Kozmo LS1

[bakerboerne]

Bought Stage 1 from individual on Feb 10 2017. Drove up to Piedmont OK and brought it back in UHaul.

Was set up for SBC/auto . Found LS1 crate motor so bought LS motor kit.

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[RoadRacer]

Very nice. Just started my own stage 1 too with SBC. Will be following along!

[TDSapp]

Bakerboerne,

Where are you building it? Sounds like you might be in either Oklahoma or Texas.


Tim

[bakerboerne]

Bakerboerne,

Where are you building it? Sounds like you might be in either Oklahoma or Texas.


Tim

I live in Houston Texas... waiting on FF to put on another sale so I can order stage 2. The 1st stage came with Boyd tank, wildwood brakes, 8.8 - 355 rear end, chrome steering column,
Foos wheels, split exhaust, vintage air, set up for SBC... Having a lot of fun with it so far...

[bakerboerne]

Made some progress ... Have brakes working well... also ran fuel lines and connections for the Boyd tank. Have the TKO600 with the hydraulic clutch attached to the ls1 and ready to install...
Cut holes in firewall for ac lines and have firewall powder coated and attached to the frame. Will try to put engine and trans in this weekend.6775467755

[bakerboerne]

Couple of comments and references... First I have to wine a little... the D steering bars from ididit are not QC from factory. I like that they have a tight slip fit in the bearings and joints, however they are way out of tolarence from one end to the other. All 3 of my bars had 1 end that fit and the other that needed work. The down pipes for the LS1 from FF are still MIA...

OK on to the references... The trans, clutch, bell housing, flywheel I bought new from Silver Sport. The AC and alternator brackets, and compressor I got from Murphy at LSSimple.net.
The wiring harness and PCM I ordered from PSI. Got some added sheet metal from Tim at Kootenaivalleycustoms.com. Fuel pressure reg/filter from Speedway along with some Russell AN-6 fittings and hoses. The name of the build thread came from my dog Kozmo.

Comments:
Still have not ordered stage 2 ... looks like it will be a little difficult to go-cart with out the flat pipes or mufflers or grill to hold the rad. Will have a look when I get to that point.

[erlihemi]

Yep, those DD columns are sheared not cut. You have to dress them with a grinder to slide in. I always hope that F5 will read these posts to rearrange the 33 stage 1 kit and the manual sequence so it's actually achievable to build stage 1 while you either wait for space or get the body painted.
Nice to see your progress!

[bakerboerne]

Put engine, trans in today... 67819

[GoDadGo]

GM Power Is Always A Welcomed Sight For These Sore Eyes!

..Congratulations on your acquisition and I look forward to seeing your progress.

[erlihemi]

One of you Chevy guys need to put Chevy grille on the nose and sprinkle some bow tie emblems on the body! :D

[DaveS53]

One of you Chevy guys need to put Chevy grille on the nose and sprinkle some bow tie emblems on the body! :D


http://www.superiorglassworks.com/1934-Chevy-Master-car-grill-polished-stainless-p/1934mpol.htm

http://www.superiorglassworks.com/Grill-shell-w-Trim-Band-for-1934-Chevrolet-Master-p/34m12c.htm

[RoadRacer]

One of you Chevy guys need to put Chevy grille on the nose and sprinkle some bow tie emblems on the body! :D

I can't go that far, but I'm sorely tempted to put a '32 grill on there. Looking forward to seeing how that works. Then I can kid myself I have a deuce coupe :)

[TDSapp]

One of you Chevy guys need to put Chevy grille on the nose and sprinkle some bow tie emblems on the body! :D

Deal... You buy it and I will put it on mine. :-)

Tim

[bakerboerne]

Ordered Stage 2 today... I must be out of my mind... Spending this much money on a car with lets see ... no power brakes, no power steering, standard transmission, and I got to put it together myself... as my wife would say "why did you think that was a good idea?" Anyway been working on AC, alt, starter should be getting the engine harness and the PCM today.

[Mick Scarborough]

Putting it together is far more fun and satisfying than walking into a showroom and buying a cookie cutter boremobile.

