Roman's Build #936

[Motor_Freak]

Hi guys, my name is Roman. Lurking and researching both forums for years. I placed my order on June 23, 2016 and kit was delivered on Aug 13. Finally I can start my build! Big thanks to Evan (esff32), Erik (ehansen007), Keith (progmgr1) and all others who answered all my questions.

Specs:
347 stroker
T5 world class
8.8" 4 link rear end
Boyd tank
Dan Ruth Shocks & Springs kit (QA1)
Wilwood Brakes
Toyo Proxes R888 (18 front, 19 rear)
XXR 530 wheels

Jim from Stewart Transport was very helpful and professional.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/8E5223DB-FD8B-432B-A2C4-A48822930C97_zpsb7d646bt.jpg

I expected more boxes..
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/801ED300-D418-4F72-AAFF-30F1478B7B25_zpsjmrdgvr7.jpg

Next two days was inventory process. Most important parts are here, so I can start putting things together. Preparing parts for powder coat.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/37F4DE67-CE4F-4010-90B0-7A1D53EE8764_zpsanwl462m.jpg

Clutch Quadrant before..
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/BA1AF799-FB33-4B85-85BC-65071A64D524_zps90j7kxto.jpg

..and after.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/03B14423-C57F-4DA7-A756-11CC1754B412_zpshosqjh7j.jpg

Pedal box installed.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/F1B591FE-869D-4007-AA91-3DD6B35F6489_zpsf6qzxtfl.jpg

Sorting parts from PC.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/548937C9-7645-4ECF-B3B3-573CA048CA20_zpslmw1c9cg.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Start working on fire wall.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/5A88753C-66E6-4131-9E3C-C62424E9C7CA_zpsivhswk8x.jpg

Front suspension partially installed. Lower arms on back order :wacko:
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/A92A3C6A-0C12-4A43-A368-7EC5B0969474_zpsqcvn89gs.jpg

[wallace18]

Looking good. You may want to fit the clutch cable to the pedal assembly now. Check to see if you have to clearance the pedal box area some. I had to on my last 3 builds with the new style quadrant unit. Just push the pedal all the way down with the cable in place to check for clearance.

[erlihemi]

Looks like you are off to a great start Roman!

[Motor_Freak]

Thank you guys!
wallace18, I think you talking about this clearance?

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/679485EF-2BA1-4272-BE09-2F01F9029C4A_zpsrytt97ta.jpg

Maybe some can share picture of this part of cable setup, not much info in the book..

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/B5DE4C28-C9F9-4B51-91D5-FD0F60A06C0A_zpskut6rxhy.jpg

[ehansen007]

Might want to lube that cable up with some teflon or similar. I know mine squeaked for awhile before I did once the heat gets to it and drys it up a bit. Also, if you're going to go kart it for an extended period of time, a firewall brace for the upper left corner isn't a bad idea if you can fab one up. The body eventually holds the firewall in place but there is still some flex even with the body on. The xxr's are going to look sweet! Take special note to where they tell you mount the brake resevoirs. Not sure if they've changed the manual but the first revisions had people mounting the res way too high. You've only got a 1/4" or so above the firewall itself before it hits the body.

[Motor_Freak]

Thanks for all tips Erik.

[Motor_Freak]

I have only couple of hours a day to spend in garage, here is last week progress.

Firewall fitted, marked and drilled.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/7772B601-50F1-4869-8A49-60EAFD912FD1_zpsktojcrns.jpg

I like the way 10/32 button socket screws looks like.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/971859E2-9BC8-4140-A5CB-70FDD7238884_zpsc2wflvre.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/7A3AC372-DBAA-4234-8743-89D2529D63BB_zpsj9wcsphu.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/D1ABC3FF-A750-40DB-84B9-2B8C1AB7DB9D_zpsni76z3q9.jpg

Ready for clutch cable hole.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/172AD079-A7B3-4965-9F6F-39521A3B058C_zpsehzi7xtf.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/F64BBF53-EE35-48F2-BF62-289930A09C9C_zpslvufeev0.jpg

I need some HELP with clutch cable spacer. Not much info in the book. Can someone correct/guide me on this?
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/6195D20C-EA8C-444D-8425-7D08B473DA0D_zpse6d0weao.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Floor panels marked, but not drilled yet. I cut side panels as everyone recommended, definitely much easier to work now!

