not spoke with ffr about this as I just found out before heading out the door to SEMA.

[waruaki]

I mentioned this to Joe as I too have a 2002 and he stated that the current kits leaving the factory have all the necessary components included to wire the headlights and turn signals.

[Xusia]

Are any of the bulbs from the donor used?

[Erik W. Treves]

None from the 02 as far as I can tell.

[Erik W. Treves]

Back from SEMA...First time to Las Vegas and SEMA...Wayne was kind enough to show me around..what a blast!! SEMA was an overload for me...too much to see..

The Factory Five Folks were sooooo great to hang out with...Dave has the absolute right group of people working with him!!!! I felt sad that I had to go back to my job :)

anyway...took two days to get back so yesterday was a slow day...today though... started to make some more progress buttoning this thing up... all the lights works with the exception of the backup and turn lights in the back...cross wired those babies and let all the smoke out of them...oh well

readjusted the driver's door so it closes smooth... Wayne's doors shut like OE..so I knew it could be done!

After that move to the back... finished the exhaust outlet
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23297&d=1384211525
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23296&d=1384211523

cut and buffed the rear deck...looks pretty good

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23301&d=1384212382

Started to install the rear spoiler...not sure I like it red...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23299&d=1384211526

So ... quick mix of some black base...

I think this is going to be how it stays...we'll see.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23300&d=1384211527

[Mechie3]

I like the black better myself.

[JeromeS13]

+1 for black.

It was nice meeting you at SEMA, Erik!

[bstuke]

It looks nice black, gives the black mesh a purpose...

[wleehendrick]

I'll probably wrap my spoiler in (faux) carbon fiber. Since the splitter, side skirts and diffuser are all (real) c.f. I want to keep the look of all the aero parts consistent. I agree, the body color doesn't work as well.

[Wayne Presley]

I like the black, maybe arc red to match body curve on the back of the body.

[gwader]

Black on the tail is a nice blend with the front.

[Erik W. Treves]

well, I have decided to wave off the rear spoiler and address the rest of the car..will come back to it near at the end...will have to put one of my special touches on it :D

[bbjones121]

love the exhaust location. I think I am going to set mine up similar but with another on the opposite side. Do you think there is any room to "Y" off your exhaust location and supply another exhaust on the opposite side of the transmission? The reason I ask is because I am thinking that I will have a dual setup, but only one will function at a time. The left side would be muffled and the right side would not be. In the "Y" section I would manufacturer a solenoid actuated flapper. I leave way to early in my neighborhood and would really piss some people off with the nice exhaust, so I want an option to flip a switch and run muffled when needed.

[Mechie3]

The shift linkage gets really close. It could probably be done if you're creative.

[Erik W. Treves]

I think you could do a dual outlet setup...you would have to run the pipe over the tranny though...there simply isn't enough room behind the tranny. Anything is possible with the proper skills and vision...I actually was thinking about running over there for the wastegate dump.

[papajon1000]

Awesome work Erik. I absolutely love the color.


love the exhaust location. I think I am going to set mine up similar but with another on the opposite side. Do you think there is any room to "Y" off your exhaust location and supply another exhaust on the opposite side of the transmission? The reason I ask is because I am thinking that I will have a dual setup, but only one will function at a time. The left side would be muffled and the right side would not be. In the "Y" section I would manufacturer a solenoid actuated flapper. I leave way to early in my neighborhood and would really piss some people off with the nice exhaust, so I want an option to flip a switch and run muffled when needed.

I am planning to do the same. I will be using a, http://www.dmhperformance.com/ exhaust cutout to control the flow through the straight pipe.

[Erik W. Treves]

So I moved on to finishing up..the lights are all done...well mostly... so I let the smoke out of the LED backup/turn bulbs...so I had to order 2 more from Summit... got those in and now one of the connectors provided has two of the pins missing...lol...course I have to find this out one part at a time....typical for me...too funny..good news is that they do all work now.... So lessoned learned for me is that the LED's don't tolerated being hooked up backwards... so I added this for future reference...or simply just hook the center pin to ground FIRST and then trial and error for amber and white....but for those like me who like pictures....

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23354&d=1384392742

[metalmaker12]

Well they don't like getting ground mixed up, and to switch colors you just rotate. One of my LEDs is only working in Amber

[Erik W. Treves]

Well we have lights in all four corners... made a plug to fit for the one I was missing...all done!.... moving forward.... I WIN!

