The race is on - Namrups 65 Daytona Coupe build

[Namrups]

Honestly I would sand it semi smooth and then hydro dip it, easy to do at home. Then clear it.

Never thought about that. I have no clue how to do hydro dipping. Interesting idea though.

[Namrups]

This is the glued and "welded" seam.


The completed unit ready to install.


And what it will look like once installed in car.

[Blitzboy54]

Solid upgrade. Nice to have things where you can find them.

[PNWTim]

Looks really nice. I am sure you will be able to lose all kinds of stuff in those (I know I would).

[Namrups]

I 3D printed a new shifter knob:



Some post touchup required and then the decision to have it facing forward or backward.

[Peter Ross]

I 3D printed a new shifter knob:



Some post touchup required and then the decision to have it facing forward or backward.

Facing backwards.

[Namrups]

I haven't decided yet. May depend on how it feels under my hand once mounted.

So far:
Forward: 0
Backward: 1
Undecided: 1

[Blitzboy54]

I'm on team forward. Also need to wire in red LED eyes. Looks awesome.

[Peter Ross]

LED eyes are a must
Inspired by Scott
https://photos.app.goo.gl/7ybaF2VxgpxV6dDL6

[Namrups]

Tied at 1 forward, 1 backward and 1 undecided! Peter, how are you going to attach to the shift lever? Jesse, your the wiring wiz.. I will leave the eyes up to you.

[Peter Ross]

Scott, I'm going to embed a long tube 10m 1.5 coupling nut
Maybe make those eyes light up at certain shift points?

[Skuzzy]

Given the shape of it I would face it towards the driver. I think it would feel more natural in the palm of your shift hand.

What filament did you use?

[Namrups]

scott, i'm going to embed a long tube 10m 1.5 coupling nut
maybe make those eyes light up at certain shift points?

following!!!!

[Namrups]

Given the shape of it I would face it towards the driver. I think it would feel more natural in the palm of your shift hand.

What filament did you use?

The filament was PLA.

[Namrups]

Snake Eyes!

[Namrups]

This 3d snake print did not have any threads printed for the shifter lever to attach to. The threads on the Forte lever I have are 1/2" x 13. I found these on McMaster-Carrs site. Part# 90611A500 1/2" x 13 .594" dia x 3/8" high Screw-mount nuts. The only problem with M-C is I couldn't buy just one. They came in a package of 10. I printed the snake with an infill of 80% which is almost a solid print. The screw-nut was both glued and screwed to the base of the snake. Feels very solid. Time will tell.

[Namrups]

Just a brief health update. I had an appointment with my cancer doctor last week. All of my blood work is stable. Still in remission!!! I know that some day that will not be the case, but when I started this dream build I did not know if I would even make it to the end to be able to drive it. This summer will be the third season! This medication is a miracle. Good to go for another 6 months!

[JimStone]

Just a brief health update. I had an appointment with my cancer doctor last week. All of my blood work is stable. Still in remission!!! I know that some day that will not be the case, but when I started this dream build I did not know if I would even make it to the end to be able to drive it. This summer will be the third season! This medication is a miracle. Good to go for another 6 months!

Great to hear that news Scott! Happy Holidays!

[Skuzzy]

Just a brief health update. I had an appointment with my cancer doctor last week. All of my blood work is stable. Still in remission!!! I know that some day that will not be the case, but when I started this dream build I did not know if I would even make it to the end to be able to drive it. This summer will be the third season! This medication is a miracle. Good to go for another 6 months!

That is awesome news! Each time my Wife comes home with a clean checkup we take a knee.

[Nigel Allen]

Awesome news mate.

[edwardb]

Just a brief health update. I had an appointment with my cancer doctor last week. All of my blood work is stable. Still in remission!!! I know that some day that will not be the case, but when I started this dream build I did not know if I would even make it to the end to be able to drive it. This summer will be the third season! This medication is a miracle. Good to go for another 6 months!

Great news! Interesting shift knob. Regarding facing front or back, I don't have an opinion. If I were to put that in my Coupe I can guarantee my wife wouldn't ride with me.

[Blitzboy54]

Great news Scott.


Cheers

[TTimmy]

Hey Scott, I’ve been meaning to ask this question for some time. How stable are your custom roller-jackstands?

I see them in your photos and one part of me gets really nervous for you; another part of me says, “Boy that would be super convenient and probably plenty safe!”

Also wondering how your engine rebuild is going. Hope to see you back on the road come springtime!

[Namrups]

Hey Scott, I’ve been meaning to ask this question for some time. How stable are your custom roller-jackstands?

I see them in your photos and one part of me gets really nervous for you; another part of me says, “Boy that would be super convenient and probably plenty safe!”

Also wondering how your engine rebuild is going. Hope to see you back on the road come springtime!

I found the stands to be extreamly stable. I have to say that my garage floor is new/flat and without any cracks or holes. The jack stands are secured to the rollers with tie-down turnbuckles but the final answer is how safe do you feel under the car this way. I'm ok with it but I know a lot of others are not.

As far as the engine, I've been waiting until after the first to check on Mikes progress. No need to push up till now. I know Ford was able to supply one replacement piston/rod assembly instead of making Mike buy a complete set. As soon as I get to talk to Mike I will give a better update.