Junbug's Colorado Mk IV Coyote/TKX Build Thread: Glamour Shots ;)

[Jim1855]

Looks good, I like the black.
You could use cap or acorn nuts. These provide a clean look.
https://www.mcmaster.com/products/nuts/cap-nuts-2~/
Jim

[Junbug]

I've been busy with small things on the car, putting the trunk back on, trunk shocks, license plate light wiring through the trunk. One relatively big job was final hanging of the side pipes and adding some recommended exhaust hangers at the 1 into 4 headers. Pics below. I may follow JohnK's lead an see about putting a binding around the outside diameter of the rubber. Seems to be stretching a lot.


I also finished drilling and mounting the under-body exhaust hangers. Learned a tough lesson about stainless steel bolts and nuts. Bottom line, use anti-seize.

[Mike.Bray]

I wrapped these around my rubber supports, seem to work well. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09GFT3HJD...fed_asin_title

[Jeff Kleiner]

That's gonna dig into the body. You really need to loosen at the ball flange and swing the rear of the pipe outward then reposition the hanger.

Jeff

[Junbug]

That's gonna dig into the body. You really need to loosen at the ball flange and swing the rear of the pipe outward then reposition the hanger.

Jeff

Jeff,
How far off the body should the hanger bracket be? I see how it could dig in as is, just curious how much I need to shift the hanger connector away from the body? I also assume I’ll need to drill new holes for the inward bolt of the hanger?
Thanks,
-Bryan

[Jeff Kleiner]

Jeff,
How far off the body should the hanger bracket be? I see how it could dig in as is, just curious how much I need to shift the hanger connector away from the body? I also assume I’ll need to drill new holes for the inward bolt of the hanger?
Thanks,
-Bryan

It's all a process. The hangers get positioned after the pipes have been matched to the body but that isn't determined until after the body is in it's final position which is done when fitting and adjusting the doors. By the looks of your photo it doesn't appear that you have attached the body to the chassis at the rocker panel. To get the body reasonably close, on the driver's side push it in as far as possible in front of the door and attach the rocker panel to the chassis. Just ahead of the rear wheel pull it outward about 3/4" and attach it. On the passenger side push it in as far as possible in front of the door and attach then attach it ahead of the rear wheel where it sits without pushing in or pulling out. With that done adjust the side pipes so that they are parallel to the body and let that be your guide for locating the hangers.

Jeff

[Junbug]

So I've been busy with a lot of small details and started the process for registration, title, state inspection and license plates.

First step was visiting the DMV... Fun! At my first appointment I had all my paperwork on hand, but didn't have the insurance active, as I was waiting for the day the temp tags would be provided. Turns out they needed it, and wouldn't wait for my insurance to email me. Second appointment later the same week, and everything went relatively smooth. Brought in my FFR provided order/invoice list and my invoice from Mike Forte on the engine/transmission. Once they got their pound of flesh for taxes, and provided a list of additional paperwork to bring back, I was out the door with a Temp tag.

Next step was an alignment. I'd previously called a number of local shops and they all pointed me to Steve's Automotive in Longmont. Good opportunity to get some miles on the car on the way there. Long story about that day posted as a question on the forum, but the alignment went well and the specs were as close to others I've seen posted here. I'll provide a pic of the specs below.


Also added the wind wings, sun visors, bled the brakes again.

Tuesday I have the State Patrol inspection, and I believe I'm all set for that, as long as the weather holds out.... forecast to be 52 that day...

[460.465USMC]

Congrats, Bryan! Looking really good. Hope the rest of the licensing process goes smoothly.

[Blitzboy54]

She looks real sharp. How long are you going to drive it before paint? Love the wheels

[danmas]

Fabulous! Congratulations!

[Junbug]

She looks real sharp. How long are you going to drive it before paint? Love the wheels

Plan to "drive" in paint until it heads to Jeff Kleiner this spring. I say drive, but with the temps and road conditions in CO, I doubt I'll get many miles...

[Junbug]

So I have been pretty stressed about the drive to the CO State Patrol for the VIN Inspection, roadworthy inspection. Considering weather, having not gone through this before and general uneasiness about shakeout drives I was concerned I wouldn't get there or it wouldn't pass for some oversight on my part.

