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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
3 ˝ years ago my back was messed up from an accident which made me think that my days of wrenching was over and it was time to hang it up. Well April this year I got my second wind when Casey sent me an e-mail saying that my name was going to be on a feature article in June issues MM&FF. I’ve had a few cars that have made it on MM&FF but this was the first time my name was actually given credit for the work that was done.

Originally the plan was to do a ’93 Cobra clone with a Termi swap. How cool would that be to have done a Mach 1 rendition in a notchback and to do a ’93 Terminator? Been there, done that, should be a quick swap. Done in 3 months tops. Well looking for available 1993 Mustang GTs or LX proved to be very difficult, at least something worthy of a transplant. After being stranded by my wife in the middle of Stockton with $3500 cash in my pocket, I got to do some real soul searching. Craigslist had a couple 4 banger coupes for sale and thought I’d give it a try again and open up to do another notch. A couple days later I picked up my Notch, paid the back fee and started disassembling the car. I also started searching for a terminator.


May 2014- Picked up my 1990 4 banger notch
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June 2014- I thought with the introductory of the GT500 and the 420hp GTs that the price of the terminators would simmer down from what they were 4 years ago. Boy was I wrong. It really didn’t make any sense. 2 months had gone by and countless times being out bid at the last minute. I even sold my Birel Racing shifter kart to free up more money so I could bid with the big dogs. Then a talk with Lee (racerX), steered me in a direction that I was on the fence before about, but he convinced me that the money is in a coyote swap. I think he meant ”my money is going into” a coyote swap. Plus reading up on Jason Hall’s FoxGT500, I felt I have enough information to commit to a Jason Hall type Coyote swap, but mine will be CA smog legal.


July 2014- My bid for a 2013 Mustang GT won and was delivered. The car initially ran like crap. The car was hit in the rear, so not sure why it was running as rough as it did. After a week of trouble shooting, I finally decided to get a hand held tuner mainly do read codes. While waiting on delivery of the tuner I thought I should start labeling all the wire harnesses. This is were I found a wire connector with no home. Oh looky here, there's a sensor missing. Went to the local Ford dealership and picked up a sensor. Installed it and the harness and vaaaaarrrrrroooommm! Took a trip around the sub-division. Everything checked out fine. Now I'm confident that everything truely is working fine and the engine and driveline works as it should. The next day my tuner came in. It still in the box it came in. Haven't opened it yet.


August 2014- started removing the interior and engine/tranny/driveline. Wow didn't realize how huge the elecric assist steering rack was. My plan was to incorporate it into the Sn95 K-memeber.
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September 2014- Trying to make this steering rack fit is much like trying fit a cube into a round hole. Lets just say I test fitted the k-member 4 times before it was perfect.
This is a picture after my 2nd test fit.
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In this picture you'll see that I've modified the oil pan for clearance and what you don't see is that I've also bent the oil pick up tube to allow for that clearance.
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As of now I will put the actual dates of my progress.

9/23/2014- Started clearing out the engine compartment so I have better access to the firewall and will allow me to see better what I'm up against as far as how much of the firewall need to be transplanted and where to make my cuts to keep things dimesionally correct.
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Posted by SnakeForce (Member # 9313) on :
 
Wow Robert,that's a nice project,can't wait to see it done
 
Posted by Black 02 SS (Member # 5939) on :
 
Nice! Seems like quite an undertaking but by the sounds of your other projects I'm guessing it will be a top notch job when its done (no pun intended, HA!).

I have to ask, what do you mean exactly by "left stranded by the wife in Stockton with $3500?" Haha.
 
Posted by Blow_U_In_Reverse (Member # 12298) on :
 
dam thats a bad ass project bro!! Wish i could take on something like that.. cant wait to see how it turns out!!
 
Posted by Stanced Stang (Member # 11891) on :
 
Awesome build. I'm looking forward to the updates.
 
Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Black 02 SS:
Nice! Seems like quite an undertaking but by the sounds of your other projects I'm guessing it will be a top notch job when its done (no pun intended, HA!).

I have to ask, what do you mean exactly by "left stranded by the wife in Stockton with $3500?" Haha.

LoL +1
 
Posted by Vndcatr (Member # 2343) on :
 
Thats because lee dont like 4.6's lol.. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Vndcatr:
Thats because lee dont like 4.6's lol.. [Big Grin]

+1 except the termi's I love them
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
It was a school night and this dude in Stockton finally replied to my offer to show me his car. The price was fine and the car looked clean. So my wife had just enough time to take me there and head back to pick up the kids. We waited at the guys house and the car drove up. Sound nice and looked just like the pictures. So I told my wife it's good. So she left. After looking over the "clean title" car, I found issues that would say it should be something other than "clean title". I believe the guy honestly didn't know. Any how, he had to leave for work so he dropped me off at the truck stop on 99. That Burger King don't belive in air conditioning. It was hot in there. Just glad they didn't charge for refills. So after picking up the kids at 2:30pm and then dropping them off at her cousin's house, (she probably rambling about why I waste time and money working on old cars, maybe she should leave me there to teach me a lesson) she heads back through 680 and 580 in that afternoon traffic. Picked my ass up around 5:00pm. I'm glad I don't have to ccommute through that everyday.

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Posted by ZincYellow 281 (Member # 9865) on :
 
Hey Robert, I sent you a text message Saturday at 9am will work.

When you talked about your coyote project I imaged it would already be bad ass considering you built a cool mach1 foxbody.

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Posted by Stang66 (Member # 10504) on :
 
So that's what you ended up buying, it's going to be one badass car! [patriot]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Plans are in the next couple weeks to have the 2013 fire wall and floor detached from the frame rails and call my buddy to hall this carcase to the scrap yard. Tired of working in such tight spaces. That irritates my back more than anything else.
 
Posted by SAMACH1 (Member # 7042) on :
 
Cant wait to see the finished product.... I remember meeting you back when you were just finishing up the last car. Glad to see youre going to be back in a 4V fox [patriot] [patriot] [patriot] [patriot]
 
Posted by Stang66 (Member # 10504) on :
 
is your color choice still the same?
 
Posted by Notch1320 (Member # 2647) on :
 
Cool Project!

Did you consider using an aftermarket K member?

May have saved you a bunch of fab work and weight.
 
Posted by racsirx (Member # 1710) on :
 
Lol, so does this mean if you don't like the finished project that I will be blamed?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
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Originally posted by racsirx:
Lol, so does this mean if you don't like the finished project that I will be blamed?

Lee, I'm not like that. I've been thinking of doing this swap maybe in a year or 2. You just made my mind up earlier.

I did buy a upr k member. But by the time I got it, I was done with this one. My concern is on how much I had to cut away on the stock K member. There would not be much left of the tubular k member. I'd have to make a jig and make my cuts and welds in it to keep everything dimensionally correct. At work I just can't leave a piece like that out. There are people who would have a shit fit know I was working on a personal project. But the work on the stock K member has me better prepared to make the necessary modifications.

So far, I'm leaning towards Got to have it Green. But grabber blue, Oxford white, and Safety green is in the mix. Rims will be semi gloss 18" RTRs, Red Brembo up front, 95 cobra R/heat extractor hood 03-04 cobra IRS, and ABS/traction control. Wipers will be deleted.

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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
9/24/2014- Well today I've exposed more of the firewall, and started to cut some of the spot welds on the frame rails, but find myself having to be careful around the fuel and brake lines. Been hesitant to remove these, because it almost mean that the rear end will need to be dropped and space is at a premium. I guess I just gotta do, what I gotta do.

Photos will be back, just need to reduce the size

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Posted by rollininmy50 (Member # 9067) on :
 
Why the firewall swap? Is it worth it? If so I'd like to know your source. I want to do the same swap, but without assisted steering. Seems like to much weight being added back to the fox. My goal is to find out if someone has made a plug n play harness for the dash.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Newer style seats require the transfer of the seat cross supports.

Newer tranny and console require the transfer of the trans tunnel.

Newer ac/heater unit have inlet and outlets in different location. Drive by wire has different mount locations.
Newer steering columns have bearing hubs at the firewall to minimize steering shaft wobble.

Bottom line is that it's really up to the builder how far you want to go with your build. I don't plan on doing another one of these builds ever again. This is why I choose to do a complete swap. I know everything worked before I started disassembling the car. And when comes together I should expect the same.

There are many coyote swapped fox bodies out there. Some successful, some not. Jason Hall built a modular fox using the previous generation GT500. 2007-10... not really sure. Those cars didn't have the electric assist steering rack. He went tubular k member and I believe long tube headers.

As far as where I get my sources, I have to say Jason Hall was the only build thread that I've seen that was somewhat helpfull but still missing a lot of detail. I know it can be done and at the end what I want it to look like.
 
Posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R (Member # 5400) on :
 
Damn Robert. When you told me that you were doing a coyote swap. I figured you would fit the dash and interior but when you told me about the steering! Wow I couldn't believe it. I will text you sometime soon, I have a question anyhow. And when this is done, let me know when you are ready to sell. Lol and I'll take it in "GHIG"
 
Posted by AR_Stang (Member # 10223) on :
 
Op- what are you using for wiring? Going with the Ford pack wiring harness?
 
Posted by Wht86drop (Member # 12104) on :
 
I think he is using the original wiring because he did mention that he had to label every single plug he took off. I'm thinking it's a plug n play deal with this one
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by AR_Stang:
Op- what are you using for wiring? Going with the Ford pack wiring harness?

Just as he said, "plug & play".
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Seems like forever since I last worked on the project. For the past month and a half I've been doing some crazy hours at work. We're talking 11-14 hour day 6-7 days a week, plus trying to work on this project. Yes, I'm still married. Well last Monday it started to wear on me and by Wednesday I caught the flu bug that damn near put me out. Past few days I've been sleeping in. Man that felt good. Caught my second wind and worked on the project again.
Started to cut out important paneling that I'm planning to transfer to the FOX, and removed the roof since it and the floor were the only straight pieces on the car. Then I get a call from a buddy and need the rockers to use as a jig to manufacture some side pipes. So then I decided to start chopping in manageable sizes and loaded it up in my mobile storage.

I'm halfway done removing the passenger side frame rail. This is were I'm at for now. Once the frame rails are removed then it cutting the firewall and then the floors all to come out as one piece.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Started mounting the IRS brackets. Made up some pieces to help with the install.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Started removing the floor in manageable pieces. It's a rough cut for now.
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Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
God damn! I knew you got down on wrenching but shut you're going all out right here! Keep the piks coming.
 
Posted by FivePTSlow (Member # 7682) on :
 
Bad ass build! I would love to do this to my fox. How many reciprocating saw blades have you went through?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by FivePTSlow:
Bad ass build! I would love to do this to my fox. How many reciprocating saw blades have you went through?

I bought 4 packs of 5 and have gone through 2 of them. The part that ate up most of the blades was when I tried to slice off the entire S197 frame rails in 1 piece. Once the blade is bowed or you put a bend on the blade while cutting it will heat up the blade to the point it will lose its sharpness.
 
Posted by East Bay 50 (Member # 8081) on :
 
Damn! your basically building a completely new car. That seems like a TON of work to do though. [patriot]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by East Bay 50:
Damn! your basically building a completely new car. That seems like a TON of work to do though. [patriot]

Anyone can buy a new car. But doing it this way, I practically getting a new car. I get to choose the exact color I want, the rims and tire combo, the suspension, and it will be 1 of "a very few" limited edition.

The bonus is that I learn a few things along the way and make some new friends in the process.
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by FivePTSlow:
Bad ass build! I would love to do this to my fox. How many reciprocating saw blades have you went through?

I bought 4 packs of 5 and have gone through 2 of them. The part that ate up most of the blades was when I tried to slice off the entire S197 frame rails in 1 piece. Once the blade is bowed or you put a bend on the blade while cutting it will heat up the blade to the point it will lose its sharpness.
For sure. You using Milwaukee blades or dewalts? Car is coming along nicely. Looks like your doing a good job on it [patriot]
 
Posted by Blind (Member # 3052) on :
 
sick
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
Wow wow wow just wow [patriot] good luck to you on Taking on such a task
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well I got the IRS in as much as I could. Realized that I was missing the lower shock bolts and they are long. Found some bolts at the local Pick-n-Pull only to find out they are about 10mm too short.

This weekend got the engine in the Fox Body for the first time. It sure looks like it belongs in there. Getting more and more of the garage back. Trimmed the S197 floor and it is also in sort of. I will have to cut the flange off the passenger side exhaust manifold and weld the catted down pipe. The flange is hitting the firewall. The driver side looks fine. Right now I've cut off a big chunk of the cowl panel. I know I will be needing some of that space. It's just easier to remove the big piece first and then once everything is in then see how much of it will be welded back in.

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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
more progress pics
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Here's a sneak peek of the lower radiator support I fabricated.
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Using Sn95 upper radiator mounts and the S197 lower radiator mounts.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well I got the floor sort of in. Drilled a a couple holes and bolted the floor to the sub frames. The floor looks like it needs to come down about an 1" because the top of the dash is sitting too high and won't come close to the mounting brackets on the trans tunnel. Going to have to cut the sub frames out and trim them down and reweld them back in once floor position is finalized. Here's what it looks like.
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Posted by Rigo5.0 (Member # 5247) on :
 
Wow! You're an animal!! [patriot]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Rigo5.0:
Wow! You're an animal!! [patriot]

I tell that to my wife all the time...lol

while waiting for my help to fit the dash again, I've started to install the Scott Rods engine bay panels. Here are some before and after pics. After welding most of the holes previously, it doesn't look as dramatic of a change in my opinion.

