What did you do on your roadster today?

[dallas_]

The Car looks magnificent D. The roll bar look nice against that burgundy paint. Hows the fit?

Frank,
The rollbar is really nice. I did have to cut off the DS rear brace and reweld it, but that was no problem since I had to weld in a PS rear brace anyway. My welder commented on how nice the welds are on your bar. Nice work, I love it!

[frankeeski]

Frank,
The rollbar is really nice. I did have to cut off the DS rear brace and reweld it, but that was no problem since I had to weld in a PS rear brace anyway. My welder commented on how nice the welds are on your bar. Nice work, I love it!

Do you have any shots of the car from the sides? Really want to see the wheels and tires with that paint color.

[Avalanche325]

Nice looking car, Dallas!

Let's see. I have spent an hour on the forum when I should be working. Does that count?

[dallas_]

Do you have any shots of the car from the sides? Really want to see the wheels and tires with that paint color.

This is the only one I have, but it really doesn't show the color well.

Also, keep in mind the car is not done and the gaps are not set, especially the tilt front gap.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=8919&d=1334954215

[MPTech]

seeing the side view, I now remember your tilt front-end build posts.
beautiful color and I love the tilt! Can we see some pictures with the hood open? the smoothed hood lines (on top) turn out well! :cool:

[dallas_]

Can we see some pictures with the hood open?


Thanks for the nice comments. :)

I'll post some photos when I can.

This week I'm pulling the motor out and sending it back to Ford. There seems to be an issue with the heads leaking oil into the combustion chambers. I pressure tested the crankcase and it is not an intake issue.

One of the nice things about the tilt front is that it only takes about 2 minutes to remove the whole front clip. That will make it a lot easier to remove the engine.

[dallas_]

Here are a couple of shots with it open.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=8977&d=1335285930

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=8978&d=1335285931

[MPTech]

Wow dallas! That looks fantastic! GREAT looking car! Thanks for sharing the pics.

[Ray]

Just finished detailing the Roadster in preparation for the HB-2012 show this Saturday. Found a few road dings etc. but they're going to stay.....

Ray

[GT-Tom]

Had a mobile welder come by the house and weld in my Levy 5-Link parts. Then spent the afternoon doing touch up painting on all the welded areas. Went back and read the build manual while the paint was drying between coats and realized I forgot to install the Trac Lock brackets from FFR for the solid axle. Duh..... Called Gordon Levy to confirm I need the FFR brakets with the 5-Link.......yup I needed them.
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[frankeeski]

I got a little work done on the short block. Mocked up the windage tray,the oil pump and pick-up
http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa78/frankeeski/20120419_182818.jpg
http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa78/frankeeski/20120424_190634.jpg

[PBXII]

Got the panel setup for the gauges and switches installation. Going on a block hunt for a 351w and correct 8.8 rear end next month.

[E-Ticket Ride]

Just got my hubs pressed into the rear spindles. I'll post pics once I download them from my camera.
On to mounting the spindles to the control arms.
CL

[skullandbones]

My wife, Trish, and I put the body on for the first time since almost the very beginning (more fun than moving furniture). I was so stoked to see how mean it looks with the skin on. Lots of things to make fit. Original idea to use the 15 inchers just isn't going to work so I guess it's time to order wheels and tires. And the throttle body will have to have an adapter (Trick Flow) so it will clear the hood. Oh well. It's really nice to see how the final fit will look. I'm also taking shots of the areas where components have to be like the alum trim under the door, not as critical as I thought. Now I don't want to take it off again. But it will have to come off at least one more time. WEK.

[dallas_]

Pulling my engine to send it back for warranty work. woo hoo.

[patpur]

Just got my vintage Maryland 1965 plates. Just bought the car from the finance company, it's now mine!!! That meant another Maryland MVA inspection which was done and passed on Tuesday. A load off my mind. New Smiths gauges shipped today, they'll go in in a week or two followed by some new rear axles (thanks Richard for your help on this) and a new oil pan. Been a busy week!

[UpstateCobraGuy]

Finished the Driverside of my SAI modification! Change UCA to new Mark IV 0 degree style arms and changed my front springs to 350 lbs.

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o287/YYYMMMAN2/FFR4630%20Upgrade%20Spring%2012/004-1.jpg

Pat

[dallas_]

Got the engine back. Time to start reassembling everything.

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[LuckyWinner]

Got some nice Nitto 05 tires for the car, now just waiting for Shelby Cobra Bullit wheels that are on back order.

[PaulW]

Spent the day runjning fuel lines and wiring so it is ready for the Powerjection I ordered. Would have been a lot easier when it was in go-cart stage.

[SCFFR]

Performed the alignment procedure on my Quick Time bellhousing. The 12 and 6 o'clock readings were 0. The 9 and 3 o'clock readings were -0.004 and +0.006 so looks like I am good to go. As soon as I get the pilot bushing installed, will get the clutch and bellhousing bolted on for the final time.

[NICK C]

Got the short block back this weekend. Ready to put together and set in frame.
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.040 over, Eagle H rods, balanced, Edlebrock RPM heads, Comp Thumper Cam, Mass Pro FI.

[skullandbones]

Finished radiusing my wheel wells on my Mk III (pretty rough). Then I undercoated and flipped it back over the way it should be and put it on the body buck, again (never to be upside down again, I hope).

Welded the male hex fitting on the steering shaft for the quick release and made an adaptor for the modified FFR boss and the female quick release out of a peice of 3x 3/4 alum. Looks pretty good. WEK.

[Macka]

Pulled the brakes off and machined rotors, new pads to try and get it to pull up..No good, so the next thing is a booster..

[Pierre B]

Street Performer seat spats: After several years of use, I noticed the left side of the driver's seat especially was starting to show wear from having my butt scuff the fabric each time I got into the seat. The fabric there was getting a bit shiny, and I could see that was the first location on the seat to show some wear. The area in question it just below the rib cage level plastic insert that came as part of the original seat upholstery.

I made myself a snap-on black leather spat, using saddle-grade cowhide. The results looked so good and worked so well that I made a similar one for the passenger seat. I believe that, with this additoin, my Street Performers will last indefinitely. I call these pieces spats, but they are actually chafing guards as they wrap over the outer edge of the seats, and the leather tongue that holds them in place slips through the outboard lap seatbelt plastic grommet in the seat.

[dallas_]

Got the engine back in and installed an ESS fire supression system.

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[dallas_]

Hmmm.... it's been a while since I posted.

I've:
Substantially completed the build.
Inspected, registered and titled it.
Raced it.
Experienced an engine failure
Sent the engine in for repair.
Reinstalled everything.
Got it back on the road and drove it. :)

Not totally done, but after 3 years it's on the road and it's a blast to drive.
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15284&d=1360036703

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15289&d=1360036716

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15288&d=1360036710

[Martin]

I sat and looked at the pile of boxes for a few minutes before going back to my sick bed. I haven't even managed an inventory yet!

Martin

[Blue MK3]

Dallas, I'm totally overwhelmed by your lift front car. I know it's not exactly period correct, but it sure is impressive. Reminds me of my two E-Type Jags from the 60s and early 70s.

As for what I did on my car today, I took it to the car doctor. It hasn't been running right (off and on) for the past couple of months. I finally quit trying to figure it out and turned it over to a pro. Told him to do whatever it takes to make it right and not to call me until then.

Martin, maybe we need to get you in to see this doctor. May not cure you, but you'll surely feel better after looking at the candy in his shop. He was installing a built up engine he had done into a Chevy SS 396. Best paint and chrome I've ever seen. Beside it sat a 1957 BelAir two door hardtop that looked like it rolled off the assembly line yesterday (except for those wide wheels).

[dallas_]

Dallas, I'm totally overwhelmed by your lift front car. I know it's not exactly period correct, but it sure is impressive.

Thanks for the nice comment. But it is kind of period correct. The first 427 Cobra (CSX 2196) had a tilt front. That's what got me thinking about one.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15319&d=1360206342

[Blue MK3]

Dallas, I stand corrected. I recently ran across a photo of 2196, but thought it was a post-production modification. My bad. Wonder why ALL Cobras weren't built this way. If I ever make it to Dallas, I'd like to look you up and see the car.

[skullandbones]

Wish mine had a flip front end. Then I could install the wind shield much more easily. I see that mod in my future but first things first.

Today MesaMike and I put my 302 on a timing light for the first time. It ran pretty good timed by ear which turned out to be 10 degrees. So today we bumped it up to 14 and it smoothed out a little and now the computer has to think for a while. I can't wait to take it out for the first time with the body on it.