[RoadRacer]

Ordered Stage 2 today... I must be out of my mind...

haha, in a good way. We're all crazy together.

[bakerboerne]

Made some progress... on wiring mounted pcm and gpt ac hoses crimped and on... put on wheels and set on go-jacks.
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[JOP33]

Nice progress BB! Looking great!

[RoadRacer]

Going together quickly - looks great!

[bakerboerne]

Stage 2 will be ready to ship next week. Almost finished with engine harness/PCM. Have to wait on trans tunnel to finish under dash wiring. Also since I changed from a SBC to an LS1 ... I have a surplus 27 spline 33.75 inch drive shaft along with SBC down pipes and a FF gas tank still in the box. When I get enough posts I will put them on the classified page.

[wrp]

Ordered Stage 2 today... I must be out of my mind... Spending this much money on a car with lets see ... no power brakes, no power steering, standard transmission, and I got to put it together myself... as my wife would say "why did you think that was a good idea?" Anyway been working on AC, alt, starter should be getting the engine harness and the PCM today.Was sitting at a light with my wife one night, a C7 pulled up beside us. She looked at me and said "oh ****." At that moment, the planets aligned, she was filled with perfect knowledge, she understood the meaning of life for me. Here is some motivation for you, when you look over at the guy and know in your heart you got him and that he doesn't know it. Doesn't get any better.I think it is about at the beginning of that third gear pull I realize all that extra stuff is just stuff.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YomtnelJwSY

[bakerboerne]

Stage 2 will be here tomorrow !

[bakerboerne]

Bad exhaust pipes - flanges on the wrong end ! HOW MANY TIMES CAN THEY SCREW THIS UP. Did not manage to send the drive shaft... Really disappointing
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[bakerboerne]

The problem with the exhaust pipe was supposedly fixed back in March of 2016 But they are still sending out bad exhaust pipes was a bunch of crap.

[TDSapp]

I feel ya... I have actually decided that when it comes time to do the exhaust I am going to go custom with an exhaust shop here in the DFW area. They did a great job on my 89 Vettes exhaust and cutouts so I am going to go with them then cancel the exhaust from stage 2. In the mean time WRP has said that when it comes time to go-cart and first start of the motor in the frame he will bring over his zoomie headers and let me use them.

When I got the Stage 1 delivered I talked to Courtnie and she had them send the Grill with my stage 1. But I was disappointed when no steering wheel and exhaust was sent with stage 1. Makes it real hard to get completely ready for stage 2 when there are stage 1 parts sent with stage 2.



Tim

[RoadRacer]

Makes it real hard to get completely ready for stage 2 when there are stage 1 parts sent with stage 2.

And hilariously, a little vice versa :) I got some body edge rubber seals or something that made me smile. I'd much prefer that stage 1 was more $$ (stage 2 less) but gave you a go-kart.

[bakerboerne]

I think the stage 1 stage 2 idea is not good in the long run. You end up spending twice as much on shipping (Yes they charge the same amount to ship stage 2 as they do for stage 1). And it slows down the build. Also I bet that there are more unfinished stage 1 projects out there then unfinished complete package projects. Without the exhaust, trans-tunnel, grill and steering wheel ... almost not worth trying to go-kart. My advise to anyone thinking about doing a build... save your money until you have enough to get a complete package... there is only 8 boxes in stage 2 and your body. "Project Time" is the most valuable resource don't waste.

[bakerboerne]

Worked on grill assembly, drive shaft, exhaust, engine harness and sending units...7102071021710227102371024

[HVACMAN]

I think the stage 1 stage 2 idea is not good in the long run. You end up spending twice as much on shipping (Yes they charge the same amount to ship stage 2 as they do for stage 1). And it slows down the build. Also I bet that there are more unfinished stage 1 projects out there then unfinished complete package projects. Without the exhaust, trans-tunnel, grill and steering wheel ... almost not worth trying to go-kart. My advise to anyone thinking about doing a build... save your money until you have enough to get a complete package... there is only 8 boxes in stage 2 and your body. "Project Time" is the most valuable resource don't waste.

