https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/blog.php?30580-Cutter-54 Builder community site for Factory Five Racing. en Sun, 03 May 2026 11:57:25 GMT vBulletin 10 https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/images/misc/rss.jpg https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/blog.php?30580-Cutter-54 https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/entry.php?1326-Rod-Tops-fitment-question Thu, 22 Aug 2024 16:17:59 GMT I recently acquired a Rod Tops for my Mk 4 Roadster. The car has the FFR wind wings and Breeze billet side view mirrors which mount to the wind wing... I recently acquired a Rod Tops for my Mk 4 Roadster. The car has the FFR wind wings and Breeze billet side view mirrors which mount to the wind wing brackets. I can attach the forward snaps and fabric of the removable side windows only if I either 1) remove the wings and mirrors or 2) fold the wind wings with attached mirrors inward so they sit behind the windshield inside the cockpit. In this position the mirrors are useless for viewing the blind spots. Am I doing something wrong?
Also, the header (windshield) wooden bow interferes with the wind wings unless the wings are trimmed shorter or lowered in their brackets which attach to the A pillar.

Advice appreciated. ]]> Cutter 54 https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/entry.php?1326-Rod-Tops-fitment-question https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/entry.php?1287-Steering-choices-explained-technical-review Mon, 05 Jul 2021 02:13:35 GMT by Cutter 54 , Yesterday at 09:28 AM (10 Views) I am reviewing my options for steering in my Mk 4. I have the FFR manual rack (sent by error instead... by Cutter 54 , Yesterday at 09:28 AM (10 Views)
I am reviewing my options for steering in my Mk 4. I have the FFR manual rack (sent by error instead of a power rack) to use with my hydro boost, and I am revisiting my initial plan of using electric PS (with a manual rack). Specifically I am looking at electro-hydraulic PS, which some of you are using. I finally got the phone number for Fast Freddie, whom I will call next week to learn about his steering kit, but in the meantime I came across a very informative YouTube video by that young fast talking engineer who discusses the major steering options while driving a to-die-for-McLaren. I think it is worth 14 minutes to watch, especially for neophytes in this area. I will watch it a few times. Comments, anyone?

on YOUTUBE: search:

"The Problem With Electric Power Steering - Hydraulic vs Electric!
207,075 viewsMay 12, 2021" ]]> Cutter 54 https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/entry.php?1287-Steering-choices-explained-technical-review https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/entry.php?1286-Mustang-PBR-front-brake-bolt-question Sun, 04 Jul 2021 16:18:44 GMT I have a Mk 4 with Mustang PBR brakes. I have mixed up some hardware and am unsure about the 4 bolts needed to attach the FRONT CALIPERS TO THE... I have a Mk 4 with Mustang PBR brakes. I have mixed up some hardware and am unsure about the 4 bolts needed to attach the FRONT CALIPERS TO THE SPINDLES.
I suspect they are the black M 12 X 1.75 bolts with hexagonal heads and dried red thread locker on the threads. They are 1.5 inches long.
Also, PLEASE CONFIRM CORRECT TORQUE. The manual mentions 95 lb ft., but I searched the bolt torque table in the back of the manual and M 12 x 1.75 are listed at 61 lb ft. Please confirm both specifications.

I have witnessed some errors lately by FFR sending incorrect parts, so I hesitate consulting with them. I refuse to have any doubt about mounting, torquing or assembling any critical hardware on this beast. Thank you. ]]> Cutter 54 https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/entry.php?1286-Mustang-PBR-front-brake-bolt-question https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/entry.php?1285-Steering-choices-explained-technical-review Sat, 03 Jul 2021 13:28:00 GMT I am reviewing my options for steering in my Mk 4. I have the FFR manual rack (sent by error instead of a power rack) to use with my hydro boost, and... I am reviewing my options for steering in my Mk 4. I have the FFR manual rack (sent by error instead of a power rack) to use with my hydro boost, and I am revisiting my initial plan of using electric PS (with a manual rack). Specifically I am looking at [B]electro-hydraulic PS[/B], which some of you are using. I finally got the phone number for Fast Freddie, whom I will call next week to learn about his steering kit, but in the meantime I came across a very informative YouTube video by that young fast talking engineer who discusses the major steering options while driving a to-die-for-McLaren. I think it is worth 14 minutes to watch, especially for neophytes in this area. I will watch it a few times. Comments, anyone?

on YOUTUBE: search:

"The Problem With Electric Power Steering - Hydraulic vs Electric!
207,075 viewsMay 12, 2021" ]]> Cutter 54 https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/entry.php?1285-Steering-choices-explained-technical-review