'35 Pro Street Truck

[Erik W. Treves]

Sold my BMW ,,,, not the HAWK coupe so don't worry....

Newly Released Boss 427 Z2 Head 535hp Ford Crate

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78280&d=1514506666



New Pro Street/Strip 4STB-E (4R70W/AODE) - w/EOD & L/U (rated to 900hp / 700 lbs/tq) ______ From FB Performance Transmissions

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78279&d=1514506665



The only used part --- 95 GT 8.8... will get completely rebuilt to new.... at $250 dropped into the bed of my truck couldn't pass it up . has 3.08's and the fluid was still purple!...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78282&d=1514506682


Some other stuff...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78283&d=1514507425


+ some VeryCoolParts...


Lol... here we go...


http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78281&d=1514506666

[Jeff Kleiner]

:D

Jeff

[myjones]

Erik
The 35 truck is screaming for a mild chop and roll cage down bars in the bed. Can't wait to see what builders do with the new FF platform.
Dale

[Mark Dougherty]

cant wait
It will be stellar
Sema bound again I am sure

[Erik W. Treves]

Ahh... We have "plans" for this truck.... hopefully it all works out...! expanding horizons....

[DaveS53]

A proper pro street setup requires a narrowed rear end and chassis and wheel tubs. A 9 inch Ford rear end is a lot better choice and readily available from many sources. Art Morrison sells ready made pro street rear clips.

http://www.artmorrison.com/rearclip-4link.php

[Vette1972]

This will fun to watch!

[Jeff Kleiner]

... We have "plans" for this truck....

That'll happen when you spend a few days traveling with Wayne ;)

Jeff

[Erik W. Treves]

Lol.... dangerous I know.... but so much fun.... wait is that ok? ...

As far as narrowing rear end... I need to stay stock width else the frame will also need mod'ing... my 289 had a 5 inch total width narrow without any I'll effects... 8.8 are very strong if set up right.

[Erik W. Treves]

cleaned, primed and painted with first coat.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78310&d=1514581361

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[tony chiles]

my contribution to helping you spend money
http://fitechefi.com/products/30064/
78335

[Erik W. Treves]

man ... you are now the 5th person so far to recommend this route.... lol.... you guys are killing me!

[first time builder]

I like the rear braces but would also weld the tubes to the housing. They have been known to twist.

[GoDadGo]

Erik,

1. Where Do You Find The Time?
2. Do You Ever Sleep?
3. Enquiring Minds Want To Know!

Steve

NOTE: It Will Be Very Cool, Very Fast, & Very SEMA Worthy!

[Jeff Kleiner]

man ... you are now the 5th person so far to recommend this route.... lol.... you guys are killing me!

Well E, you know it's just sooooo easy when we're spending YOUR money ;)

Jeff

[Erik W. Treves]

Well E, you know it's just sooooo easy when we're spending YOUR money ;)

Jeff

YA! I KNOW..... so quit it :)

[Erik W. Treves]

Erik,

1. Where Do You Find The Time?
2. Do You Ever Sleep?
3. Enquiring Minds Want To Know!

Steve

NOTE: It Will Be Very Cool, Very Fast, & Very SEMA Worthy!

1. there ARE 24 hours in a day, 744 hours in a month and I only go to my real job 160hrs a month.
2. A little - honestly not that much.... I am big time nap guy though :)
3. Honestly just plan my day a few days out and have been disciplined enough never to divert from the plan...it's a game of efficiency with me... actually it was an informal game Wayne and I use to play.... I quit cause he's way faster....but for example a quality snap-on ratchet can take a diff cover off in about 5-8 minutes... while my electric impact will do it in less than a minute...what did I do with the other 7 minutes.... used the same impact to strip the rest of the rear end.... :)

[rponfick]

Erik, is that a fern in your garage? We need to talk about that.

Ralph

[FLPBFoot]

cleaned, primed and painted with first coat.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78310&d=1514581361

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That cleaned up nicely! You weld the bracing from the tubes to the pinion housing? Any issue with heating the tubes like that?

[Erik W. Treves]

Thanks... umm... yes and none... just go slow and move around.

[Erik W. Treves]

Christmas continues today.....