So after about a 45 day wait (appointments are only scheduled 60 days in advance and book up that day) I finally made it to Golden at the State Patrol Headquarters ahead of my appointment. In summary I was baffled at how quick and basic the inspection was. He asked for the paperwork from the DMV registration office, that included my temp tag/registration, looked at my insurance card, and asked me to start the car. Then asked to hear the horn, turn on the headlights, actuate right and left turn indicators, walked around to the back of the car, asked me to pump the brakes, actuate turn signals then turn the car off. That was it.... He then went inside, got some more paperwork for me and said 8-10 weeks I'd get a letter from the state and a call from him to come back down and get the CO Vehicle ID (aka VIN) attached to the car. Took my $53 check and said that was it....

The drive home was a relief, and I actually felt great. Big confidence builder to finally get that "pass" and nod that I'd done everything right, at least in the eyes of the State of CO. I know I need more shakedown drives, I still need to bleed the brakes again as they're soft, but functional. I have a short 10-15 item punch list to work over the winter but overall I'm feeling very good about the car...

And it was so sweet to put some miles on it, albeit very cold (40 degrees, with 35-40 mph cross winds).

[gbranham]

Congrats! That's a huge milestone.

Greg

[danmas]

So I have been pretty stressed about the drive to the CO State Patrol for the VIN Inspection, roadworthy inspection. Considering weather, having not gone through this before and general uneasiness about shakeout drives I was concerned I wouldn't get there or it wouldn't pass for some oversight on my part.

So after about a 45 day wait (appointments are only scheduled 60 days in advance and book up that day) I finally made it to Golden at the State Patrol Headquarters ahead of my appointment. In summary I was baffled at how quick and basic the inspection was. He asked for the paperwork from the DMV registration office, that included my temp tag/registration, looked at my insurance card, and asked me to start the car. Then asked to hear the horn, turn on the headlights, actuate right and left turn indicators, walked around to the back of the car, asked me to pump the brakes, actuate turn signals then turn the car off. That was it.... He then went inside, got some more paperwork for me and said 8-10 weeks I'd get a letter from the state and a call from him to come back down and get the CO Vehicle ID (aka VIN) attached to the car. Took my $53 check and said that was it....

The drive home was a relief, and I actually felt great. Big confidence builder to finally get that "pass" and nod that I'd done everything right, at least in the eyes of the State of CO. I know I need more shakedown drives, I still need to bleed the brakes again as they're soft, but functional. I have a short 10-15 item punch list to work over the winter but overall I'm feeling very good about the car...

And it was so sweet to put some miles on it, albeit very cold (40 degrees, with 35-40 mph cross winds).

Far out! Well done sir, well done indeed!

[Rian_Colorado]

Bummer I hadn't connected with you prior!
When I registered my Coupe (granted, it's in WELD county) - the fine folks at the counter only looked at my invoice from FFR, and only taxed me on that alone!

Also, there's a state patrol office in Gunbarrel (quite a bit closer to you I think!) - Then again, shorter drive = not as much fun driving the car! I too had built up the inspection to be quite more that it was. Pretty easy. Also - when they get around to attaching the VIN plate, they usually come to you (at least they did with mine and a few others I know).

The guy at Steve's alignment did mine and several others. He know's what he's doing at this point for sure! He's at a lot of the cars and coffee stuff, so he'll likely tell everyone that he aligned your car... lol.

I'm Jealous that your car is off to Kleiner! I need to find out how far out he is and get on the list.....

Congratulations! Car looks great

Rian

[Junbug]

We had a nice day earlier this week and with my son home from college, armed with a new camera and lens for Christmas, we took a short drive and he took some great shots.... All credit to him, all I did was drive (which was the fun part if you ask me)!
Lots of small things to still do on the car and of course tweaks and adjustments now that I'm getting a few miles on the car...

[Blitzboy54]

Those are great looking pics. Your son did a nice job. It’s so fun having a driveable toy.

[Nigel Allen]

Top quality photos, I particularly like the last one. Great day out by the look of it.

[Rebostar]

Great looking pics. The car will look fantastic when you get it painted. What colors do you have in mind?

[cv2065]

Great shots! Lighting is everything. Car is looking stellar. Love the wheels!

[Junbug]

Great looking pics. The car will look fantastic when you get it painted. What colors do you have in mind?

I’m leaning toward a dark metallic grey, black stripes and a thin pinstripe on the outside of the stripes as close to the bronze wheel color as possible.

[Blitzboy54]

I’m leaning toward a dark metallic grey, black stripes and a thin pinstripe on the outside of the stripes as close to the bronze wheel color as possible.

Yeah, that will really pop. I love a 3 color scheme.