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Factory Five MARK 5 - Beta #3 In the house!!! (WEEK 2 Complete)
Let me start off by saying thanks to Dave for trusting me with this and to Jim and Jesper and the rest of the boys and gals at FFR - the whole team! I have been working with Jeff K. and Ron E. via phone and text pass every bit of feedback to the engineering team at FFR. Ron being close to FFR is key for rapid changes and live feedback, Jeff - aka "robin" - no surprise when he was tasked with evaluating the body, and then me - the long distance delivery to check packaging, instructions and the third set of eyes... the triple check if you will.
I will be dropping vids weekly as I am basically done and ready for alignment and paint as of this morning.... I think I did ok at capturing the build ... mainly the wrap up of each day approach.
My initial impression of the car:
The body is volumes better that I have seen thus far!
I have not hid my opinion that the 65 Coupe is the best car that FFR has ever built - not as much from the timeless styling but the CHASSIS and the way it drives as a result. I have been to 150+ MPH, been in the rain, autox'd it, drag raced it, and is my basically by swiss (US) Army knife car... love it and i have had this car longer than any other OEM car I have owned... and it's all about the chassis and good foundation - this allows that car to be very comfortable going down the road and also be an absolute beast when it needs to be.
The MARK 5 is a short version of the Coupe Chassis - just walking around it I know it is going to be pretty awesome.. with the shorter wheel base it may loose some of that straight line stability at 130+.... but I think every where else it is gonna shine.... on top of that there a bunch of little things - that you can see where FFR was been listening / noting to overall customer feedback - careful not lean too far one way or the other... for example I haven't opened up or elongated ONE mounting point! Anyway - all to say - I am so EXCITED about this car.... My first FFR was a MARK1 - and with the MARK 5 I feel invigorated! I does look like the MK4 - but make no mistake this aint just another version - this is the next level
my only issue now is - Do I keep my Hawk Coupe!!!
Stay tuned!!!
Last edited by Erik W. Treves; 01-31-2025 at 10:51 PM.
FFR 1879, Blown DSS 306,REDLINE management, VeryCoolParts Tuned 460RWHP
FFR 818S, The Flash, Chassis #5, 2.0L, LSD, Electromotive TEC-S, VCP Tuned, 278RWHP 265 RWTQ
FFR 6651, Green Lantern, 408W Crate, Hellion 66mm Turbo, JGS Waste gate / Blowoff valve, Tec-GT management, VCP Tuned, 575 RWHP, 690 RWTQ
FFR 8335, Black Mamba, 289 FIA CSX 2001 tribute car, 347, 48 IDA webers, VCP Tuned, 311 RWHP 386 RWTQ, 3-link, Trigo's
FFR 0004, Gen 3 , Hawk Coupe, Coyote twin turbo, 683 RWHP 559 RWTQ, IRS, VCP Tuned. "not too shabby"
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I’m so excited that the build threads are now out. Love your videos and will follow along for sure.
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No elongation of the mounting points? It’s the little things! Looking forward to your build thread Erik. It’s going to be awesome!
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Steve >> aka: GoDadGo
How About A CSX 3243 Theme?
https://youtu.be/E-qPkepYZjk
I Am Sure It Will Be Amazing!
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Would love to see details of the front and rear A-arms...and if the front spindles have been revised...
Dave
Gen III Coupe #17
24,000+ miles
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Dave - they didn't have those ready when I got my kit unfortunately
FFR 1879, Blown DSS 306,REDLINE management, VeryCoolParts Tuned 460RWHP
FFR 818S, The Flash, Chassis #5, 2.0L, LSD, Electromotive TEC-S, VCP Tuned, 278RWHP 265 RWTQ
FFR 6651, Green Lantern, 408W Crate, Hellion 66mm Turbo, JGS Waste gate / Blowoff valve, Tec-GT management, VCP Tuned, 575 RWHP, 690 RWTQ
FFR 8335, Black Mamba, 289 FIA CSX 2001 tribute car, 347, 48 IDA webers, VCP Tuned, 311 RWHP 386 RWTQ, 3-link, Trigo's
FFR 0004, Gen 3 , Hawk Coupe, Coyote twin turbo, 683 RWHP 559 RWTQ, IRS, VCP Tuned. "not too shabby"
US ARMY Maintenance Test Pilot (CW4 Retired)
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Originally Posted by
Erik W. Treves
Dave - they didn't have those ready when I got my kit unfortunately
Thanks Eric - good to know.