WEK.

[dallas_]

Re-did the spark plug wires. Used Accel wiring, cut to length and added wire loom to route them a bit more neatly.

http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=15565&d=1361333515

[289FIA_Cobra]

planning on replacing my master cylinder. It was a Whitby unit as part of my conversion to power brakes. From day one, it never did feel quite right and the internal valve of the MC tended to load up fluid into the rear reservoir and over time it eventually sprouted out the air hole on the Wilwood rear reservoir, while the front reservoir was getting low.

Whitby was notified and they shipped me out another MC. It's been sitting in the box all winter - just too cold to really work on it but I want it done before HB so this weekend is it.

[dallas_]

Fabricated some new front end splash panels.

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[2FAST4U]

Ordered more parts. I'm to the point that I need the kit from Bruce so I can get started

[ricobrafan]

Working on reducing heat in the cabin. Started with VHT paint on headers followed by DEI titanium header wrap. Next looking to apply EZ-Cool met to the foot boxes. Enjoying! I am.....

[Jamey769]

Got the stripes and base done, clear coat in the morning.15857

[skullandbones]

Hi Jamey,

That's an interesting color scheme. I remember painting a model car those colors lots of years ago when I was a kid. So how did you come up with that? Also, details on the color codes etc. Can't wait to see the clear coat! Is it a DIY or do you have a painter? Good luck, WEK.

Note: just remembered where I saw similar colors: new Camero.

[Jamey769]

I'm doing the paint myself. And it is the synergy green from the new cameros. The stripes are just a plane black. I'm pretty happy with it. It was between this and the new mustang color "gotta have it green". This wasn't as pale as the ford color. I'll post more pictures and codes later.

[luvaz]

Put the car up on my 2 post lift and started prepping for the Lakewood driveshaft safety loop. I got it from a forum member a while back and now that my engine swap (stock 5.0 efi to dual quad 427w) is completed, it's clearly a good time to incorporate some more safety mods. During the swap I ditched the stock bellhousing in favor of a McLeod scattershield (bought from another forum member). The D/S loop is one of those 'universal fit' versions, so to persuade it into place I'm getting to play with my HF 12ton hyd press to bend the brackets 90* and trim them up a little to fit inside the frame rails.
Bought a HF rivnut kit to attach it with, but now I'm having 2nd thoughts and may just drag the Lincoln wire feed MIG welder over and weld it to the frame. Future D/S removal can be facilitated by removing the hoop, as it bolts together on 2 pieces to the frame-welded brackets.

Next will likely be the oil leak that I think I've tracked down the source using some dye and a 'scorpion hunter' portable blacklight. Best as I can tell it's from the front of the block near the lower half of the water pump.

More to follow...;)

Thanks,
Will

[LuckyWinner]

I'm doing the paint myself. And it is the synergy green from the new cameros. The stripes are just a plane black. I'm pretty happy with it. It was between this and the new mustang color "gotta have it green". This wasn't as pale as the ford color. I'll post more pictures and codes later.

Jamey.....you took my idea (lol) I was looking at that color to on the camero and you dont see too many green cobras. Very nice. you might have someone else with that color in about a year.

[Fuel an]

New to the forum and this post. My son and I separated the body from the frame and got it on the buck on Saturday, had help from a couple of buddies. Last night after home work, we marked, photographed and removed all the aluminum panels. Looking forward to starting the front suspension this week......

[Jamey769]

Jamey.....you took my idea (lol) I was looking at that color to on the camero and you dont see too many green cobras. Very nice. you might have someone else with that color in about a year.

I wanted something different, and the synergy green is a great color. I used the ppg waterbase paint. It's just a basecoat clearcoat system versus a three part candy system. It's the first time I've sprayed a waterborne automotive paint. It sprayed out really nice. Really happy with the look. And I have no problem with another green roadster. I'm glad I'm not the only one that want's to be a little different. Plus mine was first... LOL

[dallas_]

Just a little thing, but added latches for the prop rods.

Aluminum angle cut, shaped, drilled and sanded. Spring loaded latch riveted on.
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=16081&d=1363051621


Riveted to frame and prop rod snapped in. Repeated on other side.
http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=16082&d=1363051622

[carlewms]

After considerable consternation and fretting about it, I ordered the 347 Stroker instead of the 390 BB.

[Jeff Kleiner]

What did you do on your roadster today?

Sigh... Noticed how dusty the poor thing has gotten since I last had it out a couple of months ago:

http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj43/jkleiner/Aaron5171/100_3651.jpg

Probably should have covered it up again but oh well. First points event of the season is next weekend so as long as the weather cooperates I'll hose it off, check tire pressures and go have some fun :cool:

Jeff

[skullandbones]

Installed the hood latches. Took longer than I thought. I kept measuring one thing and then another but finally decided it was OK and just drilled the holes. It was a bit more tenious than I imagined but after it was done, looks good and works well. The equipment such as throttle body and foot box made me extremely nervious until I did some more measuring and found that everything cleared but just barely on the passenger side latch. One step closer to the DMV!:cool::cool:

Note: Thanks to Gumball for the mod and SCFFR for the grommet suggestion.

[skullandbones]

Got the trunk and trunk latch installed with those tricky little Z brackets. Still have a lot of trimming on the trunk to get it to lay in the body flange.

Did the two door latch mods and started to install them. Having some trouble but should be able to finish in the AM.

[fubar94]

Mosier rear end arrived today. So it has been uncrated, cleaned and primed. The first coat of paint goes on tomorrow! So happy to be working on my dream!

[Jamey769]

Getting things prefit. Ordering the engine and trans next week. Then it's pull the body off again. 178511785217853

[skullandbones]

Just completed the MVD process so I have a legally registered roadster (1965 SHELBY). The lady said she was going to call it a FORD but the night before she did some research and found that Shelby America built roadsters thru 1967 so on her own she gave it that designation along with the SOCON next to it. One more cool thing to show my friends. Took a drive up the lake hwy and calibrated my speedometer.

I'm driving in gelcoat this summer (coat of hot rod black primer) while doing the body work. It still looks pretty sexy even without color. Lots of insulation, carpeting, and other tasks to do yet.

WEK.

[carlewms]

I started the build on April 8th.

As of yesterday, the steering, suspension and brakes are completed.

Basically I have turned the stuff from this pile of boxes.

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Into this

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Carl

[2FAST4U]

Bought a plastic longblock from Summit Racing so Bruce can mockup the new engine mounts

[Johnc1]

Drop my seats off at the upholster and installed a temp set. Did I mention it is going to be 76 degrees in NC tomorrow? I feel a ride coming on.;-)

[tkrupinski]

Very nice color combo. That green is amazing in the sun.

[tkrupinski]

Cut the crooked hood scoop out of the hood and bonded in a new fiberglass one. Hope to have it painted soon and wrap this build up.2439424393243922439524396

[dallas_]

C'mon, let's see some updates. :)

[carlewms]

I have looked through the threads for information on how to wire a one wire alternator ... and I am confused even more now (probably more paint fumes).

Here is how I have it wired so far ...

https://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a5d611b3127ccee9a9e1f8da9700000030O09AaOGbRo2bA9 vPhg/cC/f%3D0/ls%3D00006064438420150831004109511.JPG/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

Is this correct?

Thanks in Advance,

Carl

[Jeff Kleiner]

My home region finally got our venue back after being shut out all season while it was repaved so I went out and did battle (and won :) ) on the new surface!

https://scontent-ord1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/11933411_10204090582336615_2943401851567811059_n.j pg?oh=659ca40f55d65cc466d101f1b1392fe6&oe=565F10BA

Cheers,
Jeff

[cobrajj]

Installed Cobra Earl's roll bar headrests. Had to notch the top plastic shell to allow for clearance of the bows on my Doug's Roadster Top.

[dallas_]

Replaced my old upper radiator hose with the nice Breeze stainless one.

Beautiful day here today so then I took it for a drive. :)

[Bad Moose]

Lost a rear header bolt and blew an exhaust gasket. I believe that's it. Yippee.

Now shopping for header bolts and gaskets. Any suggestions for a Rousch 427R 351W?

And confirmed my metco driveshaft hoop. Been an expensive day, but on the bright side got to drive it!

