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Papa
12-19-2021, 01:11 PM
My radiator has sprung a leak and FFR doesn't have any to sell. If you have one you aren't using, please PM me.

Thanks,
Dave

GoDadGo
12-19-2021, 01:47 PM
Papa Dave,

Check with Speedway motors if you can't find one from a F5 Family Members.
They've got all sorts of goodies.

https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Speedway-Ford-Universal-Alum-Radiator-Cap-28-Inch-29-31-psi,475747.html

Summit Racing or Jegs may be an option too.
Good Luck!

Steve3

michael everson
12-20-2021, 05:31 AM
Check back FFR they just got a whole bunch in last week.
mike

Jeff Kleiner
12-20-2021, 08:29 AM
Dave,
Check back with FFR; although the parts catalog on the website may not show current stock they got over 400 delivered last week.

Jeff

EDIT: Oops! Seems that I missed Mike's comment saying the same thing :rolleyes:

Papa
12-20-2021, 09:07 AM
Thanks! I'll call them today.

Papa
12-21-2021, 10:52 AM
How long on average is it taking folks to get a return call after leaving a message in the "parts" voice mail box?

edwardb
12-21-2021, 11:09 AM
FWIW, Dave S said on Facebook he's directed his team to only focus on backorder (POL) shipments through Christmas. Hopefully I got that right. So new parts orders won't be shipping for a bit. Even if/when you get through. I'm personally waiting for the replacement windshield for my Coupe. They have it but hasn't shipped and apparently won't quite yet.

Papa
12-21-2021, 11:23 AM
I saw the announcement on the parts catalog website about shipping, but would at least like to get the part ordered. Is there a specific replacement radiator that will fit if I can't get one from FFR? I also ordered some epoxy to try to temporarily stop the leak until I can get a new one in the car.

Jeff Kleiner
12-21-2021, 11:35 AM
Dave,
Theoretically you can use a Mustang radiator and cap it but that would require a rework of your hoses, shroud and RH “F” panel. In other words you’re better off waiting…

Jeff

Papa
12-21-2021, 11:50 AM
Dave,
Theoretically you can use a Mustang radiator and cap it but that would require a rework of your hoses, shroud and RH “F” panel. In other words you’re better off waiting…

Jeff

I thought that may be the case. Thanks, Jeff.

Dave

ClassicHP
12-23-2021, 10:46 AM
Ordered mine this summer and finally got it last week. They are getting some in from the supplier!

Papa
12-23-2021, 11:05 AM
Ordered mine this summer and finally got it last week. They are getting some in from the supplier!

Called and left a message in their parts order voice mail box on Monday; still waiting for a call back. I know they are busy and trying to fill back orders, but I'd sure like to get this ordered soon. All calls are being routed to voice mail, so I can't even talk to someone. It's frustrating, and so unlike the Factory Five experience I've come to expect. I hope they can get ahead of these parts issues soon.

Jeff Kleiner
12-23-2021, 12:18 PM
Shoot an email also Dave. I know that out of 40 employees 6 people (including 2 tech and sales guys)are out this week…most due to COVID exposure .

Papa
12-23-2021, 12:23 PM
Shoot an email also Dave. I know that out of 40 employees 6 people (including 2 tech and sales guys)are out this week…most due to COVID exposure .

I know they're swamped. I will just be patient and let them try to get caught up. I just needed to vent a bit. :o

Papa
12-23-2021, 02:14 PM
Jeff,

I don't know if you had anything to do with it, but I was just contacted by FFR and have a radiator on order! It won't ship for a couple of weeks, but at least I know I'll have one soon.

Dave