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04-29-2026, 03:33 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread E-parking Brake - Wilwood vs EStopp in Roadster

I was wondering that myself the other day, I went with the Wilwood setup like Gbranham has. I like having zero cables or anything on the...

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04-29-2026, 01:28 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Tilton master cylinders will fit a Mk5 in Roadster

I figured it out, I ended up hitting the top caps with a little heat from my heat gun and put on a leather glove and it turned to where I needed....

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04-29-2026, 09:21 AM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Tilton master cylinders will fit a Mk5 in Roadster

Ok, I've got a question for you guys that installed the 75's. I kind of screwed up on the orientation of one of my caps and it does not want to...

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04-27-2026, 10:46 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Tilton master cylinders will fit a Mk5 in Roadster

I went with the 75 series, I just got them Saturday afternoon and am working on it now. Tilton recommended 3/4 for my clutch and 7/8 for front and...

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04-25-2026, 08:23 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread MK5 Blueprint 347 Canton T-sump and 4R70W does not fit in Roadster

Jeff, how is your clearance with the pan ? Is it level or above the frame rail ?

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04-25-2026, 06:14 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread No sidelines just dumping out the side. in Roadster

Stupid fast too it appears. It reminds me of my KTM Supeduke with the carbon fiber straight through mufflers on it. I started it with no db...

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04-25-2026, 03:56 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Ball joint boots, I need em. in Roadster

I've got the same ones as Papa shows, I believe I got the part number from one of Edwardb's build threads. I just googled and it looks like the only...

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04-25-2026, 03:43 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread No sidelines just dumping out the side. in Roadster

I had forgotten about this car but I'm guessing this is something like you are talking about. While it does look cool I can't imagine driving it...

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04-25-2026, 03:34 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread IRS center section install in Roadster

Gbranham was over one day and helped me put mine in my MK5. It fought us all the way but we finally got it in there. Without his help I'd probably...

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04-25-2026, 12:20 PM

JMD replied to a thread John in KC - Roadster Build Thread in Roadster Build Threads

Rear Differential & Friction Modifier I don't remember how I came across this, but I was watching a video about differentials on the Flyin Miata...

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04-24-2026, 10:53 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Parts on order in Roadster

I have the same assessment you do. I received two upper steering shafts but no middle steering shaft, the solid piece not the hollow one. I...

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04-24-2026, 09:11 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Speedometer and speed sensor question in Roadster

The standard Autometer gauges aren't gps I believe.

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04-23-2026, 10:07 AM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread No sidelines just dumping out the side. in Roadster

To me side pipes are just part of the cool factor of a Cobra. Are they loud ? Yes. Are they hot as hell and a danger without heat shields ? Yes My...

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04-19-2026, 06:24 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread UPDATE: Blueprint Valve Failure With Less Than 1500 Miles in Roadster

That's good to hear, I think I'm going to bite the bullet and install Tilton mc's now before I regret it later.

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04-19-2026, 01:36 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread John in KC - Roadster Build Thread in Roadster Build Threads

John, I've added plenty to my build sheet by my own doing for sure, it happens when you read build threads and get new ideas ! I knew I would but I...

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04-19-2026, 01:11 PM

JMD replied to a thread John in KC - Roadster Build Thread in Roadster Build Threads

I wouldn’t say failure of the Wilwoods MCs is inevitable. I think there’s a much higher chance that they will be perfectly fine for the life of the...

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04-19-2026, 12:09 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread John in KC - Roadster Build Thread in Roadster Build Threads

Sigh, I guess I"ll add that to my list too. I was trying to be stubborn and use the FF supplied Wilwood master cylinders, but I think I'll just do...

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04-19-2026, 07:50 AM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread John in KC - Roadster Build Thread in Roadster Build Threads

Jealous, you and Kirby's cars are going to be done for prime driving season this year ! I bought one of the Wilwood brake adjuster knobs just to...

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04-18-2026, 07:24 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Check your Blueprint Engine dipstick tube! in Roadster

I agree, not bad but just too big for a more personalized experience. If I was doing it over again I would've had someone just build me a nice 302...

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04-18-2026, 05:47 PM

JMD replied to a thread John in KC - Roadster Build Thread in Roadster Build Threads

Wrapping Up Brake Tuning I changed the rear MC from 5/8" to 7/10". I've done so many MC swaps that I can have them done in about an hour and a...

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04-18-2026, 01:36 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Check your Blueprint Engine dipstick tube! in Roadster

According to the specs on the Canton pan you listed it is 8 inches too, same as what mine measures just not as wide. JMD got his 302 package from...

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04-18-2026, 07:33 AM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Amazing MK4 Build on BaT in Roadster

I have heard the legal battle took a long time and lots of money, I'm sure a book would be an interesting story. I find it almost comical that a...

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04-17-2026, 04:27 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Check your Blueprint Engine dipstick tube! in Roadster

So you got a Canton pan with your 347 package ? Mine didn't and I think my pan is going to be too low. I may have to contact Blueprint and ask...

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04-16-2026, 03:30 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread Glove box lock cylinder in Roadster

Kirby, not sure if they're all keyed the same but mine has numbers on the keys. Maybe Greg's key will fit and you can just make a copy. Maybe...

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04-16-2026, 01:41 PM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread TheFactoryFiveForum.com Version 2.0 in General Discussions

Thanks for all the hard work building and keeping this place running. Without this place for us newbies to learn from the master builders and get...

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04-16-2026, 11:30 AM

JMD replied to a thread Master Cylinder Replacement in Roadster

Totally overkill...but very nice. Almost a shame to cover that up. If mine looked like that I'd want to see them all the time!

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04-16-2026, 11:22 AM

JMD replied to a thread CV2065 MKIV Roadster Build Thread #2 - Visors - Heat Shields - Saggy Pipe in Roadster Build Threads

If you didn't cut out the middle part of the gasket that sits between the header and sidepipes the thin unprotected gasket material around the center...

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04-16-2026, 09:04 AM

TrackDay17 replied to a thread CV2065 MKIV Roadster Build Thread #2 - Visors - Heat Shields - Saggy Pipe in Roadster Build Threads

I really like your detail on the quick jacks, beautiful car. As far as switching from silicone hoses I always avoided them when I was racing and...

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04-15-2026, 08:25 PM

JMD replied to a thread John in KC - Roadster Build Thread in Roadster Build Threads

Brake Tuning Ok, so I've been diving deep into the rabbit hole of brake maths. First of all, there are a couple of really good websites I want to...

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