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Yesterday, 04:54 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Here is a pic of the cab outside in the sun. Bed getting painted this weekend. Hope to have cab and front done and out to window shop by next...

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Yesterday, 09:23 AM

wallace18 replied to a thread #1104 Steve's 33 Rod Build in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

Looking good!

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Yesterday, 07:14 AM

wallace18 replied to a thread New to FFR hot rod building in '35 Hot Rod Truck

Radiator comes with kit. Look over all the threads and posts in the 35 section. I will help you with a lot of questions. Best of luck. If you do go...

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02-20-2019, 03:15 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Finish line in Roadster

They are down to one person. It took a month fro me to get parts. Shame they have a lot of cool stuff.

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02-20-2019, 07:38 AM

wallace18 replied to a thread PB and son MK4 build thread by wallace18 in Roadster Build Threads

Finish-line goodies came in yesterday. Front grommets, emblems and side pipe heat shields. Still waiting on Whitby Power brake deal. Then all that...

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02-18-2019, 02:47 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Help me choose a Dark Solid Blue paint colour :) in Roadster

Check out 1966 Mustang - Midnight Blue

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02-18-2019, 02:26 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

That is a big yes!

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02-18-2019, 12:39 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

I could not stand it I had to go over to Huegenics to see the paint in person. It is amazing how it looks dark red out of sunlight and orange in...

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02-18-2019, 10:59 AM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread MkIV Would Of's and Should Of's in Roadster

Removable steering wheel makes it easier to get in and out. You can't pull on the windshield to get out (you'll break it). Sit on the floor with...

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02-17-2019, 03:41 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Here is a photo of the dash and cab after clear. It does have some orange look to it even though the color is cinnamon.

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02-17-2019, 01:06 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread florida insurance companys in Roadster

I am in FL and use Heacock Classic out of Lakeland, FL for all my FFR cars. https://heacockclassic.com

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02-17-2019, 12:53 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

In case someone wants to know how Chris does show winning paint for me here is a glimpse of all that goes into one. First 4 coats of red crystal, 2...

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02-17-2019, 11:05 AM

wallace18 replied to a thread Panel adhesive in Type '65 Coupe Build Threads

Black GE silicone II.

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02-17-2019, 11:04 AM

wallace18 replied to a thread SWAY BARS: Do I need them?I in Roadster

I did a 427 MK4 a year ago with IRS and front and rear sway bars. Very rough ride compared to a few 3-link without sway bars I built. Unless Road...

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02-17-2019, 06:54 AM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Chris sprayed sealer on the cab and front stuff last night. He will spray color today.

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02-16-2019, 01:32 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Chris getting whole front end ready for paint. Underside of hood already painted satin black.

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02-15-2019, 03:27 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Cleaned up all the dust. Cab is heading into paint booth. Chris kept the interior clean.

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02-15-2019, 11:51 AM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread MkIV Would Of's and Should Of's in Roadster

RT turn signals, seat heaters (and depending on where you live, FFR heater too). PS & PB. Hi-back Kirkey seats. Drop trunk. I did add a radio and...

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02-15-2019, 07:24 AM

wallace18 replied to a thread MkIV Would Of's and Should Of's in Roadster

I will starting my 5th MK4 build next month. P/S and P/B are 2 items that IMO make the car much easier and fun to drive. Quiet pipes also make...

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02-14-2019, 04:14 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Chris is doing final sanding on primer sealer now. Cab, doors, hood, radiator shell and hood sides to get color on Sunday or Monday. Bed next week.

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02-14-2019, 07:43 AM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

It is aluminum mesh from Custom car grills https://www.customcargrills.com

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02-13-2019, 03:18 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Comes with 35 kit.

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02-12-2019, 02:37 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread GTM Stereo Mounting Question in GTM Supercar

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?23013-Wallace18-s-GTM-build-Thread/page3 check out my post #104. It is straight forward install....

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02-12-2019, 01:06 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread PB and son MK4 build thread by wallace18 in Roadster Build Threads

Door panels from Herb came in. I always get a set of these and give them as a bonus gift to my customers. They really finish off the inside of the...

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02-12-2019, 07:59 AM

wallace18 replied to a thread Standard Brakes or Upgrade? in Type '65 Coupe

`IMO Power brakes with the kits standard brakes is the best option. I have built one with wilwood and without with manual. Wilwood not worth the cost...

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02-11-2019, 01:40 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Rear end mounts - which holes? in '35 Hot Rod Truck

All this should be in the manual. However, the lower holes are usually used for street and the upper for racing. On the center link I used the center...

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02-11-2019, 12:43 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread PB and son MK4 build thread by wallace18 in Roadster Build Threads

After coming home from a weeks trip up north to visit family in PA and NC some parts came in. Lizard Skin, self canceling turn signal module from...

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02-11-2019, 07:34 AM

wallace18 replied to a thread DamnYankee Build Thread in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Congrats! Looks like Christmas in Feb. LOL.

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02-10-2019, 05:38 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Chris finished up final sealing primer on the bed sides, roll pan and cab. Now we just wait a week for color. I really like how he finished up the...

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02-07-2019, 07:07 PM

wallace18 replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Chris has some parts in final prime. Cab should be in final prime by Saturday. Then it is time to let it all sit and gas off for a week. Then color!

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