[chopthebass]

Successfully made a hood pin.
http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh562/cobra427427/Cobra%20Build/IMG_0277_zpsktxzkyqw.jpg (http://s1252.photobucket.com/user/cobra427427/media/Cobra%20Build/IMG_0277_zpsktxzkyqw.jpg.html)
http://i1252.photobucket.com/albums/hh562/cobra427427/Cobra%20Build/IMG_0278_zpsytrihg2j.jpg (http://s1252.photobucket.com/user/cobra427427/media/Cobra%20Build/IMG_0278_zpsytrihg2j.jpg.html)

[rmiller64]

Had the front end and rear fenders on 8442 covered in SunTek clear film. Graduation pics coming soon

[skullandbones]

Just got back from vacation so I'm behind a bit. I removed my cool air system that was running out to the nose. I replaced it with just the KN filter at the TB. I'm getting ready to change over to a 8 stack ITB induction so lots of changes are in the works. I got rid of my MAF, BAP, EGR and some harness wiring to the O2 sensors when I changed over to the new Stinger tunable computer and wide band AFR gauge (tuning is going great). Now I will be really cleaning up the engine compartment when the new manifold is installed (due this week). I will have to fashion a "reverse turkey pan" to take care of the ITBs breathing (don't like the individual filters. I've never seen one on a Cobra but it seems to work in my head. It will sit on the tops of the ITBs that is the flat filter will but will go up with the hood open).


Also, adjusting the ride height a little bit in the rear while the roadster is up on the lift. It is settled a little. Looking at my next suspension project already which will involve moving the shock and LCA brackets inboard to make the LCAs more parallel with the frame rails (suspected small bind in the LCAs). Will have to add spherical rod ends in front to give some adjustment but try to keep the rear bushing with a little massaging of the bracket.:cool::cool::cool:

Having fun in general working on the car and still driving before it gets too hot.

WEK.

[carlewms]

Thanks to CraigS ....

Craig admiring his work ...

https://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a6da03b3127cceebb96c46da0b00000030O09AaOGbRo2bA9 vPhg/cC/f%3D0/ls%3D00006064438420160422151438022.JPG/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

Carl day dreaming ....

https://im1.shutterfly.com/media/47a6da03b3127cceebb9853e9a9f00000030O09AaOGbRo2bA9 vPhg/cC/f%3D0/ls%3D00006064438420160422151441697.JPG/ps%3D50/r%3D0/rx%3D550/ry%3D400/

I needed to get the body on to check the position for the cutouts for the side pipes, the amount to trim on the rear wall of the Breeze "Cubby" and to check dash position.

Carl

[6t8dart]

I decided on a color for my engine, before I could change my mind again, i sprayed the block, timing cover, and pan....Black!

[frankeeski]

We did what you're supposed to do with these cars, we drove the crap out of them today. We started off with a hearty breakfast at Maniac Mikes and hit the raod for a couple hours and had some fun.

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa78/frankeeski/20160501_085613_zpsisovrli7.jpg (http://s200.photobucket.com/user/frankeeski/media/20160501_085613_zpsisovrli7.jpg.html)

We had one builder that had never even ridden in a Roadster even though he's having his finished up right now. It was a treat to see the smile plastered on his face. He'll be wearing that smile at least a few more days.

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa78/frankeeski/20160501_094856_zpsutokc8hs.jpg (http://s200.photobucket.com/user/frankeeski/media/20160501_094856_zpsutokc8hs.jpg.html)

And one shot from inside our car looking out the front windscreen.

http://i200.photobucket.com/albums/aa78/frankeeski/20160501_094801_zpsdwotmfoe.jpg (http://s200.photobucket.com/user/frankeeski/media/20160501_094801_zpsdwotmfoe.jpg.html)

[Hottrodder427]

Looked at it lol parts arriving tomorrow but the last week I've been doing body work

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Busy day today.

We had our monthly Triangle Cobra Club coffee this morning. Clipped off a fender liner that had come loose. Then went for a tech inspection for the upcoming season.

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazine.com-vbulletin/850x566/80-techok1_337a53d525ca3f234b01451fbef19b720e91421d.j pg

Car & personal safety equipment all passed & am good to go. :smile2:

When I drove out to the coffee was wearing a leather jacket. By the time I was on my way home from the inspection was rolling down the interstate at a nice steady 80mph (3000rpm) in a Tee Shirt enjoying some 75*F weather with a strong Carolina sun shining down.

Last business of the day was to install carpeting on the sides of the trunk. Will do the floor & reinstall the liner tomorrow.

[NiceGuyEddie]

129549

It was last Sunday, but "here's what I did to my roadster today."

I DROVE IT THOUGH A RIOT IN DOWNTOWN LONG BEACH

I had no idea there was a "march" in town that day. Unfortunately, the peaceful march turned into a riot on my very block. You may have seen it on TV. As I returned from a "Sunday Drive" I drove right into it, and the fastest route to safety was a few more blocks to the apartment parking garage door. (I was on a 1-way street and there was no way to turn around.) Needless to say, I didn't stop for red lights.

I made into the garage and as the metal gate closed behind me there were people carrying pipes and baseball bats. The other car was in a public garage across the street, and fearing it being damaged I took the risk of running across the street and bringing it into the apartment basement garage. It took some work but I was able to squeeze both cars into our corner single parking spot.

Could be the first Cobra to survive a riot! I'm not making a joke of the situation, I was scared sh_tless!

The strange irony is I thought about you guys, since a few of you have been saying, "You need to drive that thing more." So I did!

It was a nice drive though Huntington Beach, up and down PCH. Bad timing. :)

[NiceGuyEddie]

OK – BEFORE my experience above, over a period of 3 months, I spent probably 60 hours on a "15-year refresh of #4453”


Full detail including engine bay, engine bay aluminum, wheels-off cleaning wheel-wells, brakes, sidepipes, car underside, all plastic and all chrome including the door hinges
Taped down at least 12 spots where the carpet was coming up. The carpet tape was dry and crusty
Straightened out the steering wheel (it was off a wee)
Rubber tubing over the trunk pin (trunk was shaking up and down)
Touch up a few paint chips on the nose
Re-painted (by hand) the fronts of the sidepipe hangers (they were "sandblasted")
Replaced about a dozen rusty black oxide hardware bits with stainless steel
Checked all suspension nuts & bolts
Front end lube
New door, trunk, and hood D-gaskets
New overflow tank clear tubing (just in case, required partial coolant drain and re-burping)
Dreamed of MK4 Roadster seats

[toadster]

129549

It was last Sunday, but "here's what I did to my roadster today."

I DROVE IT THOUGH A RIOT IN DOWNTOWN LONG BEACH

I had no idea there was a "march" in town that day. Unfortunately, the peaceful march turned into a riot on my very block. You may have seen it on TV. As I returned from a "Sunday Drive" I drove right into it, and the fastest route to safety was a few more blocks to the apartment parking garage door. (I was on a 1-way street and there was no way to turn around.) Needless to say, I didn't stop for red lights.

I made into the garage and as the metal gate closed behind me there were people carrying pipes and baseball bats. The other car was in a public garage across the street, and fearing it being damaged I took the risk of running across the street and bringing it into the apartment basement garage. It took some work but I was able to squeeze both cars into our corner single parking spot.

Could be the first Cobra to survive a riot! I'm not making a joke of the situation, I was scared sh_tless!

The strange irony is I thought about you guys, since a few of you have been saying, "You need to drive that thing more." So I did!

It was a nice drive though Huntington Beach, up and down PCH. Bad timing. :)

damn! glad you're ok!

[Vspeeds]

129549

It was last Sunday, but "here's what I did to my roadster today."

I DROVE IT THOUGH A RIOT IN DOWNTOWN LONG BEACH

I had no idea there was a "march" in town that day. Unfortunately, the peaceful march turned into a riot on my very block. You may have seen it on TV. As I returned from a "Sunday Drive" I drove right into it, and the fastest route to safety was a few more blocks to the apartment parking garage door. (I was on a 1-way street and there was no way to turn around.) Needless to say, I didn't stop for red lights.

I made into the garage and as the metal gate closed behind me there were people carrying pipes and baseball bats. The other car was in a public garage across the street, and fearing it being damaged I took the risk of running across the street and bringing it into the apartment basement garage. It took some work but I was able to squeeze both cars into our corner single parking spot.

Could be the first Cobra to survive a riot! I'm not making a joke of the situation, I was scared sh_tless!

The strange irony is I thought about you guys, since a few of you have been saying, "You need to drive that thing more." So I did!

It was a nice drive though Huntington Beach, up and down PCH. Bad timing. :)

Glad you're OK.

