Long Time Lurker.... getting ready to proceed.

[shmelty]

Hello Everybody,

Been lurking here on the forum for about 4 years. I have wanted to build a car since FFR introduced the 33 Hot Rod. Looks like finances, etc… will line up in the spring to pull the trigger (List below) (Just need my Harley to sell) This will be a Father/Son (Wife and Daughter too) build. My 16 year old son, Liam, has a high functioning form of Autism called Aspergers and I would like to use the build as a teaching tool and have him learn some mechanical skills + take pride in a long term project/accomplishment (and for him to "get his hands dirty”). This could also be great opportunity to work on his social skills as I know the car would draw attention at the local meets/etc… and allow him to talk with a lot of people on a topic he is passionate about.


So far Our Build Sheet looks like this:

Gen 2 33 Hot Rod Complete Kit (No Top, Hood or Engine Side Covers)
3 Link Suspension
Moser 8.8 Rear End
Chrome Tilt Column
Electric Power Assisted Steering
Roadster Seats
Rear Exit Exhaust
Blue Print SBC 383(Sniper EFI) w/ 700R4 trans
Still undecided on whees/tires.

Trying to find good powder coaters and painters in MA/RI area.

Thanks for having me!

Sean
Bridgewater, MA

[Mark Eaton]

Welcome aboard Sean! I'm very excited for you, I absolutely love building my MK4! I hope young Liam takes interest in it.

Mark

[bil1024]

Congrats! Looks like a good plan

[cnutting]

Peter at Mike's Auto Restoration in Dudley painted my 289. Very good work, reaonable price.

[FF33rod]

Welcome Sean! Sounds like a great build plan. Are you going to go to the build school? if you haven't done an FFR kit before, that definitely helps. Of course, this forum is a great resource as well. Look forward to seeing your progress and build story with your family.

Steve

[NAZ]

Write the check and mail in your order. What could possible go wrong?

Where you located? Duh, just noticed you posted your location.

[GoDadGo]

Welcome Aboard But Understand That Installing Any Chevy Style Engine Will Make These Ford Fanatics Go Frantic For Sure!

Place The Order After You Take A Little Ride Down To Visit The Good Folks At Factory Five!

Again, Welcome Aboard Fellow Dark-Sider!

[bobl]

Hello Everybody,

Been lurking here on the forum for about 4 years. I have wanted to build a car since FFR introduced the 33 Hot Rod. Looks like finances, etc… will line up in the spring to pull the trigger (List below) (Just need my Harley to sell) This will be a Father/Son (Wife and Daughter too) build. My 16 year old son, Liam, has a high functioning form of Autism called Aspergers and I would like to use the build as a teaching tool and have him learn some mechanical skills + take pride in a long term project/accomplishment (and for him to "get his hands dirty”). This could also be great opportunity to work on his social skills as I know the car would draw attention at the local meets/etc… and allow him to talk with a lot of people on a topic he is passionate about.


So far Our Build Sheet looks like this:

Gen 2 33 Hot Rod Complete Kit (No Top, Hood or Engine Side Covers)
3 Link Suspension
Moser 8.8 Rear End
Chrome Tilt Column
Electric Power Assisted Steering
Bench Seat
Rear Exit Exhaust
Blue Print SBC 400(Sniper EFI) w/ 700R4 trans
Still undecided on whees/tires.
Boyd EFI Tank

Trying to find good powder coaters and painters in MA/RI area.

Thanks for having me!

Sean
Bridgewater, MA

Welcome, you will have a blast and make lifelong friends! My grandson has Aspergers also. He helped me with my build a lot along the way. He just graduated college with an Associates degree in Welding and is doing quite well despite his social shortcomings. Welding seems to be a pretty good career for him since it's skill job that doesn't require a lot social interactions to do well.

[sethmark]

Very similar to my build. Pull the trigger... it’s great fun..