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/C4162928-CE87-4618-88D0-4B6F9FA5730E_zpsv4vggp2h.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/4AE53EB3-5CFE-4CEE-9454-1DC074A336D0_zpseu9viens.jpg

This is my two weeks progress. Yesterday received package from FFR with missing front suspension parts, monday powdercoat day.
Will try to put her on wheels next week..

[Midwest 33 Build]

Looking good Roman!

[Motor_Freak]

Looking good Roman!
Thanks!

[Motor_Freak]

Firewall trimmed on passenger side and ready for powder coat.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/D2061B6E-17FF-4D8E-820D-F252AC4D1B66_zpsm2v7kjq8.jpg


Question: Should I drill mounting holes around the edge now?


http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/P1010581_zpsoc28npqu.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/P1010584_zpsxqkbvjej.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

All backordered parts Powder Coated and front suspension getting together.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/08D336EE-EB61-443C-A3D0-28440C5073D4_zpsdydgdzzg.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/0A979299-1028-44E5-B3C0-21B62DF39D72_zpsqfrl4jhc.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/40B8ADB9-90D1-43D7-8B82-8DA346D8EA77_zpsmeyabi0u.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/3204F98C-FB20-4D56-8D80-466910228D51_zpso5mlkw9x.jpg

Power steering.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/B5D9B715-7A0E-475B-A994-0DE626D7CCD5_zps5tslhg6d.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/1503A460-1F29-43AD-96F8-F7BBBA4CFDD1_zps6qqvaw8e.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Test fit. Grille and hood. It's not perfect but not bad!

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/9F1373AD-3022-4BE8-A9DB-468A733BADBF_zpsea0ojgea.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/C1D11D3B-ED23-491D-9EB0-6311E7328479_zpskfazjcol.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/43AAEF1A-6116-401C-927A-C955F55A415D_zpsuandlwn9.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/F857EF50-38D3-4287-B20F-D67E54BC668D_zps5t1x9qq7.jpg

:o and first time on front wheels!

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/D2BF2D8E-DDEA-4B28-ADD7-6545E80A1C10_zpsssqsheud.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Steering Column primed, painted and 5 clear coats.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/C6D42FED-3E19-4FF2-BABB-B9BBEBA32F07_zpsjdmzfd1b.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/1E53E67E-7450-464F-804E-A4847CBB187B_zpskznsemyn.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/84F74A44-EC68-411D-BEA8-CE4A964DDF28_zpslimclqxu.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/71B269A1-83CD-45AD-9A85-D03506400CD2_zps67nm8kve.jpg

[wrp]

Fabulous build, keep it coming

[Motor_Freak]

Here is some update on my build.
I made this brake reservoir bracket for internal installation.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9561_zps6hm9bl9s.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9562_zpsykxdrzai.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9563_zpszdeknb62.jpg

Plumbing almost done.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9567_zps4oilmgmn.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9565_zpszptuupii.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9569_zps2wjmuhuo.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Start working on the floors. Boyd tank. Cut off switch. Battery.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9714_zpshptmafdh.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9710_zpsjfzdqvwc.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9641_zpsr6z4ubvt.jpg

Firewall powder coated and installed.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9706_zpstc0nkhh6.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Rear end is here. Four months after delivery officially a roller!

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9835%202_zpsg07nkusk.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9834%202_zpsypmfhyww.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/FullSizeRender_zpssow1kiyq.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

347 stroker is here. I am very excited now!

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9877_zpscz1ayf05.jpg

McLeod clutch and all other components.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9872_zpsp0xg8ouo.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Flywheel and clutch in place, T5 World Class on the way.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_9887_zpsuvhe3xda.jpg

Few weeks later..
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/FullSizeRender%202_zps6ddg777e.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Working on Boyd gas tank installation.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0075_zps8ra67h01.jpg

I use Silicone gasket maker between all metal panels.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0076_zps0o37uxqp.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0077_zpseklpzxfq.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0080_zpsge0h26b2.jpg

Holley Filter from Summit
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0532_zpse0howtxc.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0461_zpsk6p95wph.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0459_zpsk8tphjxz.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Exhaust is next..
I use Heatshield Armor, 12" x 48" x 1/4" Thick

