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    Another one on the road!

    I'm excited to announce that #7999 is officially legal and on the road! The state of Pennsylvania has found it in its heart to issue tags for my 450 hp rocket, despite the alarming amount of zip ties and pool noodles used in its construction. The first 60 miles have been fantastic, way better than I thought it would be. Plan is to shake it down in gel coat for the next year while I finish the final bits and upgrades I’d like to do, then off to paint.

    Thanks to all the posts and threads on these forums to help me get to this point, wouldn't have been remotely possible without this group.

    See you on the road!

    -Craig


    MK IV Roadster #7999
    Ford Racing 427x; QF 670 Carb; TKO 600; 3.31 Rear End; 3-link; 17” Halibrand Replicas (9” front, 10.5” rear), Khumo Ecstas (245 front, 315 rear), EPAS Power Steering; Power Brakes; 8/1/19 - Legal in gelcoat!; 12/1/20 - Paint & bodywork in progress! Silver, no black, no red, wait now silver....

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    Well done! I am close behind you. I hope to post the same stage of completion before the end of the year.
    20th Anniversary Mk IV, A50XS Coyote, TKO 600, Trunk Drop Box, Trunk Battery Box, Cubby Hole, Seat Heaters, Radiator hanger and shroud.

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    Congratulations from the Dark Side (FFR #8,515)

    3.23's are a great option when you've got all those cubes spinning things.

    1,900 RPM...............1st...........2nd..........3rd...........4th...........5th
    MPH P/Gear...........15.14.......21.73.......31.45........44.97........71.39

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    Congrats on the build! Now let the fun begin!

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    This is Great! Congrats!!
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    Congrats brother, nice riding in it yesterday

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    Congrats from #8650! No pool noodles, but I can relate. Still waiting for state inspection... (4 weeks and counting)
    Mk IV Roadster - #8650 - delivered 7-17-2015 - first start 7-28-2018 - first go-kart 10-13-2018 - licensed and on the road 9-9-19: body/paint completed 3-17-2020.
    Complete kit / 2015 Coyote / TKO600 / IRS / Wilwood brakes / Mid-Shift mod / Power Steering / Heater and Seat Heaters / RT turn signal / Breeze radiator shroud and mount

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    Congrats. Enjoy driving.

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    Congrats! enjoy!

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    Congratulations!
    MKIV complete kit w/powder coating and cut outs, serial #9189 delivered 10/10/17, first start - 10/5/18, legal - 10/08/20. Blueprint 306 w/Holley Sniper EFI, TKO 600, power steering, Breeze fan shroud, trunk cubby, & engine compartment battery kit, CNC brake reservoirs, RT turn signal & gas pedal, mechanical throttle linkage, METCO safety loop, GASN side pipes, drop trunk, dual chrome roll bars, vintage gauges, glove box, custom center console, cup holders, and speakers.

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    Congratulations, enjoy the drive
    FFR #7388 - Mk 4 Complete Kit w/ IRS, Ordered 10/21/10, Delivered 12/8/10. 302 with FiTech and Under Car Exhaust, Heat & A/C, Rod Top. Hard top and shop built side curtains added 2023.

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    Congratulations from the other "Pennsylvania Craig"!! So glad to hear that you're already enjoying the beast. I'm making good progress on my "resurrection" build of a 2008 Mk 3.1 and plan to take it to the US Vintage Grand Prix at Watkins Glen on 9/5/19. It may not be PA registered by then but at least I can drive it around the paddock there! I, like you, am going to drive it in gel-coat for the first year while I sort things out.

    If you are ever up in the State College area, give me a call. I'd love to see your car and compare notes. Cell is 814-777-2999.
    Craig

    10/2018 -- acquired Mk3.1 #6602 which was an unfinished project in go-kart stage; 9/2019 -- completed car enough to drive locally and compete in autocross events; still in original black gel-coat; 347 Stroker w/ Holley 650 carb, roller cam; Tremec 3550; 3.51 rear diff; lots of Breeze pieces; 2021 -- XP Champion in Central PA Region - SCCA Autocross Series; 2022 - installed windshield and registered in PA; my Build Thread -- https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...ished-Business

    6/2022 -- acquired Mk3 #1004; finished build; 347 stroker w/ Holley 560 carb SOLD

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    Quote Originally Posted by GoDadGo View Post
    Congratulations from the Dark Side (FFR #8,515)

    3.23's are a great option when you've got all those cubes spinning things.

    1,900 RPM...............1st...........2nd..........3rd...........4th...........5th
    MPH P/Gear...........15.14.......21.73.......31.45........44.97........71.39
    Thanks. Yeah, I’m close to that, I have 3.31 which so far seems like a great combo, has been surprisingly drivable given all the power.
    MK IV Roadster #7999
    Ford Racing 427x; QF 670 Carb; TKO 600; 3.31 Rear End; 3-link; 17” Halibrand Replicas (9” front, 10.5” rear), Khumo Ecstas (245 front, 315 rear), EPAS Power Steering; Power Brakes; 8/1/19 - Legal in gelcoat!; 12/1/20 - Paint & bodywork in progress! Silver, no black, no red, wait now silver....