I wonder if FF has changed things up slightly? My stage 1 came with a grill, radiator, and hoses.

[RoadRacer]

Interesting hvacman- just radiator and hoses with 997

[bakerboerne]

The rear exhaust has been somewhat interesting. FF changed the design of exhaust between when the Stage 1 kit was bought and when I bought Stage 2. Since the mufflers and flat pipes come with Stage 2, the rear exhaust kit that I have would not fit up to the mufflers. I can't blame FF for not switching out the rear kit since I bought the Stage 1 from another individual (they did offer to give a discount on another rear exhaust kit). Anyway with help, and pipes from Darth Tedious I think I got it worked out. He also helped me with the overflow can mount on Driver's side of rad. Nice having a friendly 33 build going on about 2 miles away. The ball connections in the new design looks like they will be less likely to leak, then the slip joints on the old design.

[bakerboerne]

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[bakerboerne]

Will do first start this weekend during the storm...72773

[JOP33]

Looks great! Hope y'all weather the storm ok.

[bakerboerne]

Working through the bad weather. Actually it has been a little cooler in the garage. Cranked the engine however the fuel pump in the Boyd tank went south after 2 seconds. So sent it to factory for repair. Gave me time to fit the trans tunnel and finish the AC lines...73093

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[kraftee]

The fuel pump in my Boyd's tank "failed" on me the first time my wife and I went to dinner in the 33. Would not restart and had to be towed home. After removing the fuel pump from the tank (at least you can do that on the Boyd's tank!), I took it down to let Dan Boyd have a look at it (I only live about 30 miles from Boyd's.) Mind you, I bought that tank FOUR years ago, but Dan was happy to give me a brand new fuel pump at no charge. FABULOUS customer service. He also gave me the old one to keep - which was suddenly working again. I set the old pump on my workbench and one of the crimp connections FELL OFF. It was a very bad crimp only being held on by the shrink tube end! Turns out BOTH connections were improperly crimped. You might check that on yours. Recrimping some connections is a lot easier than sending a pump back to Ocala!

ERIC

[bakerboerne]

Dave Boyd told me to contact Aeromotive tech support. They suggested I send it to them... The tank is two years old so no warranty. I found a FedEx place open... they just had a little water damage... and sent it up to Lenexa Kansas already. Hopefully get it back next week.

[kraftee]

Oops. Yes. DAVE not DAN. Thanks. But in the meantime, I bet the crimp on ends were the problem...

[bakerboerne]

The pump has a dead short in it... hopefully Aeromotive will see the thing was never run before it kissed the pooch. Anyway got tired of waiting on them ... went over to Ford dealer and bought Mustang elect fuel pump... fit in Boyd tank... Engine fired right up. ... TIME for a beer.
Will post video later when it finally loads up.

[bakerboerne]

Try to post video...


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[Michael101]

I live in Houston Texas...

What part of Houston? I'm thinking of building one of these but would really like to see one in person before moving forward. I'm in the Kingwood area. If anyone is around me and wouldn't mind my stopping by please let me know.

[Svtfreak]

What part of Houston? I'm thinking of building one of these but would really like to see one in person before moving forward. I'm in the Kingwood area. If anyone is around me and wouldn't mind my stopping by please let me know.

I'm about 4.5 hrs east of you if nothing else works out.

[bakerboerne]

Michael101, I live in the Heights. You are welcome to come by and look anytime. Send me an email at bakerboerne@hotmail.com... Got fuel pump back from Aeromotive they said the one I sent them was fine ... however they replaced it anyway.
Put it in and the motor runs great. Still having problems posting the video. Working on getting ready to go-kart 73638. Will do align Sat. Then mount seats using the Breeze seat kit. Maybe go-kart on Sunday :cool:

[bakerboerne]

Time for seats and doors

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[bakerboerne]

Thought I would take a couple of pictures while the sun was shinning... Looks like hood will fit over Alternator and AC Comp... Not going to run side panels...73716
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[DarthTedious]

You had better call me when you go kart it so I can come see... damn you're catching up fast!