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78652&d=1515028753

[WIS89]

Erik-

Very excited to follow along with your latest creation! Your builds are awesome, and I really admire your build skills! Good luck with your latest!!

Regards,

Steve

[SMG Fred]

Erik,

Maybe we should get Dave to setup a drag race between your truck and mine! You with some spray...and me with some boost from the Procharger! haha. Can't wait to see yours come together! Hope you had a good holiday.

[Erik W. Treves]

That would be cool Freddie

[FFinisher]

That would be cool Freddie

I will bring the ice cream . My pickup will be cool. But I am
Not Planning on winning any races.

[SMG Fred]

I will bring the ice cream . My pickup will be cool. But I am
Not Planning on winning any races.

You're already a winner! :p

[Erik W. Treves]

Well he is the Captain.

[Erik W. Treves]

All painted up and put on the engine stand!

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=79394&d=1516139040

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[wallace18]

Looking Good!

[Erik W. Treves]

got the call today that my custom built AODe arrived at the dock and is ready for pick-up! Should be a nice piece... will post pics.. Hopefully will have my front dress all done this weekend. Also my intake finally shipped so that will be here next week.... looking like things are moving again in the right direction!

[wallace18]

Any word on your BETA kit ?

[Erik W. Treves]

Nope. You will know when I know...trust me :)

[Erik W. Treves]

SO here is the all custom Tranny.... good for a mess load of Torque. Converter and SFI flex plate are in there as well... forgot to get flex plate bolts , so they will get connected this weekend!

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=81368&d=1519180205

And a little bling - full polish from Edelbrock - thanks Wayne! nice piece... it too will get fully installed with ARP black anodized bolts

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[Erik W. Treves]

Transmission and engine are now one... front dress completely done....

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=81511&d=1519436461

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[wallace18]

Sweet!

[Erik W. Treves]

Got the build sheet today via email!!!! Thanks Tony!!! ---- won't be long now.

[dallas_]

So.... how about an update?? :)

[Erik W. Treves]

Nothing really to update... the truck has not yet arrived... been driving the crap out of the Coupe... bought a new welder and have been restocking and cleaning the garage. Stopped by my powder coater to arrange getting my chassis done... not going with black... and since I will be tubing the rear and some other mods... no need to stay with black chassis.... also discussed color combinations with Wayne Presley... most of all the planning and coordination is done... so hopefully I should be moving quickly one or gets here... SEMA will be here before I know it...so I am starting to feel the pressure...lol

[wallace18]

Erik are you going to be able to use the rear end in your photos? I had to ditch mine and get a newer one.

[Erik W. Treves]

Right now if you ask me today... yes... I will be making my own links... I need a narrowed rear end so this will hopefully be the right direction.... of course it could all go sideways.... I make sure I pass along if I fail

[FFinisher]

Right now if you ask me today... yes... I will be making my own links... I need a narrowed rear end so this will hopefully be the right direction.... of course it could all go sideways.... I make sure I pass along if I fail

Fail? Not gonna happen.

You may find a couple ways that don't work...


But you won't fail!

[Erik W. Treves]

Got the call today! Truck to be pickup next week!!

[Jeff Kleiner]

https://media.giphy.com/media/ygqMjv2x8KSxW/giphy.gif

:)

Jeff

[FFinisher]

You comin' up?

[Erik W. Treves]

No... ...it is coming to me... not into all that snow..lol

[BillGardner]

Did your truck ship out yet?

[Erik W. Treves]

ALRIGHT>.... no more waiting!!!

THe Stewart truck FINALLY showed up... 30+ days late.. anyway.. got it unloaded and got right to work..

The packaging once again was great! B/O's were present but nothing we can't work past while we wait. Quickly unpacked the suspension components and got to work making the rear suspension for the custom 4- link. Threw the front on and started fitting the body panels so I get the fenders on to measure for the drag wheels and tires.... once it is down on the ground it will go off to paint... once the bodywork is done... I will start the build at full speed while the painter is doin his thing.

all together about 1/2 a day on the truck then pictures for you all and an update to the boys at FFR....time to watch some hockey and plan my next moves.

here ya go....

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=85138&d=1525046894

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[crispycargo]

Congrats! It finally arrived!

