View Full Version : Quick progress pictures. 99% done
oldguy668
12-06-2011, 03:59 PM
Can you name the eight missing features?
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David Hodgkins
12-06-2011, 04:11 PM
Quik jack holes, Lic. Plate holder & light mount on trunk, trunk handle, roll bar downtubes, hood scoop, mirrors, windshield wipers, trunk hinges...
that's eight. are there more?
Sweet ride! How about an engine shot?
:)
1 roll bar 3rd leg
2 license plate light/frame
3 trunk handle
4 quick jacks
5 hood scoop
6 side louvers
7 radiator opening sheet metal is different
8 prominently displayed valid inspection sticker
9 2.5 lbs of air in the left front tire
Olli
ClemsonS197
12-06-2011, 04:16 PM
Where are the motor pics?
David Hodgkins
12-06-2011, 04:17 PM
Hood latches...
Good catch on the louvers Olli...
:)
MPTech
12-06-2011, 04:39 PM
Missing oldguy668 in the drivers seat! :D
oldguy668
12-06-2011, 04:46 PM
Olli, no sticker yet, because the registration isn't completed. I'm working on another windshield that's 2.5" lower than the stock one.
One item that's missing is SHINE. All the chrome and polished aluminum has been hit with a red scotchbrite, and the body is black basecoat with satin clear.
riptide motorsport
12-06-2011, 05:41 PM
Very nice!
Jeff Kleiner
12-06-2011, 06:14 PM
Maybe I'm a bit biased but my compliments on your choice of finish! :)
Do you happen to know what % gloss they used?
Jeff
oldguy668
12-06-2011, 07:47 PM
Jeff, it is around a 35% gloss. We just kept adding flattener until the test panels came out the way I wanted. I just cleaned off all the handprints with Windex and went over it with Meguire's Quick Detailer. It did not pick up any additional gloss, but it feels as smooth as a baby's butt.
oldguy668
12-06-2011, 07:50 PM
Crappy picture but more to come. Clean install with no wires on top. The Mustang overflow tank fits like a glove and all the stock PCV hoses dropped right on.
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oldguy668
12-06-2011, 07:58 PM
1 roll bar 3rd leg
2 license plate light/frame
3 trunk handle
4 quick jacks
5 hood scoop
6 side louvers
7 radiator opening sheet metal is different
8 prominently displayed valid inspection sticker
9 2.5 lbs of air in the left front tire
Olli
1. They are Hot Rod roll bars cut down 6"
2. I cut off the hump in the trunk lid. You can just see the LED-lighted plate frame on the lower pan
3. Trunk is triggered by a door lock actuator. Ignition key has a push-to-choke feature that energizes the actuator.
4. Hidden body mounts front and rear. The rears are a little wimpy but easy to do over.
5. I don't need no stinkin' hood scoop cause I ain't got no carburetor
6. Because I could
7. That's Mike Everson's piece. Looks good up close.
8. Coming soon
9. Not under pressure, just stretched out a little from my fat ***
ipsale
12-06-2011, 08:35 PM
Joe,
The car looks great! Yuo have really lucked out with some great November/December weather - I hope you have been able to get it out on the road!
Rob
MVRight
12-06-2011, 08:39 PM
Olli, no sticker yet, because the registration isn't completed. I'm working on another windshield that's 2.5" lower than the stock one.
One item that's missing is SHINE. All the chrome and polished aluminum has been hit with a red scotchbrite, and the body is black basecoat with satin clear.
Excellent, that's the direction I was thinking of going with the paint. Good to see an example.
Jeff Kleiner
12-06-2011, 08:50 PM
I just cleaned off all the handprints with Windex and went over it with Meguire's Quick Detailer. It did not pick up any additional gloss, but it feels as smooth as a baby's butt.
A spray bottle with an H2O/Simple Green mix along with a dry towel works well too and is about all mine ever sees. Every so often I'll hit it with the QD afterwards. Shhh, don't tell anybody though---don't want to blow my "not a waxer" persona.
It looks fantastic Joe!
