I've been dreaming about building/owning one of these since I saw one while in college in 1991. It took me 20 years but It's now a reality. Thanks FFR and the guys on this forum for helping me along the way.
FFR #7018 is a complete MK3.1. The engine is a bored out 5.0 EFI with Edelbrock performer heads and a Cobra SVO intake. IRS with pin drive suspension and Vintage Halibrand wheels and Mickey Thompson tires and a T-5 transmission. I installed a heater and seat heaters and an iPod stereo in the cockpit along with many other options.
Arrived from Stewart Transport 9/11/09
Basement finished 3/14/10 (it was part of the deal...)
Rolling chassis 4/4/10
First start 2/4/11
Licensed 5/27/11
My wife was awesome through the whole dreaming, planning and build stage. The best part is when I get home from work, she says "Let's go for a ride".
Very Nice! You cant go wrong with that color combo. I noticed your original 65 license plate... I want one! (great addition to a perfect build). Nice photography as well. I hope to see your car in person some day at a local event.
Very Nice! You cant go wrong with that color combo. I noticed your original 65 license plate... I want one! (great addition to a perfect build). Nice photography as well. I hope to see your car in person some day at a local event.
Finally trial trial fitting body on frame. I installed bulb seal, mixed member opinions on yes or no, for body alignment. Used I believe Jeff Kleiner attaching system for rear quick jacks ( if not his ,respect to other members also). splash shields are on, needed trimming a little. A few...
alas, to my chagrin - the epowersteering setup will not work with my Coyote setup really bummed as I wanted to try something a bit different from the usual - but looks like I'm going with hydro steering now
assuming the simplest way is to order the 16473 - 5.0L Coyote power steering kit from...
OK guys getting rid of the carb and going to Fitech EFI. Little help here, where is the best place to weld the bung on to my sidepipes for the O2 sensor (pictures please)?
I have heard you don't want them on the bottom pointing up, because of possible moisture. Is this a problem with...
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