Well. you can't say you haven't seen one before now! Factory Five's display Coupes plus yours. Awesome! Have a safe trip home. I'm sure you're anxious to get started. Have fun with the build. If you're at LCS, be sure to look me up.
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Well. you can't say you haven't seen one before now! Factory Five's display Coupes plus yours. Awesome! Have a safe trip home. I'm sure you're anxious to get started. Have fun with the build. If you're at LCS, be sure to look me up.
Build 1: Mk3 Roadster #5125. Sold 11/08/2014. Build 2: Mk4 Roadster #7750. Sold 04/10/2017. Build Thread
Build 3: Mk4 Roadster 20th Anniversary #8674. Sold 09/07/2020. Build Thread and Video. Build 4: Gen 3 Type 65 Coupe #59. Gen 3 Coyote. Legal 03/04/2020. Build Thread and Video
Build 5: 35 Hot Rod Truck #138. LS3 and 4L65E auto. Rcvd 01/05/2021. Legal 04/20/2023. Build Thread. Sold 11/9/2023.
The 12x6' trailer with platform on top worked great, so thanks again for the idea!
Thanks GoDadGo! I'm having a blast so far!
Brent,
It really was a memorable experience. Had to take 2 days off work, 28 hours of driving, but really was well worth it to see the factory and meet the people behind the company.
We live a about 1000 feet north of the Indiana/Michigan line in Niles Michigan. So pretty much South Bend, which is where we work, send our kids to school, shop, etc etc. Where in Indiana are you?
I've been following your build thread - lots of cool ideas and custom stuff there - keep up the good work!
Jeff,
Dave had me cracking up. He asked if I had any plan for paint. I said it was a few years away but that Jeff Kleiner happened to be a few hours south of me. Dave gave me a bit of a strange look, so I asked him if he knew you. He didn't say anything - just whipped out his phone and called you up right there!
I am thinking of getting to the London show if work/family permit. I've never been to it. Sounds like a good place to meet some Legends and steal some build ideas.
And, yes, I'm a bit of clean freak with my garage now. Luckily, I'm blessed with multiple garages and I have a detached 2 stall garage to do my "dirty work" in.
Thanks! Everything went extremely smoothly.
Thanks Paul! It's hard to believe there is a Daytona sitting in my garage! Loving every minute.
I'll definitely look you up if we're able to make the LCS.
Gen 3 Coupe #576 - "Project Deimos"
Ordered: 2/14/2024
Received: 5/24/2024
Build Thread: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...upe-has-landed!
Working on Inventory now. Taking my time and getting familiar with each part.
Here's some pics of the Coupe arriving at our home:
"Flew" the car off the trailer with my two hoists
Gen 3 Coupe #576 - "Project Deimos"
Ordered: 2/14/2024
Received: 5/24/2024
Build Thread: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...upe-has-landed!
Beautiful sight to see! Such a good feeling to get the kit into the garage.
Enjoy the inventory process. I seem to like the first 75%-80%, but it gets a bit tedious at the end. That's self-inflicted because I examine every bolt, hose, clamp, toe arm, washer, etc. Definitely cuts down on the surprises though later in the build.
Have fun!
Chris
Coupe complete kit delivered: 4/22/24. Build Thread. Coyote. T-56. IRS w/3.55. Wilwoods. PS. HVAC. Side windows.
MK4 Complete kit. Build Thread Index. Delivered: 10/15/2020. Legal: 7/25/23. Coyote Gen3. TKO600 (0.64 OD). IRS w/3.55. PS. Wilwoods. Sway bars. This build is dedicated to my son, Benjamin. Build Thread.
Gen 3 Coupe #576 - "Project Deimos"
Ordered: 2/14/2024
Received: 5/24/2024
Build Thread: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...upe-has-landed!
Looks like the boys are having fun! One of mine is already driving and the other one is probably thinking it might be a good first car for her. I am in Columbus Ohio, the other southern state. Hopefully you don't have too many missing parts and FFR got thier inventory system sorted out. I got mine right after Covid, so things were a little out of wack. Hope to see you at LCS, I won't be road worthy yet, but will still be there.
FFR has definitely worked out the inventory part since your post-COVID experience. It is very organized now with complete parts list and sub-lists, each denoting specific boxes of parts. Only a few minor bolts and a gasket missing from my kit, and just a handful of parts on the POL that I wont' need for months.
And, yeah, not sure a racecar is the best first vehicle for your daughter. Or second, third, or fourth.
Gen 3 Coupe #576 - "Project Deimos"
Ordered: 2/14/2024
Received: 5/24/2024
Build Thread: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...upe-has-landed!
Finished inventory. It was a very satisfying experience that I really enjoyed. I took other's suggestions and made of copy the parts list for each box, then taped the list to the front of each box for easy identification.
I requisitioned an unused bedroom downstairs as my parts storeroom.
This last pic is my upgrade goodies corner:
Gen 3 Coupe #576 - "Project Deimos"
Ordered: 2/14/2024
Received: 5/24/2024
Build Thread: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...upe-has-landed!
if your garage reno is any indication of your attention to detail, the coupe will come out fantastic.
what kind of doc are you? I'm guessing ER or anesthesia. Looking forward to seeing blue surgical towels in your future build pics.
Gen 3 Coupe #576 - "Project Deimos"
Ordered: 2/14/2024
Received: 5/24/2024
Build Thread: https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/show...upe-has-landed!
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