Thanks Bart and no problem, go right ahead.

I’ve seen that done. It does look good. Personally, I’ve had an attitude towards this build where I avoid any extra weight unless I really want it or have to have it, so I skipped a lot of things like that.

@@Bradatp I hear ya. To be frank, mine was a simple, rattle-can spray on "bed liner" application. But it's held up well, easy to touch up, and has reduced the noise of road debris clattering around in the wheel wells.

Wasn't me, I have been down that way in the Cobra yet. I was in Steamboat Springs for the trip mentioned in the video. Four or five of us Cobra guys are planning to do that area in Summer 2021 after the pandemic is gone.

You are so welcome!

All I can say is squirrel away any and all money you can, I saved for ten years for this.

@@Bradatp I appreciate optimistic reply. Unfortunately every penny is going into a new business right now. But it is still part of the big plan someday.

Glad it was helpful!

And wrap your headers. Makes a huge difference.

Yep did that. It looks good too. I'll do a 10,000 mile vid soon and highlight the upgrades since 3500 miles.

I've seen that others have used that, but I'm not sure of the need. The underside of the body is painted black, but I avoided putting anything else on to avoid the additional weight, as I did with so many other things.

There are lots of things you can do. Some have installed AC and on the Coyote it's easy. Panel insulation, vent blowers and most effective is blocking the air from traveling from engine compartment into the cockpit. The Bimini tops are popular too.

Sacramento gets to 110° several times a year, and 95° regularly. AC really is a must. Not period though!

If I ever have to pull the drive's side header I'm darn sure going to cut the foot box to do it because those header bolts are a nightmare to access. I can modify it then. Thanks.

I found those through Ashley Hinton in England. They are pricey and you have to modify them, but I think they were worth it for the 60s look. www.mg-cars.org.uk/ah/

Yes, those are from Finish line Accessories. If you are building a Factory Five the SS tubes are just slightly small for the grommets and I bought larger diameter tubes from McMaster Carr. www.finishlineaccessories.com/p-106-bumper-grommets-front.aspx

@@Bradatp thank you

The top and tonneau I got from Whitby Motorcars at the same time. www.whitbymotorcars.com

I found it on Amazon: www.amazon.com/dp/B006K8IP6M/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_N1GDX9CBH650QKWH1A1C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

@@Bradatp Thanks, just ordered one.

Thanks. I upgraded to the Wilwoods at order time, so I don't have the other brakes. I can tell you that you definitely do not need power brakes with the Wilwoods. They stop fantastically without it, however it is a different feel from power brakes on my daily driver, they feel more firm. The way I look at it, with the light weight of this car power steering and power brakes are unnecessary - I did do power steering for different reasons - and add expense and weight.

Thank you! Cheers!

The radiator overflow tank comes as a kit from FFR: www.factoryfiveparts.com/16576-aluminum-overflow-tank-kit/

@@Bradatp they must have updated it. When I ordered mine it didn’t come with the fancy bracket, just a little L bracket

I haven't noticed any, but I'm kind of taking a high level view of the car knowing that it is going to see some use. I'm sure a show only car would be negatively affected by the top, but I think it's worth it for the functionality and versatility.

They are for moving fresh air to the foot wells, one on each side with push/pull shut off valves. They each have their own fan. It took a bit of trial and error to keep engine bay heat off the ducts, but I finally figured out that the radiant heat from the headers was the biggest issue and deflectors fixed that.

Thanks. It is a custom paint. We used the original Guardsman blue color and removed the black tint.

Thank you. From delivery to safety inspection was 10 months and that included paint, but lots of mods and upgrades after that.

@@Bradatp awesome! I am thinking about purchasing a factory five cobra and makes me more interested!

They are not required in my, and many other, states. In states where they are required people typically mount white LED strip lighting in various places.

I just did a 900 mile trip and I won't claim that it's way comfortable, but it wasn't too bad and I won't hesitate to do more.

Except for Le Mans, lol

That's a metal cover plate, it conceals the 5 lugs. The spinner is real only in that it spins on to the center piece, it doesn't hold the wheels on like pin drive hubs do.

