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Today, 02:17 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Power Steering Leak in Roadster

Question: Paul, or anyone, Do you know if the FFR power steering (that was supplied in 2017 era that Joel and I have) also has a Lower Rated Flow...

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Today, 02:06 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Power Steering Leak in Roadster

I originally had a problem with a major leak. Don't think that's what you are describing, but.... In case it is. The fitting "inside" the...

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04-22-2019, 02:50 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Power Steering Leak in Roadster

My fill cap was spitting fluid out of the vent hole. Try this to check it. Take a paper towel and place the paper towel over the fill cap, hold on...

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04-22-2019, 08:25 AM

Papa replied to a thread Jeff's Roadster Build in Roadster Build Threads

Easy fix at this point. I sprayed my aluminum panels with Rustoleum bed liner. If I could do it over, I'd have gotten them powder coated or left...

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04-21-2019, 08:42 PM

Papa replied to a thread Jeff's Roadster Build in Roadster Build Threads

Common mistake, but your ball joint mount plate is upside down. You want the ball joint angle to point outward, not inward. In other words, the...

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04-21-2019, 06:55 PM

Papa replied to a thread Papa's MKIV Roadster Build - #9115 (ready for paint) in Roadster Build Threads

Today I stood in front of my shelves that have held all those boxes that the kit ships in. Most of the boxes had a couple of odds and ends in them...

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04-21-2019, 06:42 PM

Papa added 1 photo(s) to album Papa's MKIV Album

04-21-2019, 08:15 AM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Reccomendation? Transmission supplier in Roadster

I purchased my Coyote, Trans, steel bell housing and clutch directly from Ford Racing.

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04-20-2019, 08:12 PM

Papa replied to a thread Badges, sidepipe wedges and support in Pay It Forward!

What specific side pipe wedges are you selling? I may be able to use them. Dave

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04-20-2019, 09:23 AM

Papa replied to a thread Perseverance: The 383 Dark Side Dart ZF 6-Speed MK-4 in Roadster

Get'er done Steve!

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04-19-2019, 08:38 PM

Papa replied to a thread Papa's MKIV Roadster Build - #9115 (ready for paint) in Roadster Build Threads

Thanks, guys! I'm pretty excited to get it "done". I just booked transportation and Jeff should have the car the first week of June. Dave

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04-18-2019, 01:27 PM

Papa replied to a thread Vintage Gauges in Roadster

I believe the sending unit operates from ~16 - 158 Ohms. The gauge calibrations map to each 1/8 gauge readings. Just look at which 1/8th point is...

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04-18-2019, 12:59 PM

Papa replied to a thread Vintage Gauges in Roadster

In calibration mode, press the set button until the gauge reads 7/8. Then, press and hold the button to set the gauge with that value. That should...

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04-17-2019, 10:02 PM

Papa replied to a thread Papa's MKIV Roadster Build - #9115 (ready for paint) in Roadster Build Threads

Woohoo! I'm next in Jeff's shop for paint! Now I just need to get a transporter lined up. I'm going with Spectra Blue and Pearl White stripes. I...

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04-16-2019, 06:14 PM

Papa replied to a thread Is this normal??? in Roadster

How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. You are building a system of systems. Suspension, steering, brakes, cooling, fuel, etc. Focus on...

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04-16-2019, 08:28 AM

doddmoore replied to a thread I'm Joining the Club! in Welcomes and Introductions

Congratulations and welcome! -Mitchell

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04-15-2019, 10:02 PM

doddmoore replied to a thread Meindl Mk IV Build in Roadster Build Threads

I start working on the dash pretty soon. Maybe as early as next week. I'll be following this pretty close since I have the stock gauges as well.

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04-15-2019, 09:54 PM

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

Looking good, Frank! I sent you a PM. Dave

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04-15-2019, 08:05 PM

doddmoore replied to a thread TONKS 347 the Baker's Build in Roadster Build Threads

After a well deserved break I got back to the car first thing today. I used some ratchet straps to lift the gas tank into place and get it attached....

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04-15-2019, 08:00 PM

doddmoore added 2 photo(s) to album Build thread posts

04-14-2019, 02:05 PM

Papa replied to a thread Tools for alumin(i)um sheetmetal work in Roadster

Very little adjustment/trimming needed on the FFR pre-cut aluminum panels. They've got them pretty well engineered.

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04-14-2019, 11:12 AM

Papa replied to a thread Tools for alumin(i)um sheetmetal work in Roadster

Honestly, a good pair of hand shears is what you will use most of the time. I also used a nibbler for some of the custom fabrication pieces. I used...

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04-14-2019, 11:05 AM

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

Wiring a car is a lot different than wiring a house. Home electrical is easy for me, car electrical … a bit more challenging due to the variations...

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04-14-2019, 10:53 AM

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

X2 - I believe all the Sniper EFIs have an internal (60 PSI) regulator. You'll want to be certain before plumbing up the fuel connections or your...

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04-13-2019, 08:35 AM

doddmoore replied to a thread TONKS 347 the Baker's Build in Roadster Build Threads

Well after getting back to the car for a week I'm now off again, but at least it isn't work keeping me away. Greetings from beautiful Austin, TX for...

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04-13-2019, 08:27 AM

doddmoore added 2 photo(s) to album Non build Pics

04-11-2019, 06:50 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Leather dash and tunnel in Roadster

Check your gauges. I ordered the Vintage gauges with my kit (delivered early 2017) and they have turn signal and high been indicator lights built...

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04-11-2019, 06:29 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread winter upgrades in Roadster

A friend (not on the forum) purchased a used MK4 without power brakes. Didn't like the braking without and decided to add them without removing the...

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