Finishing installation of the body panels

ByToadster August 2, 2021September 14, 2026

This update covers install body panels.

Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub.

About the install body panels

Now that the brakes are finished (FINALLY!) I buttoned up many of the body panels. I prepped, drilled and siliconed the driver floor, upper trunk, inner trunk panels and the rear body panels. I’m excited to say that it’s been several hundred drill holes without breaking any bits. Now, of course, since I said that, I’m sure I’ll break one today! Fitment looks pretty good, and cleaned the panels with some acetone to remove the grease, pen marks, etc.

Body | Exterior

Body fitting is nearly done
ByToadster September 1, 2023September 9, 2026

This update covers Cobra Body Fitting Update. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the Cobra Body Fitting Update Took the chassis up to the painter (Ken Pike) 14 weeks ago. I should manage to get it next week, here are the pictures from when I visited him last week. Still…

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Clutch | Drivetrain | Engine | Transmission & Differential

The Gen3 Coyote has arrived!
ByToadster October 25, 2021September 14, 2026

This update covers Gen3 Coyote arrival. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. Gen3 Coyote arrival: The crate finally shows up Cross-country delivery First, this was a big moment in the build today! So yet another package arrived! After a 10-day trek, the Coyote and Tremec TKX landed from Forte’s Parts! Also,…

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Body | Exterior

Rear wheel well splash guards
ByToadster September 23, 2024September 14, 2026

This update covers wheel well splash guard. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the wheel well splash guard If you’ve looked up close on a Factory Five cobra – there is quite a gap between the body, frame, and sheet metal behind the seats. It’s almost crazy to think of…

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Brakes | Interior

Brake pedal modification
ByToadster October 15, 2023September 12, 2026

This update covers modified brake pedal. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. modified brake pedal: Why I chose the Whitby power brake kit I picked the Whitby Power Brake option somewhat as an afterthought. Originally I planned electric power steering with a manual rack. However, the Coyote was much too wide…

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I pulled the trigger… 25th Anniversary Edition!
ByToadster October 25, 2019September 12, 2026

This update covers pulled the trigger. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the pulled the trigger After hours and hours of adding/removing options – I finally determined that the 25th Anniversary Edition would meet all the needs I’m looking for! Some of it may be overkill, and maybe it’s a…

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Fuel Supply

Running the fuel lines
ByToadster December 19, 2020September 14, 2026

Watch the process of how I mount the fuel lines and test the AN fittings

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Factory Five Night with Mass Cruisers
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USA 250th Celebration Sale Ends Labor Day!
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Rob M. Reaches First Start Milestone!
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Charles M. is Show Favorite with ’33 Hot Rod
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