I'm just about to change all the A-arm and steering rack bushings in my car...and thought maybe 'while I'm in there...'
Dave
Gen III Coupe #17
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Just a quick teaser update - you will need to come back on Saturday
FFR 1879, Blown DSS 306,REDLINE management, VeryCoolParts Tuned 460RWHP
FFR 818S, The Flash, Chassis #5, 2.0L, LSD, Electromotive TEC-S, VCP Tuned, 278RWHP 265 RWTQ
FFR 6651, Green Lantern, 408W Crate, Hellion 66mm Turbo, JGS Waste gate / Blowoff valve, Tec-GT management, VCP Tuned, 575 RWHP, 690 RWTQ
FFR 8335, Black Mamba, 289 FIA CSX 2001 tribute car, 347, 48 IDA webers, VCP Tuned, 311 RWHP 386 RWTQ, 3-link, Trigo's
FFR 0004, Gen 3 , Hawk Coupe, Coyote twin turbo, 683 RWHP 559 RWTQ, IRS, VCP Tuned. "not too shabby"
US ARMY Maintenance Test Pilot (CW4 Retired)
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Thanks for videos, looking forward to following along!
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I am really glad you are doing these videos, as many are interested in the Mk V.
Following you on YouTube as well.
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Going to play hockey! That's awesome! If you decipher my screen name you'll realize we are kinda related. Lol
Higgy
MK4 #11173 picked up 01/20/25
MK4 #11012 picked up 04/16/24
MK4 #10616 picked up 4/10/23 SOLD
MK4 #9759 picked up 4/3/19 SOLD
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Steve >> aka: GoDadGo
Eric,
It seems this chassis will allow the installation of some very comfortable aftermarket seats for guys who aren't over 6'0" tall.
The extra cockpit space looks like it could give builders 6'0" shorter other options.
With that being said, what kind of seats do you plan to install in your new MK-5?
I'm 5'10" and the car seemed to swallow Dave Smith and he's 5'11".
Any thoughts you care to share would be appreciated.
Steve
Last edited by GoDadGo; 01-24-2025 at 02:39 PM.
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Steve it's Coupe big - at 5' 6" I am having to do small people adjustments to fit into it.... almost the opposite problem from all the previous versions....lol...
FFR 1879, Blown DSS 306,REDLINE management, VeryCoolParts Tuned 460RWHP
FFR 818S, The Flash, Chassis #5, 2.0L, LSD, Electromotive TEC-S, VCP Tuned, 278RWHP 265 RWTQ
FFR 6651, Green Lantern, 408W Crate, Hellion 66mm Turbo, JGS Waste gate / Blowoff valve, Tec-GT management, VCP Tuned, 575 RWHP, 690 RWTQ
FFR 8335, Black Mamba, 289 FIA CSX 2001 tribute car, 347, 48 IDA webers, VCP Tuned, 311 RWHP 386 RWTQ, 3-link, Trigo's
FFR 0004, Gen 3 , Hawk Coupe, Coyote twin turbo, 683 RWHP 559 RWTQ, IRS, VCP Tuned. "not too shabby"
US ARMY Maintenance Test Pilot (CW4 Retired)
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First week/weekend complete - moving along now.... video is up ....
FFR 1879, Blown DSS 306,REDLINE management, VeryCoolParts Tuned 460RWHP
FFR 818S, The Flash, Chassis #5, 2.0L, LSD, Electromotive TEC-S, VCP Tuned, 278RWHP 265 RWTQ
FFR 6651, Green Lantern, 408W Crate, Hellion 66mm Turbo, JGS Waste gate / Blowoff valve, Tec-GT management, VCP Tuned, 575 RWHP, 690 RWTQ
FFR 8335, Black Mamba, 289 FIA CSX 2001 tribute car, 347, 48 IDA webers, VCP Tuned, 311 RWHP 386 RWTQ, 3-link, Trigo's
FFR 0004, Gen 3 , Hawk Coupe, Coyote twin turbo, 683 RWHP 559 RWTQ, IRS, VCP Tuned. "not too shabby"
US ARMY Maintenance Test Pilot (CW4 Retired)
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Steve >> aka: GoDadGo
Originally Posted by
Erik W. Treves
Steve it's Coupe big - at 5' 6" I am having to do small people adjustments to fit into it.... almost the opposite problem from all the previous versions....lol...