I'll bet you're thrilled. So excited to watch the build. Thank you for the update

Oh and that number 42 reflection in the door is a pretty cool picture.

[Erik W. Treves]

Got the cab trimmed up so I could get the firewall on... which moved the cab back some (which it needed).... then decided to look at the bed side now that cab is about where it needs to go.... only about an hour on it today...had to get some tips from Captain Ron...looks like I have what I need to make some progress the next couple few days .. this weekend should be cracking I think...hope to have most of the panels on.... we shall see....

anyway...

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=85220&d=1525140047

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[Mark Gearhart]

Where'd you have to trim for the firewall?

[Erik W. Treves]

I did not trim firewall.. it should go on without trimming. You do have to trim the cab however to get it far enough back

[Erik W. Treves]

Got about 45 minutes on it yesterday to start the mockup on the rear legs of the roll cage... this working through the design and how much "tub" I will need to get these tires in the rear...

Getting ready to trim some fiberglass tonight to get the panel gapped.... this weekend hope to have the engine in so mockup of the scoop can begin... and then start welding in the bars.... should be a "busy weekend"....

anyway... something like this...

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=85373&d=1525387307

[Mark Gearhart]

Sorry that's what I meant to say. Is it the opening size or a flange issue? What exactly needed to be trimmed? Just curious as I get mine next week.


I did not trim firewall.. it should go on without trimming. You do have to trim the cab however to get it far enough back

[Erik W. Treves]

It will be obvious. The body will need to trimmed around the side bars to allow the cab to shift back so the firewall will lay in there correctly. I wanna say I trimmed off about 1/4 inch... but that will depend on how much they leave for you. If you look at post 49.... I didn't wipe off the fiberglass dust in the area of the body that needed to get cut.... it looks like I messed with the firewall... but that dust came off the body

[Dan Babb]

Are the rear legs for the roll-bar going to bolt in like the Cobra or be fully welded?

I assume bolt-in because how else would you get the cab off & on the frame after it's welded in place.

Will it be effective as a bolt-in section or more for show?

[Erik W. Treves]

Yes.. bolt in like the cobra ... I am connecting into corner of the cab bars so it will be very functional

[Erik W. Treves]

A few cool things got done today.... got my rear roll bars installed and they actually went in even the first time! Measured for like an hour... but hit the angles within a 1/4 degree. THe driver's side is completely in with a bolt in mount... the pass side is mostly in... have to finish the bolt in mount and trim the of the fiberglass around the bar... I like how it changes the look of the truck a bit...

also test fit the engine.. the stock pan from ford racing does not work... so I will have to call wayne to hook me up with some VeryCoolParts oil pan... anyway... it's in there for now.. glad I found out now.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=85445&d=1525557041

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[WIS89]

Erik-

Engine looks good in there!

I like the roll bars as well; I'm glad FFR decided to add them to the trucks. Is that interior bracing on the bars your work, or stock?

Do you plan on dressing up the bars where they exit the cab, or just leave them raw steel? I am looking forward to following along with this build, like all the others. I have always enjoyed what you do, and how you do it. I am sure this will be no different!

Regards,

Steve

[KenWilkinson]

I'm interested in the insulation on the garage doors. Does it work? What did you use?

[Erik W. Treves]

Steve... the rear bars are "me" ... they don't come with the kit. I plan on powdercoating them the same color of the frame when I get that done. The holes in the body will get an an o-ring gasket for a sealed finished look. The interior roll cage is stock from FFR

The doors for the garage are just done with some stuff I bought at Lowe's

[Erik W. Treves]

lots of progress today... rear end suspension complete! GOt up at 6am and started at it... managed to get my 18 x 11 335/30/18 under the truck... It will be a mini- tub... but it fits!! The truck is supposed to use the 3-link rear end... custom 4 - link.. ton of work but it in there and very square!

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=85665&d=1526173900

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[wallace18]

Very nice Job!

[rponfick]

Keep the updates coming. We are living through your posts until our trucks arrive.
Ralph

[Erik W. Treves]

a few more from today:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=85684&d=1526249975

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[FFinisher]

Looking good Eric!