I commuted in my car last Saturday and I park in the Police Headquarters building in San Francisco. There were several looting incidents and fires near Market Street. Thank goodness the mob didn't protest at the HQ building!

[Vspeeds]

I got off work on Wednesday and am off for the next 4 days. When I got home I realized I left my wallet at work. So on Thursday, at 8:00 am I drove from Elk Grove CA to San Francisco, 100 miles. It was a beautiful day so after I picked up my wallet, I went down memory lane. Visited my old neighborhood that I grew up in in SF and visited my schools, elementary, middle, and HS. Then I decided to continue south on Highway 1 to Half Moon Bay which is another 25 miles. Had lunch then started back north on Highway 1. Hung out at Ocean Beach in SF and Golden Gate Park. Then heard a protest was scheduled in Golden Gate Park and I don't want to be a part of that so I hopped back in the cobra and went north over the Golden Gate Bridge. Hung out in Marin/Sausalito and left at about 5pm. Then took the back roads back home. Got home around 8pm and the temperature was 100* Fahrenheit! Total of just under 300 miles. Here is a picture of my tan line from my watch.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=129570&d=1591420442

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=129569&d=1591419670

[WBILB]

Wanted a deeper glove box then the dash board set up allows so I went this way. Box is from Crownline PN 40213/230. They are available in various finishes (carbon, black, silver etc.) so be sure to look around for all the choices. 129571 129572129573

[mikey likes it!]

Installed turkey pan...

[Mark K]

I got off work on Wednesday and am off for the next 4 days. When I got home I realized I left my wallet at work. So on Thursday, at 8:00 am I drove from Elk Grove CA to San Francisco, 100 miles. It was a beautiful day so after I picked up my wallet, I went down memory lane. Visited my old neighborhood that I grew up in in SF and visited my schools, elementary, middle, and HS. Then I decided to continue south on Highway 1 to Half Moon Bay which is another 25 miles. Had lunch then started back north on Highway 1. Hung out at Ocean Beach in SF and Golden Gate Park. Then heard a protest was scheduled in Golden Gate Park and I don't want to be a part of that so I hopped back in the cobra and went north over the Golden Gate Bridge. Hung out in Marin/Sausalito and left at about 5pm. Then took the back roads back home. Got home around 8pm and the temperature was 100* Fahrenheit! Total of just under 300 miles. Here is a picture of my tan line from my watch.


I love that shot of GGB with your car in the foreground, Eddie. Is that from Horseshoe Bay on the Marin side?

- m

[Vspeeds]

I love that shot of GGB with your car in the foreground, Eddie. Is that from Horseshoe Bay on the Marin side?

- m

Yes it is Mark. Fort Baker @ Horshoe Bay near the US Coast Guard Station. That’s a popular location for professional vehicle photos/adds

[tonywy]

That looks great ! I plan on making my own and going to use that same two piece design.

[NiceGuyEddie]

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First snakebite in 15 years. I can hardly believe it. Just a wee touch and it's really, really bad. I won't post a picture but I'll show where it happened - Huntington Beach pier.

Hurts like hell. I expect a permanent scar in at least part of the area. When it heals I'll think of some sort of a tattoo.

[Lancaster Lad]

That is why I am working on rear exhaust sim to original street.
70 and not as limber.

[toadster]

Finally getting some panels on! Putting the temp/sound deadener first!

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[Chopper]

I recently changed to a Tilton 3 chamber brake/clutch reservoir. Made a (low) pressure cap that I have seen other builders (such as Edwardb) use, and bled the brakes. Works great!

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[cfriedman67]

Painted my doors for the second time in two weeks.

[Kmcallahan]

I did not do anyting on the car but, did some online research for insulation for the cockpit & trunk.

[Kmcallahan]

Finally getting some panels on! Putting the temp/sound deadener first!

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I wish i would have done this before i riveted my panels, great Idea.

[BEAR-AvHistory]

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazine.com-vbulletin/766x563/80-final_mock_up_82830bc566c465bcd22e97fb987ae7e0bc55 0243.jpg

5th year 12,000 mile cleanup & up grade.

Final mock up of new dash panel with custom gauges, recovered console & transmission cover. Remaining 4 dash switches will go in as its installed in the car. Have to run some sensor leads & it will be good to go. Will stick the snake & Cobra script once its in the car.

Previously had done over the virus lockdown:

https://www.ffcars.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=1920,height=192 0,fit=scale-down/https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/midpoints-jpg.358883/

Current status of rainy days & virus lock-down project. New NITTO NT01 275 & 315X 17" tires on the car, brake pads changed HAWK HPS

TO DO - fresh oil, oil filter & coolant, new oil pan gasket windage tray, new flywheel, pressure plate, friction disk, throw-out bearing, pilot bearing, fresh transmission fluid. Carpet trunk.

DONE - Steering Shaft was the last thing I needed to take out before I start putting it back together. Fresh rear end fluid, new dash panel & covering, new transmission covering, new console covering, plastic toggle switches replaced with metal ones, twin dual range USB ports added to transmission cover, new custom instruments, sensors & sensor wiring.


Some help on this question anyone:

Have new Centerforce Billet Steel flywheel 700215, Centerforce DF148500 Dual Friction Clutch Pressure Plate and Disc Set, Tremec Bellhousing TCCM 1899, Ford cable pull throw-out fork XR33-7515-AA.

Looks like an adjustable pivot ball. What is the correct height & how is it measured?

Last old dash panel is gone but have a complete set of working instruments & sensors if anyone is interested.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazine.com-vbulletin/860x645/80-carplay_764481d3fe15b7840998a3437cd9a95efb7286c0.j pg

[GoDadGo]

Had The Final Sprayout (Painted) Yesterday!

[Mark Reynolds]

Retrieved the car from storage!

[SSNK4US]

Nothing lol :(

[toadster]

buttoned up the passenger footbox :)
it's shiny because I wiped it down, but it will be matte finish like the firewall
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[BEAR-AvHistory]

Pruned the old Autometer gauge wire from the RF harness. Covered three SpeedHut sensor leads, Oil temp, Oil pressure & Water temp in a single split loom & ran it up into the dash area.

[Bobby Doug]

Started a thorough cleaning to get ready for a car show (non judged) this Saturday.

[Mick40]

Well I just received a cover, perfect fit.

[toadster]

Well I just received a cover, perfect fit.


wow that's nice! what's the $$ on the double hoop setup like that?

[Mick40]

$319.00. I know many have purchase covers for significantly less. I just thought given the money I have spent, whats a few more $$$. My build was over the course of 10 years so, as Jonny Cash sang, " once piece at a time" . However, it's did cost me more than a dime.

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Finished wiring the dash & clipping back the RF harness. Will see if I can hook it up tomorrow.https://www.ffcars.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=1920,height=192 0,fit=scale-down/https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/wired-jpg.359231/

[GTBradley]

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First snakebite in 15 years. I can hardly believe it. Just a wee touch and it's really, really bad. I won't post a picture but I'll show where it happened - Huntington Beach pier.

Hurts like hell. I expect a permanent scar in at least part of the area. When it heals I'll think of some sort of a tattoo.
Got my third one for the season...and it’s only the first full season. Thought I was over that, as I always remember to step clear when wearing shorts, but this last and worst one was because a storm was blasting in and I was in a hurry to get out and open my garage door.

Michael Francuck’s solid, polished heat shields are coming next week.

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Only got hit once in my life back in 1967 but it was a StingRay Stinger not a snake bite. Still remember it.

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazine.com-vbulletin/580x435/80-vettefull_0a3c0ea729f272491cdd673b0ef60e55edf63e4a .jpg

No shields were available for the pipes which were the track units not the typical ones you see on most generation 2 cars. Ordered the Cobra shields at the same time as I ordered the car. Taking no chances:D

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Connected & heat shrink wrapped dash wires up the wazoo. Almost done with it.

https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/90-jpg.359269/

[Cobradavid]

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazine.com-vbulletin/580x435/80-vettefull_0a3c0ea729f272491cdd673b0ef60e55edf63e4a .jpg


IMHO this is the most beautiful car to come from the Bowtie guys!


What did I do on my Cobra today? Blew a bunch of sawdust off of its double-layer cover. I've been doing a bunch of woodworking this week. :)

David

[BEAR-AvHistory]

IMHO this is the most beautiful car to come from the Bowtie guys!