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Posted by 89TRUNK (Member # 2506) on :
 
Nice work. What kind of mig are you using for the fab work.
 
Posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R (Member # 5400) on :
 
Looks great Robert! Can't wait to see how this comes out!
 
Posted by 93foxbody (Member # 11280) on :
 
Has come along way since I last saw it, mad respect bro!!
 
Posted by 93Nacho (Member # 7506) on :
 
Good Job!!!!
 
Posted by Built88LX (Member # 10758) on :
 
That's some badass work bro I'm impressed
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 89TRUNK:
Nice work. What kind of mig are you using for the fab work.

I'm using a Lincoln SP-125 mig welder.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Finished up the smoothed engine bay panels and started to weld the floor. Also transferred the S197 doors striker and lock assembly to the passenger door. Will have detailed pics and instruction when I do the driver side.

Maybe by the weekend I'll have the floor completely welded.
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
Very nice progress so far this has to be one of my favorite builds On this forum next to Danas build [Big Grin] carry on and definitely keep us updated [burnout]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Very nice progress so far this has to be one of my favorite builds On this forum next to Danas build [Big Grin] carry on and definitely keep us updated [burnout]

I appreciate your comments. This is my first official build thread. I really didn't do one when I did the modular Mach Notch. But that was because there was plenty of good build threads out there to source information to do that type of swap. Unfortunately a coyote swap is still fairly new and I haven't found a build thread that was usefully with exception to Jason Hall's Fox500. But there are alot of in-between info that is missing and hoping that I'll be able to provide a more detailed report on how(at least for me) to do a coyote swap that will pass CA smog.
 
Posted by foxbodywagon (Member # 5977) on :
 
Nice build you got going there. You are doing a great job, can't wait to see the finished product.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Here's what it looks like now. Still working on patching things up around the brake booster area. And deciding to incorporate that engine noise enhancing tube thingamajiggy. Some of you guys will know what I'm talking about.

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Posted by diablounicorn (Member # 13033) on :
 
Wish I had your skills, nice build.
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
Here's what it looks like now. Still working on patching things up around the brake booster area. And deciding to incorporate that engine noise enhancing tube thingamajiggy. Some of you guys will know what I'm talking about.

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Do you think the engine noise tube thingy will be needed if the cab is not as sound tight as the new GTs . just wondering, great update so far..
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Right now just not leave any stones unturned. I'm leaning towards not using it just to not clutter the engine bay with unnecessary stuff. I'm planning to install some electricity c controls l cutouts for the exhaust. More than enough exhaust sound to get my fix in.

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Posted by Stanced Stang (Member # 11891) on :
 
Did you weld the scott rod panels over the existing sheet metal?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Stanced Stang:
Did you weld the scott rod panels over the existing sheet metal?

Yes I welded over the existing panels.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
So far I've completed the sheet metal around the brake booster. Rewelded some more pieces on the driver strut tower to make clearance for the master cylinder. Since I'm keeping the wipers functioning I have no real clean place to put a remote brake fluid reservior. So the best thing to do is to make room for the booster and MC like factory.

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Also welded back the cowl panel and welded in part of the S197 cowl where the pedal assembly bolts to. Also test fit the AC/heater unit and made some modifications to the cowl also.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Also started trimming the dash.
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Have to trim the dash brackets and eventually reweld them closer to the a-post.
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The dash may look a little high but it's the VIN plate that's holding it up about 3/4" higher than where its gonna be.

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Posted by ISP89LX (Member # 8949) on :
 
Great job Robert, I remember the Mach 1 notch and now this bad boy. You always go above and beyond and never fail to surprise me. You got a lot of talent man, thanks for sharing this build with us. Keep the pics coming 👍
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by ISP89LX:
Great job Robert, I remember the Mach 1 notch and now this bad boy. You always go above and beyond and never fail to surprise me. You got a lot of talent man, thanks for sharing this build with us. Keep the pics coming 👍

Someone asked me I should do a Mod swap to sell and make a living. Hell No! Once I'm done with this, I'm done. I mean it nice to do new things and learn from it, but this project has taken me 5 months so far and it's definitely not something I'd do to put food on the table. It's a hobbie/habit. Fun to do once because it challenges the mind, but once it's done, it's just work...

If there is anything you see that you want more detail on, let me know. I'm posting relevant pics for the most part.
 
Posted by SnakeForce (Member # 9313) on :
 
Project is looking great,keep us updated let me know if you ever need help
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
today I started to prep the brackets for the dash mount on the A-post. Here's some pics of how i'm doing mine.

First I used a hole saw to cut 1" holes with 60mm centers. This was done so that I could lay the dash mount nuts from the S197 right on top and weld in position.
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Here's a pic of the dash mount nuts that were transferred from the S197 to the foxbody.
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Here's what it looks like all welded up. I also welded some 8mm flange nuts on the bottom. I like them better than those nut clips. I also drilled out the hole for the locating pin.
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And here's a pic of the brackets that were cut off the dash earlier bolted in were they should be. The locating pin was cut shorter, so that only 1/2" was sticking out. Next is to put the dash in and get it leveled. Then weld the brackets to the dash. Making the dash officially modified for the foxbody.
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Same was done on the driver side.
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Posted by BAD ASS 5.HO (Member # 10947) on :
 
Great update keep it coming
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
Wow just wow the attention to detail and all the work going into this car not to mention the detailed write up on this beast .. A build I am religiously following...
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
This morning I started working on modifiying the fenders to 91-93 spec. I know that its probably not worth the trouble to do this, but I just don't want any issues with tire rubbing. Believe me I've tried my best to find 91-93 fenders. The ones I find are in worst shape than the ones that came on the car.

I also took the Mach 1 seat bottom and the S197 Seat bottom to King Kovers in Hayward. They are going to make a new cover matching the look of the S197 to the frame work and foam of the SN95 seat bottom. Can't wait to see how they turn out.

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Here's a pic before I drilled the new holes from my template.
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Posted by LXjames (Member # 10791) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
This morning I started working on modifiying the fenders to 91-93 spec. I know that its probably not worth the trouble to do this, but I just don't want any issues with tire rubbing. Believe me I've tried my best to find 91-93 fenders. The ones I find are in worst shape than the ones that came on the car.

I also took the Mach 1 seat bottom and the S197 Seat bottom to King Kovers in Hayward. They are going to make a new cover matching the look of the S197 to the frame work and foam of the SN95 seat bottom. Can't wait to see how they turn out.

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It's the little things your documenting that make this project a great one. Anyone can dump new fenders on but to know how to modify them or just leant the craft is better! Keep it up man! Great work. Also where did you learn to weld? Looking to learn soon
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by LXjames:
It's the little things your documenting that make this project a great one. Anyone can dump new fenders on but to know how to modify them or just leant the craft is better! Keep it up man! Great work. Also where did you learn to weld? Looking to learn soon

Working at NUMMI on 3rd shift I worked along a friend who by trade was a welder. I showed me some pointers. I got moved the 2nd shift and eventually was designated the emergency repair welder on most of the major equiptment, since not too many people had the nads to actually rush and weld shit together and call it fixed.

Now that was almost 5-13 years ago. Now my biggest problem is being able to see. I admit that my vision isn't as sharp as it used to be.

Finished some loose ends on front floors.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Now to work on the rear trans tunnel. I've patched up the large holes from the mismatch of the new and the old rear floor. Just need to clean it up more so that it doesn't become a trap for road grime.

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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well this weekend I've decided to smooth out the fender antenna hole and mount the antenna at the rear like the coyote Mustangs. This is more for simplifying the wiring of the antenna since theirs are located in the passenger rear.

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Also got my rear seat bottoms from King Kovers. Here is a pic of what I intended to do with them. But issues with the the gap between seat back and bottom plus how rigid the seat frame was that for it to be flush with the quarter trim I would have to trim part of the wheel well and....basically a lot of work for maybe not much gain. I have a couple options though.

I'm planning on having King Kovers to make a new seat cover for the seat back on either the Mach 1 (SN95) seat or the Fox Seat back.

The fox seat would be pretty straight forward. Just cover the seat like they did for the bottom.
For the Mach 1 seat it's a bit more involved because its 2 halves and the latching device for the fold down part, plus the extend it out about 2" on each side and square off the top corners more.

I think this is gonna be my first poll question for this forum. Which should I do the fox seat back or the split seat SN95?
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Posted by VENOMUS PONY 5.0 (Member # 7785) on :
 
1st pic those headrests matching the fronts will look killer.

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Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by VENOMUS PONY 5.0:
1st pic those headrests matching the fronts will look killer.

+1
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
You guys are killing me. I was hoping to use the Mach 1 seats and have them recovered like the seat bottoms, But you guys are right. It would be worth it to get them S197 seat backs in there. The head rest would be a dead give a way that there is more to the Coupe than meets the eye.
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Spent most of my day trying to figure out how I'm going to mount the rear seat backs. Started trimming some of the S197 rear deck that I saved and got it about where I want it. While taking a break I decided to shave the front antenna and install the S197 antenna.
For those who plan to do this, dont do what I did. Make the hole about 5/16" further back. There is a support layer that will prevent the antenna plate to sit flush which will require some trimming and more work.
Will have to cut a new slot in the aluminum antenna plate so you can rotate the actual antenna 180 degrees around. This is for clearance issues with internal supports in that area of the quarter panels.

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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
So far what I have done for the rear seat latches and seat belt mounts.

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Posted by 9cobrasvt8 (Member # 11078) on :
 
I wish i had half the amount of skills you have man, this is badass, cant wait for the finished product. What do you plan to do with it when you are finished?
 
Posted by FobraJay (Member # 13344) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 9cobrasvt8:
I wish i had half the amount of skills you have man, this is badass, cant wait for the finished product. What do you plan to do with it when you are finished?

+1 [patriot]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 9cobrasvt8:
I wish i had half the amount of skills you have man, this is badass, cant wait for the finished product. What do you plan to do with it when you are finished?

Get it in a magazine.
 
Posted by 9cobrasvt8 (Member # 11078) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by 9cobrasvt8:
I wish i had half the amount of skills you have man, this is badass, cant wait for the finished product. What do you plan to do with it when you are finished?

Get it in a magazine.
Nice, then sell it?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
I'm hopeing to get a years worth of car shows under my belt. Then I don't know...still too early to say. I know for sure I'm gonna insure it with full coverage at appraised value before it goes on the road. Not going to repeat what happened to the Mach Notch.
 
Posted by 9cobrasvt8 (Member # 11078) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
I'm hopeing to get a years worth of car shows under my belt. Then I don't know...still too early to say. I know for sure I'm gonna insure it with full coverage at appraised value before it goes on the road. Not going to repeat what happened to the Mach Notch.

What happened to that if you dont mind me asking?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
today I've mocked up the rear seats 1 more time to get measurements for the brackets I'll need to make to mount the seat backs in the final position. There are gaps at the sides that will need to be extended out a bit and the lower seat will need to be recovered so the white stripe lines up with the seat back. At that point they will add extra material and padding between the seat bottom and seat back. Trimmed the rear quarter so it sits where it should.
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Started to transfer the s197 door locks to the fox doors. I'm doing this to simplify the wiring, but also to have the PATS to work correctly and the dome light feature to work as it should.

First it's best to remove all the inner components.
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Next to drill or grind out the counter sunk holes. This is to allow the inner reinforcement sheet to be flush with the outer sheet.
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Next from the door section from the S197 you want to split the 2 sheets. There is some adhesive so use a blade to help do this. don't want to bend up this piece. Also when cutting this piece from the S197 you want to make sure it's big enough to hover the 3 original holes.
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Center the slot to the old door latch and clamp it into position.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Weld the inner sheet though the original bolt holes.
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Now trim the outer sheet enough so that you can use the holes to line up with the inner sheet and trace over the door outer so to identify the part that needs to be cut out.
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Now cut the outer sheet without cutting the inner sheet. Once done I added a good size tack weld on the forward edge corners and in the middle, then trim the new outer piece so it's got a slight gap all the way around and then start welding it together.
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And this is what it looks like for now.
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Posted by 166 Merlo (Member # 1549) on :
 
Nice project
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
[worship] [worship] [worship] [worship] [worship] [worship] [Whoo Whooooo!]
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
His killing it with skills
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Finished trimming the rear fender lips and now to weld up all the flange nuts for various brackets in the engine compartment and for the smog canister. Modify the Cervini hood for the shaker and Rage Gold the engine compartment 1 last time. Should be done by February.

Gonna pick up some paint this coming Friday. Just a little preview of the color I'm getting.

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Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by i:
His killing it with skills

HE'S

This project is bad ass! Hopefully over the years I'll acquire enough skills to pull something like this off. [patriot]
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
quote:
Originally posted by i:
His killing it with skills

HE'S

This project is bad ass! Hopefully over the years I'll acquire enough skills to pull something like this off. [patriot]

First step is to start doing it an not talk about doing it.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
quote:
Originally posted by i:
His killing it with skills

HE'S

This project is bad ass! Hopefully over the years I'll acquire enough skills to pull something like this off. [patriot]

First step is to start doing it an not talk about doing it.
Kinda like what I tell myself sometime, "If you spend time thinking about it, you ain't gonna get it done. So do it."
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Started to work on the driver side door lock. I think on the SN95 i just used the key lock and transferred it to the fox. The S197 has a bit different key lock so just adjusting the tumbler wasn't gonna do it. So went to the Ford dealership and found that only the Econo Van is the only one with a similiar key lock as the Foxbody. So $90 for the new key lock and about 30 minutes putting the thing together and now I have a key lock that will work with the S197 key.