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    Quote Originally Posted by CFranks View Post
    Thanks. Yeah, I’m close to that, I have 3.31 which so far seems like a great combo, has been surprisingly derivable given all the power.
    I set up a spread sheet a while back for my friend and former co-worker, F-5 Forum Member Smithbks, so the numbers should be spot on.

    Brian has a 427 Windsor with a standard ratio TKO-600 behind it so his 3.31 rear end gears really work well. His combo works because of the crazy torque that the 427 engine has. He has stated that he loves the 3.31 rear but still must watch the go-pedal since his car will knock the tires loose in the first three gears with no problem.

    Cruising down the interstate his car is right at the bottom of the power band but with no lugging what so ever so I think the 3.31's are a better option than 3.55's or 3.73's with a big inch engine with so much torque.

    Happy Motoring!
    Last edited by GoDadGo; 08-06-2019 at 09:56 AM.

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    I drove mine for 2 years before paint, and got just as many thumbs up!



    Welcome to road warrior status! Be safe and have fun!


    FFR 5369 Pin Drive, IRS, Trigos, Torsen, Wilwoods, FMS BOSS 302 "B" cam , Mass-flo. CA SB100 (SPCN) Registered
    Delivered 4/23/06. "Finished" 4/2012 (still not done!)


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    Quote Originally Posted by CFranks View Post
    Thanks. Yeah, IĀ’m close to that, I have 3.31 which so far seems like a great combo, has been surprisingly drivable given all the power.
    I re-ran the numbers with your ratio and the height of a 315/35-17" tire.

    ...............................................1st............2nd...........3rd............4th............5th
    1,900 RPM......Trans Ratio..........2.97..........2.07..........1.43..........1.00..........0.63
    3.31 Axle........MPH/Gear..........14.78........21.20........30.69.........43.89........69.66

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    Thanks! Very cool, I'll test this weekend and compare the results.

    Quote Originally Posted by GoDadGo View Post
    I re-ran the numbers with your ratio and the height of a 315/35-17" tire.

    ...............................................1st............2nd...........3rd............4th............5th
    1,900 RPM......Trans Ratio..........2.97..........2.07..........1.43..........1.00..........0.63
    3.31 Axle........MPH/Gear..........14.78........21.20........30.69.........43.89........69.66
    MK IV Roadster #7999
    Ford Racing 427x; QF 670 Carb; TKO 600; 3.31 Rear End; 3-link; 17” Halibrand Replicas (9” front, 10.5” rear), Khumo Ecstas (245 front, 315 rear), EPAS Power Steering; Power Brakes; 8/1/19 - Legal in gelcoat!; 12/1/20 - Paint & bodywork in progress! Silver, no black, no red, wait now silver....

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    Thanks for the note, I went to Penn State way back when so know the area well. I'll PM you my details as well if you're ever in the Philly area. Also, let me know if you have any questions about the PA inspection process as you get closer, it's manageable just need to find the right enhanced inspection shop and auto tag store that knows what they're doing. Especially since you also bought an unfinished roadster that I assume has an MCO from FFR in a different person's name, can cause some confusion. I got through it though.

    Quote Originally Posted by FF6602 View Post
    Congratulations from the other "Pennsylvania Craig"!! So glad to hear that you're already enjoying the beast. I'm making good progress on my "resurrection" build of a 2008 Mk 3.1 and plan to take it to the US Vintage Grand Prix at Watkins Glen on 9/5/19. It may not be PA registered by then but at least I can drive it around the paddock there! I, like you, am going to drive it in gel-coat for the first year while I sort things out.

    If you are ever up in the State College area, give me a call. I'd love to see your car and compare notes. Cell is 814-777-2999.
    MK IV Roadster #7999
    Ford Racing 427x; QF 670 Carb; TKO 600; 3.31 Rear End; 3-link; 17” Halibrand Replicas (9” front, 10.5” rear), Khumo Ecstas (245 front, 315 rear), EPAS Power Steering; Power Brakes; 8/1/19 - Legal in gelcoat!; 12/1/20 - Paint & bodywork in progress! Silver, no black, no red, wait now silver....

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    Congradulations, I think I am a year behind you.

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    Congrats! Welcome to the club!

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    Congrats from #8664, driving in gelcoat as well......

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    Congrats!! I just got my plates two days ago. Illinois took 11 weeks and 4 days to process the application.Plates.jpg

    Driving in gel coat and have 750 miles on it as of last night.
    Last edited by FLPBFoot; 08-08-2019 at 08:18 AM.
    2nd MK4 #10639 received 3-19-23. Wife's version. Street Snake - IRS, Willwoods, no roll bars, no hood scoop, no stripes, Blue Print EFI 306 with AOD trans, and under car exhaust. Ford Eruption Green with saddle leather interior.
    1st build - Mk4 Roadster #9319, received 4-10-18. IL registration 8/6/19. Moser 8.8. 3 Link. Wilwood brakes. Blue Print 427, Holley 750, TKO 600, 0.64 OD. Paint Dec 2020. Ruby Red with Carbon Flash Black metallic stripes.

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