[Erik W. Treves]

Chassis #3 is on the ground....jeep wheels never looked so nice!

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=85803&d=1526425155

[David Hodgkins]

We REALLY NEED a "LIKE" button!

Lookin' GOOD!!

:)

[Erik W. Treves]

So a couple parts of every built I hate...choosing wheels/tires and paint....

well the first part is done...waiting on back ordered rear rims that are built to order....

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=85896&d=1526598079

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[Vette1972]

Nice Wheels! I like!

[FFinisher]

Lots of window in that wheel.


No Wilwoods?

[WIS89]

Holy smokes those wheels are awesome Erik!!

Great progress as always, and I am enjoying following along as always! Thanks for the answer on the roll bars too.

Keep up the great work!

Regards,

Steve

[Erik W. Treves]

As I wait for another infusion of parts from FFR - figured I could finally finish weld my rear roll bar... I the issue was it needs to be removable... well after a crap load of measuring and having to re-weld the "x" 4 times because the close tolerance connectors would not allow any deformation after welding... The first go around with the TIG was a mess... nothing lined up... so I ended up MIG'ing it while it was all bolted together...should clean up fine I think.. looks like it is moving just sitting there.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=85987&d=1526818038

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[Jeff Kleiner]

Like the looks of that big "X"! That's going to really help pull the whole Pro Street theme together

Wheelie bars anyone? ;)


Jeff

[Erik W. Treves]

Getting closer to going to body shop... functional running boards!!

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=85999&d=1526847758

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[rponfick]

Eric, any ideas on how you might finish the running board surface? Bedliner, wood strips, etc. ?
Ralph

[Erik W. Treves]

Straight paint and probably 3m clear plastic over it

[Marv]

Beautiful work, is it me or is the grill off center like the 33 was ?

[Erik W. Treves]

It's you :) … seems straight to me.. might be camera angle.. ride height is also not set.. right side of car (left in the photo) is about 1/2 lower than the right.

[ehansen007]

Nice welds. Didn't you go to Wyotech? :)

[Erik W. Treves]

Actually I went to Waynotech … :)

[FFinisher]

Actually I went to Waynotech … :)


I think it may have been Wineotech. !!!!


Ahahahahaha

[Erik W. Treves]

ouch!

[KenWilkinson]

Eric,
Have you started the sheet metal floors yet?

[Erik W. Treves]

Sheetmetal floors? The aluminum pieces are in there but I won't be doing any real assy inside or with the motor until after I get the chassis back when the body man is done with it.

I haven't posted for a bit while I went on vacation back home to Boston.... of course I went back to the "mothership" to see the boys... Sat down with them and discussed what I have seen and run into during the build... also discovered several changes and updates...they were nice enough bring my kit up to date... thanks!

Got back the other day and with the new parts and pieces I was able to get a lot done yesterday... I also took 3 more days off from work to help get myself back on track.

The biggest issue I was trying to resolve on how to get all the panels to stay fixed in place - but able to take off quickly - but also be able to be installed in a very repeatable position.. THis is important since it will ensure that when the painter is taking panels off and on he doesn't waste time ($$$$) trying to fix everything while he adjusting gaps - and should make everything line right up when the Chassis and Body come back together for final assy.

So last night I finished the whole front of the truck to include the hood hinge is now 100% installed and functional. - I will be moving on to the back of the truck today and then hopefully the doors tomorrow.

THe biggest thing to pay attention to if you are doing fenders - are to ensure the running boards are placed "correctly" and are even.. the rear fenders have some flex to them so you can change narrow or open the wheel opening and change the look of the truck a bit... You also don't want the fenders sticking out beyond the bed (at least I didn't)… It is all connected and to ensure the front fender lands up against the radiator surround and EVEN take some patients! My running boards were about 1/4-1/2 inch off and it messed up the entire front end!

So once I got that all done and remounted - basically the entire day.... I PUT RIVNUTS ON EVERY PANEL.... LOL! This should lock everything down and take away the variability and make removing and installing panels way easier!

So it doesn't look like much... but the front is ready to go to paint!

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=86742&d=1528198073

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[Erik W. Treves]

Back at again full steam ahead... didn't get as much done I wanted... but it's progress..

