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Today, 07:49 AM

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

A bit surprised at all the negative comments regarding a master disconnect. With the right switch, properly installed, certainly doesn't hurt...

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Today, 07:18 AM

edwardb replied to a thread Headlight switch - Gen 2 Daytona in Type '65 Coupe

ACDelco D1588 is also the same thing. I've found the branded ACDelco part to be a bit better quality than the kit supplied switch. Could be available...

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Yesterday, 04:59 PM

edwardb 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

Hey Scott. Unless something changes that I'm sure not expecting, bringing the Coupe to London this year. For the past two years, I've been asked a...

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Yesterday, 11:15 AM

edwardb 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

Thanks for all the encouraging comments guys. It really is a relief getting the Coupe home. I don't know why, but I stress too much when it's at the...

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Yesterday, 11:00 AM

edwardb replied to a thread Couple of MkIV Questions in Roadster

Anything is possible. And those VW style latching relays can be troublesome. But I kind of doubt a failure mode would be both sides connected. I had...

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Yesterday, 07:24 AM

edwardb replied to a thread transmission tunnel cover in Ask a Factory Five Tech

Mainly because it makes the transmission easier to install and remove. Whether attached to the engine as one unit, or removing it by separating from...

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12-11-2019, 11:50 PM

edwardb replied to a thread Caddy Dad Mk IV Roadster build in Roadster Build Threads

Way to go. Congratulations on your order and upcoming delivery. Doesn't look like I completely sold you on the Coyote power (:rolleyes:) but I tried....

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12-11-2019, 11:42 PM

edwardb 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

Drove to the shop today and brought the Coupe home. First time out for the new SE and worked great. The Coupe actually fits. Snowing off and on, and...

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12-11-2019, 11:23 PM

edwardb added 6 photo(s) to album Gen 3 Type 65 Paint

12-11-2019, 09:56 AM

edwardb replied to a thread Bodyseam grinding on hotrod in Body & Interior - 33 HotRod

Right. Consistent with what I said. Just to make sure there isn't any additional shrinkage. But it's not "drying" for two weeks or whatever (actually...

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12-11-2019, 09:31 AM

edwardb replied to a thread Bodyseam grinding on hotrod in Body & Interior - 33 HotRod

Never heard that before. I've used a bunch of it. Mixed per the instructions it kicks in 15-20 minutes. And is rock hard in an hour or so. Trust me....

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12-11-2019, 08:56 AM

edwardb replied to a thread Alternatives to FFR supplied AC/Heater? in Type '65 Coupe

FWIW, here are some write-ups I did in my build thread about the kit from Factory Five. Note this is the Coyote version. ...

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12-11-2019, 06:37 AM

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

X2 on the recommendation for Finishline. The arms are exactly the right size, have the proper connection for the wipers blades you already have, and...

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12-10-2019, 07:34 PM

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

The wiring harness, including the O2 sensor cables, are quite different between the Gen 2 Coyote and the Gen 3. Plus where you mount the Coyote...

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12-10-2019, 02:50 PM

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

Yeah, not a bad price if it's in good shape. Too bad about the cheap "kit car" shots though. Can't stand that...

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12-10-2019, 02:44 PM

edwardb replied to a thread Covering Holes... in Type '65 Coupe

This is what I've used: https://www.mcmaster.com/7631a84. Found it to be just the right thickness and sticks well. Haven't run across anything...

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12-10-2019, 02:39 PM

edwardb replied to a thread Alternatives to FFR supplied AC/Heater? in Type '65 Coupe

- The 3K sale is about as good as it gets. They frequently have sales, but they're all in that range. I wouldn't expect too much more. - Agreed...

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12-10-2019, 02:20 PM

edwardb replied to a thread HELP!! Speedhut inverter/dimmer in Roadster

My response was assuming you had the dash wired. My bad. No. The headlight switch doesn't add anything if you're applying power directly. You can...

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12-10-2019, 11:39 AM

edwardb replied to a thread HELP!! Speedhut inverter/dimmer in Roadster

Yes, the inverter has been known to be defective and/or fail. The version of the gauges that uses the inverter (there's apparently a newer version...

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12-09-2019, 10:39 PM

edwardb replied to a thread Daytona Coupe Baseline in General Discussions

With only six originals ever made (not counting the never completed one 427 version, continuation models) not a lot to choose from. Although I...

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12-09-2019, 09:51 PM

edwardb replied to a thread Next Generation Factory Five Supercar Update in GTM Supercar

I'll be watching... :cool:

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12-09-2019, 09:50 PM

edwardb replied to a thread Covering Holes... in Type '65 Coupe

Both Roadsters and Coupes (what I've had experience with) have some gaps that require filling. Sometimes they are big enough to require a piece of...

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12-09-2019, 09:31 PM

edwardb replied to a thread Honest question in Roadster

Right. Except you said "Resale value?" up front in your initial post. Then had a whole paragraph about cost, build versus buy, average resale, etc....

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12-09-2019, 09:23 PM

edwardb replied to a thread Brad's MKIV Build - Pending delivery! in Roadster Build Threads

Front mounting ears on the center section needs to be drilled out, there's a hole on the knuckles that needs to be drilled out. Also you'll be...

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12-09-2019, 04:20 PM

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

For bending tools, I started out with that Eastwood triple head bender on my first build. I didn’t feel like it worked all that well. At least for...

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