[DaveS53]

I believe I've seen a MAF sensor placed right in front of the throttle body. It is the older style, but are you confident that it will work in this location?

The newer blade style requires placement in the middle of a 6" length of straight 4" tube, located 10 inches from the throttle body. I ignored this requirement and wasted a lot of time making worthless intake snorkels that were doomed to failure.

[bakerboerne]

I am using the old style MAF also using the 5 pin (The temp sensor is part of the MAF - reduces number of connectors by 1). Looks like to me the advantage to the old style is the veins in the body... Also using cable throttle body to keep things simple ... Engine starts and idles fine. When I go-kart I will know more.

[bakerboerne]

Doors slowed me down this weekend... Spent all day Sunday on drivers door ... still not finished.

[bakerboerne]

Ok lets see if this link works for youtube video

https://youtu.be/deYkA4pdoAI

[RoadRacer]

Very nice - subscribed!!

[bakerboerne]

Did some go-karting today

https://youtu.be/yU9wWyyVutQ

[bakerboerne]

Set up support for bat box that fits under floor of trunk
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[bakerboerne]

Mounted seat slides on Breeze seat mounts and cut out trunk floor for bat box.
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[bakerboerne]

Looks like the Corbeau 3-point retractable seat belt will just fit between Boyd tank and body... Anyone need a seat harness I have one I won't be using. 75265

[myjones]

Looks like the Corbeau 3-point retractable seat belt will just fit between Boyd tank and body... Anyone need a seat harness I have one I won't be using. 75265
NICE;
Keep us posted on the belts once the seats and body are done, I won't be using the OEM harnesses either.
Dale

[bakerboerne]

Went to the Key to the Hills Rod Run this weekend. Vintage Air was there and I got a look at their E-Z Clip Refrigerant hose lines. I wish I had seen them before I ran my AC hoses. They are the same ID as the traditional hoses but the OD is a lot smaller.
And you put the ends on with a set of connecting pliers! Would have made a load of difference connecting up the evaporator on the 33. Got their catalog and found some chrome louvers for the dash and a under dash louver panel for the middle port.

[bakerboerne]

Oh by the way there was a ton of 32,33,34 Fords at the Rod Run and most of them had SBC in them (no FF 33s). A couple had Chrysler Hemis. Also a lot the guys drove their cars to the run (they didn't trailer them to the edge of town and then unload). Although some of the cars there were more garage-art then street-rod, they are easy to spot: large scoop on top of engine, multiple carbs, no visibility out of small windows, over 600 hp in a 2000 lb car, large slicks on the back, loud side exhaust... wonder why they put them on a trailer ?

[bakerboerne]

Working on fitting body parts. Was not going to run engine side panels, but I really like the way they look.

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[JOP33]

Working on fitting body parts. Was not going to run engine side panels, but I really like the way they look.

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You are really moving along! It looks great.

[bakerboerne]

Ok - post a couple picts: 79141791427914079143
Finished chassis wiring ... roughed in gauge wiring (with mighty wiper motor)... going to do more go-karting tomorrow after charge AC.

[bakerboerne]

I still have to shorten seat belts ... but the retractors work well and bolted up fairly easy... will do some video of karting.

[DaveS53]

You may want to eliminate the quick release connector, if you have to make changes to the webbing. I have the same Corbeau retractor. I used a 3-bar adjuster where the shoulder straps Y and another at the end of the retractable strap. This allows both pieces to be connected safely with proper winding of the webbing. If the strap out of the retractor has to come up a a significant angle to go over your shoulders, it may not work properly. I have mine mounted on a strong vertical surface, coming up and over a round bar that's at shoulder height. I know that the retractor can be rotated, but can't remember if it only works in either a horizontal or vertical orientation.

Also, to work properly, the Y should be passed through fixed slots in a high back seat, otherwise it wants to pinch the neck.