Tailgate is now on and functioning...make SURE you start at the back of the Truck when doing the panels!! I had my bed sides too far forward so when I put the rear roll pan on it hit the driver's side gas tank strap mount... and since that would require me to re do all the fitting I did to the front of the truck.... yep.... cut that dude off... I will make a custom mount..lol..

Got the bed floor in and modified it for the wheel tubs and the roll bar legs... came out pretty good I think.

Tomorrow... DOORS! … this should be fun

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=86758&d=1528247727

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welds still need to be cleaned up some... but this shows the bars going through the floor pretty good...

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[rponfick]

In your opinion, you do not have to have the weight of the truck on the wheels and suspension to fit all the panels. The frame should not move, or flex, so you feel comfortable with this procedure? The engine is in, and that is probably necessary.
Hopefully will have mine in 3 weeks.
Keep up the good comments.
Ralph

[Erik W. Treves]

your concern is not warranted.. the suspension and engine will not effect the panels at all. As with all FFR cars the body is a "shell" and not loaded.. The Chassis is soooo stiff that there will be more movement from opening and closing the doors than the chassis causing any issue to the body. The engine is only in so I can fit the air scoop... otherwise I would have not placed it in there. It just isn't a thing...no worries.

other news... spent ALL day doing one door...let just say I sure wish I had "beta" directions.... lol... actually Jim and Tony have been great! and have come to the rescue more than a time or 2... so you will have to wait until the week for at least 1 door shot...good news... 2nd door should technically be easier!

[Stillwater35]

Are you finding that the photo album is helping? I should be getting my lower control arms this week and I should be able to get the front and rear suspension all buttoned up.

[Erik W. Treves]

Every bit of info us helpful... front suspension is hotrod so that should go quick

[Erik W. Treves]

Pretty good weekend all around... got both doors mounted and functioning... Tail gate is all in and chain/hooks installed.... I did run into an issue with the tail gate U-bolts and the bed side pockets... they kinda occupy the same space... I ended up notching the pockets... so it all works...

Also welded the wheel tubs and installed the dash and drilled for gauges … wash off the truck.. I have 1 or 2 things to get done and then she's off to paint.

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[Erik W. Treves]

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[rponfick]

Eric, your front tires look real close to the fenders. Maybe optical illusion. What size are wheels and tires, or are they temporary?
Or, is it your front shocks/springs are not adjusted yet?
Keep up the great posts.
Ralph

[Erik W. Treves]

So these are shop wheels and tires off a jeep... the truck needs 26 diameter tires... these are WAY bigger... won't be an issue with the correct size tires and ride height set

[Erik W. Treves]

Working through the week on it after work trying to get it done!!

Important tip... when you are installing the windows and the door latches are installed... make sure you don't close both doors with the windows up!!! lol.... had to climb through the front windshield opening to open the doors..

anyway... both windows in … door handles in... need to trim for window seals now...

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FOr the handles... FFR provides a template for installation... I ended up using another measurement since the edge of the door will change after body work ( the door gaps are way roughed in).... ended up perfect... 29 .5 inches from the top hinge - check it out.

[Erik W. Treves]

Air scoop installed … no going back now :) Still some trimming to do and some centering... but the hood opens and closes .. now have to notch it for the linkage and open up the hole for the painter.

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[Erik W. Treves]

Ready for paint!

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[DamnYankee]

Erik, Are roll up windows standard with the truck kit? Are they fully functional in your opinion?
thx

[Erik W. Treves]

Not sure about the roll up windows...

but they work good.

https://youtu.be/ZbcT1h_6XbU

[DamnYankee]

Perfect video - thanks !

[Erik W. Treves]

off to paint tomorrow!

[cnutting]

Nice work!

You built a truck in the time it took me to reassemble mine after paint. I feel shame...

[Erik W. Treves]

You have a beautiful 289.. no shame! Great job

[ThickCobra]

off to paint tomorrow!

Erik,

It was great to meet you at the LCS. Looking forward to seeing the truck in paint.

Jay

[Erik W. Treves]

Jay

yes great to meet you.... hopefully paint isn't too far off

[mpiersd]

Are you going to leave the rear links open or are they going to be enclosed with a top plate?