Wow!
The potential customer base that was previously excluded, because of height, now has a car that is capable of allowing them to join the fun.
It totally blew me away when Mark D. got in the car and then amazed me when it swallowed up Dave's daughter when she sat in it.
I've sent E-Mails to all my taller pals, that don't fit in my Dark Side MK-4, that now Factory-5 has a car for them too.
Thanks For The Response!
Last edited by GoDadGo; 01-25-2025 at 09:39 AM.
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Wow, your getting it together quick! Following!
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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Raptor Liner? I am not familiar with that. What is it? Who makes it?
On my Mk4 I used shark hide. It worked out pretty good and held up well over the years but it does not tolerate oil or brake fluid.
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Originally Posted by
Scott Zackowski
Raptor Liner? I am not familiar with that. What is it? Who makes it?
On my Mk4 I used shark hide. It worked out pretty good and held up well over the years but it does not tolerate oil or brake fluid.
Raptor Liner is a polyurethane spray-on bedliner made by U-POL. A number of builders have used this on the panels instead of Sharkskin, as well as under the body to protect from rocks starring the paint.
https://www.amazon.com/U-Pol-Raptor-.../dp/B01CKE7B1E
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Thanks for making these videos, it's great to see the car coming together. Do you think the Mk 5 is easier to put together for a first-time builder?
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Steve >> aka: GoDadGo
Originally Posted by
David Hodgkins
Wow, your getting it together quick! Following!
David,
Have you ordered your MK-5 Roadster yet?
Steve
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Originally Posted by
David Hodgkins
Wow, your getting it together quick! Following!
He has had the kit for sometime already
Mrk III, 331 stroker, Borla stack injection, T5, 3:55 IRS, Power steering and brakes. Kleiner body & paint
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Originally Posted by
rich grsc
He has had the kit for sometime already
Kit delivery was on 5 Dec. Videos are in actual build speed - just delayed release with the launch
FFR 1879, Blown DSS 306,REDLINE management, VeryCoolParts Tuned 460RWHP
FFR 818S, The Flash, Chassis #5, 2.0L, LSD, Electromotive TEC-S, VCP Tuned, 278RWHP 265 RWTQ
FFR 6651, Green Lantern, 408W Crate, Hellion 66mm Turbo, JGS Waste gate / Blowoff valve, Tec-GT management, VCP Tuned, 575 RWHP, 690 RWTQ
FFR 8335, Black Mamba, 289 FIA CSX 2001 tribute car, 347, 48 IDA webers, VCP Tuned, 311 RWHP 386 RWTQ, 3-link, Trigo's
FFR 0004, Gen 3 , Hawk Coupe, Coyote twin turbo, 683 RWHP 559 RWTQ, IRS, VCP Tuned. "not too shabby"
US ARMY Maintenance Test Pilot (CW4 Retired)
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I didn't get as much time to work on it during week 2 - but I think for the time I had, it looks like good progress.
FFR 1879, Blown DSS 306,REDLINE management, VeryCoolParts Tuned 460RWHP
FFR 818S, The Flash, Chassis #5, 2.0L, LSD, Electromotive TEC-S, VCP Tuned, 278RWHP 265 RWTQ
FFR 6651, Green Lantern, 408W Crate, Hellion 66mm Turbo, JGS Waste gate / Blowoff valve, Tec-GT management, VCP Tuned, 575 RWHP, 690 RWTQ
FFR 8335, Black Mamba, 289 FIA CSX 2001 tribute car, 347, 48 IDA webers, VCP Tuned, 311 RWHP 386 RWTQ, 3-link, Trigo's
FFR 0004, Gen 3 , Hawk Coupe, Coyote twin turbo, 683 RWHP 559 RWTQ, IRS, VCP Tuned. "not too shabby"
US ARMY Maintenance Test Pilot (CW4 Retired)
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