If it wasn't going to work, plan B would be to just shave the driver side key hole like I did for the passenger side and the trunk.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Earlier I made the lower radiator support. Here's what it looks like. Kinda industrial looking but functional for now.
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Also mounted the smog canister.
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And started bonding the chopped up fresh air intake for the HVAP. My first go at fiberglass. Turned out better than expected.
Since the S197 HVAP grabbed fresh air through the firewall I had to reconfigure it to grab air from the cowl panel. So I was careful not to mess with the mounting holes, I separated the intake so I could rotate it 90 degrees. Then with the HVAP in position and positioned the opening where I wanted it, I used aluminum duct tape to hold things sort of in position and used Evercoat Kitty hair to bond the 2 parts where they were the closest together. Once the Kitty Hair cured, then the part could be handle. Then with Duct tape on the outside to shape the interior, I used fiberglass to form and seal the interior of the intake and then use more kitty hair to bond the exterior in placed with a lot of texture and crevices. Then use some 1" foam weather sealer from Ace Hardware and this part will be done.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Thought about being creative on where to mount the computer. Some have mounted it through the apron, but it just seemed like I was fighting the harness doing this. So I've decided to keep it as natural as I can.

I had to cut this section out to keep the CPU and fuse box from hitting the hood.
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Posted by Z06-FTMFW (Member # 3164) on :
 
Nice work.... Lets see it painted. Like the color!
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
There was a possibility of getting back my Mach Notch hood back. There was going to be a possibility of a trade for my uncut virgin cobra R hood for the already trimmed cobra R hood for shacker, but it didn't happen. Plus the super bowl kind of took up a day....

Yeah, these are lame excuses. But honestly, mocking up locations for the various components from a car that built on a totally different platform takes extra time. If this was a Termi swap it would have been done in 2 months. I still have to locate the ABS pump and make passages through the frame rails for the fuel lines and brake lines. Then I got a volunteer to come over to fill and sand the engine compartment. At this point then it's ready for paint.

Believe me, I'm anxious to have color on it too. I hate it when my wife refers my project as a "junk car".
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well the car is not at paint yet.... Almost....

Did finish mounting the ABS Pump and also the ECU. Brack lines between the MC and ABS have been bent to work. Hopefully not going to be too crazy reinstalling this once from paint. Also finished fab work for the interior door levers.

Here is a little bit of how I did it.

The cable to the door lever was the limiting factor as to the location of the door lever.
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Then I fabricated a bracket and welded a flange nut on the back side.
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Here is what it looks like with the door lever attached.
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Here is a quick pic of a test fit with a junk door panel. The door lever could be straighten to match the character line and tighten.
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Here is the new style striker. I just drilled 2 new holes and then used the same nut bracket that was used on the S197 and welded it to the inner sheet. I over sized the hole to allow for some adjustment.
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Here is all that is left to do before the car goes to paint:

1. Remove the Hood hinge cups and wire wheel the sealer off.
2. Cut out hole on driver fender through Scott Rod panel for washer bottle. (I tried to make the S197 bottle work, but sometimes it just not worth the added effort when the stock washer bottle and location works.)
3. Fill and Sand engine compartment.
4. Mount the Cobra R hood and modify hood for Shaker system.
5. Water proof all joints with sealer.

Then it's ready for paint. Weather is kinda sucking at the moment, but still got more to do.

[ 2015-02-09, 05:55 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by LXjames (Member # 10791) on :
 
Your the man!!!
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
will update with more pics

[ 2015-02-09, 05:59 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by Blk93pny (Member # 11387) on :
 
Let me know when ur done ill buy it
 
Posted by Saleenssc14 (Member # 7791) on :
 
Any more updates??? I'm hooked and wana see the results
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Saleenssc14:
Any more updates??? I'm hooked and wana see the results

Patients grasshopper. Actually this past weekend, went to Lake Tahoe with the family. Kinda in a holding pattern, since the painter isn't quite ready for it yet. I still need to modify the hood for the shaker and finish sanding the engine bay. This is what I'm planning on doing today.

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Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
All the detail going into this build has me hooked on this!!! [patriot] [patriot]
 
Posted by JohnCM (Member # 1076) on :
 
If I ever win the lottery I'm going to dedicate 1 year of my life to being like RRRCobraSC281 and building one of the cleanest coyote swap foxbodys ever. [patriot]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
After cutting the hole in the hood and started looking at the CDC Shaker kit, I realized that I'm using the fox/SN95 washer fluid bottle and will not be able to use the stock air box. Will have to go with a conical filter and a smog approved intake pipe.

I was on the fence on it anyways. And after seeing pics of the shaker on coyote engine bay you really don't see much of what identifies a coyote engine. So a friend dropped his hood to have done the same way for his Mach swap notch. Looks like everything is going to work out.

Engine bay is almost done sanding. Just a few spots left. Friday I'll be heading to the painters to have them pick up my car.
 
Posted by 9cobrasvt8 (Member # 11078) on :
 
Anything new?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Waiting on a painter to pick up the car. Been ready since Wednesday. Going to have 90GTSleeper paint the car.

The original guy that I was going to paint the car got an unexpected delivery of trucks to repair and paint so he's booked.

Was going to give BMC of San Leandro a call if 90GTSleeper don't follow through. They actually have their shit together and do really nice work. Painted the new bumper on my 300c.

Made some last minute changes.

After putting the front suspension on and the wheel, I wanted to see how much clearance I had at full compression of the springs and the steering wheel turned to the left all the way. Well before I got to about 1 1/2" to the fender lip it hit the inner apron that I extended. I was gonna leave it, and put a shim on the steering rack to limit the amount that I could turn to the left Then I thought about turning left into an incline and the wheel rubbing will drive me nuts, so I placed the brake booster back in to see how much clearance I had and decided that it would be best to make clearance for the wheel and will used some Gorilla tape to keep road grime from going into the engine compartment and remove it during shows. With the brake booster in, wheel turned all the way to the left and springs fully compressed to where it touches the fender lip, it barely touches the brake booster.

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Posted by 90GTSleeepr (Member # 9609) on :
 
She's comin to sac tomarro Gona be a great build post the color
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
She's comin to sac tomarro Gona be a great build post the color

You're welcome to post progress pics on the paint here.

Let's get'r done!
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Just some update pics.

Getting the doors and rear quarters all straight.

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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
It's been awhile since that last update, and not much has been relayed to me as far as progress until today. Finally got first coat of primer in the engine bay. And the ETA was said by the painter "March 30th +/- a couple days". [Roll Eyes] Only time will tell.
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I thought I was getting the car last weekend, but that obviously isn't happening. And with the final date somewhat revised and sort of set in stone, I've decided to work on the little things like refirbishing the side view mirrors and the rear tail light housing for a spare set. Probably freshen up the quarter windows while i'm at it.

Here's the products I'm using.
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After giving them a scrub down, and 1 set was almost thrown away it was so hidious. But with some 80 grit and a lot of time, I was able to sand the ugly out of it.
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1st coat of primer
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Now after their 1st wet sand, they are ready for a final coat of primer
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Posted by adower (Member # 5955) on :
 
Is the painter not holding up on his end? He has a bunch of reviews I think In the vendor section.
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
Off topic question what gun do you use to primer? Pretty soon I'm doing my engine bay.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by adower:
Is the painter not holding up on his end? He has a bunch of reviews I think In the vendor section.

I can sympathize with him in a way. Because to keep doing it at a high level day in and day out, your body will shut down. I know I did. Once the car was off to paint I was going to work on the 93 Mustang and rebuild the tranny... Well I really didn't do shit for an entire week.

The other guy was going to have it done in a week but that's working on it everyday and with 2 people. He said 2 week was doable, but there was some details that needed taken care of and that may have slowed things down, but I estimated 3 weeks, but now were are aproaching 4 and we now have primer in the engine compartment.

With painter's, it's gonna take as long as it's gonna take. Just how it is.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by i:
Off topic question what gun do you use to primer? Pretty soon I'm doing my engine bay.

How viscous the primer will influence the nozzle size of the gun you will be using. Probably going to use a 2 part primer. Put it through the gun and adjust with reducers and nozzle settings. Try it on a practice piece and see how it flows. I've painted small parts for 6 years and used a detail gun, but also used quart gun for doing Saleen ground effects back in the days.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
So you're trying to get this for the Fabulous Fords show? Hope you get it painted soon because you got a lot of work ahead.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
When I get it from paint I will go as hard as I can, but if it don't make it to the show, then there's aways another car show. I'm not gonna cut corners to make it, that's for sure.

Just need it to run, brakes/headlights/tailights working and driver seat with seat belt. The interior and striping can wait.
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 
Nice build. Attention to detail is impressive. On page 3 you showed the dash panel mocked up as the vin plate held it up higher. You get that handled? Curious to see how that looks now.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blue92:
Nice build. Attention to detail is impressive. On page 3 you showed the dash panel mocked up as the vin plate held it up higher. You get that handled? Curious to see how that looks now.

It's come down a bit, but there is going to be a lot of hope that the black out on the window will make it look right. And I'm hoping that I cut it back enough that the window will set properly.

Crossing my fingers.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
A little update.
Has it's first coat of primer...
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Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Nice that you got progress but I thought I was going to open a thread with a green fox in it. Can't wait to see it all done up!
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
Nice that you got progress but I thought I was going to open a thread with a green fox in it. Can't wait to see it all done up!

When I got there they were working on a laser red vert. But what I hear I'm not the only one waiting on their cars to be done. Hopefully the finish product is worth all the hype and wait.
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
Nice that you got progress but I thought I was going to open a thread with a green fox in it. Can't wait to see it all done up!

When I got there they were working on a laser red vert. But what I hear I'm not the only one waiting on their cars to be done. Hopefully the finish product is worth all the hype and wait.
Can't wait till its done
 
Posted by Stang66 (Member # 10504) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by i:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
Nice that you got progress but I thought I was going to open a thread with a green fox in it. Can't wait to see it all done up!

When I got there they were working on a laser red vert. But what I hear I'm not the only one waiting on their cars to be done. Hopefully the finish product is worth all the hype and wait.
Can't wait till its done
Same here, was there any issues with the IRS I sold you?
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Any updates?
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
Any updates?

+2 P.S How did you remove view mirrors from the mirror housing?
 
Posted by CoyoteMaster (Member # 13680) on :
 
Any pics and updates?
 
Posted by LXjames (Member # 10791) on :
 
What's the deal with this painter of yours? Does he not keep a schedule? [Mad] [BS flag]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by i:
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
Any updates?

+2 P.S How did you remove view mirrors from the mirror housing?
there are 2 screws behind the mirror itself and the 1 screw on the interior side of the mirror housing that needs to be undone. Then it comes apart.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by LXjames:
What's the deal with this painter of yours? Does he not keep a schedule? [Mad] [BS flag]

All I got to say is, if it comes out as good as Casey's car, then it's worth the wait.

Plus I'm filling in my time working on my new POS. Finished up shortening the SN95 rear end to Fox width. Doing a 5 lug conversion.

Painter should be done next weekend based on what he's telling me. But bottom line I'm not going to make the Knott's. [Mad]

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Posted by LXjames (Member # 10791) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by LXjames:
What's the deal with this painter of yours? Does he not keep a schedule? [Mad] [BS flag]

All I got to say is, if it comes out as good as Casey's car, then it's worth the wait.

Plus I'm filling in my time working on my new POS. Finished up shortening the SN95 rear end to Fox width. Doing a 5 lug conversion.

Painter should be done next weekend based on what he's telling me. But bottom line I'm not going to make the Knott's. [Mad]

That's irritating to hear but if your happy then I'll stay calm haha. Let me know if you want those wheels. I need that brake line I was talking to you about
 
Posted by 90GTSleeepr (Member # 9609) on :
 
Will be Badd asss -were also talkin about a near show job-and a 3 stage no less-
 
Posted by 9cobrasvt8 (Member # 11078) on :
 
Bump
 
Posted by Stang66 (Member # 10504) on :
 
Any updates?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
90GTSleepr has it still. Says that the trunk engine bay and door jams are going to get done this Saturday.

All I got to say is it better be perfect. Good or bad, people will know who painted the coyote notch. I'll make sure of it.

Rims are finally on their way to the shop after being on back order for a month. So me not making the Knotts was sort of out of my control. So not letting myself get too pissed about it.

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Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Well I can't wait to see it! I just somewhat learned how to weld so I kinda feel like doing a good sized project like you, just not the whole floor and firewall. lol
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
90GTSleepr has it still. Says that the trunk engine bay and door jams are going to get done this Saturday.

All I got to say is it better be perfect. Good or bad, people will know who painted the coyote notch. I'll make sure of it.

Rims are finally on their way to the shop after being on back order for a month. So me not making the Knotts was sort of out of my control. So not letting myself get too pissed about it.

I hope things turn out well.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Painter 90GTSleepr has informed me that he's finally painting color on it this week. Can't wait to go over every detail of the paint to show what people should expect in the finish product with him. Hopefully it is worth the wait.
 
Posted by Stang66 (Member # 10504) on :
 
Hell yeah!!! Lol
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
Painter 90GTSleepr has informed me that he's finally painting color on it this week. Can't wait to go over every detail of the paint to show what people should expect in the finish product with him. Hopefully it is worth the wait.