[q4stix]

Nice work!

You built a truck in the time it took me to reassemble mine after paint. I feel shame...

Erik build a beta Gen 3 Coupe and a beta 35 Truck in the time it took me to figure out how to stuff my drivetrain in the car. Those darn overachievers putting us all to shame ;)

[Erik W. Treves]

Well driving all over the place for 30 days … 3400 miles on the F150... Start in Alabama - Drive to the mothership FFR - come home - Drop off Truck at Wayne's - go home- drive to London Cobra Show - go home - Drive to Wayne's to pick up the chassis - go home.... finally might be getting back on schedule.... Monday the whole thing goes to the coaters.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=88080&d=1530322094

[Erik W. Treves]

Well.... get ready... here we go... final assy. … Picked up everything from powder coat.... all the parts are all pre-positioned and assembled ready to go on...

In case you don't have a trailer the chassis will fit in the back of a pick-up.... you just need to think outside the "box" a bit:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=88816&d=1531521222

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really happy with the way the wheels turned out as well...

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=88819&d=1531521225

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should have some build up pics tomorrow!!!

[Erik W. Treves]

Day 1 of re-assembly... just about got everything I wanted to get done.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=88880&d=1531606300

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[Erik W. Treves]

Day 2 moving right along...big pieces are all in...

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=89003&d=1531707174

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[Erik W. Treves]

Day 3 and 4 complete of re-assembly

Brakes are 100% complete and ready to bleed.
Fuel system has been wired and is about 50% complete
Wiring is about 70% complete
Electric steering is all in

All in all moving right along... I need to get some parts to really make some progress... battery, distributor, exhaust , ac compressor, shifter...

anyway... looks pretty cool... I am digging the rims and tires

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=89269&d=1532303914

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[Stillwater35]

Let me know how difficult it was to get the hard fuel filler tube installed? I found it to be challenging.

Everything looks great. I do like the wheel set-up you're running.

I'm back on the road for the next couple days, but should have a running go-kart very shortly. Though i expect you to pass me on progress given it's not your first kit!

[Erik W. Treves]

Another weekend done... coming right along.... really close to getting it started and finishing up the complete roller.... Driver's side floor is all in and rear waterfall … more wiring complete, exhaust has been completely re-done since the 2 inch exhaust was not up to the task.. so 2 1/2 custom pipe all done... had to redo the AC unit and tunnel since they seemed to occupy the same spot.... so notched the tranny cover and moved the AC unit a little... should work great.... more parts needed really to get much else done... so I have ordered what I think is the balance of parts needed to get this done.... hopefully in the next 2 weeks... she should be close to finished....

anyway...

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[Erik W. Treves]

Lots of progress this weekend... next weekend it should be quite a bit louder at my house with the first start.... All that is left is :

1. put fluids in
2. bleed brakes
3. Install Radiator
4. install 2 chassis grounds

in the last 2 days - I got the heater lines installed, NOS kit installed, floors in, shifter in, dizzy installed, made spark plug wires, horns installed and ran front harness, installed belt and routed AC lines (need to buy crimper). As I type it it is a lot of little work but to look at not much has changed in the big picture...

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[wallace18]

Looking good!

[herb fraser]

thats coming along great !

[Stillwater35]

I bought this one and it worked like a champ. Used 80Ftlbs on the nut and just clampled it in the vice.

https://www.amazon.com/MASTERCOOL-71550-Black-Manual-Crimper/dp/B000WBQ4U2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1533565211&sr=8-1&keywords=ac+line+crimper


Lots of progress this weekend... next weekend it should be quite a bit louder at my house with the first start.... All that is left is :

1. put fluids in
2. bleed brakes
3. Install Radiator
4. install 2 chassis grounds

in the last 2 days - I got the heater lines installed, NOS kit installed, floors in, shifter in, dizzy installed, made spark plug wires, horns installed and ran front harness, installed belt and routed AC lines (need to buy crimper). As I type it it is a lot of little work but to look at not much has changed in the big picture...

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=90755&d=1533506575

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[BillGardner]

with regard to the 29.5" measurement you used for the door latch, did you just hold the tape measure against the hinge? and is 29.5" to the first screw hole, or the center of the handle template?