Ultimately, a 4 -point harness is safer, but it's sure a pain when you can't reach the dash when buckled.

https://www.summitracing.com/search/part-type/racing-harness-components/racing-harness-component-type/bar-adjuster

[bakerboerne]

The mount points are critical ... no downward angle is best. Using the harness mount points on the 33 results in no downward angle. There is no need for high back seats, in fact would hinder retractor. They sell shoulder pads, but so for no need. Did you put these straps on a 33? if so how did you do it with high back seats? You are right the 4 point is safer ... as long as they are being used. Try wearing one for a couple of hours on the street.

[bakerboerne]

Finished wiring lights, next ... get it ready for inspection. 79745 7974679747

[HVACMAN]

Let the fun begin.

[DaveS53]

The 3-point Y-style harness is made to work properly with high back seats that have shoulder harness slots. Driving with no rear head rest is dangerous, with or without proper seat belts.

From Corbeau: "With a 3-Point Harness Belt, the two shoulder straps go over your shoulders and through the harness slots in your seats."

A proper installation requires more room behind high-back seats.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=10&v=Ba0d49bg6HY

[bakerboerne]

Out getting gas and finding inspection person...80309

[bakerboerne]

Have to say car attracts a lot of attention...

[RoadRacer]

Looks great! Is it everything you expected?

[bakerboerne]

Still a lot of work to do. Putting back on the bike fenders, mounting the soft top, doing waterfall and carpet. I am surprised on how rough the body is and how much body shops want to paint it (for such a small car).
Visited to an interesting body shop today in the Woodlands... "Vintage Restorations of the Woodlands" they have done several FFs.
Overall, the build has been fun so far... and the car is really fun to drive. The LS1 is a good fit, runs great out of the box and I am hoping it will be reliable. Like I said still a lot of work to do...

[bakerboerne]

First fit for top and fenders 81318

[bakerboerne]

Decided to change out the roll bar and add a console with a touch screen radio/backup camera. Had some nice weather today so took it out to do speedo calibration. 82425 and align headlights.
Tried to get Kozmo to come along... he doesn't like load noises. 82426

[bakerboerne]

Car looks so different with top on and hood off...82781

Found a fiberglass console that I think will fit... 82782

[bakerboerne]

First fit on console. 82988
Got roll tube back from benders ... now have to cut to length and machine slip fit.
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[HVACMAN]

First fit on console. 82988
Got roll tube back from benders ... now have to cut to length and machine slip fit.
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The car looks amazing!! What source did you use for the console?

[bakerboerne]

The trick on the console for me was finding one that would fit between the seats... you only have about 6in ... I got this one from classictruckconsoles.com They actually show some ff 33s on their customer page.
Also I have been working on: Adding a reverse light to go along with the backup camera. Fitting gas lift struts on trunk lid. Finding a wind screen to fit into new roll bar. Making engine side panels removable.
Will add pictures as I make progress.

[AJT '33]

First fit for top and fenders 81318

Quick question, what is your wheel and tire size on the front? Curious as I like the tight fit, as well did you use some spacers for the wheels? TY!!

[bakerboerne]

Front tires are Pirelli 245/40 ZR 18" 97Y PSero Nero Back tires are Pirelli 295/25 ZR 20" 95Y

[bakerboerne]

So got the roll bar bolted on ... not sure if I going to chrome it or powder coat 83934
Gearing up for body work...83935

[bakerboerne]

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[bakerboerne]

Shot the main body primer today ... have to wait until the morning to shot the rest ... ran out of light in my backyard paint booth.87018

[wrp]

Looks great

[bakerboerne]

No more red fenders... everything primed after lots of sanding 87165 . Used PPG gray 2k primer. Man what a job... I picked a really hot Houston weekend.

[bakerboerne]

Found a shop about here in town that will shoot the base and clear coat. Loaded it up 87462 took two trips in back of truck.
Working on carpet and polishing grill and windshield 87463... should be ready to finish build when get body back from painters.

[bakerboerne]

Working on console, install radio and ac vent can't wait to test out pioneer touch screen radio...87626. Will get body back from painter on Sat. then the fun begins.

[JOP33]

Nice console!

[TxMike64]

That IS a nice console!!!

[bakerboerne]

Thanks, got body back from painters today... now put it back together one more time.