Finally
 
Posted by 86- 50 (Member # 4723) on :
 
Hopefully it will be worth the wait, but this post has the making of going bad real quick. How a person runs their business more times than not is a reflection of quality of work they provide. Hope it works out for the best. [patriot]
 
Posted by tooslowfiveo (Member # 11511) on :
 
So did it get painted?
 
Posted by flores24v (Member # 10586) on :
 
[Confused]
 
Posted by SacGrown89GT (Member # 7435) on :
 
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Posted by 90GTSleeepr (Member # 9609) on :
 
I had a health issue that had set me back. The car is getting some color this weekend. finally -yes it will be completed shortly-
I know people are anxious to see the car , I'm very excited about this project myself.
 
Posted by 9cobrasvt8 (Member # 11078) on :
 
..bump
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
I had a health issue that had set me back. The car is getting some color this weekend. finally -yes it will be completed shortly-
I know people are anxious to see the car , I'm very excited about this project myself.

GET'r DONE!!!
 
Posted by 1SLOWLX (Member # 558) on :
 
Where are thoses pictures at?
 
Posted by flores24v (Member # 10586) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 1SLOWLX:
Where are thoses pictures at?

+1
 
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Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Oh shit! [Whoo Whooooo!]
 
Posted by fiftwyz (Member # 8351) on :
 
Wow
 
Posted by PeNiNsula302 (Member # 1061) on :
 
Awesome color!
 
Posted by flores24v (Member # 10586) on :
 
Pics of the whole car painted??
 
Posted by 90GTSleeepr (Member # 9609) on :
 
Parts are curing b4 we assemble/then spray outside
 
Posted by Eddie510- (Member # 2354) on :
 
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Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
Did you buff it already? Or is it wet still?
 
Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
Very Nice cant wait to see the rest
 
Posted by 88DroptopGT (Member # 2535) on :
 
Wow that color really pops!
 
Posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R (Member # 5400) on :
 
I went to the shop today and seen the car. That color is on point. Looks great. The car is ready to spray the outside. Should not be long now!
 
Posted by 06ragtopgt_SOS (Member # 11327) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R:
I went to the shop today and seen the car. That color is on point. Looks great. The car is ready to spray the outside. Should not be long now!

Did you happen to see my brother's camaro? I'm curious on the progress.
 
Posted by PonyBoy415 (Member # 13662) on :
 
That's a bad ass color. Can't wait to see the completed project

[worship] [worship] [worship]

[ 2015-05-26, 08:27 PM: Message edited by: PonyBoy415 ]
 
Posted by 93 interceptor (Member # 9457) on :
 
Any updates?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 93 interceptor:
Any updates?

Nothing yet. I'm sure if it looks good, he will post pics on here.
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by 93 interceptor:
Any updates?

Nothing yet. I'm sure if it looks good, he will post pics on here.
Been a while and it's only been jammed. [Confused]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NorCalRydaz:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by 93 interceptor:
Any updates?

Nothing yet. I'm sure if it looks good, he will post pics on here.
Been a while and it's only been jammed. [Confused]
You're assuming that it's been jammed... Like I've said before, I don't believe it until I see it.
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
Painters are the most unreliable people in the automotive industry.
 
Posted by Stang66 (Member # 10504) on :
 
TTT [patriot]
 
Posted by flores24v (Member # 10586) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Stang66:
TTT [patriot]

quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
Parts are curing b4 we assemble/then spray outside

Must take a long time to cure [patriot]
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
This is why i'm so hesitant on having someone paint/work on my cars. It seems like i hear so many horror stories about painters/mechanics. Especially the low budget cheap ones who throw out these too good to be true rates and quotes.
 
Posted by 90GTSleeepr (Member # 9609) on :
 
This thread is for the coyote notch build / post your negative and off topic comments on your own thread , Roberts notch is a True Frame off Foxbody - New pics commin Monday for the Haterz
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
This thread is for the coyote notch build / post your negative and off topic comments on your own thread , Roberts notch is a True Frame off Foxbody - New pics commin Monday for the Haterz

The only hating that is going on you for not delivering what you promised that would be done in timely matter.
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
This thread is for the coyote notch build / post your negative and off topic comments on your own thread , Roberts notch is a True Frame off Foxbody - New pics commin Monday for the Haterz

I cant take any business owner seriously when they use z instead of s. Makes you look very second rate.
 
Posted by NvrGoFullRetard (Member # 1633) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
This thread is for the coyote notch build / post your negative and off topic comments on your own thread , Roberts notch is a True Frame off Foxbody - New pics commin Monday for the Haterz

The only hating that is going on you for not delivering what you promised that would be done in timely matter.
Exactly. Maybe you should finish the job and not spend time on here defending yourself
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NvrGoFullRetard:
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
This thread is for the coyote notch build / post your negative and off topic comments on your own thread , Roberts notch is a True Frame off Foxbody - New pics commin Monday for the Haterz

The only hating that is going on you for not delivering what you promised that would be done in timely matter.
Exactly. Maybe you should finish the job and not spend time on here defending yourself
Lol
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R:
I went to the shop today and seen the car. That color is on point. Looks great. The car is ready to spray the outside. Should not be long now!

Can't really blame people for being impatient. Some progress pics will keep this interesting. I've already gotten a couple people wanting references to your paint services. I'm holding off on giving any references until I see the finish product for myself. Just deliver as promised and this will benefit everyone.
 
Posted by NvrGoFullRetard (Member # 1633) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R:
I went to the shop today and seen the car. That color is on point. Looks great. The car is ready to spray the outside. Should not be long now!

Can't really blame people for being impatient. Some progress pics will keep this interesting. I've already gotten a couple people wanting references to your paint services. I'm holding off on giving any references until I see the finish product for myself. Just deliver as promised and this will benefit everyone.
Yup
 
Posted by NvrGoFullRetard (Member # 1633) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R:
I went to the shop today and seen the car. That color is on point. Looks great. The car is ready to spray the outside. Should not be long now!

Can't really blame people for being impatient. Some progress pics will keep this interesting. I've already gotten a couple people wanting references to your paint services. I'm holding off on giving any references until I see the finish product for myself. Just deliver as promised and this will benefit everyone.
Yup
 
Posted by ISP89LX (Member # 8949) on :
 
Car is looking bad ass bro! Can't wait to see her all finished up!
 
Posted by svt3773 (Member # 4759) on :
 
New pics coming Monday... [Roll Eyes] [Roll Eyes] [Roll Eyes]
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
Meth
 
Posted by venomous99 (Member # 1917) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by svt3773:
New pics coming Monday... [Roll Eyes] [Roll Eyes] [Roll Eyes]

monday could be any upcoming monday maybe? lol
 
Posted by flores24v (Member # 10586) on :
 
All you Guyz are just haterz
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by flores24v:
All you Guyz are just haterz

Vete a la mierda maricon
 
Posted by venomous99 (Member # 1917) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by flores24v:
All you Guyz are just haterz

you mean "All you Guyz are just IMPATIENT haterz"
 
Posted by flores24v (Member # 10586) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by i:
quote:
Originally posted by flores24v:
All you Guyz are just haterz

Vete a la mierda maricon
Stupid paisa, nomas te la pasas cagando el Palo

[ 2015-06-09, 03:32 PM: Message edited by: flores24v ]
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
So much for Monday lol.
 
Posted by flores24v (Member # 10586) on :
 


[ 2015-06-09, 03:32 PM: Message edited by: flores24v ]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
The "plan" is that June 21 im going to pick it up done or not.
90GTSleepr says it's doable.
 
Posted by fiftwyz (Member # 8351) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
The "plan" is that June 21 im going to pick it up done or not.
90GTSleepr says it's doable.

That does not sound good at all!!
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by fiftwyz:
That does not sound good at all!!

Honestly, that's plenty of time to get it done. But if not, then it's time to move on.

Either way the car is going to be in my garage and I'll be able to start getting my house back. Got parts all over the place.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
The "plan" is that June 21 im going to pick it up done or not.
90GTSleepr says it's doable.
 
Posted by 86- 50 (Member # 4723) on :
 
If this painter turned his excuses into work ethnic you would be all right. Its funny to me hes month's behind and many missed deadlines and he says on here that its a frame off mustang job, like he didn't know that before he made the deadlines.
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
If he can't even meet a deadline HE made with something as simple as snapping some pictures of the progress and posting them, I doubt the job is going to get done.

We just be haterZ hatin.
 
Posted by Stang66 (Member # 10504) on :
 
The problem is something that happens much too often in this business. they accept way too many jobs and don't plan accordingly with deadlines given. Sucks for the customer when they got personal agendas on how the build of the car will progress.
 
Posted by 91calypso (Member # 12035) on :
 
I didn't no everyone in here is a pro painter!??! Lol I'm not backing this guy up because I don't no him, BUT I no good paint jobs take TIME. Give they guy a break lol
 
Posted by fiftwyz (Member # 8351) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 91calypso:
I didn't no everyone in here is a pro painter!??! Lol I'm not backing this guy up because I don't no him, BUT I no good paint jobs take TIME. Give they guy a break lol

Does that mean let him alone?
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 91calypso:
I didn't no everyone in here is a pro painter!??! Lol I'm not backing this guy up because I don't no him, BUT I no good paint jobs take TIME. Give they guy a break lol

You do realize that the painter has had the car since February and so far, all that is posted are a couple jams and the underside of the hood painted? It doesnt take 5 months to paint a damn car. That and the fact we are now almost 3 months past the ETA the PAINTER gave. I would be pissed off to the max if i was in op's shoes since we are now in the prime months of the car show season and OP's car is primered and in 100 pieces at a paint shop still.
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 91calypso:
I didn't no everyone in here is a pro painter!??! Lol I'm not backing this guy up because I don't no him, BUT I no good paint jobs take TIME. Give they guy a break lol

Then don't make a promise you can't deliver on.
 
Posted by adower (Member # 5955) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 91calypso:
I didn't no everyone in here is a pro painter!??! Lol I'm not backing this guy up because I don't no him, BUT I no good paint jobs take TIME. Give they guy a break lol

The guy is a painter for a living. Id say he is pro.
 
Posted by SLOWBACK 67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by 91calypso:
I didn't no everyone in here is a pro painter!??! Lol I'm not backing this guy up because I don't no him, BUT I no good paint jobs take TIME. Give they guy a break lol

Then don't make a promise you can't deliver on.
+1
You should pride yourself on customer service. Nobody is perfect, but how you resolve a problem with your customers is key to staying in the black.
 
Posted by tooslowfiveo (Member # 11511) on :
 
any news?

[ 2015-06-18, 08:22 PM: Message edited by: tooslowfiveo ]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Plans are to pick it up in the morning this Sunday.
 
Posted by Eddie510- (Member # 2354) on :
 
90gtsleeper will make it right

[ 2015-06-19, 12:09 PM: Message edited by: Eddie510- ]
 
Posted by East Bay 50 (Member # 8081) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Eddie510-:
90gtsleeper will make it right

90GTsleeper is a grown man who makes over 100k a year. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by gohardgohome (Member # 9803) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
Plans are to pick it up in the morning this Sunday.

Is that "picking it up" Finished or unfinished?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by gohardgohome:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
Plans are to pick it up in the morning this Sunday.

Is that "picking it up" Finished or unfinished?
I hope it's complete, but we'll see.
 
Posted by JohnCM (Member # 1076) on :
 
Hopefully there won't be a mechanics lien on it
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
Would be a complete buzz kill to get back an incomplete car after its been gone for so long.
 
Posted by TEXAS (Member # 11875) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by East Bay 50:
quote:
Originally posted by Eddie510-:
90gtsleeper will make it right

90GTsleeper is a grown man who makes over 100k a year. [Big Grin]
No that's funny, but this actual situation sucks, hope the original poster can make the best of this situation, best of luck on Sunday.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
90GTSleepr and I have come to terms and he's going to have it until Thursday and will deliver it completed.
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
90GTSleepr and I have come to terms and he's going to have it until Thursday and will deliver it completed.

I wonder what he's going to do in 5 days that he hasn't done in 3 months?
 
Posted by 66_5.0 (Member # 9974) on :
 
Wow.
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
Better go buy him a 8 ball of meth so he can finish it buy Thursday.
 
Posted by Outlaw_Stangz (Member # 3926) on :
 
You should just show up with a tow truck and law enforcement for a civil standby. Changes of it getting done are slim.
 
Posted by flores24v (Member # 10586) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
This thread is for the coyote notch build / post your negative and off topic comments on your own thread , Roberts notch is a True Frame off Foxbody - New pics commin Monday for the Haterz


 
Posted by fiftwyz (Member # 8351) on :
 
I wonder if this is gonna kill the painters reputation?
 
Posted by CornOil_&_Boost (Member # 5888) on :
 
wouldn't be the first time this painter hasnt delivered on said promises...
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by CornOil_&_Boost:
wouldn't be the first time this painter hasnt delivered on said promises...

Truth starts coming out.....
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
I guessing this painter has a drug or drinking problem.
 
Posted by VENOMUS PONY 5.0 (Member # 7785) on :
 
If your getting hooked up on the paint job I can see this happening..

[ 2015-06-21, 06:23 PM: Message edited by: VENOMUS PONY 5.0 ]
 
Posted by 87_ssp (Member # 11152) on :
 
I'd understand a week , maybe even two weeks late from the first set date , but being haggled through so many weeks promise after promise, that's not right , but at the same time we don't know what exactly their deals are.
One thing for sure we all wanna see the final outcome [patriot]
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by VENOMUS PONY 5.0:
If your getting hooked up on the paint job I can see this happening..

