View Full Version : New 818 Photo Galleries Posted
Mad Dog
10-30-2012, 03:05 PM
Hey guys,
We've got a photo gallery posted on Factory Five's website of the 818R taken outside. Here's a few sample photos and click here (http://www.factoryfive.com/galleries/project-818/) to check out the full gallery on our website.
http://www.factoryfive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/1a_a.jpg
http://www.factoryfive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/DSC_9353a.jpg
http://www.factoryfive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/DSC_9348a.jpg
We'll have a gallery of the 818S posted in a little bit so make sure to check back.
michael everson
10-30-2012, 03:11 PM
Very nice. Going to be hard to wait till next year
Mad Dog
10-30-2012, 03:34 PM
The 818S gallery is now posted. Click here (http://www.factoryfive.com/galleries/project-818/) to visit the gallery.
http://www.factoryfive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/1c_a.jpg
http://www.factoryfive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/DSC_9368a.jpg
http://www.factoryfive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/DSC_9371a.jpg
Silvertop
10-30-2012, 03:35 PM
.........We'll have a gallery of the 818S posted in a little bit so make sure to check back.
Please hurry.............!
Oops............ Never Mind!! It sneaked in there while I was posting. Thanks!
michael everson
10-30-2012, 04:36 PM
Really like that red one. Not 100 percent sold on the humps, but other than that its great.
Mike
bbjones121
10-30-2012, 06:44 PM
Is there a way to download these pictures?
wleehendrick
10-30-2012, 07:04 PM
Is there a way to download these pictures?
I found a way, and dowloaded them all, but it's a pain. If you notice the link for the gallery's first pic is:
http://www.factoryfive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/1b.jpg
This directory ( http://www.factoryfive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/ ) contains all the images (plus a lot more). From the slideshow, you can see each image file's title, then go to the directory to download.
RM1SepEx
10-30-2012, 07:17 PM
Damn... I'm past ready to build mine!
PhyrraM
10-30-2012, 07:21 PM
Is there a way to download these pictures?
Right click > Save as
VD2021
10-30-2012, 07:29 PM
http://www.factoryfive.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/DSC_9371a.jpg
Can't precisely judge the scale, but the door opening looks smaller than the GTM's. It's going to be a huge maneuver to get in with a top/roof.
I really like the use of the OEM latch and striker.
flynntuna
10-30-2012, 07:38 PM
Can't precisely judge the scale, but the door opening looks smaller than the GTM's. It's going to be a huge maneuver to get in with a top/roof.
I really like the use of the OEM latch ans striker.
Yes, with the top of the door at thigh level and the top of the roll bar hip high, with a top you'll probably have to sit first then pull your feet in.
VD2021
10-30-2012, 07:49 PM
Yes, with the top of the door at thigh level and the top of the roll bar hip high, with a top you'll probably have to sit first then pull your feet in.
I (and most everyone) have to do that to get into our GTMs. There's actually a technique we've passed along that will work here. Like this: http://youtu.be/pf0Fcbk_2t0
AJW Performance
10-30-2012, 10:06 PM
great shots!
skullandbones
10-31-2012, 12:33 AM
With the door open, I see two things that look "kitish" but I can understand that happening. There is no way FFR can make this look as good as it is so far and not reduce cost in some areas. The flat door panels could be "fixed" by just adding plush padding strategically (the overfill hides the panel edges and adds deminsion to the panel). The other feature is the finish trim on top of under door body panel. I'm sure a vendor will create a very nice alternative for that. I haven't seen anything on the car that is a deal breaker. It's just a lot of car for $9,900!!! WEK.
PhyrraM
10-31-2012, 02:50 AM
I (and most everyone) have to do that to get into our GTMs. There's actually a technique we've passed along that will work here. Like this: http://youtu.be/pf0Fcbk_2t0
eewww.
I hope not. Getting out must be worse. Not very "Wookie compatable".
Xusia
10-31-2012, 08:53 AM
As with many things, it's all about technique. I'm nearly 6'2" and have had some very small cars. Figuring out your technique takes some trial and error, but you eventually figure it out (assuming you have enough patience, but I figure anyone with the patience to build their own car almost certainly has that!).
wallace18
10-31-2012, 06:04 PM
Is it just me or do the photos of the S in this gallery show that the wheels are not even close to being centered in the wheel wells? I think this is very important from a visual standpoint. I am right or wrong?
timmy318
10-31-2012, 06:20 PM
Is it just me or do the photos of the S in this gallery show that the wheels are not even close to being centered in the wheel wells? I think this is very important from a visual standpoint. I am right or wrong?
Maybe in the hurry to get ready for SEMA they missed it? I'm sure it'll be corrected before it comes onto the assembly line(Our hands)! :D
bbjones121
10-31-2012, 06:23 PM
I think they should be a little better positioned. It must be very hard to get the wheels centered. It took 4 or 5? updates to the cobra roadster to get the wheels centered in the wells.
riptide motorsport
10-31-2012, 06:39 PM
Head first is the easiest way to get into a tight car. this is show its done:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8aJkf-VXio&feature=related
VD2021
10-31-2012, 07:22 PM
Maybe in the hurry to get ready for SEMA they missed it? I'm sure it'll be corrected before it comes onto the assembly line(Our hands)! :D
Hope for the best, but don't hold your breath. Caster settings will move the wheel and who know where it might end up once you've dialed in what works best for you. (...and you may pass out:)).
VD2021
10-31-2012, 07:30 PM
Head first is the easiest way to get into a tight car. this is show its done:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8aJkf-VXio&feature=related
Only 5'7" guys can get into a GTM leg and head first like that. The GTM's (and the 818's) opening gets smaller as you move aft as the door seal angles upward.