[bakerboerne]

couple of pics of painted body.

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[bakerboerne]

87808 mounted console ...

[TDSapp]

87808 mounted console ...


Did you have someone do the upholstery for your console or did you do it yourself?

[bakerboerne]

I had an upholstery shop about 2 blocks from my house do the waterfall and the console (I am not good with a sewing machine). I cut the console down and refiberglassed the front top, cut holes for the radio, ac vent, shifter, and cup holders. It comes with hardware to hinge the arm rest but I did not do that. Adding the ebrake bypass switch to the radio (so wife can watch movies). Wired in the radio to the reverse switch on the trans and the back up camera so that it auto displays when shift into reverse. Since the radio does Apple CarPlay looking for place to mount microphone and usb connector. Now all I have to do is get the energy to put this thing back together.

[bakerboerne]

Got the dash put back together 88262 Did elect check and quick run before dropping body down into place.

[bakerboerne]

Got the interior almost done ... think I will get it aligned before I put on front fenders...88821, 88822, 88823

[bakerboerne]

Finished out trunk... not sure where I will radio antenna 88833

[Dodgeman]

Mounted seat slides on Breeze seat mounts and cut out trunk floor for bat box.
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Where did you get the seat slides that mount on Breeze seat mounts. I have looked all over the place and cannot ring them.

[wrp]

That is really looking good

[bakerboerne]

I will look back through receipts to see where I got them. Just basic slides that I modified to work with the Breeze seat mounts. I wanted to raise the seats another inch so I added the 1 inch square tubing. Drilled holes in the tubing and the seat slides and ran high strength socket head bolts down into the captive nuts on the Breeze mounts. The socket heads fit inside the slide mount.

[j33ptj]

Finished out trunk... not sure where I will radio antenna 88833

Really nice solution for the battery, at least accessible, any more pictures how you made the box?

[bakerboerne]

Took a picture with wife's phone - 89046 - she let me use it since I got her car back in the garage. :) Took it to a couple of places for the alignment... no luck so far. One place wanted me to leave it with them ... that's not going to happen. Going to DMV on Friday after certification... I think I posted some pictures earlier on the battery box. Got the box on eBay ...made for 4 wheelers ... then used 1 in alum square tubing to build a frame for it behind the rear frame rail. Not sure if FF has changed the trunk alum again. Mine had a lot of wasted space beside the 3 link.

[TxMike64]

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Looks GREAT!

[Dodgeman]

Looks GREAT!

Is that the top from Factory Five, how does it fit?

[bakerboerne]

Like it better with top down...89050... The top is sold by FF made by DTS Enterprises. I still need to get the side curtains. It is well made and easy to put on and take off.

[JOP33]

Beautiful ride! You should be proud.

[bakerboerne]

j33jpt - The battery box came from "nexgenoffroads.com" called pc925 upright battery box

[bakerboerne]

Ok got the safety inspection done by a ASE certified master technician. He charged $100 to do the inspection. He said he could do the alignment also, but after an hour of he gave up. Just going to do it myself.
Looks like I need a "Certified weight certificate" of the car for registration, insurance, and pictures of the VIN. So couple more days before I can get it registered .

[bakerboerne]

Man just saw the Holly mid-mount accessory LS drive kit. If it had been out when I was looking for alt and ac mounts I would have bought it for sure. They use a custom water pump and the alt and ac bolt to it.
Looks like it would have been a good fit for the 33.

[TDSapp]

Ok got the safety inspection done by a ASE certified master technician. He charged $100 to do the inspection. He said he could do the alignment also, but after an hour of he gave up. Just going to do it myself.
Looks like I need a "Certified weight certificate" of the car for registration, insurance, and pictures of the VIN. So couple more days before I can get it registered .


Don't forget the three pictures of your car (front, side and back) and a picture of an original 1933 Ford.

[bakerboerne]

Yes thanks for the reminder. Took pictures of all sides and a close up of the vin plate. If anyone is wondering how small these cars are here is pict of mine next to my wife's civic...89556

[TxMike64]

Yes thanks for the reminder. Took pictures of all sides and a close up of the vin plate. If anyone is wondering how small these cars are here is pict of mine next to my wife's civic...89556

I'm being lazy and asking instead of going through your thread and looking... but what wiper setup is that?