A man worth are not by the words the say it's by there actions and in actions an broken promises.
 
Posted by CAMD FOX (Member # 11891) on :
 
Today is the day fellas.
 
Posted by 92 LS Coupe (Member # 13890) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by CAMD FOX:
Today is the day fellas.

I was thinking the same thing, I had a chance to meet RRRCobra a while back, this guy is super cool. I hope you get your car back in one piece Robert and I hope it's was worth the wait. Thanks for your help with my swap.
 
Posted by PWR HNGRY 302 (Member # 6000) on :
 
I am getting a little anxious here waiting for these pics. [Whoo Whooooo!]
 
Posted by Saleenssc14 (Member # 7791) on :
 
same here... want to see the results
 
Posted by flores24v (Member # 10586) on :
 
Sooo any updates? [Confused]
 
Posted by CoyoteMike (Member # 13748) on :
 
Bueller?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
He tells me that the car will be delivered Sunday Sunday Sunday. Will call him Saturday to confirm.
 
Posted by CoyoteMike (Member # 13748) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
He tells me that the car will be delivered Sunday Sunday Sunday. Will call him Saturday to confirm.

So pushed out another week...after another hard deadline? [Frown]
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
He tells me that the car will be delivered Sunday Sunday Sunday. Will call him Saturday to confirm.

Why are still taking this lame ass mother fuckers word. Do know you can't trust a dope fiend.
 
Posted by CoyoteMike (Member # 13748) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
He tells me that the car will be delivered Sunday Sunday Sunday. Will call him Saturday to confirm.

Why are still taking this lame ass mother fuckers word. Do know you can't trust a dope fiend.
Because he is a grown ass man and makes 100k a year....??!? haha
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
He tells me that the car will be delivered Sunday Sunday Sunday. Will call him Saturday to confirm.

Why are still taking this lame ass mother fuckers word. Do know you can't trust a dope fiend.
He actually showed me some progress pics so I'm giving him the benefit of the doubt this 1 last time.
 
Posted by adower (Member # 5955) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
He tells me that the car will be delivered Sunday Sunday Sunday. Will call him Saturday to confirm.

LOL. Thats all i can say.
 
Posted by Blow_U_In_Reverse (Member # 12298) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
He tells me that the car will be delivered Sunday Sunday Sunday. Will call him Saturday to confirm.

Why are still taking this lame ass mother fuckers word. Do know you can't trust a dope fiend.
He actually showed me some progress pics so I'm giving him the benefit of the doubt this 1 last time.
Is he still receiving full payment based on the initial agreement or did he atleast lower the price for all the delay & inconvenience??
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blow_U_In_Reverse:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
He tells me that the car will be delivered Sunday Sunday Sunday. Will call him Saturday to confirm.

Why are still taking this lame ass mother fuckers word. Do know you can't trust a dope fiend.
He actually showed me some progress pics so I'm giving him the benefit of the doubt this 1 last time.
Is he still receiving full payment based on the initial agreement or did he atleast lower the price for all the delay & inconvenience??
He lowered it.
 
Posted by Blow_U_In_Reverse (Member # 12298) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by Blow_U_In_Reverse:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
He tells me that the car will be delivered Sunday Sunday Sunday. Will call him Saturday to confirm.

Why are still taking this lame ass mother fuckers word. Do know you can't trust a dope fiend.
He actually showed me some progress pics so I'm giving him the benefit of the doubt this 1 last time.
Is he still receiving full payment based on the initial agreement or did he atleast lower the price for all the delay & inconvenience??
He lowered it.
Thats good. Hopefully its delivered this sunday! You have everybody on here anxious to see it! Haha
 
Posted by 91 5.0 5speed (Member # 1867) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by CoyoteMike:
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
He tells me that the car will be delivered Sunday Sunday Sunday. Will call him Saturday to confirm.

Why are still taking this lame ass mother fuckers word. Do know you can't trust a dope fiend.
Because he is a grown ass man and makes 100k a year....??!? haha
post of the day! [patriot]
 
Posted by Saleenssc14 (Member # 7791) on :
 
Anxiously waiting...
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
INB4 "I need another week"
 
Posted by Kb69fastback (Member # 13054) on :
 
Wow. I just saw some pictures. Hella nice color you guys picked. The clear is crazy on that. Looks super nice
 
Posted by CAMD FOX (Member # 11891) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Robb:
INB4 "I need another week"

LOL
 
Posted by fiftwyz (Member # 8351) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Saleenssc14:
Anxiously waiting...

+1
 
Posted by 1SLOWLX (Member # 558) on :
 
Well what does it look like?
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 1SLOWLX:
Well what does it look like?

+1
 
Posted by CAMD FOX (Member # 11891) on :
 
Is he going to deliver it at 11:59?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Saleenssc14:
Anxiously waiting...

Just enough eye candy to stay on the hook.

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Posted by CoyoteMaster (Member # 13680) on :
 
Aee we gona ever seen the progress
 
Posted by CoyoteMaster (Member # 13680) on :
 
Looking good cant wait to see the roller
 
Posted by Pure Stang (Member # 7251) on :
 
So the dead line got pushed again lol. Hope I don't run into that kind of trouble with my painter.
 
Posted by East Bay 50 (Member # 8081) on :
 
This dude is full of shit! It don't take 6 months to paint a few body panels...
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
Good god. I thought the entire car was ready for pick up? LOL. As long as youre happy i suppose. I'll never use the guy now knowing it takes a 6 months to paint the jams and a couple panels. Thats just completely bogus and lacks any integrity to keep failing to meet deadline after deadline. Dude wouldve been fired 10x over if he was working at an actual job.
 
Posted by phonso302 (Member # 9260) on :
 
i wonder if iron50 works at this body shop lol
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
Let him alone!
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by i:
Let him alone!

The trolling gets old. Bottom line, if OP is considering the due date to be pushed further, it's on him. Obviously he is dealing with a shitty planner on a timeline. But you have to consider he has all his shit and hoping for a great end result. He apparently is giving him the benefit of the doubt here. Now on another note, I'm sure most will realize what they are dealing with now prior to making a deal with this painter.
 
Posted by fiftwyz (Member # 8351) on :
 
I guess we will never see it finished!!!! Lol
 
Posted by SIC9250 (Member # 8216) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blue92:
quote:
Originally posted by i:
Let him alone!

The trolling gets old. Bottom line, if OP is considering the due date to be pushed further, it's on him. Obviously he is dealing with a shitty planner on a timeline. But you have to consider he has all his shit and hoping for a great end result. He apparently is giving him the benefit of the doubt here. Now on another note, I'm sure most will realize what they are dealing with now prior to making a deal with this painter.
Best post in this ridiculous thread.

[ 2015-06-30, 09:06 PM: Message edited by: SIC9250 ]
 
Posted by venomous99 (Member # 1917) on :
 
whats the painters excuse for the all the delays? was the painter given a loose expectation on when the car would be completed? whats the deal w/ the painter? seems like this has been dragged on for more than it should have and the customer is being extremely patient to say the least.

whats up w/ painters and not delivering as promised? seen more than a couple painters specifically on this board that suck when it comes to delivering.
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by venomous99:
whats the painters excuse for the all the delays? was the painter given a loose expectation on when the car would be completed? whats the deal w/ the painter? seems like this has been dragged on for more than it should have and the customer is being extremely patient to say the least.

whats up w/ painters and not delivering as promised? seen more than a couple painters specifically on this board that suck when it comes to delivering.

I agree. I can understand set backs but, over and over gets old. I know for a fact this isn't this painters first time. I realize he does good work but come on. Get the shit done in a timely manner.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blue92:
quote:
Originally posted by venomous99:
whats the painters excuse for the all the delays? was the painter given a loose expectation on when the car would be completed? whats the deal w/ the painter? seems like this has been dragged on for more than it should have and the customer is being extremely patient to say the least.

whats up w/ painters and not delivering as promised? seen more than a couple painters specifically on this board that suck when it comes to delivering.

I agree. I can understand set backs but, over and over gets old. I know for a fact this isn't this painters first time. I realize he does good work but come on. Get the shit done in a timely manner.
This guy reminds me of Dan and his excuses. To OP don't be too nice now or you'll end up getting burned like we did with Dan and his excuses. Great engine builder with better excuses, fuck dan. With that being said I'll never do business with this painter.

[ 2015-07-01, 10:40 PM: Message edited by: NEIGHT ]
 
Posted by venomous99 (Member # 1917) on :
 
does this dude paint out of his own shop or is it done on the side/amateurish? the car looks well put together and it would be a shame if the body/painter selection was done w/ budget in mind while the rest of the car looks to be done w/ no expense spared.

hopefully the owner did pay a dime yet...man this sucks to be held up by something that shouldnt take this long.
 
Posted by svt3773 (Member # 4759) on :
 
no pics. Lock this up mods……...
 
Posted by fiftwyz (Member # 8351) on :
 
Ibtl
 
Posted by 87_ssp (Member # 11152) on :
 
Sucks that we won't see the finished product 😓
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 87_ssp:
Sucks that we won't see the finished product 😓

Patients grasshopper.
Maybe not this week, but I'm pretty confident the car will be done. And that's really all that is important.

[ 2015-07-05, 04:40 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
Get herrrrrr done!
 
Posted by 9cobrasvt8 (Member # 11078) on :
 
Anything new on this?
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
Never every trust a addict.
 
Posted by Saleen 00-768 (Member # 9379) on :
 
All this time just for paint, hopefully there ist any flaws...

I've seen this painters work in person on a simple body kit and lets just say I hope he does a better job on this mans car. [BS flag]
 
Posted by acmikee (Member # 5568) on :
 
im driving to sac on Saturday to pick up my tow truck. want me to pick up your car on my way home.
 
Posted by fiftwyz (Member # 8351) on :
 
Maybe next year! Lol
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
By the time this guy completes this paint job, The new Kings arena will be build from the ground up and running.
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by 87_ssp:
Sucks that we won't see the finished product 😓

Patients grasshopper.
Maybe not this week, but I'm pretty confident the car will be done. And that's really all that is important.

How's the coupe going? Any progress pics?
 
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on :
 
By the time this car is done the coyote motor will have lost it's cool factor.
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
Never every trust a addict.

Sacramento + painter= meth head tweaker.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 90GT510:
By the time this car is done the coyote motor will have lost it's cool factor.

Sad but true. It will be done in a month....at least the paint part. Person who painted my Factory 5 Racing Cobra replica is finishing it up. Actually sanding it all down and redoing everything.

[ 2015-07-21, 02:59 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GT510:
By the time this car is done the coyote motor will have lost it's cool factor.

Sad but true. It will be done in a month....at least the paint part. Person who painted my Factory 5 Racing Cobra replica is finishing it up. Actually sanding it all down and redoing everything.
[Eek!] [Eek!] [Eek!] [BS flag]
 
Posted by flores24v (Member # 10586) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blue92:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GT510:
By the time this car is done the coyote motor will have lost it's cool factor.

Sad but true. It will be done in a month....at least the paint part. Person who painted my Factory 5 Racing Cobra replica is finishing it up. Actually sanding it all down and redoing everything.
[Eek!] [Eek!] [Eek!] [BS flag]
Hope you got all your money that was given up front(if any was given)
[BS flag] [BS flag]
 
Posted by SAMACH1 (Member # 7042) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GT510:
By the time this car is done the coyote motor will have lost it's cool factor.

Sad but true. It will be done in a month....at least the paint part. Person who painted my Factory 5 Racing Cobra replica is finishing it up. Actually sanding it all down and redoing everything.
Coyote motor is never gonna lose its cool factor, shit happens... Youre going to end up with a better finished project. [patriot]
 
Posted by 1SLOWLX (Member # 558) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GT510:
By the time this car is done the coyote motor will have lost it's cool factor.

Sad but true. It will be done in a month....at least the paint part. Person who painted my Factory 5 Racing Cobra replica is finishing it up. Actually sanding it all down and redoing everything.
Man that sucks hope you got your money back !
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
This whole experience cost me $2600. So children, don't do what I did.

Have a contract with every detail on there.

If you going use a unprofessional painter then at least make sure that person can be reached no more than 20 minutes away.

[ 2015-07-21, 03:54 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 
What a bitch.
 
Posted by SLOWBACK 67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
That sucks man. Chalk it up as a loss and move on. At least your car and parts didn't end up in Florida.
I don't think the side work painter will be getting anymore work from this site.
 
Posted by East Bay 50 (Member # 8081) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
This whole experience cost me $2600. So children, don't do what I did.

Have a contract with every detail on there.

If you going use a unprofessional painter then at least make sure that person can be reached no more than 20 minutes away.

WOW!

[ 2015-07-21, 04:29 PM: Message edited by: East Bay 50 ]
 
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on :
 
Damn that sucks. Miracle in pleaston does really good paint work if u need another shop to take care of it.
 
Posted by Saleen 00-768 (Member # 9379) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
This thread is for the coyote notch build / post your negative and off topic comments on your own thread , Roberts notch is a True Frame off Foxbody - New pics commin Monday for the Haterz

You're a joke what do you have to say now? Lol, frame off foxbody? Lol, do you what the hell you're talking about?
 
