<![CDATA[Factory Five Forums - Type '65 Coupe]]> https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/ 1965 World Champion Type 65 Coupe. en Sat, 02 May 2026 12:55:50 GMT vBulletin 10 https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/images/misc/rss.png <![CDATA[Factory Five Forums - Type '65 Coupe]]> https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/ Carbon Fiber Dash? https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53576-Carbon-Fiber-Dash&goto=newpost Wed, 29 Apr 2026 22:17:05 GMT I didn't know this was available? Looks a lot like Brent's.

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]]> PNWTim https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53576-Carbon-Fiber-Dash Could use some help with my steering rack https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53573-Could-use-some-help-with-my-steering-rack&goto=newpost Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:05:58 GMT Hi all. I just received a PSC steering rack (https://www.summitracing.com/parts/PFN-RA-33500), which I bought to finish my rolling chassis as my kit... Hi all. I just received a PSC steering rack (https://www.summitracing.com/parts/PFN-RA-33500), which I bought to finish my rolling chassis as my kit POL parts are over 2 months out. Researching it a bit, I found that many of you all are not happy with the F5 rack anyway, and have used this PSC upgrade. My question is with regard to the F5 tie rod extensions. What I gather is that these are intended to improve the stock mustang rack against bump steer, and not needed on the F5 complete kit racks. So, should I pull apart the PSC rack and install them, or is this a better performing part?
Thanks for the help!
Tom ]]> SMF-Coupe https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53573-Could-use-some-help-with-my-steering-rack wilwood electronic ebrake compatibility with other brand disk brake setups https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53564-wilwood-electronic-ebrake-compatibility-with-other-brand-disk-brake-setups&goto=newpost Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:43:33 GMT For those who have installed wilwood electronic ebrakes on IRS cars.. I have a non wilwood brand radial mounted rear disk brake kit, and want to also... For those who have installed wilwood electronic ebrakes on IRS cars.. I have a non wilwood brand radial mounted rear disk brake kit, and want to also use the wilwood ebrake. Ive looked around online and have found the "universal" kit, but not much mention of how it mounts, if it comes with any brackets for the IRS knuckles or if it mounts separately or is it integrated into the wilwood disk brake caliper bracket in some way.

Just trying to gauge how "custom" this install is going to be ahead of time. ]]> jemorgan3 https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53564-wilwood-electronic-ebrake-compatibility-with-other-brand-disk-brake-setups Type65 - Enclosed Car Trailer https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53563-Type65-Enclosed-Car-Trailer&goto=newpost Tue, 28 Apr 2026 00:11:04 GMT All Starting to look into an enclosed car trailer for my type65. Does anyone have experience with what sized enclosed trailer works well with... All

Starting to look into an enclosed car trailer for my type65. Does anyone have experience with what sized enclosed trailer works well with these cars ? I'm looking for the shortest trailer that works well. Don't really need room up front for workspace etc, just need enough room to get in and out.

Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated. Also, if anyone has a trailer in the San Diego area, let me know!
mark ]]> lewma https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53563-Type65-Enclosed-Car-Trailer Dashboard install.. https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53549-Dashboard-install&goto=newpost Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:17:09 GMT Does the top of the dash sit level, or is it angled up towards the firewall? I assumed the dash sat on the thin tubing between the two A Pillars, but... Does the top of the dash sit level, or is it angled up towards the firewall? I assumed the dash sat on the thin tubing between the two A Pillars, but the angle that puts the dash at is weird. Instructions are pretty unclear. ]]> jemorgan3 https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53549-Dashboard-install Shifter Trim Ring - Found! https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53547-Shifter-Trim-Ring-Found!&goto=newpost Sat, 25 Apr 2026 15:34:20 GMT I had it in my head the kit came with a shifter boot and trim ring but for the life of me, I can't find them in my inventory or boxes. Box 6 has the straight shaft billet shifter and knob but that's it.

The reason behind the question is twofold. I bought a blank transmission cover from Brent at Snakebite. While I was measuring and laying out the hole for the shifter it occurred to me that I should double check the hole size against the ring, which I can't find. Now I am thinking if I have to buy one, which is OK, I want it in hand so I can ensure the hole is correctly sized.

It seems to me the hole in the F5 cover is a little oversized, at least for the T56 which has relatively short throws. Either way, I am curious if there is a ring floating around or if this is intentional to allow builders to adjust accordingly. I just thought it was a little odd since they provide a ring for the e-brake. ]]> PNWTim https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53547-Shifter-Trim-Ring-Found! Vintage Air Drier 240709 Trinary Switch Install https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53535-Vintage-Air-Drier-240709-Trinary-Switch-Install&goto=newpost Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:23:50 GMT I'm scratching my head on how to mount the trinary switch to the drier. I have a Vintage Air drier with part #240709 on the label. My confusion that the drier doesn't seem to have the threaded port for the trinary switch to mount to. There is an inlet port, outlet port, but where the instructions show a mounting boss for the switch, there are hex heads that look like they are part of the case, not something that can be removed. There does appear to be a small port on the top, covered, that from what I can find would be for a pressure switch. What am I missing?