[bakerboerne]

Mighty wiper from RainGear about $150

[bakerboerne]

Reg picts... 90657, 90658, 90659... Got the cert weight ... 2520 with me in it 2340 with me out... I gotta loss some l-bees.

[bakerboerne]

So a couple of comments about the paint. I did the body work and primer. I had a prof. do the base and clear coat. I paid him 1200 for his labor and 600 for materials. I spent about 400 on filler, sanding blocks, paint gun and primer. So I have around 2200 in the paint job. It is not perfect... I completely disassembled the car for paint, so very little taping was required. Got about 60 miles on it now and the LS1 is great. Barely touch the key and it fires right up. Warms up to just under 200 and stays there. I will prob. add power steering sometime in the next year or so. A couple of tips... the locking nuts are great for the finial assembly but not when you know you will be taking it back apart. So I bought non-locking nuts (sprayed painted them red) and used them when I knew I would be taking something back apart...(door hinges, trunk hinges, door latches!). Also, as I learned how to mix and apply the Bondo, I found out that the less you mix at one time the less you throw away when it starts to jell! Anyway it has been fun... now I need to retire so I can spend some time driving it around.

[bakerboerne]

I will pass along what I did about the muffler heat. I have the insulation package from FF. But what is kinda funny about it is that there is sound mat on the floor boards above the mufflers but not heat mat. I saw a tip on one of the weekend car shows... they used
AC duct insulation wrap 91003 ... I went to HD and bought a roll for about $20 put it down before I put down the floor board carpet. So far so good. One other thing on the door hinges. Make sure you put the washers on the top and bottom of the shoulder bolts. The drawing in the manual does not show them but the picture does. If you don't put them on, the door will flop around like a fish out of water.

[bakerboerne]

Went to DMV today. Got reg and title. Put temp plates on car... so now it is legal... going to put some miles on it this weekend...91032

[TDSapp]

Awesome! Good job and enjoy the rides this weekend.

[bakerboerne]

Took the 33 out to "Houston Coffee and Cars" this morning before the rain (www.houstoncoffeecars.com). Lots of kids with cameras. And a few Ferraris ... since it was Ferrari Day. Nice event that they do in a Mall Parking lot from 8 to 10 first Sat of every month. Will post some picts if I get to go in Oct.

[bakerboerne]

Added the power steering motor. 95435 Makes the 33 easier to drive around town.

[AJT '33]

Added the power steering motor. 95435 Makes the 33 easier to drive around town.

If you have more pictures and brand/model I would be interested in case I go in that direction. THX!

[wrp]

Interested in Power steering too.

[bakerboerne]

It is the one that FF sells . It is made by uni-steer. Bolts in ... just have to shorten the middle d rod by about 1/2 inch. I put the control unit in the battery box... and extended the wires to the back.

[bakerboerne]

Went to Coffee and Cars meet last weekend and a young man took some shots of the 33... His name is Alan Bynum
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[bakerboerne]

Looks like can't post at full res...96948 will try one at a time...

[bakerboerne]

Not having much luck

[FF33rod]

Not having much luck

The pic themselves don't show in your thread but clicking on the link shown works no problem - nice big high res. Gorgeous photo of the car from the front. Will have to look through your thread to see what wheels those are....

[bakerboerne]

Try another pict ... no luck The wheels are Foose. Working on a wind screen and a luggage rack. 97136

[bakerboerne]

Thinking about replacing bike fenders with new carbon fiber ones ... has anyone tried them out ? Also what is with FF called them and emailed them ... no one in the office ?

[shmelty]

I have seen the CF Fenders in person and they are really nice. I will order a set when I get that far in the build. As far as FFR.. phones are still off but I have had great luck emailing Tony Z. He responded to several emails today.

[JimLev]

Last week I called and left a message, a few hours later Tony called me back.

[bakerboerne]

I added the carbon fiber fenders took a run down river road.149518