Posted by 89TRUNK (Member # 2506) on :
 
Robert I'm sure the mustang will come out fine. I've heard good things about the place you're using. Too bad about that turd Jon you had to deal with. If you want something to work on in the mean time. You can tackle the body on my Comet 😎. If anybody else has any cars with that guy you might want to look into picking them up ASAP.
 
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen 00-768:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
, Roberts notch is a True Frame off

Lol, frame off foxbody?
Please elaborate
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R:
I went to the shop today and seen the car. That color is on point. Looks great. The car is ready to spray the outside. Should not be long now!

An who is your folks doing Casey besides burning people out of there hard earned money.
 
Posted by Saleen 00-768 (Member # 9379) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 90GT510:
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen 00-768:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
, Roberts notch is a True Frame off

Lol, frame off foxbody?
Please elaborate
Lol, on what? How to restore a unibody?
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen 00-768:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GT510:
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen 00-768:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
, Roberts notch is a True Frame off

Lol, frame off foxbody?
Please elaborate
Lol, on what? How to restore a unibody?
First you do a line of meth then you break out the cutting torch an fuck shit up .
 
Posted by adower (Member # 5955) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 90GT510:
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen 00-768:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
, Roberts notch is a True Frame off

Lol, frame off foxbody?
Please elaborate
its a unibody. You cant take the frame off...
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 
I hate to say it but I have friends, that are members here that aren't active, but got fucked over by dude. Dude is going to get what is coming to him. Sorry OP.
 
Posted by adower (Member # 5955) on :
 
Did you check his thread in the vendors section? There was someone there who used his work and posted negative feedback. I am guessing you didnt see that as you still used his services?
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 


[ 2015-07-22, 06:49 AM: Message edited by: Blue92 ]
 
Posted by 93ex chp (Member # 9016) on :
 
Maybe something that should have been stated a loooonnnnngggg time ago!!!!!
quote:
Originally posted by Blue92:
I hate to say it but I have friends, that are members here that aren't active, but got fucked over by dude. Dude is going to get what is coming to him. Sorry OP.

[BS flag] [BS flag]
 
Posted by *EPIK* (Member # 7481) on :
 
Question is, why is the dude still allowed to even post on Cafords? Obviously he's a scammer right? I'm not very active around here these days, but I know back when I used to be active on here (2007-2011), scammers accounts were locked with the quickness! WTF happened to this site? [Confused]
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 


[ 2015-07-22, 06:49 AM: Message edited by: Blue92 ]
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 


[ 2015-07-22, 06:50 AM: Message edited by: Blue92 ]
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
Very disappointing outcome. Hope that tweaker never shows his face around here again.
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
I will say this the is a high possibly that 90GTsleepers may have end up with the 351 that mr.Alex crisp had stolen from one of my friends.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
To get back to the build topic, I will post progress once It's all done. This way I can just concentrate on finishing the car.
 
Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
Sucks that this happened aleast your trying to stay positive about the project still....Glad i didnt Drop my hood and trunk off with this painter like i had planned; guess it back to the Restoshop.

Still cant wait to see the finished project
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Blue92:
What a bitch.

Right here
 
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen 00-768:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GT510:
quote:
Originally posted by Saleen 00-768:
quote:
Originally posted by 90GTSleeepr:
, Roberts notch is a True Frame off

Lol, frame off foxbody?
Please elaborate
Lol, on what? How to restore a unibody?
First you do a line of meth then you break out the cutting torch an fuck shit up .
The torch thing is sort of what I pictured when I read frame off hahaha
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
To get back to the build topic, I will post progress once It's all done. This way I can just concentrate on finishing the car.

Great. So your hoping to have your car back late August? You still going with same color?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Still going with the same color. A very reputable shop. He usually does high end collector cars. So a fox body mustang is usually not the usual customer here, but he's making an exception.

Normally his charge is $10,000 but after showing him all the shit I've gone through he's promised me $5600 by the end of August. Which usually mean mid September, because I've dealt with the guy before and he is the best painter I know west of the Rockies.
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
Still going with the same color. A very reputable shop. He usually does high end collector cars. So a fox body mustang is usually not the usual customer here, but he's making an exception.

Normally his charge is $10,000 but after showing him all the shit I've gone through he's promised me $5600 by the end of August. Which usually mean mid September, because I've dealt with the guy before and he is the best painter I know west of the Rockies.

Sounds like a great price for a high quality paint job. Seeing he also has to clean up someone else's mess.

What are you doing to do to the coupe once you get it back?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Put the car back together and get it ready for Knotts next year
 
Posted by SantaClara_Cobra (Member # 9488) on :
 
Damn, what a headache and pos.
 
Posted by 89TRUNK (Member # 2506) on :
 
5600 for a complete paint job, are you undoing the prior job? Good price at a great shop.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 89TRUNK:
5600 for a complete paint job, are you undoing the prior job? Good price at a great shop.

Yes, the guy is going to reblock sand the car. Lots of areas where he painted over debris and adhesive from labels. The only good part he said was the jams were done. The $5600 price is a friendly price. He knows what I went through.
 
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by 89TRUNK:
5600 for a complete paint job, are you undoing the prior job? Good price at a great shop.

Yes, the guy is going to reblock sand the car. Lots of areas where he painted over debris and adhesive from labels. The only good part he said was the jams were done. The $5600 price is a friendly price. He knows what I went through.
Man after seeing the effort u put into this car, it sucks that dude really pulled one over on u. Why are there so many shady people on this forum.

At least it's in the right hands now.

[ 2015-07-23, 10:09 AM: Message edited by: 90GT510 ]
 
Posted by 66_5.0 (Member # 9974) on :
 
That really fucking blows man. Did you write down anything on paper?
 
Posted by Vndcatr (Member # 2343) on :
 
Thats crazy..my buddy just went through the same ordeal with a $5,500 paint job on his termy that was a complete hack job locally.. theres alot of hack painters out there..I dont think he has 10k to put into paint though.

Goodluck, and cant wait to see the end result.. that green looks badass on your notch
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
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What it looked like on Tuesday when I picked it up.

[ 2015-07-23, 07:20 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by SydeWaySix (Member # 3596) on :
 
So you still had to pay $2600 for a half-ass incomplete paint job?!?! If anything, he should be paying you back for the wasted time and stress he caused you! That's ridiculous!
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
It's gonna be fine. Just can't wait to get the car back together.
 
Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
[Eek!] Damn that all that was done in the time he had it i know you described in detail how the paint looked but damn; cant wait to see the final product that green is sick!

[ 2015-07-23, 08:57 PM: Message edited by: 70stang351w ]
 
Posted by 90GT510 (Member # 9199) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 70stang351w:
[Eek!] Damn that all that was done in the time he had it i know you described in detail how the paint looked but damn; cant wait to see the final product that green is sick!

Well he stated frame off and it's looks like he put it aback together maybe that's what took a long time.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
LoL...it wasn't together. We put that thing together in about 1 1/2hrs.
 
Posted by adower (Member # 5955) on :
 
Why didn't you get your money back? You actually let him keep 2,600$ for painting three panels?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
I still believe Jon does know how to paint, but his health issues kinda complicates correcting his mistakes along the way. And at what point does he finally throws in the towel or tap out? I know he needed the money but with his health deteriorating, he really shouldn't be taking on such projects until he truly is physically able to do it from start to finish without compromise.

But for now, it would be best for him to get his health in order. Truely that should be what's important for him and his family.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by adower:
Why didn't you get your money back? You actually let him keep 2,600$ for painting three panels?

He's in financial hardship. Sure I could take him to civil court and win. It would probably lead into bigger problems for him. Is it going to make me feel better? Probably not.
Building a case isn't gonna happen by itself. And the fact that I got my car back and it's being painted by someone I truly trust, I'm already 10x happier and relieved than I was at this time last week. So do I want to go back and gather all that crap for $2600 and to ruine someone's life? Some might enjoy that, but that's not me.

I'm past this whole ordeal, and I'm not looking back. I got a car to put together. That's my focus.
 
Posted by gohardgohome (Member # 9803) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
I still believe Jon does know how to paint, but his health issues kinda complicates correcting his mistakes along the way. And at what point does he finally throws in the towel or tap out? I know he needed the money but with his health deteriorating, he really shouldn't be taking on such projects until he truly is physically able to do it from start to finish without compromise.

But for now, it would be best for him to get his health in order. Truely that should be what's important for him and his family.

I can hella respect this bro. Grown ass man decision. Maybe when he gets better u can get your money back lol
 
Posted by TEXAS (Member # 11875) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by adower:
Why didn't you get your money back? You actually let him keep 2,600$ for painting three panels?

He's in financial hardship. Sure I could take him to civil court and win. It would probably lead into bigger problems for him. Is it going to make me feel better? Probably not.
Building a case isn't gonna happen by itself. And the fact that I got my car back and it's being painted by someone I truly trust, I'm already 10x happier and relieved than I was at this time last week. So do I want to go back and gather all that crap for $2600 and to ruine someone's life? Some might enjoy that, but that's not me.

I'm past this whole ordeal, and I'm not looking back. I got a car to put together. That's my focus.

Sometimes you win and sometimes you lose, in the end you have a $2600 lesson, been there, done that, it's not the end of the world, can't wait to see the finished project.
 
Posted by adower (Member # 5955) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by adower:
Why didn't you get your money back? You actually let him keep 2,600$ for painting three panels?

He's in financial hardship. Sure I could take him to civil court and win. It would probably lead into bigger problems for him. Is it going to make me feel better? Probably not.
Building a case isn't gonna happen by itself. And the fact that I got my car back and it's being painted by someone I truly trust, I'm already 10x happier and relieved than I was at this time last week. So do I want to go back and gather all that crap for $2600 and to ruine someone's life? Some might enjoy that, but that's not me.

I'm past this whole ordeal, and I'm not looking back. I got a car to put together. That's my focus.

I think your view on the situation is crazy. However, I hope the best for you in finishing the car.
 
Posted by Marks93 (Member # 11130) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by adower:
Why didn't you get your money back? You actually let him keep 2,600$ for painting three panels?

He's in financial hardship. Sure I could take him to civil court and win. It would probably lead into bigger problems for him. Is it going to make me feel better? Probably not.
Building a case isn't gonna happen by itself. And the fact that I got my car back and it's being painted by someone I truly trust, I'm already 10x happier and relieved than I was at this time last week. So do I want to go back and gather all that crap for $2600 and to ruine someone's life? Some might enjoy that, but that's not me.

I'm past this whole ordeal, and I'm not looking back. I got a car to put together. That's my focus.

[worship] You're a good man!
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Marks93:
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by adower:
Why didn't you get your money back? You actually let him keep 2,600$ for painting three panels?

He's in financial hardship. Sure I could take him to civil court and win. It would probably lead into bigger problems for him. Is it going to make me feel better? Probably not.
Building a case isn't gonna happen by itself. And the fact that I got my car back and it's being painted by someone I truly trust, I'm already 10x happier and relieved than I was at this time last week. So do I want to go back and gather all that crap for $2600 and to ruine someone's life? Some might enjoy that, but that's not me.

I'm past this whole ordeal, and I'm not looking back. I got a car to put together. That's my focus.

[worship] You're a good man!
+1
 
Posted by PWR HNGRY 302 (Member # 6000) on :
 
This build is playing with my emotions [Smile] [Frown] [Embarrassed] [Big Grin] [Cool] [Roll Eyes] [Mad] [Eek!] [Confused] [worship]

Any word on how its coming along?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
The paint will be done in a couple week. Will post picks once I go pick it up.
 
Posted by 84SVOrick (Member # 9039) on :
 
damn i just saw this build and got juiced/excited, then to see how the whole paint guy ordeal went down makes me feel good about not ever wanting to get my car painted
 
Posted by CoyoteMaster (Member # 13680) on :
 
Any updates seems like this this tread just fell off
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
When I get the car from the painters then I will start posting stuff. But for now its a couple weeks out.
 
Posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R (Member # 5400) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R:
I went to the shop today and seen the car. That color is on point. Looks great. The car is ready to spray the outside. Should not be long now!

An who is your folks doing Casey besides burning people out of there hard earned money.
I don't need to be blamed for this. I had nothing to do with this. I actually helped Robert get the car back, I still talk with Robert all the time. No bridges burnt here. I don't do people wrong. So shut your mouth fathack!
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R:
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by *BlownMach1*- TRMYN8R:
I went to the shop today and seen the car. That color is on point. Looks great. The car is ready to spray the outside. Should not be long now!

An who is your folks doing Casey besides burning people out of there hard earned money.
I don't need to be blamed for this. I had nothing to do with this. I actually helped Robert get the car back, I still talk with Robert all the time. No bridges burnt here. I don't do people wrong. So shut your mouth fathack!
You co-signed for jon plummer an you know he is a shady fucker .an just remember Casey when you install cams on a 4 valve motor make sure you install them right this time.
 
Posted by 87_ssp (Member # 11152) on :
 
Any update?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 87_ssp:
Any update?

Waiting on the correct K member from UPR.
Can you believe this shit. Talked to the sales guy that I'm doing a Coyote swap on a 90 Mustang so he sends me a K member for a pushrod motor.
The sales guy is nolonger with the company, but they were cool to ship one out right away and sending a call tag for the other to be shipped back on their bill.

One thing about UPR, they really try to get it right. And I bought the K member back in January.

I will post pics once everything is together. ~end of October. The rewiring, running the fuel/brake lines, and the plumbing for the smog/vapor canister is what will take some time. Probably by the end of year for first start.
 
Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
Pics?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well I'll post some pics. Just shows the car painted and partially put back together.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
So far:
Wiper motor modification are done and installed.
Brake booster and pedal assembly installed.
ECU mounted
ABS module mounted
Washer bottle installed
HVAC unit installed.
Trunk and hood latch reconditioned and installed.
Rear speakers installed
Blacked out rear license plate area and door window trim.
Rear deck cover trimmed and template made of upholstery to modify.

Upcoming items:
10/10 rear and front window installed
10/10 front seat belt retractor mounts welded in.
10/14 engine and tranny install
10/16 pickup rebuilt rear end

Probably shouldn't get too far ahead of myself here.

[ 2015-10-10, 10:30 AM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by LXjames (Member # 10791) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
So far:
Wiper motor modification are done and installed.
Brake booster and pedal assembly installed.
ECU mounted
ABS module mounted
Washer bottle installed
HVAC unit is about to be installed.
Trunk and hood latch reconditioned and installed.
Rear speakers installed
Blacked out rear license plate area and door window trim.
Rear deck cover trimmed and template made of upholstery to modify.

Upcoming items:
10/10 rear and front window installed
10/10 front seat belt retractor mounts welded in.
10/14 engine and tranny install
10/16 pickup rebuilt rear end

Probably shouldn't get too far ahead of myself here.

Great job Robert! Glad to see your plans are being fulfilled! Car looks amazing
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Made new seat belt retractor mounts. This was done so I could use the S197 seatbelts.

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Posted by 89TRUNK (Member # 2506) on :
 
Looks great Robert. I'm happy to hear things are working out for you now. Keep us posted on the project.
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
I just got done sanding the engine bay lol. Damn man the color came out like a Lamborghini style. Keep at it [patriot]
 
Posted by foxbodywagon (Member # 5977) on :
 
Looking good, love the color.
 
Posted by fiftwyz (Member # 8351) on :
 
Looks good!
 
Posted by diablounicorn (Member # 13033) on :
 
Someone call Ghostbusters slimmer on the loose. First thing I thought off, nice car
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
So looking to get some public input on the wheels.

Which wheel to go with?
A)
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or B)
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Posted by CoyoteMike (Member # 13748) on :
 
A
 
Posted by LXjames (Member # 10791) on :
 
A
 
Posted by JohnCM (Member # 1076) on :
 
A
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
I guess A it is.

I like them both but wished that SVE would make these in Dark Stainless with 94-04 offsets.

Since the fronts on the AMRs are 18x8 I need to order another pair of tires.
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
A
 
Posted by tooslowfiveo (Member # 11511) on :
 
B. Never really liked the look of the amrs compared to drifts
 
Posted by 9cobrasvt8 (Member # 11078) on :
 
B
 
Posted by CoyoteMaster (Member # 13680) on :
 
B
 
Posted by 89LXNotch (Member # 4879) on :
 
Me gusta B
 
Posted by 89TRUNK (Member # 2506) on :
 
Id go with B, the satin looks like it matches the 5.0 emblem a bit better. I like to see the same consistency with the emblem and wheels. I'd prefer B in a dark gray, like a graphite color.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
I can see everyone's points. I guess that's why I plan to put tires on both sets. [Razz]
 
Posted by Blow_U_In_Reverse (Member # 12298) on :
 
A with the gloss finish will give it a more "show" look..

B with the matte finish will make it look aggressive as hell..

I would go with B [Wink]
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
I'd go with B. Thanks for reminding me how much of a bucket my fox is. [Frown]
 
Posted by 135.0 (Member # 4992) on :
 
Go with D, deez nutz.

Do what you want there's no wrong way to do it
 
Posted by SLOWBACK 67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
I wiuldnt put a blacj wheet on the car. But if I had to choose one I would say A.
 
Posted by CAMD FOX (Member # 11891) on :
 
Flat black wheels look like black blobs coated with brake dust to me. 100% option "A" IMO.

[ 2015-10-21, 06:38 PM: Message edited by: CAMD FOX ]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well for the past month my regular job has been getting pretty busy leaving me with 30 minutes to an hour a day, if I'm lucky. And working every other Sunday. Just glad I'm getting paid by the hour.

Last few days, I've been working on reassembling the doors and welding up the front seat belt retractor mounts. Got the seat belts all installed. Next is laying out the body harness so I can get the carpet and dash in.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Just some update photos.

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Posted by 68dustin (Member # 5388) on :
 
[worship] great work man.. u make it look so clean and factory. man I have to find my garage mojo again. Seems like with work, family & homework I cant even think about getting in the garage till late at night.

[ 2015-11-02, 02:03 PM: Message edited by: 68dustin ]
 
Posted by sofresh (Member # 12393) on :
 
[patriot] [worship]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Started wire tucking the front this past weekend.
This is what it looked like on Saturday.
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Now it looks like this. Still got the Wiper motor and MC harness to shorten. But wanted to get this far so I could test the park/turn/headlight function.
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[ 2015-11-17, 11:35 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
Looking good [patriot]
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
That's one bad ass fox! [worship]
 
Posted by trickflow211 (Member # 8503) on :
 
looking great man!
glad to see she's almost complete!
I might like (A) better
but would love to see both and don't think you can go wrong wither either wheel
 
Posted by theconductor (Member # 13458) on :
 
Incredible!
 
Posted by TEXAS (Member # 11875) on :
 
If the wheels are the same weight I'd run 1 set on the passenger side and one set on the drivers side, you can't ever see both sides of the car at the same time without a mirror. By the way I love how you have the hood hinges and cups black, it's subtle attention to detail like those that make an engine bay look great.
 
Posted by SydeWaySix (Member # 3596) on :
 
Wow! Awesome workmanship!

As for wheels, I'd choose A if those were the only two options...but as much time and effort you're putting into that car, it deserves WAY better wheels! Why not some real BBS, CCW, or TF wheels?

[ 2015-11-19, 05:03 PM: Message edited by: SydeWaySix ]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SydeWaySix:
Wow! Awesome workmanship!

As for wheels, I'd choose A if those were the only two options...but as much time and effort you're putting into that car, it deserves WAY better wheels! Why not some real BBS, CCW, or TF wheels?

Lack of funds. If the car is good enough to make it in a mustang magazine then I might get a loan for a nice set of rims.

[ 2015-11-19, 07:04 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by Black 02 SS (Member # 5939) on :
 
I have a set of CCW Classics in 5x114 but they are in Supra/SC offset. Slim chance it would fit your rear especially since they're 18x11 with 295s or you could have my set for almost half of what I paid for wheels & tires [Frown]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Right now, I'm saving up for a custom DSS driveshaft. Which is like $900. Been collecting a lot of cans and eating in with cup-a-noodle soup. Willing to do side jobs. LOL
 
Posted by STREETFIGHTER50 (Member # 2973) on :
 
Such a bad ass car! Awesome work man. BTW I like "A" wheels better. Spokes look much nicer/cleaner. Flat black looks more aggressive, but u can get that with plastidip.
 
Posted by STREETFIGHTER50 (Member # 2973) on :
 
When ur car is done bring it to Apex Race Parts & get the perfect wheel/tire combo fitted on there. Much cheaper than the TF, CCW stuff, but still very nice wheels.
 
Posted by ashyers (Member # 9382) on :
 
Great thread! Thanks for taking the time to take photos and post 'em.
 
Posted by CoyoteMike (Member # 13748) on :
 
I hope to see this beast in person one day.
 
Posted by Saleenssc14 (Member # 7791) on :
 
Any more updates??
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well what I'm doing right now isn't all that exciting to post. Done modified the tank and the vapor lines associated with the fuel tank and filler neck. So tank is installed. Straightened out all the 2013 brake lines so to make it easy to bend them where I need them bent for the Foxbody. So the ABS module and all the brake lines are done except for the one that goes to the passenger front brakes.

This weekend I hope to have the brake lines done and the rearend installed so I can do final measurements and get the drive shaft built.

Fuel and vapor lines from the engine will be done next week probably, along with the battery relocation to the trunk. Then it's back to trimming wires for the back half.
 
Posted by Beasty5.0 (Member # 2935) on :
 
Wow awesome progress Rob. Call me up when you're done so, I can come see it. [patriot]
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Man I need your type of motivation. What type of music are you listening to? Lol
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Beasty5.0:
Wow awesome progress Rob. Call me up when you're done so, I can come see it. [patriot]

Will do. Have you done anything with that coupe?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
Man I need your type of motivation. What type of music are you listening to? Lol

I usually like It quiet, but when I do listen to anything, it's KNBR 680 sports talk radio.

But personally, I feel like I've been slacking a bit. Long hours at work and cold weather makes it hard to wake up early to get a good start.

[ 2015-12-11, 07:50 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
Man I need your type of motivation. What type of music are you listening to? Lol

I usually like It quiet, but when I do listen to anything, it's KNBR 680 sports talk radio.

But personally, I feel like I've been slacking a bit. Long hours at work and cold weather makes it hard to wake up early to get a good start.

I have to be listening to music it gets me in the zone. I feel you on the slacking, I'm up at 3 am every morning so when I get off work I don't feel like working on my car especially with it being cold.
 
Posted by Saleenssc14 (Member # 7791) on :
 
A bit out of topic, but Robert was this your last build??

Mach Notchback
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Saleenssc14:
A bit out of topic, but Robert was this your last build??

Mach Notchback

Yes
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Was gonna wait until my Optima battery charger came in so I can take pics with the LED lights on. Yes, the Optima battery I pulled from storage is in need of a charge and some maintenance, and all bulbs have been switched to LEDs. Reason switching to LEDs, because the 2013 headlights and taillights were LED. And since I'm using the wire harnesses from a 2013 the wire size was based on LED amperage loads. The incandescent bulbs would have drawn too much current.
The taillight wiring was a little tricky since the turn signal and brake lights light up the same group of LEDs, and the Foxbody is not like that. There's a module in the back that controls the type of light sequence, and it gets an input from the brake pedal position switch (BPP). I plan to detach the BPP from the module and use it only for the brake lights and 3rd brake light. Then wire the turn signal to the inner turn/stop light wire. The inner because on the 2013 the turn signals were sequential and electronically fired. So to keep the same flash cycle I'm using the inner turn/stop light. And since I've disconnected the BPP input to the module. The turn/stop light will only fire as a turn signal, and never for brakes.

Hope I didn't lose anyone on that explanation.

Things left to do:
-Waiting on the driveshaft. Been ordered about 2 weeks ago. Any moment.
-Top off fluids. i.e. Brake fluids, super unleaded gasoline, and antifreeze.
-Charge the AC system
-Retorque all suspension bolts
-Install the H-pipe and cat-backs.
-Paint the interior quarter trim.
-Modify foxbody door panels.
-Install the front and rear glass.
-Get ready for Knotts.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
The AC lines were shortened by about 1 1/2" width wise.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Some pics of the upper and lower radiator supports.
Had them powder coated at All Bay Coatings in Fremont.
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Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Finished installing the headliner, dome light and overhead console. So amazed that the 2013 overhead console fit as good as it did. Also trimmed the rear deck cover for the 3rd brake light.
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Posted by LSXCHIVA (Member # 6001) on :
 
That's bad ass!
 
Posted by Krz88lx (Member # 4261) on :
 
That's a bad ass build 👍🏼👍🏼
 
Posted by Black 02 SS (Member # 5939) on :
 
Attention to detail dully noted (thumbs up).
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Spent the weekend aligning stuff. Looks like for it to be perfect the hood needs to be trimmed a little. But good enough to move forward.

Here's what it looks like so far.

This week, plans are to get the driveshaft installed, exhaust installed and bleed the brakes.

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Posted by JohnCM (Member # 1076) on :
 
[worship]
 
Posted by 93 interceptor (Member # 9457) on :
 
One hell of a build man [worship]
 
Posted by LXjames (Member # 10791) on :
 
Oh shit Robert got his 1000 dollar driveshaft! How's the noodles and yogurt diet treating you? Lol
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by LXjames:
Oh shit Robert got his 1000 dollar driveshaft! How's the noodles and yogurt diet treating you? Lol

Yogurt isn't all that cheap. Plus, wasn't really serious about cutting back on food expense. I gots ta maintain, and feed the machine....lol.
 
Posted by 88DroptopGT (Member # 2535) on :
 
Pull up with this notch people gonna trip out like they saw Slimer from Ghostbusters..

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Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Sumbitch. [worship]
 
Posted by Marks93 (Member # 11130) on :
 
Fantastic build. Love the custom hood prop!! [worship]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Marks93:
Fantastic build. Love the custom hood prop!! [worship]

Looks like I'm gonna still use that prop rod. Damn MRT hood struts just can't stay erect. LateModelRestoration is sending me replacements, even though I ordered them back in February 2015.

[ 2016-01-12, 05:07 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well, I've been working on the window motors off and on for a week now and it seems that there's a motor rotation sensor on the cuircut board inside the power motor housing. I'm now in search of the passenger side power window motor because I need the motor attached to the housing. The way I'm going to wire it is going to be like the one on the left.

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Also working on putting steering rack limiters. This can work for power steering racks as well. These flaming river steering racks are aftermarket and allow the wheels to turn further than stock which is a problem. Made these spacers out of 1" pvc pipe. My proto type was on the larger side (7). I made 6 more in varying smaller sizes.

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Posted by LXjames (Member # 10791) on :
 
Robert are you gonna be running the side trim?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by LXjames:
Robert are you gonna be running the side trim?