[FFinisher]

with regard to the 29.5" measurement you used for the door latch, did you just hold the tape measure against the hinge? and is 29.5" to the first screw hole, or the center of the handle template?


Just put the template on the edge of the door up against the belt line. The square edge goes against the edge of the door. I would fit the door before cutting the holes for the handle.

Why do you need a measurement?

[Erik W. Treves]

So my OCD... if you do it that way and then you do the gaps on the door... I had to sand down the latch side on both...ultimately depending on how much "gap" you leave before the body guys does his thing... you could end up with one handle closer to the edge.. where if you measure it from the front of the door at the hinge... that point will never change relative to any gaps that get trimmed.... probably over thinking it... but I am also the guy running from one side of the car to other trying to see both side at the same time :)

[Erik W. Treves]

Well..... IT'S ALIVE....

THe video is like the 4th start... first actual start didn't go... I had wired up the EFI to a Accessory Circuit so the ECU and Coil lost power during crank. Then I didn't put enough gas in..... ultimately it did fire right up... sounds wicked mean.... Wifey came out and said it looks "bad a$$" … kinda surprised me cause she is normally pretty reserved about the cars...

anyway.. have to finish up the radiator so I can get some water in it and let it run for more than a few seconds at a time... then bleed the brakes, connect the drive shaft and I am ready for the body for final assy....




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMWwtJn-yg0

[herb fraser]

QUOTE : (Wifey came out and said it looks "bad a$$")
Now that's a good wife !!!!!!

[FFinisher]

Sounds NASTY!!!!!!!

[wallace18]

Sounds awesome!!!!

[Jeff Kleiner]

Oh yeah! :cool:

Jeff

[Erik W. Treves]

Rolling, rolling, rolling...

Driveshaft installed, suspension aligned, nitrous pretty much done, AC needs 2 lines to be complete... truck sounds mean as heck. A few little things to do... but ready for the paint to be done now! Then out to Wayne's place for final assembly and to turn the wheels at the "house of power" - see what he can do with NO2 :)

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=91681&d=1534768335

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[wallace18]

Looking Great!

[KDubU]

Sounds awesome! Love the engine.

[herb fraser]

That's one badass truck !

[Erik W. Treves]

Thanks!... it sounds mad.

[jceckard]

You could nickname the truck Josey, because "when things look bad and it looks like you're not gonna make it, then you gotta get mean. I mean plumb, mad-dog mean. 'Cause if you lose your head and you give up then you neither live nor win. That's just the way it is."

[Erik W. Treves]

lol

[Erik W. Treves]

Well.... I think it officially done and ready for the body... did a full walk around today and double checked everything... found a leaky driver side pipe, coolant leak and few other things here and there.

really not much more to do but wait for the painter to finish... feel like I have been behind and not hitting my marks... I wanted to be to this point by the 1st, but work really got in the way recently.... so only the weekends were productive....

in any event... instead of posting a bunch of pics..... I figured I would post another video - walk around and then idle out of the garage...I just like hearing it run, in complete confession..... it just sounds like it's pissed off mad... I just sit in the garage and rev it!

anyway... here ya go...


https://youtu.be/9MPuBr8dMZc

[dan04mcs]

Nice!

That is a wicked sounding truck.

[Erik W. Treves]

Looks like paint will be ready next week!!!! Dyno and Body time.... House Of Power …. here I come :)

[Marv]

Can’t wait to see it!

[Erik W. Treves]

ME EITHER ….lol

[Erik W. Treves]

knocking down the little stuff before I head down south... got the seats mounted (still have to work out the seat belts)…. most of the carpet is in … got a water leak I have to address and few other items but closing in on it....oh yeah and I have to fill the Nitrous tank :)


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[highroad]

Erik,
What FI system is that and scoop?

That thing sounds Bad!!

[Erik W. Treves]

it's a holley sniper with an air scoop on top from summit

[highroad]

it's a holley sniper with an air scoop on top from summit

Cool, thanks. Great looking set up and it sounds like it already runs great!

Baumann trans controller for the 4r70W?