Jeff
ClemsonS197
12-06-2011, 09:31 PM
Crappy picture but more to come. Clean install with no wires on top. The Mustang overflow tank fits like a glove and all the stock PCV hoses dropped right on.
Nice! Where did you mount the comp? That's a darn clean install.
Jeff Collins
12-06-2011, 09:38 PM
nice work Joe!
fact5racer
12-06-2011, 10:20 PM
Sorry, but this car is WAY TOO close to being finished to be Joe's car!
oldguy668
12-06-2011, 10:49 PM
Nice! Where did you mount the comp? That's a darn clean install.
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This location requires a few mods to the harness. Once you get into it, you'll find that a couple of the sub-harnesses need extending, which is really no big deal. The ECM goes through the firewall and sits on a block of foam that's on top of Mike's under dash panel. The hole is slightly off center to miss the dash hoop vertical support.
oldguy668
12-06-2011, 10:51 PM
Sorry, but this car is WAY TOO close to being finished to be Joe's car!
You got me again! These pictures are really a Photoshopped 1/25 scale model. My real MK4 is 60% done and for sale for $63,500.
Lynnhowlyn
12-07-2011, 08:31 AM
I don't think I've seen (noticed?) it before, but the side louver "delete" has got me thinking ...... along with the shortened Hot Rod rollbars.
Both are very subtle until pointed out and look good.
Lynn
scottns
12-07-2011, 09:37 AM
Very clean look. Looks great!
ipsale
12-07-2011, 08:47 PM
Joe,
Along with the super clean look you have some sort of clip on wiper. Did you have any issues at the saftey inspection with it? also would you mind sharing the make and model of the wiper. Thanks and once again great look on the build.
Rob
oldguy668
12-07-2011, 09:39 PM
Rob, it's from Torreson Marine, manufactured by Sea Dog.
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It requires a few strategically placed spacer blocks and it only really works when mounted as I show it. I don't know if it will pass until I go for the safety inspection next week.
FFinisher
12-07-2011, 11:07 PM
Joe, I would ditch the wiper, (even though it is pretty cool)they only need to work as designed. I have gotten 3 cars through with no wipers in MAss. They are not technically required.
Plus the inspector will be too distracted to say anything about it if his attention is not drawn to it. . ..
Can I come look at the car? I am working on a Coyote myself. Supposed to pick the Motor up at Forte's Friday.
oldguy668
12-07-2011, 11:54 PM
Ron stop by anytime. I'll PM my phone number
Someday I Suppose
12-08-2011, 09:52 AM
Joe, looks great, love the quick jack delete and other mods. Looking forward to seeing it at the open house...
_Scott
oldguy668
12-08-2011, 05:03 PM
Step two complete. Got a title, reg and plates today. $168 for plates, title and sales tax on the mail order tires. $500 for full boat insurance, including collision, liability and comprehensive, all based on an agreed value of $35,000.
Next stop is the RMV Motorist Assistance Center to get the VIN into the computer with the emissions exemption.
You gotta love it when a plan comes together.....
BTW, the insurance is through Grundy and the agent is Anthony & Malcolm, South Central Street in Haverhill (978-373-5654 ask for Fred Malcolm).
dallas_
12-09-2011, 09:12 AM
That looks dang good!
Not bad for an old guy. :)
Arrowhead
12-09-2011, 11:12 AM
I love it! Came out awesome! Are you happy w/ the Coyotte?
Richard Oben
12-09-2011, 11:23 AM
Looks great Joe, Richard.
RobBaker
12-09-2011, 02:11 PM
Nice job Joe, always thought you did things a little different :)
Scott L
12-12-2011, 07:24 PM
Very nice. Thanks for the insurance referal as well.
oldguy668
12-12-2011, 08:32 PM
I love it! Came out awesome! Are you happy w/ the Coyotte?
Yes, except for its sheer size. The rear corner of the DS valve cover is right up against the footbox, and I had to put a bubble in the footbox so my size 10's could fit on the gas pedal without jamming up on the brake pedal.