What did I do on my Cobra today? Blew a bunch of sawdust off of its double-layer cover. I've been doing a bunch of woodworking this week. :)

David

Agree, It was a great ride. Ran from the Jersey Shore to Wall St. & back for over 25 years when I was in country. Also a regular runner at Englishtown Raceway Park. Had numerous Small, Mighty Mouse, Big Blocks & Muncie's over the years. Delivered as a 435BHP, Tri-Power, solid cam 427. Two favorite motors home built Mighty Mouse 406 Ci & 1970 350 LT1 370BHP solid lifter create motor short block with ported double hump heads with Victor Jr. intake.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=130185&d=1592533292

406 Ci Mighty Mouse on the hoist

Car peaking in at the lower left is a 1981 Datsun 280ZX T-Top that my brother in law & I cut down into a convertible. The trunk lid was made by removing the window & welding in a piece of sheet metal on what used to be the lift gate & laying it down flat.

It saw my 3 girls through HS & college. The youngest kept it for her first job & when it came back to me I ran it for a while here in NC then gave to to "make a wish" when I needed garage space to build the Cobra.

[Avalanche325]

Prepping for a new set of tires. Cleaned the wheels, removed the weights and sticky stuff. Changed the rear fuel filter. Did some cleaning and touch-up painting on the rear suspension.

[MVRight]

130219 Epoxy primer

[GTBradley]

Set my traveling partner up with a safety harness:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=130214&d=1592598250

[bmackrell]

$319.00. I know many have purchase covers for significantly less. I just thought given the money I have spent, whats a few more $$$. My build was over the course of 10 years so, as Jonny Cash sang, " once piece at a time" . However, it's did cost me more than a dime.

what brand is it? website?

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Trial fit for new dash & installed the trunk lid struts.

https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/trialfit-jpg.359305/

https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/trunkstrurs-jpg.359304/

Struts hold lid OK @ 28lbs each but think 35lbs would be better.

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Finished wire prep for console stuff, transcover USB ports & installed a new Satellite antenna for GPS instruments. Moved bailout fire extinguisher to rear bulkhead from old position on the trans tunnel cover.

https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/wireconsol-jpg.359349/

https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/bunnys-jpg.359350/

Grandson lent me his Bunny to help out with the work.:)

Next is install oil pan then the new clutch. Once the clutch & transmission are in will go back & finish the interior.

[PG_Cobra]

After 19 years 3.55s are out and 3.08s going in. I changed 5th on my T5 to .83 last year, now for the axle ratio.

[GoDadGo]

1. Reinstalled The Hood!
2. Reinstalled The Grill!
3. Reinstalled The Center Review Mirror!
4. Reinstalled The Roll Bars!
5. Reinstalled The Roll Bar Gomits!
6. Reinstalled The Licence Plate Mount!

[Jdav]

Swapped from the terrible j-pipe design to new full length headers: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?36556-Swapping-Coyote-Headers&p=417731#post417731

[GFX2043mtu]

Well not today but yesterday I dropped in the redone motor and got it running after the first one blew at 200 miles and I had to wait a year almost to the day to get it repaired. A little bitter yes... yes I am.

[Al_C]

Caved in to pressure and removed the front license plate:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=130879&d=1593632675

I do admit it looks better this way...

[GTBradley]

Caved in to pressure and removed the front license plate:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=130879&d=1593632675

I do admit it looks better this way...
:( and I thought we were front license plate buddies:(

[GTBradley]

Finished wire prep for console stuff, transcover USB ports & installed a new Satellite antenna for GPS instruments. Moved bailout fire extinguisher to rear bulkhead from old position on the trans tunnel cover.


Grandson lent me his Bunny to help out with the work.:)

Next is install oil pan then the new clutch. Once the clutch & transmission are in will go back & finish the interior.

Just a word of caution, your car may have been taken over by a Sentinel...

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[BEAR-AvHistory]

Just a word of caution, your car may have been taken over by a Sentinel...

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Not to worry. He got close but had a noisy activator. Stopped him with a quick AP burst from my M4 then fried his electronics with my DL-44.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=130922&d=1593649052

Laser trimmed the tentacles to make my connector covers & all was well. Glad he stumbled by. Need longish connectors because of the way I set up the dash.

https://www.ffcars.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=1920,height=192 0,fit=scale-down//media/dashtop.45138/full

4 screws two on each side go into the Everson under tray from the dash bottom flange. The top of the dash fits between the body lip & cross bow square tube.

The console presses it up locks it in place & is secured by 4 black upholstery screws two on each side into the upper trans square frame tube. The long connectors let me get behind the dash by taking out the screws, sliding the console back along the tunnel cover without having to disconnect any wires.

There is enough room to coil the lines & loosely zip tie them.

[GoDadGo]

7. Reinstalled & Aligned The Trunk!

[GFX2043mtu]

Well not today but yesterday I dropped in the redone motor and got it running after the first one blew at 200 miles and I had to wait a year almost to the day to get it repaired. A little bitter yes... yes I am. P.S thanks Jim for the help with getting the car back running another set of hands is always helpful.

[Boydster]

Replaced the stock F5 supplied 1850cfm elec fan with a Flex-a-lite Flex Weave LoBoy 3000cfm. Had issues with the 427 temps crawling up when moving slow, but cools off nicely at speed. Looks like its staying cool now!

[GTBradley]

Replaced the stock F5 supplied 1850cfm elec fan with a Flex-a-lite Flex Weave LoBoy 3000cfm. Had issues with the 427 temps crawling up when moving slow, but cools off nicely at speed. Looks like its staying cool now!
With 3000 cfm you may be able to move the car without starting it!

[Bobby Doug]

I drove it and filled the tank.

[Railroad]

Installing windshield wipers, currently fighting the drivers side wheel box. I cannot get enough threads through the fiberglass to get the nut started. I cleaned the bedliner off the bottom of the fiberglass, slotted the hole a little more, etc.
I am considering shortening the rubber spacer. I got the passenger side, but almost got the hole too large.
Anyone got any tricks or advise on getting this done, before I start modding parts?

[GTBradley]

Installing windshield wipers, currently fighting the drivers side wheel box. I cannot get enough threads through the fiberglass to get the nut started. I cleaned the bedliner off the bottom of the fiberglass, slotted the hole a little more, etc.
I am considering shortening the rubber spacer. I got the passenger side, but almost got the hole too large.
Anyone got any tricks or advise on getting this done, before I start modding parts?
Shortening the spacer works fine and is what I had to do on the driver’s side.

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Light work day today.

https://www.ffcars.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=1920,height=192 0,fit=scale-down/https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/windagetray-jpg.359542/

Windage Tray & extended rear sump pickup installed.

https://www.ffcars.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=1920,height=192 0,fit=scale-down/https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/oilpan-jpg.359543/

Rear Sump 8QT oilpan installed

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Family stuff most of the week. This morning cleaned the preservative off the new flywheel & pressed in the locating dowels. Cleaned the preservative off the pressure plate & re-glued a few lose places on the dash where the FFR vinyl delaminated from its backing. Rough cut the trunk carpet. Did the sides years ago but never did the floor. Driving time got in the way.

[bobm488]

CHP inspection completed last Thursday. Didn't even have to take it off the trailer.
Where are you guys mounting your FFR VIN tag?

[GTBradley]

CHP inspection completed last Thursday. Didn't even have to take it off the trailer.
Where are you guys mounting your FFR VIN tag?
Great! So, are you saying that you'll put your VIN tag on yourself? Edit** Sorry, just realized you said FFR VIN tag, here's where I put mine:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=131684&d=1594593003 https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=131685&d=1594594188

[BEAR-AvHistory]

My tags were put on my the NCDMV inspector after she checked my bill of sales against the engine, trans & main kit numbers. She stuck one on the square tube next to the FFR serial # & the second on the chassis X member. I had the number engraved on the FFR builder plate & riveted it to the DS footbox.

[TMartinLVNV]

I looked under the front end and noticed my power steering R&P leaking from under the bellows on the passenger side. 300 miles :(

Going to take pics and send to F5 to see if they will replace.

[bobm488]

Great! So, are you saying that you'll put your VIN tag on yourself? Edit** Sorry, just realized you said FFR VIN tag, here's where I put mine:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=131684&d=1594593003 https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=131685&d=1594594188

I dropped off my FFR VIN tag today to have the VIN number engraved, VIN No. same as my frame number, so yes it will be on their twice. I’m going to mount it where you did.

