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05-21-2019, 05:14 PM

shark92651 commented on blog entry Pre-assembled louvers in Qurt

Are you talking about a template in order to cut a proper hole to mount them? I don't think one exists but should be pretty easy to make one. Place...

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05-21-2019, 03:14 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Local paint shops experiences please... in Roadster

I went to two local shops. The first, a regular body shop. The second, a custom shop. Both quoted me 10k plus. I ended up painting it myself. ...

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05-21-2019, 01:53 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Ducky2009 MK4 Build #9035 in Roadster Build Threads

Thanks Paul. I found one locally and installed it. I purchased my engine, trans, CLUTCH, etc directly from Ford Racing. I always thought the heavy...

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05-20-2019, 07:39 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Ducky2009 MK4 Build #9035 in Roadster Build Threads

1,000 miles and now have a broken clutch cable. I know others have had this same issue, but can't remember who. Someone listed the Ford P/N but I...

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05-20-2019, 08:32 AM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

I will reroute the GPS wire around the top side of the firewall extension. As far as the bulb seal in the slot, should I notch out the entire slot,...

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05-19-2019, 06:38 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

This afternoon I got the weatherstripping installed. Not a difficult task, but a satisfying one. Let me know if anyone sees that I missed something...

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05-19-2019, 08:36 AM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

I only have a little time to work on the car this morning but I finished up the wiring for the tail lights. I tested and all functions are working:...

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05-18-2019, 10:30 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Clutch pedal interference question in Roadster

I read that older chassis' had such an issue that the pedal (or frame) needed a major notch to achieve full travel. Not sure why your's has...

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05-18-2019, 05:38 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

In preparation for riveting in the outer panels on the driver's side footbox, I double-checked my pedal positions and brake balance, and put a little...

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05-18-2019, 10:51 AM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

Last night my brother came back over and we pulled the body off so I could get back to work on prepping everything for body assembly. Next up is a...

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05-13-2019, 08:13 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

I'm not really sure but I'll get in there with a flashlight when I have a chance and take a good look at it. Did you have to trim the aluminum side...

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05-12-2019, 08:42 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Edwardb’s Gen 3 Type 65 Coyote Coupe #59 Build: Rear Hatch in Type '65 Coupe Build Threads

I like the 3rd brake light, fits in with the car pretty well. I'm searching for a 3rd brake light option for the roadster, but haven't found one I'm...

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05-12-2019, 04:28 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

Ok, now it's about to get real. I rolled the body outside for the first time since last May when I received my kit. Following the advice of others...

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05-12-2019, 04:05 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

My brother came over to help me test fit the body for the first time, but before that I took him for a go-cart ride. I guess it was a good time to go...

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05-12-2019, 03:59 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

This Saturday it was raining pretty hard but I did manage to get a few items knocked off the list. First thing I did was put the rubber trim on...

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05-09-2019, 07:45 AM

ILPBFoot replied to a thread Coil question in Roadster

Jay, I'm wondering if when the #5 plug wire came off, the coil charge trying to go out that distributor post to the wire had no place to go so it...

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05-09-2019, 07:28 AM

ILPBFoot replied to a thread Coil question in Roadster

Yes some SBC had those and were awesome! You didn't have to take the distributor cap off to make the dwell adjustments. I felt spoiled when a car...

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05-08-2019, 05:00 PM

ILPBFoot replied to a thread Coil question in Roadster

Interesting. I have all the documentation from MSD for these exact parts on my Blueprint 351W based stroker. The MSD Installation Instructions say...

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05-06-2019, 04:42 PM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread Bought a Mk 2 kit in Roadster

So what's your plans? Engine, trans, etc. Congrats and good luck

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05-05-2019, 10:29 PM

shark92651 started a thread About to start fitting the body, are there some "must read" threads I should study? in Roadster

Like just about everything else on this build, I have never done any work with fiberglass before. I looked over most of the body work sections of...

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05-05-2019, 10:17 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread David's MKIV Build in Roadster Build Threads

Welcome to the madness. I take it you are planning a Coyote build? That is what I am working on and I'm just about to start body work. I have a...

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05-05-2019, 03:52 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

No I did not. I started working with Tilton customer service on it and they even mentioned that the powder coat on the bell housing must be the same...

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05-05-2019, 09:41 AM

Ducky2009 replied to a thread New Member in Welcomes and Introductions

Welcome Brian. As you read the many posts, you'll see that we all have OUR OWN IDEAS as to what we like. I personally had a pretty good idea as...

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05-04-2019, 05:42 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

Thanks. Sure feels good to get back to this point. I will probably just brush on some of the Herculiner I received today.

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05-04-2019, 04:37 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

I took the Go Cart around the neighborhood for a few miles to test out the new clutch release and it is working great - shifts smoothly into all...

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05-04-2019, 04:32 PM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

Well Forte was kind enough to swap out my bracket and cylinder for basically enough to cover shipping. I had to tweak it a bit to get it to fit...

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04-28-2019, 10:42 AM

ILPBFoot replied to a thread FREE - Lower Radiator Pipe Clamp - My Gift to You in For Sale - Parts

Thanks all for cleaning me out. Hope they work out well for everyone. Steve

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04-28-2019, 07:38 AM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

I was wondering if I need to use the Lizard Skin top coat product, or could I just use some of the bedliner product I intend to use on the underside...

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04-27-2019, 11:09 AM

shark92651 replied to a thread Shark92651's MK4 Coyote Build #9327 - Body is on in Roadster Build Threads

Today I got my trans tunnel covered in leather and I'm pretty happy with how it turned out. First here are some pics of the finished product, less...

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