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0533_zpsimkeufkn.jpg

Heat wrap on pipes as well. You can also see E brakes installed.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0508_zps1h3xjoxu.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

I used Willwood Universal Parking Brake Kit Pt# 330-9371
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0535_zpswqno5vs4.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0514_zpszkew3tvr.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Fuse box installed. A lot of weres will be removed.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0501_zpskn87iqyd.jpg

This connector replaced with..
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0499_zps2g7nwum7.jpg

this one.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0498_zpsxse7gjp8.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Thermo-Tec for Heat and Sound Suppressor.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0486_zpseseqcygr.jpg

Power Steering controller location.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_0481_zpstra6e9l3.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

I was able to start engine this weekend. What a great feeling!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LZRIhP3-20

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/F4A46F90-D0BA-4A37-9884-9ACF7D60C19D_zpsi2fxewmv.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/C1A30E14-4938-42C9-9F1F-8588743B7F86_zpswidrqyrx.jpg

[progmgr1]

Looks like you're making great progress Roman! Are you going to take it down to HB to compete for the "Best In Progress" award?
Keith

[wallace18]

Congrats! looking good, keep up the posts and good work.

[Motor_Freak]

Looks like you're making great progress Roman! Are you going to take it down to HB to compete for the "Best In Progress" award?
Keith
I'll try to make it!

[Motor_Freak]

Congrats! looking good, keep up the posts and good work.

Thanks!

[RoadRacer]

Hey Roman, those wheels/tires look great - I've decided not to go the R888 route, but I'm curious what size wheel/tire you have there?

[Motor_Freak]

Hey Roman, those wheels/tires look great - I've decided not to go the R888 route, but I'm curious what size wheel/tire you have there?

Wheels XXR530
19X10.75 +15 rear
18X9.75 +20 front

Tires
275/35/18 front
305/30/19 rear

[Motor_Freak]

Here is first Go-Kart!
No gas pedal installed yet ;)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHAJtFfcm3Q&feature=youtu.be

[RoadRacer]

Great go kart video.. I love the drive-by-wire!

I had one once where the fuel went into a gas can and had a friend runnin alongside with it ;)

[Motor_Freak]

Ready for first car show.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/6E4306F8-C5F0-43C1-9806-F5004A501DB1_zpsbnp8g7st.jpg

At Huntington Beach Cruise-In Show

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/Screen%20Shot%202017-06-02%20at%2010.05.56%20PM_zpssjsff6n1.png

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/4D98CEF7-94F0-4537-96E4-FA49BBCA80FF_zpsanafcroe.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

On the way to body shop.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_2334_zpsw2ryghkp.jpg

Body fitted and leveled.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_2733%203_zpsmlrtnkp9.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_2734%202_zpssd7v3n98.jpg

Doors! Most complicated part of the whole build!

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_3547_zpsp0mmdcem.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_3548_zpsxnza8tja.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_3550_zpsu0sbtpwt.jpg

[Motor_Freak]

Do you like it?

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_4200_zps0elq6isk.jpg

[RoadRacer]

looks killer! I'm a big fan of black on black on black :)

[progmgr1]

Glad to see you back on the forum, Roman.

Just curious: what shop are you using to do the bodywork?

Keith

[OnlyAndy]

You do good work. Very impressed with your 33'

[FF33rod]

Looking great!. Loved the go kart video. Engine looks and sounds gorgeous! Is it a BluePrint engine? sounds like it might be a bit beefier than what they sell. What cam and HP is it?
Look forward to more pics and video.

[Motor_Freak]

Keith, local body shop in Reseda. If you need his info just PM me.

[Motor_Freak]

OnlyAndy , Thanks!

[Motor_Freak]

Looking great!. Loved the go kart video. Engine looks and sounds gorgeous! Is it a BluePrint engine? sounds like it might be a bit beefier than what they sell. What cam and HP is it?
Look forward to more pics and video.

This is 347 stroker, looking to get around 400HP.

