Edwardb’s Gen 3 Type 65 Coyote Coupe #59 Build: 5,000 Mile Report

[edwardb]

One of my big goals for this build was to enter it into the 2020 Detroit Autorama. I’ve done this show with each of my builds, and even though a lot of work it’s something I enjoy doing. January 15 is the due date for the application, so I’ve been thrashing to get this far enough along for pictures and the completed application. As of earlier today, the application is in the mail. With seven weeks to go, I should have plenty of time to complete the details that aren’t showing in the pics. Including the missing windshield which clearly is visible. These are what I sent with my application. Would have liked to take the exterior pics outside. Less cluttered and better light. But cold with snow on the ground now. So these will have to do. First time off the lift since back in the shop from paint. Man, can't wait to drive this thing.

[Papa]

Paul,

The mirrors look really sporty. Are those part of the kit? Also, probably a really dumb question, how do you open the doors -- assume you have to reach inside to use the latch?

The car is amazing and is giving me bad (expensive) thoughts.

Dave

[JimS]

The car looks really nice Paul! Sorry to see you gone from the other forum.

Jim

[edwardb]

Paul,

Looks great.

And I "owe" you this. The engine cover looks really good too.

Jim

You're too funny Jim. It turned out as good as can be expected I think for that Gen 3 Coyote which isn't easy to dress up.

Paul,

The mirrors look really sporty. Are those part of the kit? Also, probably a really dumb question, how do you open the doors -- assume you have to reach inside to use the latch?

The car is amazing and is giving me bad (expensive) thoughts.

Dave

No, the kit comes with a single fender mounted mirror. Same one as the Roadster. Has the same problem. Poor visibility. Plus I want a mirror on both sides. Those mirrors I described in an earlier post. They're from Peter Brock and ones he has available for the Coupe. In addition to looking decent, you can actually see out of them. https://www.bre2.net/mm5/merchant.mv...ry_Code=mirror. Not cheap, but nice quality. The guys that painted my car recognized them as a commercially available item. But I have no idea where, and besides I can say I have something from Peter Brock on my build.

Yes, you have to reach through the side windows to pull the door handle to open it. Not that bad, but then I'm used to it now. Some guys put poppers on the doors to make it easier. I had enough complications going I skipped that.

Come on over to the Coupe side! Seriously, I'll be very interested to live with it this next season, after driving a Roadster for the past 8-9 seasons. Will have both for now to compare. It's a similar build, but also different in a number of ways.

The car looks really nice Paul! Sorry to see you gone from the other forum.

Jim

Me too. Gave them multiple chances with no luck. Just not worth it.

[JohnMac]

Thought I’d chime in on the mirrors. I looked at the photo the link took me to and think the mirrors look identical to what Honda uses on the VFR800. Ive purchased a couple pair and will have to see how they work.

[GashF16]

Paul, what is the powder coat color code (or name) for the color on your sheet metal? It looks like a matte or semigloss charcoal gray, but I'm sure my computer screen is a little off.

[edwardb]

Paul, what is the powder coat color code (or name) for the color on your sheet metal? It looks like a matte or semigloss charcoal gray, but I'm sure my computer screen is a little off.

The powder coat shop I use calls it "IG 90 satin glimmer." Sorry I don't know the mfg name or any more details. I like it a lot. Nice contrast to the black frame. Satin is slightly shiny but not glossy so doesn't get light scratching like gloss powder coat. Used it on my 20th Anniversary Roadster build as well. Was a pretty close match to the color Factory Five used on those frames.

[jdavis500]

Soaking in all the details. You set the bar very high!