Yes after I get the doors lined up better. Want to wait until I get sub frames welded in and the car on its wheels. Then make sure that all the doors are lined up, then install the side trim. It will probably be one of last the last things I do.
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
I gotta say the attention to detail in your project is great.. I cans say that this is a thread I look forward to when clicking on this site [worship]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Thanks 50reasons. Glad someone finds this interesting.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Solved the dome light mystery. It seems that the 1 ground I didn't attach on the driver see was the culprit. Once it was securely fastened the dome light worked as it should.

Worked on the power mirrors today. Almost straight forward. But of course nothing it easy with this build. The up/down worked as it should, but the left/right was backwards. I needed to reverse the wiring to the 1 motor. But of course, wires were not used here.
Sorry about getting ahead of myself and not taking a true before pic.
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[ 2016-01-17, 12:19 AM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by CoyoteMaster (Member # 13680) on :
 
Is the window gona go up when u shut the door like mine dose is? N crack down when u open the door?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by CoyoteMaster:
Is the window gona go up when u shut the door like mine dose is? N crack down when u open the door?

I have the wire from that disconnected. So no, it doesn't pulse down and up when opening or closing the door.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Last few weeks been trying to find reasons why the car won't turn over, and found that the PCM relay coil isn't coming on. I suspect it's a PATS issue. Went to the local Ford service department and they have told me that it is very likely that it will need to be retrained, since the battery was disconnected for over a year. Taking the car to have them reprogram PATS this coming Monday. Hopefully that's it and I'll be able to finish up the exhaust and take it to BAR ref and get it certified California smog compliant.
 
Posted by venomous99 (Member # 1917) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
Last few weeks been trying to find reasons why the car won't turn over, and found that the PCM relay coil isn't coming on. I suspect it's a PATS issue. Went to the local Ford service department and they have told me that it is very likely that it will need to be retrained, since the battery was disconnected for over a year. Taking the car to have them reprogram PATS this coming Monday. Hopefully that's it and I'll be able to finish up the exhaust and take it to BAR ref and get it certified California smog compliant.

man cant wait to see your car done..its gone a long way. one of the baddest cars documented on here.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
Last few weeks been trying to find reasons why the car won't turn over, and found that the PCM relay coil isn't coming on. I suspect it's a PATS issue. Went to the local Ford service department and they have told me that it is very likely that it will need to be retrained, since the battery was disconnected for over a year. Taking the car to have them reprogram PATS this coming Monday. Hopefully that's it and I'll be able to finish up the exhaust and take it to BAR ref and get it certified California smog compliant.

Smog legal coyote swapped fox? [worship] [worship] [worship] [worship]
Question is, how much? So I can start saving my pennies.
 
Posted by 93 interceptor (Member # 9457) on :
 
Any updates?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 93 interceptor:
Any updates?

PATS has been re-taught. 2nd key made. Car sounds tough. AC system charged.
Making transition pieces for the S197 H-pipe to SN95 cat-backs. Did note that there is a very small leak on the AC low pressure hard line were it was shortened and welded back together.

Will take care of it when I have my buddy weld the full length sub frames.

Gonna investigate why the park light lights up when I use the turn signals. It's not noticeable when the park/head lights are on. But that kinda stuff bugs me.

And next week Thursday I'll have a temporary permit so I can present the car to the BAR referee. So far no check engine light.

After driving it around the dealership and loading it on and off the trailer, I'm rethinking the manual steering rack. It sucks not having power steering.

[ 2016-02-16, 11:48 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
Any pics of it completed ?
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 50Reasons:
Any pics of it completed ?

I'll post pics when I'm done getting it to BAR.
 
Posted by coupe5oh (Member # 10411) on :
 
Just saw you on 880 North, car looks great!
 
Posted by SIC9250 (Member # 8216) on :
 
All this work and huge thread and no final product pics [BS flag]
 
Posted by 93 interceptor (Member # 9457) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SIC9250:
All this work and huge thread and no final product pics [BS flag]

X2 lol
 
Posted by 32VSTANG (Member # 9803) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 93 interceptor:
quote:
Originally posted by SIC9250:
All this work and huge thread and no final product pics [BS flag]

X2 lol
X3 [Confused]
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 32VSTANG:
quote:
Originally posted by 93 interceptor:
quote:
Originally posted by SIC9250:
All this work and huge thread and no final product pics [BS flag]

X2 lol
X3 [Confused]
X4

I seen LxJames posted a picture of the car kuz he spotted it.
 
Posted by LXjames (Member # 10791) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
quote:
Originally posted by 32VSTANG:
quote:
Originally posted by 93 interceptor:
quote:
Originally posted by SIC9250:
All this work and huge thread and no final product pics [BS flag]

X2 lol
X3 [Confused]
X4

I seen LxJames posted a picture of the car kuz he spotted it.

No he text me a picture of it he's just horrible at photos out of the garage lol
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by LXjames:
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
quote:
Originally posted by 32VSTANG:
quote:
Originally posted by 93 interceptor:
quote:
Originally posted by SIC9250:
All this work and huge thread and no final product pics [BS flag]

X2 lol
X3 [Confused]
X4

I seen LxJames posted a picture of the car kuz he spotted it.

No he text me a picture of it he's just horrible at photos out of the garage lol
Oh ok. I just assumed it was you who took it because it was a like a picture you take of a car you spot far away behind a bush. lol
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well technically it's not finished. It's road worthy. Still doing finishing touches on the interior and getting the windows tinted to hide some of the "under construction" look. It will be at the Knotts on April 17.
Also getting the final cut and buff then I'll put the rest of the trim on.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SIC9250:
All this work and huge thread and no final product pics [BS flag]

It's not that huge of a thread, if you filter out the painter drama.
 
Posted by VENOMUS PONY 5.0 (Member # 7785) on :
 
He will debut the car at knotts if you guys have not figured it out..
 
Posted by Fostang (Member # 3752) on :
 
2 years for one car! Zzzzzzzzzz
 
Posted by SIC9250 (Member # 8216) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by SIC9250:
All this work and huge thread and no final product pics [BS flag]

It's not that huge of a thread, if you filter out the painter drama.
Lol ok..we all know every detail of your car BUT finished product..ill see it at knotts I'm sure but why not post finished pics?! blue balls my friend blue balls....
 
Posted by hurting your feelings (Member # 13641) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Fostang:
2 years for one car! Zzzzzzzzzz

Not all have a job that is a 3 day work week .
 
Posted by Fostang (Member # 3752) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hurting your feelings:
quote:
Originally posted by Fostang:
2 years for one car! Zzzzzzzzzz

Not all have a job that is a 3 day work week .
Shit I wish man 3 day work week lmao. Try more like a 60hr sometimes I've been known to work in the 100 hrs.

Anyways I was just busting his chops. He' has gone well above what I would have ever done to a car not pre 70s. Looks good though. I can definitely attest to the work done here changing floors etc because I've been there done that. Shits not easy.

[ 2016-03-24, 01:14 AM: Message edited by: Fostang ]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Busting my balls on how long it's taking me? Most the negative comments are from people who I haven't met or know me. LOL

Trust me when I tell you this. Don't take the path that I have taken. It's dangerous out here. I don't want to see you to get hurt son.
 
Posted by Fostang (Member # 3752) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
Busting my balls on how long it's taking me? Most the negative comments are from people who I haven't met or know me. LOL

Trust me when I tell you this. Don't take the path that I have taken. It's dangerous out here. I don't want to see you to get hurt son.

Obviously haven't seen any of my builds. That's right I don't hardly post them here for notoriety hugs. It wasn't a negative comment if you would have half read, it had sarcasm attached yes but definitely giving props to how much of a pain it is to center a floor pan to the rest of the car that it wasn't even built for. I do understand how long it takes. But I think it was misunderstood because I rarely show my work on a this public forum.

Get on with your bad self. Squishy squishy

[ 2016-03-24, 07:24 AM: Message edited by: Fostang ]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
When it gets done DONE, I'll post finish product pics. I just texted pics to people who were on my contacts list that I personally met AND have shown genuine interest in my build.

But for the most part I've posted what it takes to do this type of swap and that was my intent. Not as someone put it, "for notoriety hugs"
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
I estimate that probably by summer that I'll have the funds to pay for the interior to be touched up, appraisal done so I can insure it for full value, and the power steering added to make it much more enjoyable to drive.
 
Posted by diablounicorn (Member # 13033) on :
 
when I get the funds I'm sending u a hatchback in the future, I'm over the notch swaps time to have a hatchback get some love hahha but I like ur build.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Actually my intent almost 2 years ago was to do a termi on a 93 Cobra/GT and make it a 93 termi Cobra. But finding a 93 GT that wasn't beat to shit was harder than finding a notch at the time.

[ 2016-03-24, 05:24 PM: Message edited by: RRRCobraSC281 ]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Just got back from the Referee. Pass on everything except the stock intake was hit for not having the stock rubber boot. So just need to find a stock intake pipe and see if i can somehow cram it in there.
 
Posted by venomous99 (Member # 1917) on :
 
when the official online unveiling?
 
Posted by Blue92 (Member # 8789) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by venomous99:
when the official online unveiling?

It made an appearance here...

https://californiafords.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=062922
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
The car will be at the Sacramento car show this weekend.
 
Posted by Eddie510- (Member # 2354) on :
 
Any more pictures of this beautiful fox ? I've been wondering how it turned out .. Ed
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Today i got a quote on finishing up the door panels and rear seats. And on the 20th of June I have an appointment with the Referee. Probably will have the interior completed some time in August.
 
Posted by 93 interceptor (Member # 9457) on :
 
Any new updates on this build?
 
Posted by NorCalRydaz (Member # 3233) on :
 
+1
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Been in the interior shop for the past month. Will post them when i get the car back.
 
Posted by Coyotee5.0 (Member # 13680) on :
 
Any update yet
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Got the car back from the interior shop. Still need to work on the rear inner quarter trim and the side moldings.
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well, a few weeks ago, the BAR referees failed me because I cut clearances in the Catalytic converter housings and the cut lower section of the air box. So I ordered another set of cats and a new air box. Finished removing the ABS module to make room for the complete stock air box. Because I wasn't using the EPAS rack it pretty much disabled traction control and ABS. So no real loss here. Also installed the washer bottle. Bled the brakes and everything is good as it was prior. So I'll have another go at getting certifications for CA smog.

Here are some pics as I'm working on adding power steering to the car.

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Posted by 93ex chp (Member # 9016) on :
 
[Eek!] [worship] [dance] [worship]
That thing looks amazing!!
 
Posted by SLOWBACK 67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
Looking good. [patriot]
 
Posted by venomous99 (Member # 1917) on :
 
got my vote for one of the most bad ass builds we've seen in awhile on here.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by venomous99:
got my vote for one of the most bad ass builds we've seen in awhile on here.

+1 although I can't remember of any threads with full builds here.
 
Posted by 91SuperchargedNotchOn24s (Member # 10866) on :
 
+1 on the bad ass build.. Did u restore the quarter window molding or is that a new set of windows? [patriot]
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 91SuperchargedNotchOn24s:
+1 on the bad ass build.. Did u restore the quarter window molding or is that a new set of windows? [patriot]

Believe it or not, there wS a perfect pair of quarter windows at the local pick n pull from what appeared to be a coupe that was garaged kept most its life. I was able to retreive the driver side, but that passenger side was vandelized at that pick n pull. Their were multiple cars with busted windows in the general area. I even took a picture of it in disbelief. The other was one I found at a different yard that was okay, but not perfect. Wish someone would start reproducing them. They'd make so.e serious money
 
Posted by 89bluenotch (Member # 7454) on :
 
Damn that interior looks amazing!
 
Posted by 91SuperchargedNotchOn24s (Member # 10866) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by RRRCobraSC281:
quote:
Originally posted by 91SuperchargedNotchOn24s:
+1 on the bad ass build.. Did u restore the quarter window molding or is that a new set of windows? [patriot]

Believe it or not, there wS a perfect pair of quarter windows at the local pick n pull from what appeared to be a coupe that was garaged kept most its life. I was able to retreive the driver side, but that passenger side was vandelized at that pick n pull. Their were multiple cars with busted windows in the general area. I even took a picture of it in disbelief. The other was one I found at a different yard that was okay, but not perfect. Wish someone would start reproducing them. They'd make so.e serious money
Yeah I wish someone would remake them cus I need a set lol..and yeah it sucks that people ruin good parts at the yards. I'm restoring mine now it looks like it's working with the filler primer method I haven't put the sealer n final black coat yet

[ 2017-04-22, 10:16 PM: Message edited by: 91SuperchargedNotchOn24s ]
 
Posted by Black 02 SS (Member # 5939) on :
 
Please keep us updated!
 
Posted by RRRCobraSC281 (Member # 7086) on :
 
Well I finally got the smog certificate. What a pain in the you know what.

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Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Badass! [worship]
 
Posted by SLOWBACK 67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
Nice [patriot]
 
Posted by Marks93 (Member # 11130) on :
 
[worship] Congratulations! Awesome build and thanks for posting the progress. It was fun to follow such a great build.
 
Posted by 70stang351w (Member # 9948) on :
 
That's sick, Congrats on the build!
 
Posted by 50Reasons (Member # 6452) on :
 
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Originally posted by NEIGHT:
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Originally posted by venomous99:
got my vote for one of the most bad ass builds we've seen in awhile on here.

+1 although I can't remember of any threads with full builds here.
You dont remember dana s build or the mach fox he built in the past
 




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