[BEAR-AvHistory]

FWIW. Was refilling the coolant & thought this might be worthwhile to post. A good swap to eliminate the FFR corrugated upper hose is an F-150 COYOTE upper hose. FORD F150 COYOTE top hose trimmed at the blue tape is an exact fit in the MK-IV.

https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/tophosea-jpg.359662/

With the FFR type overflow tank you can splice in the FFR fill port.

https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/f150ffr-jpg.359660/

Anyone with a COYOTE & an expansion/fill tank like the MOROSO unit or a factory GT tank can eliminate the FFR top hose thingie with the fill section spliced in.


https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/tophose-jpg.359659/

[BEAR-AvHistory]

5 years later killing time waiting for a part I got around to finishing the trunk. Was moving boxes around & came across the material I had bought back when I was building the car

https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/trunknew-jpg.359830/

[ThreeSpore]

I got my headers from George over at Gas-N for my 347. Guys have been doing it hard with a lot of downtime, and I am just chuffed to see them here. George is a A+ guy, who kept me informed every step of the way with the 100% unavoidable delays. Now I cant wait until the side-pipes get here!

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[toadster]

started the fuel lines


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[BEAR-AvHistory]

Took a break from the COBRA & did something I said I absolutely would not do. Mod the Z4. Was checking for leaks etc when this horror hit my eye. A reasonably expensive car with portable baby highchair support braces. They had to go. Got two CNC cut solid bars from BMS the guys who do the JB4 tuner kits for BMW & other makes with turbos.

https://www.ffcars.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=640,height=640, fit=scale-down/https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/moters-jpg.359858/
Portable Baby Highchair Braces. A hollow tube with squished ends.

https://www.ffcars.com/cdn-cgi/image/format=auto,onerror=redirect,width=640,height=640, fit=scale-down/https://www.ffcars.com/attachments/newbrace-jpg.359859/
BMS CNC solid bar braces

[Joel Hauser]

This week I installed 35mm wheel spacers behind the rear wheels, and new rear springs. The rear wheels on my roadster sat about 2 inches into the wheel well. I am using the stock 1996 mustang rear end, with original mustang wheels. The spacers do a nice job filling up the wheel well. Unfortunately, with the wheels pushed out 35 mm, the tire would rub on the fender when I hit a bump or cornered hard. Dan at Factory Five recommended that I install new rear spring; he thought the original 25 year old springs might be worn out. (Why didn't I think of that ?) I found some new moog brand springs on ebay and installed them. The car looks much better, I think, and has a much stiffer/less mushy ride. I did not cut the new springs down as described in the build manual. I did, however, grind them a little so they will screw onto the FF spring mount. I'm pleased with the results.

[Rdone585]

Finally took pictures of the car after the most recent rebuild and fresh paint.
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[Railroad]

While waiting on delivery of the heater hose connectors for my Coyote engine, I installed the shift light. I used the Raptor and after a few tries got it programed. Had to set it to one pulse, since it reads off one of the coil pack leads. It will not read the rpm below 1000, but higher shows on the LED readout. I set the light for 7000 rpm, red line is 8000. I may go back and lower it some more.
I took the slider out from under the drivers seat. That went pretty well, except for a new hole in the aluminum floor pan. It is under the seat, so no big deal. I put a 1" square tube under the front for a little tilt in the seat. I really like where it puts my eyes and the top of my head.
I took a sanding block and knocked down some of the high seams on the body. Just bored and tired of the questions. Probably get some new ones now.
I threw the autozone car cover in the trunk. Got caught in the rain at a cruise-in.
I heard a new banging noise about a mile from getting home last trip.
I stopped and checked my new heat shields hoping I had not lost a clamp. Everything there was OK. With the car on the lift, all the suspension bolts, shocks, calipers, are tight. It would bang on a bump and was coming from the passenger rear. Bumpers still tight, body bolts still on and tight.
Will have to get the coolant connectors on and give it another ride. I have a fire extinguisher in the drop trunk hole, but it seemed captured with the other junk.
Done for the day.

[tonywy]

Got caught in a down pour, first time in four years.

[D Stand]

Test fitting dash complete. Time to wire them up!

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Still doing a lot of chasing around with the house & shopping for a Jet-Ski. Got a small amount of work done today clutch is installed.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/acurazine.com-vbulletin/850x1133/80-presplts_e3ff040567b66dc1e34908dcf4890a293cb141bc. jpg

[Raddksn]

I'm still a couple years away from ordering my Mk4! So all I can do is read threads like this!!!

[Raddksn]

subscribed!

[ggunter]

NOTHING, waiting on backordered parts from FFR.

[ThreeSpore]

First coats of lizard skin and wouldn't you know it .. 100+ degrees in Texas for the six weeks and no rain, and the day I decide to do it, it's in the 70's and raining hard. At least it popped back into the 90's and I got a little sun on it to help drying today.

[David Hodgkins]

Yesterday I paid for a replacement power module for my MKIII Mass-flo EFI. I haven't been motivated to replace my engine harness with something more modern but as luck would have it someone with more smarts than me has upgraded his ECU and harness, so I get his discard and he gets $.

Looks like I'll be on the road again soon. I'd sure like to see a how-to to get off Mass-flo. I know I'm still going to have to learn how to do it. What I have needs to go. Confidence is everything and, yeah.. Sometimes what was once leading edge turns out to have been bleeding edge:
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=112265&d=1565673440

:)

[egchewy79]

I found out that my breeze battery box won't support the weight of my car!
I was jacking up the car to do an oil change after breaking in flat tappet cam and the jack slipped off the 4" tube, forcing the entire weight of the car on the corner of the battery box.
Snapped off all the rivets and sheared off one of the screws into the 4" tube. Spent some of the day disassembling the battery box and needed to redrill and retap a hole in the 4" tube (sheared screw wasn't coming out with an ez out).
Problem fixed and oil change accomplished, several hours later.

[Fixit]

Going on a +/- 200 mile cruise with my sweetie.

[GTBradley]

I found out that my breeze battery box won't support the weight of my car!
I was jacking up the car to do an oil change after breaking in flat tappet cam and the jack slipped off the 4" tube, forcing the entire weight of the car on the corner of the battery box.
Snapped off all the rivets and sheared off one of the screws into the 4" tube. Spent some of the day disassembling the battery box and needed to redrill and retap a hole in the 4" tube (sheared screw wasn't coming out with an ez out).
Problem fixed and oil change accomplished, several hours later.
I keep hearing of jacks slipping off the 4” cross tube lately. Someone should come up with a cradle to make it easy to position a floor jack.

[egchewy79]

I keep hearing of jacks slipping off the 4” cross tube lately. Someone should come up with a cradle to make it easy to position a floor jack.

I was just thinking to myself, "that jack looks a bit off center" and that's when it slipped. should've trusted my gut.
or maybe FF could engineer a flat spot in the middle of the tube for a jack point.
or maybe i should not be an idiot and pay more attention.

[MVRight]

Noob painting. Overall, not too bad. Couple of spots going to have to fix. Beer time.

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[D Stand]

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Got the dash wrapped and tackling gauge wiring!

[capt1black]

Worked on rear, LCA and upper support attached. Took a lot of wiggling and not fun for 1 person but got it done. Now just need the back ordered shocks to finish it.

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[bobm488]

Went for a short canyon run, it was short because I noticed my gas gauge was below a 1/4. It took 14.2 gals, good thing I turned around.

[cnutting]

Finished off 2 projects; added fresh air footbox vents and wipers.

[GoDadGo]

I went into the garage, While Drinking A Hand Crafted Old Fashion which was made with 1 Brown Sugar Cube, 2 Different Whiskeys, and 3 dashes of Bitters, and looked at my car.

Does Looking At My Car While Drinking A Killer Old Fashioned Count As Doing Something?

[ej95Cobra]

Took a 250 mile cruise from Richmond Va to Blue Ridge Parkway & back; did 60 of those miles on the Parkway heading north (Big Island to Afton Mtn. I-64 east and Rt 250 back. Beautiful day and great drive.

[Fixit]

221 miles from Mpls "proper" to Alma WI and back.
Lotsa thumbs-up from kids & bikers, 19.5 average MPG... love this car!

[Fixit]

Does Looking At My Car While Drinking A Killer Old Fashion Count As Doing Something?

You're about 800 miles south of a "real" Old Fashioned... They're only served up correctly in a podunk blink-and-you-miss-it, blinker "Stop & Go" light, Wisconsin "Supper Club"!

[TMartinLVNV]

I went into the garage, While Drinking A Hand Crafted Old Fashion which was made with 1 Brown Sugar Cube, 2 Different Whiskeys, and 3 dashes of Bitters, and looked at my car.

