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Today, 01:15 AM

toadster started a thread ordered my IRS and knuckles today LOL in Roadster

LOL, I don't even have the kit yet - but Mike @ https://www.facebook.com/Fortespartsconnection/offers is doing some great deals... ...

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Today, 12:57 AM

toadster replied to a thread Gelcoat and waterless car wash? in Roadster

I posted this a while back but I figure it's a good primer for washing your car and not having to use a hose (some of you winter states will...

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Yesterday, 07:48 PM

toadster started a thread breeze battery moves to the engine bay, where to put a battery cutoff switch? in Roadster

most of the battery cutoff switches I've seen are in the dash, under the dash, etc... I can see if you have a battery in the trunk, that makes...

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Yesterday, 05:49 PM

Papa replied to a thread Patrick's 427 Build in Roadster Build Threads

That's exactly how I did mine.

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Yesterday, 01:19 PM

Papa replied to a thread battery cut off switch in Roadster

That's what GTBradley provided a link for in post #17.

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Yesterday, 09:49 AM

Papa replied to a thread What's your piston count? in Off Topic Discussions

I wouldn't want the insurance bill for your toys!

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12-10-2019, 10:25 PM

Papa replied to a thread Wiper arm insert replacement? in Roadster

I don't know where you will find that insert, but Finish Line sells replacement arms.

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12-10-2019, 09:16 PM

GTBradley replied to a thread battery cut off switch in Roadster

I wanted a spare key for the Hella battery cut-off switch and thought I would post it here in case someone else needs it: HELLA 706729011...

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12-10-2019, 09:05 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Cold Air Box Fabrication in Engine & Transmission - 289 FIA/USRRC

Nice!

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12-10-2019, 08:04 PM

GTBradley replied to a thread What's your piston count? in Off Topic Discussions

Cobra = 8 Wife's car = 6 DD = 4 Compressor = 1 Snow blower = 1 Total = 20 Not a lot of pistons but I make up for it in electric motors!

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12-10-2019, 05:48 PM

Papa replied to a thread What's your piston count? in Off Topic Discussions

Okay, Al. what's the 5 cylinder? I'm guessing an Audi.

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12-10-2019, 05:20 PM

toadster replied to a thread 25th Anniversary Build in Roadster Build Threads

surprised the extension doesn't come as part of the kit...

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12-10-2019, 12:22 PM

toadster replied to a thread good brake/fuel line bender? in Roadster

whoops my bad! :rolleyes: Paul - where do you need the smaller .5" radius on the InLine Tube unit vs the 5/8" radius from the rigid 36117? ...

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12-10-2019, 11:58 AM

toadster replied to a thread Another backdraft in florida $46k in Roadster

wow nice find!

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12-10-2019, 10:07 AM

Papa started a thread What's your piston count? in Off Topic Discussions

I saw this done in another forum and thought I'd start a thread here for a little fun heading into the holidays. It's simple, just add up the total...

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12-09-2019, 10:07 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Couple of MkIV Questions in Roadster

Joe, Steel allen head bolts (socket head cap screws) are grade 8

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12-09-2019, 09:25 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Big Brake Kit in Roadster

I used the supplies (included in complete kit) 2 piston front and equivalent single piston rear (1994-2004 Mustang), with vacuum boost power brakes...

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12-09-2019, 07:48 PM

toadster replied to a thread good brake/fuel line bender? in Roadster

awesome! Rigid seems to have anything from mild to wild! where do you need the smaller .5" radius on the InLine Tube unit vs the 5/8" radius...

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12-09-2019, 06:37 PM

toadster replied to a thread Tire size in Roadster

don't forget that the 25th anniversary cars have about 1/4" wider front fender flares so you can run up to 275 without rubbing :)

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12-09-2019, 04:35 PM

Papa replied to a thread Edwardb’s Gen 3 Type 65 Coyote Coupe #59 Build: Paint Done. It’s Home! in Type '65 Coupe Build Threads

Beautiful!

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12-09-2019, 02:23 PM

toadster started a thread good brake/fuel line bender? in Roadster

I've never done brake/fuel lines prior to the FFR school - so a new area for me, what's everyone's take on a good "bang for the buck" tool? I know...

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12-09-2019, 02:17 PM

toadster replied to a thread 25th Anniversary buyers - did you get the bronze wheels? What paint scheme? in Roadster

the 25th anniv. wheels were a spinoff of the original starburst wheels

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12-09-2019, 09:21 AM

Papa replied to a thread Yama-Bro's MK4 Build Thread - #9158 in Roadster Build Threads

Great work, Frank. This is like watching a movie and getting the dreaded "To be continued" right when it's about to reveal the mystery! Dave

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12-09-2019, 08:44 AM

Papa replied to a thread Papa's MKIV Roadster Build - #9115 (It's Done!) in Roadster Build Threads

Thanks, Frank. Keep up the great work on your build. I'm enjoying following your build thread. Dave

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12-08-2019, 10:18 PM

Papa replied to a thread Papa's MKIV Roadster Build - #9115 (It's Done!) in Roadster Build Threads

Thanks, Pete. Dave

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12-08-2019, 09:17 PM

Papa replied to a thread Tire size in Roadster

I'll put a plug in for the tras tunnel cover from FFMetal. I upholstered my cover in leather and not having to deal with a bunch of rivets to close...

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12-08-2019, 08:13 PM

GTBradley replied to a thread Papa's MKIV Roadster Build - #9115 (It's Done!) in Roadster Build Threads

Ah, got it. Well, I’m still saving up for a top. I’d have it already if it weren’t for the IRS expense. I may even go with the old style just to save...

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12-08-2019, 03:16 PM

Papa replied to a thread Papa's MKIV Roadster Build - #9115 (It's Done!) in Roadster Build Threads

Thanks, Bradley. What I intended to say was that I'd have saved up a little more money and done IRS. At the time I ordered my kit, there was about...

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12-08-2019, 02:04 PM

GTBradley replied to a thread Papa's MKIV Roadster Build - #9115 (It's Done!) in Roadster Build Threads

Congrats Dave, you really have a high-end roadster there! Cant wait to see it on the road. I’m interested in those clear spats too, did you go to...

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12-08-2019, 01:02 PM

Papa replied to a thread Papa's MKIV Roadster Build - #9115 (It's Done!) in Roadster Build Threads

Thanks, Boyd. I'll be trying to thread the needle between the winter storms to get my VIN and get the car registered in time for next year's driving...

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