[Motor_Freak]

Fiberglass. Working on the corners.

https://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_4858_zpswk9ugwqx.jpg

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_4855_zps2t0w93al.jpg

Final preparation before first primer coat.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_4856_zpspf8dtoie.jpg

First coat of primer.
http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_5095_zps6us6flfp.jpg

Rooftop cutout and test fit of ragtop frame.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_5094_zpsgvrr0duo.jpg

[AJT '33]

Rooftop cutout and test fit of ragtop frame.

http://i813.photobucket.com/albums/zz58/r_biller/Factory%20Five%2033%20Hot%20Rod/IMG_5094_zpsgvrr0duo.jpg

OK you have my attention as I have not seen anyone do the ragtop like your doing!! I would really like to know how this works and where you're getting this from!! I have been thinking and looking for something like this, if you don't mind sharing more details it would be appreciated! TY!!

[Motor_Freak]

AJT '33, I ordered mine from here Ragtop Folding Sunroof Kit (https://www.sunroofsource.com/sliding-ragtops/) (40x30)

[AJT '33]

AJT '33, I ordered mine from here Ragtop Folding Sunroof Kit (https://www.sunroofsource.com/sliding-ragtops/) (40x30)

If possible, could you PM me the instructions so I can see how it installs? Very much appreciated.

Please show the installed and finished pictures as well!

[Motor_Freak]

If possible, could you PM me the instructions so I can see how it installs? Very much appreciated.

Please show the installed and finished pictures as well!

Installation Instructions available on there website (https://www.sunroofsource.com/content/2014JAN04LEGACY-40x40InstallationGuide-WEB.pdf)

[AJT '33]

Once its all installed I would appreciate to see how the interior finish looks like, TY!

[Motor_Freak]

Fresh coat of semi gloss black and assembly started!

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Just scheduled appointment to DMV and Local CHP:cool:

[RoadRacer]

Fresh coat of semi gloss black and assembly started!

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Just scheduled appointment to DMV and Local CHP:cool:

That is one of the best looking 33's I've seen yet. Nicely done!

[Motor_Freak]

That is one of the best looking 33's I've seen yet. Nicely done!

Thank you!

[cgundermann]

Just went through your whole build. Very nice work and really love the black on black on black. Looks super sinister!

Chris

[Arrowhead]

OK you have my attention as I have not seen anyone do the ragtop like your doing!! I would really like to know how this works and where you're getting this from!! I have been thinking and looking for something like this, if you don't mind sharing more details it would be appreciated! TY!!

I installed the sliding rag top a while ago. I do like it, but there are some trade offs. I don't want to bust up the OP's build thread so I'll PM you.

[Motor_Freak]

Just went through your whole build. Very nice work and really love the black on black on black. Looks super sinister!

Chris

Thank you!

[Motor_Freak]

Spent about 8 hours to fit and level trunk with latch.

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Roof in place, rugtop installed.
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Grill! Outside gloss black, inside flat.
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Next is carpet, seats and SpeedHut gauges. Registration 🙏

[Straversi]

This car caught my eye in Huntington Beach a couple years ago. I really like all of the choices you have made and the work you’ve done. Keep up the good work.

-Steve

[Motor_Freak]

Thank you!

[DS9941]

Looks good, a lot of great pictures

[Motor_Freak]

Front and rear windshield installed.

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Time to go home form bodyshop!

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Custom Gauges from SpeedHut installed.

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Rear and front light installed and wired. Oh, and plates!

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[TxMike64]

Looks AWESOME!!!

[JOP33]

Nice ride bud! Congratulations.

[FF33rod]

Looking amazing. Time to start having some fun with it...

[Motor_Freak]

Just came form California Highway Patrol with assigned VIN number (20 min process), Brakes and Light done too (30 min). Next BAR referee.

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[Motor_Freak]

1000 miles and million smiles! Very happy with this build!
See you all at Factory Five Huntington Beach Cruise-In 2020
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[shmelty]

What headlights are those? Are you happy with them?

[Motor_Freak]

7" LED Halo Headlights for Jeep.
Nice bright neutral white color.
Highly recommend.

[AJT '33]

Tony sent me the new FFR headlights a while back, they look awesome and will have them on mine this week.
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I sandblasted the housings and painted them to match the cars paint. Still need to polish and smooth the finish.

[sethmark]

The new LEDs are pretty good. I like them generally....