Does Looking At My Car While Drinking A Killer Old Fashioned Count As Doing Something?

Yes it does. I have often returned home from work after a long day. Grabbed a beer. Opened the hood and just gazed. Sometimes my best ideas come to me at that time :cool:

[SJDave]

Old plug wires were still fine, but after ten years of looking at Dark Blue wires I decided it's time for RED wires that actually route and fit better than the ones that came with the engine. These are 8.5mm dia from MSD, very nice quality. I bought a wire stripper/crimper clone off Amazon for 30
60% less than the MSD brand, it worked flawlessly!

Never really liked my HOT ROD air cleaner, so decided to buy this lifetime filter K&N unit. It has a raised base but is only 2" tall. so it still has 3/4" clearance to the hood. Rumours are that it will gain you 5 to 10% HP, don't know about that but it seems to REV faster now above 5000 rpm. I like the look with the Moroso billet aluminum valve covers and and catch cans....all business!134850

[Norm B]

Made a throttle linkage change to compensate for the Snipers' initial throttle tip in. A tiny little push on the go pedal resulted in a massive increase in power. Wife was tired of getting whiplash. Nice weather today so, I am looking forward to a test drive to gauge the improvement.

[GTBradley]

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[Norm B]

We had similar weather two days ago. Some sleet and big wet snowflakes but nothing accumulated. Lows in the 30 range with a high in the low 40s. Today is much better. High of 70 and tomorrow close to 80.
Just finished a short test drive to judge my mod. Drives like a whole different car. Can smoothly pull away and accelerate from idle.

[GTBradley]

We had similar weather two days ago. Some sleet and big wet snowflakes but nothing accumulated. Lows in the 30 range with a high in the low 40s. Today is much better. High of 70 and tomorrow close to 80.
Just finished a short test drive to judge my mod. Drives like a whole different car. Can smoothly pull away and accelerate from idle.
Yeah, I bet that was thrilling before.

[RJD]

I beefed up my vinyl dash glovebox door with 1/8" textured ABS. It seemed rather flimsy beforehand. Pretty solid now.

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[Jryasko]

Had an old friend I used to work with stop by to see the build. Finalized fitting the PS door, finished fitting the hood.

[broddins]

I just cleaned the seats and trunk area. Also, the tires that I ordered from 4wheelonline last week arrived today. I will mount them and my new brake pads tomorrow.

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Torn ACL no work for a while.:mad:

[Mark K]

Torn ACL no work for a while.:mad:

Ouch! Get well soon!

[frankb]

Ouch! Get well soon!

[phileas_fogg]

Torn ACL no work for a while.:mad:

I feel your pain. I tore my ACL in 2015...right in the middle of my build.

[BEAR-AvHistory]

I feel your pain. I tore my ACL in 2015...right in the middle of my build.

Yeah, timing really sucks. Just about finished my 5 year upgrade. Still have to reinstall the transmission & its finished.

[phileas_fogg]

If you haven't had your corrective surgery yet, you can probably continue working with a brace. Consult your doctor of course.

If you have had the surgery don't take any chances! Even the arthroscopic surgery is major enough that you don't ever want to do it again. Talk with the surgeon, tell him what you want to do, and he'll give you a timeline. I asked my surgeon if I could start building again six weeks after the surgery. He told me to give me another month - so you're likely out until the spring (which, though frustrating, is not a bad thing from a healing perspective).

All the best, & a speedy recovery!


John

P.S. During an episode of "Running Wild with Bear Grylls", World Cup skier Lindsey Vonn revealed she has had five (!) ACL repairs. I can't even imagine...that's the difference between an elite athlete & us normal folks.

[jrcuz]

Friend and builder Tom came over and we removed the body. I will finish with the XMAT heat and sound barrier install then do carpet install.
JR

[OttawaFFRer]

At 42 they told me I'd have to wait until I was 50 for a new knee, do I want pain management....NO.

I'm now 49 and will stick with what I have. It scares me to step down more than a foot and jumping off the back of the truck is out of the question but too many of my friends have become crippled from the replacement

NO THANKS!

[RJD]

Had my DMV inspection today.

[BEAR-AvHistory]

All done. Decided to can the COYOTE & go full electric.

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Actually figure the wife will not go crazy if I get back to the COBRA next week. Very close to having it finished before I screwed up my leg. Car is on jack stands so should be able to do some work without using my leg.

[Jryasko]

Finished some nerve wracking work today on 9735. Finalized and cut holes in body for roll bars and windshield. FFR marks were pretty well on, windshield holes needed a little adjustment. Amazing when you finally get the body where you want it and hope your right other things line up.

[Kodiak]

Sprayed some viper red on the brake calipers & mocking up IRS .

[Blue Viking]

I needed to pull the engine down on the passenger side, and it is REALLY tight. I wanted to find a way to do it with a little more finesse and control than using a piece of wood and a BFH. Also, with headers installed, there was no room for that anyway. I drilled and tapped a hole in the side of a large nut, screwed in a piece of threaded rod, and used a part of a puller to make a tool for it. Lubricated a bit with grease, and it worked great! After pulling the mount down to the needed position, the tool allowed for the nut to be tightened before releasing tension. Very pleased with how that worked.

[RJD]

Ran 1/4" OD rubber vacuum tubing along the top channel of the windshield.

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[chmhasy]

Drove it

[Kodiak]

Installed front brakes ,Installed steering rack and drilled on the tins .

[RJD]

Went to the DMV and picked up my plates, finally. Thanks to COVID, the DMV in the northern VA area is by appointment only and you may have to wait several weeks for an opening.

[EbourqueIII]

Looks great, I really like the color choice

[white91lx50]

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Took the wife out for a lunch date at a new (to us) BBQ Joint. We haven't gotten to cruise it much this year with 2 kids, 1 being a newborn. We had a babysitter for the day, so we took advantage of the beautiful weather!

[txboiler]

I made the body buck for my to be delivered complete kit. I plan to us a hoist to lift it to the ceiling in my garage. I have 12 foot ceilings and very little space to move a "rolling" body buck out of the way. Does anyone know how much a body, doors, hood and truck weigh? The body buck I made weighs approximately 75lbs.

[NiceGuyEddie]

It's been 4 months since my snakebite and the first relatively cool day since last summer began.

I started up the car to get things circulating and up to temps.

The 6-year-old Optima battery struggled a wee, but it turned over and idled ice cold at 650rpm. (I have no choke plate.)

[Kodiak]

Fitting and drilling more sheet metal. ��

[GoDadGo]

...................I Brought Redbone Home Once More!

This Hurricane Season Has Been A Real Pain In The Neck Among Other Body Parts!

...............https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2020_Atlantic_hurricane_season#/media/File:2020_Atlantic_hurricane_season_summary_map.pn g

[John Ibele]

...................I Brought Redbone Home Once More!

This Hurricane Season Has Been A Real Pain In The Neck Among Other Body Parts!

...............https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2020_Atlantic_hurricane_season#/media/File:2020_Atlantic_hurricane_season_summary_map.pn g

That's just a bummer! I hope you've avoided the damage, in return for work and stress.

For my part, picked up 24" x 36" copies of the RF electrical schematics and some masonite sheets to mount them on yesterday, to get ready for the next deep dive into something I know nothing about.

This morning, snuck out to the garage before work to inspect all the brake lines after adding brake fluid and bleeding brakes over the weekend ... no brake fluid showing anywhere, so ready to move on.

[bobm488]

I started the process of painting my GEN 2 Coyote engine and coil covers.

[RJD]

Made a front license plate bracket. Yes, I know ... but it's the law. Besides, I had extra sheet metal left over from the build.
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Riveted to a blank plate from Amazon
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Bent and riveted that piece to the blank to give the plate some strength and forward spring loading.
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Took it out for a test drive on some rough roads and on the freeway and there was no rattle nor contact with the body. Seems pretty solid.

[bobm488]

Looks nice

[Al_C]

Gave it a good cleaning. (got caught in the rain last weekend and it was a mess) I'm afraid my season may be over and I have to put it away for winter. Hoping for another nice day...

[Norm B]

Decided the driving season was over a few days ago. Added fuel stabilizer, filled the tank, put it on wheel dollies, changed the oil, installed the top, gave the car a quick wash, put the cover on and shoved it in the corner of the garage to give my wife as much room to park as possible. Looking forward to spring already.

Norm

[David Hodgkins]

Made a front license plate bracket. Yes, I know ... but it's the law. Besides, I had extra sheet metal left over from the build.
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Took it out for a test drive on some rough roads and on the freeway and there was no rattle nor contact with the body. Seems pretty solid.

