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09-13-2018, 07:36 PM

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

Last weekend I had another distraction that took me away from the build. It was Factory Five related and in my garage, so I figure it's worth a post...

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09-13-2018, 07:26 PM

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

Mark, that's some good advice. Since I already attached the front brackets, I may leave it as is, but I can get what you are saying to work in the...

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09-05-2018, 08:12 AM

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

;) I can't see it making much difference. The rod ends appear to be lined up with the shock center line before you shortened the spacer. Maybe that's...

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09-04-2018, 09:39 PM

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

That looks a lot better. It looks more sturdy as well. Does that change the sway bar geometry enough to effect anything?

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09-04-2018, 09:37 PM

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

Thanks Steve! I'll let him know you like it. I'm proud of him for building it as well as working for it. I helped him with a few things, but he's...

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09-04-2018, 08:46 PM

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

And here's the reason we didn't get much done...the boys wanted to put the body on the car. Since it was the year anniversary of the delivery (on...

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09-04-2018, 08:33 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Papa's MKIV Roadster Build - #9115 (In the home stretch now!) in Roadster Build Threads

Looking and sounding good...again! Glad it's working good for you!

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09-04-2018, 03:34 PM

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

I accomplished a little on the car this weekend; not as much as I hoped (I'll show you why, later). I installed the front flexible brake lines. ...

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09-04-2018, 03:14 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Kids friendly paint job ideas?? in Roadster

I've been thinking of doing dip your car on mine. Like the others said, it stays decent for a year then peal it off and do it again. The kids would...

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08-31-2018, 02:04 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Headers.... I need some, have some!!! in Roadster

Hey BadAsp, Just to weigh in with some BPE insider info...you'll want to get the new 302 headers from Factory Five. Their new headers are made to fit...

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08-29-2018, 03:12 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread RonJon24’s Build Thread: This is the start! in Roadster Build Threads

Cool, Congrats, and welcome to the club!

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08-28-2018, 11:56 AM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Carl's 20th Anniversary #8690 - The Build Begins 8/19/18 in Roadster Build Threads

You are moving right along. It's looking great!

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08-27-2018, 10:19 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Well I went and and did it in Roadster

Congrats!

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08-27-2018, 02:43 PM

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

:D haha!!

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08-27-2018, 12:07 PM

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

When I ordered my kit I didn't see the front sway bar on the order form (this was before they overhauled the site), but a few months back I saw some...

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08-27-2018, 11:48 AM

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

I agree, We'll probably never regret adding trunk space.:cool:

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08-24-2018, 02:04 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Looking for pictures of real Cobra's engine compartment in Roadster

Wow! Erik, that's amazing work. I'm not sure how I missed that one. I've been a background reader on this site for years. I just don't spend a lot of...

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08-23-2018, 10:09 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Looking for pictures of real Cobra's engine compartment in Roadster

Thanks for the pics! I really, really, like those webers. I just wish they were cheaper. :( Gumball, your car is one of my favs. I found your old...

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08-23-2018, 07:50 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Looking for pictures of real Cobra's engine compartment in Roadster

Probably leaning more towards the competition side, but not completely sure. I'm not necessarily going for a dead on recreation, just want to make it...

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08-23-2018, 03:52 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Looking for pictures of real Cobra's engine compartment in Roadster

Thanks, good tips

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08-23-2018, 03:51 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Looking for pictures of real Cobra's engine compartment in Roadster

289/small block, but I'm interested in seeing the differences.

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08-23-2018, 03:50 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Looking for pictures of real Cobra's engine compartment in Roadster

Man, I've really wanted to go to that place for several years. That sounds like the perfect weekend to go. I think I have other things going...

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08-23-2018, 11:29 AM

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

Next up...battery box install. This piece is designed and sold by FFmetals. It's a nice well made part. This box mounts the battery under the floor...

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08-23-2018, 10:51 AM

Yama-Bro started a thread Looking for pictures of real Cobra's engine compartment in Roadster

Hi Guys, Where is a good place to find pictures of engine compartments of the original Cobras? I just want to get some ideas for making mine look...

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08-23-2018, 10:12 AM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread My next door neighbor. in Roadster

:D Haha, nice one, I had to read some of the thread again to get this one.

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08-22-2018, 04:09 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Brake reservoir? in Roadster Build Threads

I really like these, they look like something that came out of a car from the 60's. Were did you get them?

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08-22-2018, 04:04 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread Pedal Box Mount Washer? in Roadster

Mine is that way too.

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08-22-2018, 04:00 PM

Yama-Bro replied to a thread My next door neighbor. in Roadster

That's awesome. Time to rename the street...snake street? :D

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