[Erik W. Treves]

It's a build AODe

[Erik W. Treves]

cross weight complete...

ready for dyno

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=92895&d=1536446917

[Erik W. Treves]

On the rollers and then went for a quick hit..... more pics to follow....is sounds that good in real life


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2X7aOpWd8t8

[Erik W. Treves]

Long weekend...and a Monday and Tuesday.... home exhausted.... gonna hit it hard on Friday again....but it's finally coming together... I feel like pretty close to how I thought it should look.... anyway...good things happen when I go to visit with Wayne!

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[Erik W. Treves]

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[CVOBill]

Erik the truck is coming along very nice.

[wallace18]

Very nice!

[Marv]

Wow been waiting for this, fantastic. Nice paint and really coming together

[q4stix]

Looks really good! It looks sharp even without the running boards so they'll add a nice touch to the look.
Any plans to paint the butterfly blades on the intake too? Matching the body paint might be an option.

[ThickCobra]

Sold my BMW ,,,, not the HAWK coupe so don't worry....

Newly Released Boss 427 Z2 Head 535hp Ford Crate

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78280&d=1514506666



New Pro Street/Strip 4STB-E (4R70W/AODE) - w/EOD & L/U (rated to 900hp / 700 lbs/tq) ______ From FB Performance Transmissions

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78279&d=1514506665



The only used part --- 95 GT 8.8... will get completely rebuilt to new.... at $250 dropped into the bed of my truck couldn't pass it up . has 3.08's and the fluid was still purple!...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78282&d=1514506682


Some other stuff...

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78283&d=1514507425


+ some VeryCoolParts...


Lol... here we go...


http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=78281&d=1514506666

Erik,

I had picked up a mustang differential for my cobra build but went instead with the IRS. I still have the differential from a 98' Mustang, GT, 8.8 rear end. Would this work in a 35 Hot Rod truck?

[Erik W. Treves]

Looks really good! It looks sharp even without the running boards so they'll add a nice touch to the look.
Any plans to paint the butterfly blades on the intake too? Matching the body paint might be an option.

that's why they are not installed in the pic... they are getting painted body color.... :)

[Erik W. Treves]

You would have to build a custom 4-link for it like I did....the 3-link 8.8 will not work and the 4 link is too short

[ThickCobra]

Thanks.

Jay

[Erik W. Treves]

Round 2 down at Wayne's … got all the rest of the parts form the painter and was able to really get some progress made... a few things left to do and then get the glass in it...

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=94011&d=1537664027

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[wallace18]

Wow! looks great. Super job!

[Mitch Wright]

The truck looks fantastic Erik.

[Marv]

Excellent, almost there!

[Erik W. Treves]

Thank you all!!! Ready to be finished....lol

[herb fraser]

OMG, looks super !!!!!! love the whole thing !!!
Herb

[Erik W. Treves]

Had to blow the dust off


https://youtu.be/iF0S69gRseo

[frankeeski]

Sounds Wicked E!

[Jason_Rockwell]

Now that is one beautiful truck! Good job Erik!

[cgundermann]

Sounds sooo nasty!

Chris

[Erik W. Treves]

hood scoop 2.0

here are some Hood 2.0 pics... The Air Scoop seems to drive people away... so... if you pull it off I went ahead and found a "hood scoop" that be bolted "pinched" on the hood to allow for two different looks on the same truck..takes about 20 minutes to swap it out.

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[rponfick]

Eric, what did you use for your running board protection strips, and how did you attach them.
Your truck is my inspiration.
Thanks, Ralph

[Erik W. Treves]

they are stainless steel half round bars that we tig welded studs to.

[ztoolman44]

Beautiful build, congrats. If you don't mind me asking, in the end, how does the truck ride with the 4 link? I'm looking to run wider wheels similar to what you have and already have a '94 rear end I can use. I don't mind doing the fab work but I am wondering how the ride would be with a narrowed SN95 3 link versus your setup. Have you had the opportunity to ride in each type?

Thanks

[Erik W. Treves]

It rode great. No issues

[herb fraser]

Looks great ! excellent job !

[THUNDERSTRUCK]

Erik

Just wondering did you change to 4 Link for tire clearance or was there another reason. Planning on building a 35 and planning on Tubbing it Maybe

Jeff