Yes, see "Radiator Protection" on post # 370

@@Bradatp I'm searching and can't find that. Can you post a thread link? I LOVE that idea. Also love your cubby. Really nice car. Oh, never mind, I found it in your build thread. Thanks.

@@AdamIsAdam Post 371 click the word Honeycomb, it's hyperlinked to Amazon. www.amazon.com/dp/B006K8IP6M/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_dlXJFb2BHT7VZ

Every chance I get! I use the top for longer trips that are either too windy, cold or rainy. The top has held up well!

​@@Bradatphow difficult was it to install?

@@TeddyRumble It was like a lot of things on projects like this where customization is needed. In this case, the hard part was laying out the studs in the appropriate locations, since they can’t be moved once installed. All in all, not too bad.

No code, it's a custom creation, but what I can tell you is that if you take the Ford Guardsman Blue from the 1964 mustang and remove the black tint you'll get this color.

Thanks for the heads-up, but mine are the new style plus I checked and they are jamb-packed with grease. Cheers!

They can be adjusted to four different positions, but not on the fly. It takes about ten minutes to unbolt and reposition.

At about $62K I stopped keeping track, but it wouldn't be more than high 60s at this point.

Mike Forte's Parts Connection. Hands down the best customer service I've ever had! Great guy too. fortesparts.com

​@@BradatpThe Coyote is the way to go. I love the guys who buy an engine from a wrecking yard and rebuild it but that is way beyond my skill level.

@@TeddyRumble Same here. I’ve done the engine rebuild before, but in this case, I like the dependability of a modern engine. It comes down to the use you plan for the car and for us it is traveling more than showing.

Thanks, it has DOT 4, with Wildwood racing brakes I wouldn't use anything else.

22 psi. I tried high twenties, but traction is much better at 22.

@@Bradatp I'll try dropping mine. Thanks

A basic build will run about $35K, or so I've read. A fully equipped roadster is commonly $65K though.

@@Bradatp After looking at used trucks a couple of times lately, that sounds like a bargain.

@@Duke_of_Prunes don’t forget to value the hours of labor you’ll need to commit.

​@@kalasmournrex1470That is a given. No one buys these thinking it will be a cheap daily driver.

Whitby Motorcars www.whitbymotorcars.com/product/soft-top/ for the top and tonneau. The wipers I got through Factory Five.

Technically the new Coyote motor came straight from Ford as a “crate” engine, but I ordered it through Mike Forte’s with clutch and TKO600 transmission. fortesparts.com

​@@BradatpThat is the way to go!

It depends on what your definition of expensive is, but the short answer, at least compared to manufactured cars cost, is: yes it is. The typical range for FFR builds is $35k to 85. It really depends on how much you decide to upgrade and and race components. Go to the Factory Five Racing website and do the build the way you want it. Don't forget you'll still need tires, engine, transmission and paint. I hope this helps.

The average car is now $35k+. This is reasonable, and the basic kit plus engine can be $45k. What price glory???

www.amazon.com/dp/B006K8IP6M/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_N1GDX9CBH650QKWH1A1C?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I would have installed them even if I wasn't going to use them because I like the original look. I have tried Rain-X for plastic and it only works so-so, but the wipers are very helpful while driving in rain and I've done a lot more since this review was done.

The DOT 4 brake fluid is is just amber and it gets that way naturally. The reservoir is also in a fairly hot area of the engine compartment, but not hot enough to be concerned about - temps max at about 220°F

Why, thank you very much! That’s what I was going for as the original Cobras looked the same.

@@Bradatp You're welcome...clearly THE car

True. A weak spot for sure. Someone should make a better top.

Got anything exciting for us?

​@@Bradatphaters gotta hate. Mental problems is my guess.

Thank you. I got the ugly soft top by Whitby motor cars. www.whitbymotorcars.com/product/soft-top/ I had a local guy put a zippered back window on it recently.

Ugly is better in my opinion because it’s way cheaper and it looks like the original.

@@Bradatp very cool, I’m planning on getting one, I seen superformance offers a top with the zipper back window & love the idea of that extra airflow. Thanks.