]]> Papa https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53535-Vintage-Air-Drier-240709-Trinary-Switch-Install Laying Out Stripes on a Coupe https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53458-Laying-Out-Stripes-on-a-Coupe&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Apr 2026 11:49:28 GMT I’m getting close to putting down some color on my coupe and considering stripes. My concerns are as follows: I’ve never striped a car; concerned... I’m getting close to putting down some color on my coupe and considering stripes.

My concerns are as follows: I’ve never striped a car; concerned the added steps will complicate the actual paint phase; and unsure how to lay them out. I can always add vinyl later, but it won’t be the same.

Interested in your thoughts on this topic. The body is off the car. ]]> TTimmy https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53458-Laying-Out-Stripes-on-a-Coupe Steering Shaft https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53452-Steering-Shaft&goto=newpost Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:47:35 GMT Anyone know what grade of steel the steering shafts are made of? I need to make one that is a couple of inches longer to accommodate my dash design. Anyone know what grade of steel the steering shafts are made of? I need to make one that is a couple of inches longer to accommodate my dash design. ]]> burchfieldb https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53452-Steering-Shaft Spoiler mounting examples, seeking advice https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53441-Spoiler-mounting-examples-seeking-advice&goto=newpost Mon, 06 Apr 2026 23:38:19 GMT I am thinking about cutting a slot the size and shape of the spoiler in the coupe body and sliding the spoiler up from underneath thru the hole to... I am thinking about cutting a slot the size and shape of the spoiler in the coupe body and sliding the spoiler up from underneath thru the hole to mount the spoiler to the body. I would leave as much of the flange on the spoiler as possible and use the flange as a surface to glue the spoiler to the body from underneath. On the outside I would use HSRF to create a fillet from the body to the spoiler and finish the final details with the rest of the body work.

From reading all the posts I could find on the topic it sounds like others have done something similar, but I cant find many details or pictures. Can anyone point me to a post with more details? Or if you did this do you have any pictures or advice you could share?

Thanks! ]]> TwinFins https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53441-Spoiler-mounting-examples-seeking-advice Gen 3 frame changes makes mounting the battery tray require fabrication?? https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53428-Gen-3-frame-changes-makes-mounting-the-battery-tray-require-fabrication&goto=newpost Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:14:05 GMT I was following Papa's example in an upgraded battery tray and realized my frame is different from anyone else's ive seen in build threads! FFR seems to have redesigned the frame in the battery tray area, eliminating the cross bracing going under the area the battery tray mounts. I also have these tabs along the edge that seem to be missing on any other build ive seen. Has anyone else seen this, is there a solution for the battery tray other than adding bracing in that area to support the battery? I have the same battery tray everyone else has, it isnt large enough to span the gap and use the frame tabs that have replaced the previous bracing that I am missing.





The frame is going to my fabricator this summer to install the ePowersteering under the dash, so I plan on having him add the bracing that seems to be missing from my chassis. ]]> jemorgan3 https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53428-Gen-3-frame-changes-makes-mounting-the-battery-tray-require-fabrication Coupe Bodywork - What Material Quantities are Needed? https://v1.thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?53413-Coupe-Bodywork-What-Material-Quantities-are-Needed&goto=newpost Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:05:50 GMT Hi all,
I am getting ready to start spraying my coupe and curious what product quantities are needed. It seems there's a lot more surface to cover on the coupe vs the roadster. The list of products and quantities below was aggregated from the following thread and worked out well when I painted my Mk3 last summer: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...Work-and-Paint . I found this to be a superb "primer" for anyone considering taking on bodywork and paint. As always, thanks for your help!

Polyester High Build:
  • 2 gallons polyester high build
  • Slicksand
  • Three coats


Primer/Surfacer

  • 1 gallon 2K urethane primer surfacer + catalyst + reducer
  • PPG JP202
  • Three coats


Urethane Sealer

  • 2 quarts urethane sealer + catalyst + reducer
  • PPG JP33x (depending on color)
  • One full coat


Basecoat

  • 1 gallon basecoat + reducer
  • if doing stripes you'll need a quart of that color - I don't have the guts to try stripes yet
  • PPG JBP
  • Three coats


Clear

  • 1 gallon of clear + hardener and reducer as applicable
  • PPG DCU2021
  • Thee coats - I recall have a lot left over from my cobra, maybe I went too light? I think I used a bit more than half.
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