Visit our community sponsor
Thanks: 0
Likes: 0
Bill asked me to post some updates. So here they are
Looks great Bill!
John
Finished the "My Coupe, my way" project.
http://s956.photobucket.com/albums/ae46/jdcoupe1969/
Coupe #386,17" Team III 245 FR 315 RR, 3-link, T5, 4 wheel disk, power brakes/steering. Sniper EFI
First start Sept. 18 2013 First go kart Sept 19 2013
Beautiful!!! Congratulations on a very nice car.
Chris
If it's too LOUD....you're too OLD!!
Build Site >> http://www.flickr.com/photos/51103049@N00/collections/
FFR#0441CP Complete Coupe kit, IRS, T-5, 392ci 351W, Webers, Delivered 4/29/09
You have nailed it Bill.
I had made a plate to cover the hole in the front aluminum when I don't use the front tow hook but I like the look with the hook in place...
I also ordered the rear window rubber trim that Bill recommended...I think it will be perfect for the glass. Thanks for the tip Bill.
Marc
It's just A Matter Of Time
Marc
FFR Coupe 434, 347ci, Power Brakes, SAI Mod, 3 link rear
Bill,
Looks like a custom exhaust system with larger diameter mufflers. Very well done on the whole car ... it's a beauty.
Garry
I sure miss my coupe!
F5R1004503SP 2004 Challenge Car, 331 Stroker
Coupe # 031, 422" Windsor stroker by Southern Automotive (Dash autographed by Peter Brock)***SOLD***
Unique 427 Roadster, 482" Aluminum FE by Southern Automotive***SOLD***
Gary - they are larger in diameter and a bit longer I think. The inside diameter has been increased and seems to have much better flow. I forget what brand they are but easily obtainable. I fabricated the whole system except for the connector pipes between the headers and the mufflers. There are two brackets underneath and a SS bolt through the lower sill as they are a bit heavier than the originals. The sound is much more tolerable. I liked the original sound but the wife kept wrinkling her nose everytime I started it, therefore a new system was decided upon!!. LOL I'ld like her to accompany me on daytrips so didn't mind quieting things down a bit. Can't wait to finish all the small details and get on the road.
Bill
Coupe #421, Picked Up 11/15/08, started 1/1/09 - Rebuilt mildly massaged 302, T5, 3 Link, and Loads of Extras
Congratulations on a job well done. There is just something special about a blue coupe.
Doug
Anyone notice the blinkers in the front grille opening?
John
Finished the "My Coupe, my way" project.
http://s956.photobucket.com/albums/ae46/jdcoupe1969/
Coupe #386,17" Team III 245 FR 315 RR, 3-link, T5, 4 wheel disk, power brakes/steering. Sniper EFI
First start Sept. 18 2013 First go kart Sept 19 2013
Wow-- that's the kind of craftsmanship that has onlookers coming back for more, if they know their stuff, right down to the double-nutting on the fire bottle mounts!
Is there a lid to the tunnel console thing? Is the dashtop usually removeable, or did you make it that way yourself?
More detail shots, please!
bwwooster
The tray alonside the driver's seat has no lid, it is carpeted on the inside and is just for odds and ends, change, turnpike toll receiver, sunglasses etc. The dashtop was made removeable so things could be serviced if required. Made out of a new piece of aluminum 1/4" wider than the edge of the dash with a foam backer and upholstered in black Mercedes Benz vinyl. Secures to the cross bar with 4 SS screws and finish washers like the ones in the rear. I'll try to get some detail shots up to John to post for me. Try as I might I'm not able to figure out how to put photos into the Forum.
Bill
Coupe #421, Picked Up 11/15/08, started 1/1/09 - Rebuilt mildly massaged 302, T5, 3 Link, and Loads of Extras
Posting Permissions
Visit our community sponsor
Reply With Quote