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Byrdman and Son Build Complete
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Well it's taken 5 years, and I am sure we cannot call it done. Already there are more things I am thinking about doing / upgrading, but we are calling the build complete! What a journey and a learning experience! Some info about our build:
MKIV Kit 2104. Powdercoated frame. Blueprint 347 naturally aspirated engine. Lentech Ford Automatic overdrive transmission. Paint by Norris Paint and Body, Benson NC.
Zach and I could not have done it without help we received from my brother Tracy. Tracy is basically an electrical engineer, and he did all of the wiring for us, and many other things. Bill, a very good friend and mechanic, helped us install the rear end and the motor and transmission. Bill was also a basically a by phone lifeline concerning several mechanical matters. This would not have been possible without Bill's help. A good friend of mine, Harry helped us with body preparation. Thanks to James Norris, over at Norris Paint and Body in Benson for doing an amazing job on the paint. Would also like to thank Roger at Final Touch powder coating in Spring Lake NC for quick turnarounds and a good price for powder coating a lot of aluminum panels and metal parts.
I would also like to thank Sally at Factory Five for always being so friendly over the telephone, and Tony, Dan and all of the MKIV techs I talked to by phone over the years.
Couple thoughts. It's funny how when we started we treated the frame and kit tenderly, but by the end we were not hesitating to hammer, cut, bend -whatever it took. I also think about the numerous times we had to walk away thinking what we were trying to do is impossible only to sleep on it, or go back later and things always seemed to work out.
To those who are building God Bless and good luck. For those who are thinking - YOLO!!
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Looks great! Good job. Now go tear up some asphalt!
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Well done. Congratulations!
MKIV complete kit w/powder coating and cut outs, serial #9189 delivered 10/10/17, first start - 10/5/18, legal - 10/08/20. Blueprint 306 w/Holley Sniper EFI, TKO 600, power steering, Breeze fan shroud, trunk cubby, & engine compartment battery kit, CNC brake reservoirs, RT turn signal & gas pedal, mechanical throttle linkage, METCO safety loop, GASN side pipes, drop trunk, dual chrome roll bars, vintage gauges, glove box, custom center console, cup holders, and speakers.
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Congratulations - it never gets old driving! Have some fun...
Chris
Generation 3 Type 65 Daytona Coupe Complete Kit #151885 received May 6, 2022. Gen 3 Coyote, IRS, Tremec TKX, American Powertrain hydraulic throwout bearing & Wilwood brakes.
MK4 Basic Kit #7404, 347 EFI - Pro M Racing ECM, 30# injectors, 70 mm throttle body, 80 mm MAF, Edelbrock Performer aluminum heads & RPM II intake, all new G-Force T5, 3:55 gears, Pro 5.0 shifter, 3-link, carbon fiber dash/custom Speedhut gauges and paint by Da Bat.
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Congrats Byrdman! May safe roads always find you, no matter where you fly too!
Dj
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Congrats! Looks great, now get some miles on her.
Kyle
Complete Kit pickup 09/05/2015, 351w, QF680, 3.55, 3-Link, 15" Halibrands with MT's, Painted Viking blue with Wimbledon white stripes on 03/15/2017. Sold in 08/2018 and totally regret it.
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Originally Posted by
Byrdman
Cobra Front.jpgCobra Z&T.jpgCobra Interior.jpgCobra Z&T 2.jpgCobra Engine.jpg
Well it's taken 5 years, and I am sure we cannot call it done. Already there are more things I am thinking about doing / upgrading, but we are calling the build complete! What a journey and a learning experience! Some info about our build:
MKIV Kit 2104. Powdercoated frame. Blueprint 347 naturally aspirated engine. Lentech Ford Automatic overdrive transmission. Paint by Norris Paint and Body, Benson NC.
Zach and I could not have done it without help we received from my brother Tracy. Tracy is basically an electrical engineer, and he did all of the wiring for us, and many other things. Bill, a very good friend and mechanic, helped us install the rear end and the motor and transmission. Bill was also a basically a by phone lifeline concerning several mechanical matters. This would not have been possible without Bill's help. A good friend of mine, Harry helped us with body preparation. Thanks to James Norris, over at Norris Paint and Body in Benson for doing an amazing job on the paint. Would also like to thank Roger at Final Touch powder coating in Spring Lake NC for quick turnarounds and a good price for powder coating a lot of aluminum panels and metal parts.
I would also like to thank Sally at Factory Five for always being so friendly over the telephone, and Tony, Dan and all of the MKIV techs I talked to by phone over the years.
Couple thoughts. It's funny how when we started we treated the frame and kit tenderly, but by the end we were not hesitating to hammer, cut, bend -whatever it took. I also think about the numerous times we had to walk away thinking what we were trying to do is impossible only to sleep on it, or go back later and things always seemed to work out.
To those who are building God Bless and good luck. For those who are thinking - YOLO!!
Congratulations, Good Looking Car!
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Congratulations From Way Down South In New Orleans!
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I Love seeing these type of builds come to completion! CONGRATULATIONS!!
Dave
Mk 3.1 - #6882 - 5.0L 302 - FiTech EFI - 3-Link - 3.08 Ratio - 15" Wheels
Greenhorn and doing the best I can
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