Cool!
:)

[Kmcallahan]

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[Kodiak]

Installed IRS today .

[chmhasy]

I let her sleep in the garage.

[GoDadGo]

I guess I'll move Redbone it to higher ground once more since we've got another tropical system headed our way.

NOLA Weather:
https://youtu.be/WcbwBnDIUCc

Houston Weather:
https://youtu.be/u3RRXpYBUfo

The year has been a lot like 2005 down here on the Gulf Coast.

[Ponymedic]

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[Joecobr]

My j-pipe/side pipe combination on the driver’s side has been slipping down gradually due to the adjustable manifold / j-pipe connection. The poor quality rubber hanger on the side pipes is not helping either. I installed this stainless turnbuckle purchased on Amazon to suspend the system and prevent further downward movement. The system is free to move upwards as I used two chain links to attach the turnbuckle to the 3/4” chassis member. I also sourced a much stiffer rubber exhaust hanger at the local pick and pull. Fingers crossed!

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[Kodiak]

Dropped off sheet metal to powder coater.

[GoDadGo]

I brought Redbone home from my brother's house (Again).

We've stored it there for every storm (Hurricane) that came to visit us this year.
I then took my baby girl for a ride (Emma age 27) and after that, I took my pal Matt for a ride too.

To say the least, it was a very nice day so I'm now enjoying one of my favorite Tequilas because I'm out of Scotch!


Redbone:... https://www.factoryfive.com/whats-new/customer-steve-l-graduates-his-mk4-roadster/

[bobm488]

Went to breakfast with the wife then a quick canyon run.

[GoDadGo]

.I Drove The Sucker About 10-12 Miles!
Finally, No Freaking Hurricanes Came Our Way!

[D Stand]

glad you are getting a break from the weather!!

[jiriza84641]

Im telling!!

[Railroad]

Wife and I made about 50 mile local cruise. I got my 4 corner balance corrected, thanks to Jeff K.
Rear does not feel as loose in a left hander now.
I clocked my MAF sensor tube and engine feels cleaner below 3K rpm.
Brakes feel like they may be requiring less leg, 1100 plus miles. Wilwoods 6 and 4 pistons.
Checked my tire pressure and set everything to 23# per my cheap gauge. Need to go back to 22#. 23 feels like it wants to dribble a little.
No new rattles or squeaks. Wife said she kept hearing something. It was me whistling.
Got to get those Speedhut gauge lights fixed, before paint day.

[Blue Viking]

Did some more tuning of the engine after replacing the IAC valve with one that fits. Love the raspy sound of the stacks!

https://youtu.be/5-S5aoWKv58

Test fitted the body for the first time, which also was a test of the contraption I made to be able to put the body on and take it off by myself. Worked great!

[Jim Wehr]

Made a front license plate bracket. Yes, I know ... but it's the law. Besides, I had extra sheet metal left over from the build.
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Took it out for a test drive on some rough roads and on the freeway and there was no rattle nor contact with the body. Seems pretty solid.

Nice work! I am registered in VA as a 1965 with Vintage plates, so I keep my front plate in the glovebox.

[toadster]

Getting back onto it - drilled and set the passenger floor panel

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[RJD]

I started upgrading the cockpit carpeting. The Home Depot outdoor carpeting was good for the trunk, but I wanted something more plush for the cockpit.

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[GoDadGo]

I Put On My Hunting Jacket, Baseball Cap & Went For A Joy Ride & Guess What?
I Enjoyed The Drive & Embarrassed A Young Fellow In A Mustang!
With That Said, It's Good To Be The King!
Thanks For Quote Mr. Brooks!
Mel Brooks That Is!

[D Stand]

Centered the steering rack and did rough alignment!

[GoDadGo]

I Put On My Hunting Jacket & Went For Another Joy Ride Today!

When I left the house it was 39-F so it was not bad at all compared to my former motorcycling excursions.
I cruised to my pal Dave's how to see how he and Sammy were coming along on Dave's 33 HR.
They've finished the bodywork and were sanding away getting it ready for paint.
They hope to prime the car next weekend.

NOTE:...Yes Dave's Car Is Chevy Powered Thanks To BluePrint Engines!
.............The 400 Small Block Dyno Pulled Right At 517 HP!

[GoDadGo]

Took My Wife Out For Steak Night @ Restaurant Cote!

.................https://restaurantcote.com/

........It's nice to be able to be old and eat early!

[Kodiak]

Mounted the seats in .

[bobm488]

Took a nice drive into the canyon.

[Avalanche325]

I have my differential and pinion out for a bad bearing. I am going to have to pull the housing out because I cannot get the rear bearing race to go in from under the car. I even put it in the freezer. It was a PITA Royale to get the old one out.
Hopefully all back together this weekend. I am missing some sweeeeet Florida driving weather.

[RJD]

Went on a cruise along the Potomac river to George Washington's Mt. Vernon estate and back. Thanks to the Cobra Heat seat heaters, it was a pleasant ride even at 48 degrees.

[Kmcallahan]

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[Vspeeds]

Drove to work 100 miles away. Drove home the next day but took the long way home...150 miles. Added 250 total miles on the odometer this weekend.

[Joel Hauser]

I drove my roadster to the State University of New York at Albany, where I got my first dose of the covid vaccine! Thanks to the National Guard, for taking such good care of us. It was about 30 degrees out, but the roads were clear and it wasn't raining, so why not drive the cobra?

[cnutting]

Looked at my car hibernating under a cover while more snow fell. Love Boston in Feb.

[Norm B]

Removed the donor rear springs and shocks and added coil overs.

[D Stand]

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[D Stand]

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[BrewCityCobra]

Aluminum panel fitting....and more aluminum panel fitting!

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[Kodiak]

Installing weather pack terminal ends and bleeding the brake system.

[GoDadGo]

1. Looked At The Car!
2. Got In The Car!
3. Drove The Car For Over An Hour!
...On Backroads, In Town, On The Interstate & Back Home In Rush Hour Traffic
4. Parked The Car!
5. Looked At The Car!


Keep Wrenching & Pursuing Your Dream!
.....The Reward Is Worth The Effort!

[Mark Reynolds]

re-plugged in my battery tender!

[CDXXVII]

Stared at it for a long while and decided to upgrade to power steering. An idle mind is a dangerous thing.

Developed a "perfect" :rolleyes: parts list and beat the hell out of my credit card. Even got a warning about suspicious activity on the card shortly after.:cool: Cant wait for the packages to start showing up. It's been a few years since I got car parts deliveries.

Let the fun begin


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[toadster]

made some aluminum and silicone pizza :)

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[jrcuz]

No work on the car (it's at Whitby's for body/paint) so after offering my body buck and no takers I cut it up and off to the landfill.
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[Jeffcon55]

I reinstalled my wind-wings which I had etched with a "Seabee" in tribute to my father.
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[Railroad]

I started fabbing a front shield for open trailer, in prep for the trip to Kleiner.

[olson_adam]

Installed clutch stop

[GoDadGo]

I had a bad day at work so when I finished:

1. I Looked At The Car!
2. I Got In The Car!
3. Then I Drove The Car For An Hour Or So!

Now I'm sipping on my Favorite Scotch & the day wasn't quite so bad after all.

[Joel Hauser]

Installed my Metco driveshaft loop before going to work. perfect fit, simple install One less thing to worry about.

[nucjd19]

Finally got a big shipment from FFR ( Front LCA's, wheels/tires, and engine mounts)..... I Am back on track!!!!! After building out the front DS suspension my girls helped me feed the yearlings :). I am one lucky Papa.
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[Nigel Allen]

Looks like beautiful country.

[JIMOCO]

After two rotator cuff surgeries and reading the posts about the pros and cons of power steering (including one of my own), I spent the past several days installing the epowersteering system. Took a two hour cruise this afternoon and I am very pleased with the result. I am glad I did it. Next step will be an allignment to increase caster from 3 degrees to about 7. Looking forward to seeing how the car responds.

[BEAR-AvHistory]

Knee back in shape & 75*F in the garage. Restarted the rebuild with bellhousing install.

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Forte leverage bar kit on the fork, works well on a heavy clutch. Been using it for about 4 years. New 687ftlb CenterForce Dual friction 11" clutch & steel CenterForce billet flywheel.

[John Ibele]

Covered my console storage door with leather, should be able to finish the console storage by the weekend.

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[Blitzboy54]

Ground off the quad shocks and installed my 3 link

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