[metalmaker12]

Lol

[wleehendrick]

so I let the smoke out of the LED backup/turn bulbs...so I had to order 2 more from Summit...

The smoke must have been from boiling off all the blinker fluid. Instead of buying new bulbs, you could have just added good synthetic fluid (http://kalecoauto.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=22); it doesn't boil away like the cheap stuff.

http://kalecoauto.com/images/BlinkFluid.jpg

[tony chiles]

here's a solution from the british guys
http://www3.telus.net/bc_triumph_registry/smoke.htm

[FFR-ADV]

NOt sure I am going to keep these seats...they fit fine and are pretty comfortable, but the seat belt pass-throughs are too high...I guess if use the 3-point belts then I will keep them...I like the Kirkey in the Green Lantern, but getting in and out is "fun"...With the seat heater in the Kirkey, the seat is also very comfy. For the price of the Kirkey, if I was buying new, I would either go with a set of Sparcos or Momos from Wayne.


Hi Erik,

What seat heaters did you use in your Kirkey seats? Could be a season extender up here in the cold North. The Sparcos and Momos are interesting but right now I am leaning toward the Kirkeys along with the FFR big/tall gas tank for support and maximum leg room. Thanks for all the great insight!

[Erik W. Treves]

I bought the CobraHeat seat heaters I believe, pulled the Kirkey seat pad apart and inserted the heater (back and seat bottom) and then put it back together.

[FFR-ADV]

Thanks Erik!

Did you photograph your build and/or were there install notes from the FFR roadster community? Have these seat heaters worked out well?

Cheers!

[Erik W. Treves]

There is a whole build thread including a video on the other forum, but the Kirkey seat was installed after. It really wasn't that hard. The heater install was very basic and came with instructions. As far as getting the heater mat into the cover, this too wasn't too bad. Some people actually just tape it to the aluminum and put the cover over the mat...done...I will tell you that Kirkey has redesigned their covers and it appears they are more robust and a lot better looking...still I think you could still sneak those mats into the cover. Very doable either way!

[AZPete]

ADV, I have a pdf of installing seat heaters in Kirkeys for my roadster. PM me with your email and I'll send it to you.
Pete

[FFR-ADV]

Thank you Erik and Pete for this kind help!

PM sent

[RM1SepEx]

Eric, as a kit newbie I'm wondering how more experienced builders do their interiors. I've fatmatted every surface and plan on covering with simple vinyl and carpet on the floor. I'm thinking between velcro where you need it removable and 3M spray adhesive where you don't it isn't very complicated. How much sound deadening do you usually use?

[Erik W. Treves]

Dan, I buy a premium carpet from Wayne and glue it in place...I don't use any type of sound deadening...adds too much weight and with the noise of the wind and engine I can't tell the difference....also in an open top car, WHEN you get stuck in the rain, the less stuff under the carpet the better IMO. It will dry out quicker. In my first car (cobra) , I put a sound deadener in it and 8 years later when I redid the interior and pulled up the carpet....the mold almost made me sick....yuk!

[Frank818]

I don't use any type of sound deadening...adds too much weight and with the noise of the wind and engine I can't tell the difference....also in an open top car, WHEN you get stuck in the rain, the less stuff under the carpet the better IMO. It will dry out quicker. In my first car (cobra) , I put a sound deadener in it and 8 years later when I redid the interior and pulled up the carpet....the mold almost made me sick....yuk!

I was aware of the weight, which didn't bother me, but I wasn't aware of the other points, which give a different perspective. Now I think I'll only put deadening in the doors and between firewall and tank, provided there would be enough space between the alu sheets and tank.

tnx for that, Erik.

[Erik W. Treves]

Well, pretty low energy day today...really feel like sitting on the sofa and drink some beer and watch TV...so.....I AM....

Anyway, did manage to get up early enough to finish the rear end of the car...

Diffuser installed

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23426&d=1384638577

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23424&d=1384638510

I still have to cut and buff the paint so the reflections are not great...

wheel well on both sides are in place and wheels are installed....hopefully for the last time...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=23425&d=1384638576

[RM1SepEx]

Erik, you spray those with undercoating to dampen the rocks etc...

[Erik W. Treves]

dan, just sprayed them with black epoxy

[metalmaker12]

Looking good, I am thinking the wheel wells barely fit, cause I have like zero clearance when I tried mocking them up with my 255's