This update covers Cobra Body Fitting Update.
Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub.
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 lots to do when I get the chassis back. Should be 2 more months till it’s painted!
This update covers A/C vent setup on Factory Five Roadster 9772. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. Work behind the dash Custom dashboard work has been one of the most satisfying parts of the build. However, changes behind the dash also create extra challenges. In other words, it is a pain…
This update covers dash work. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. dash work: Supporting the carbon-fiber dash Replica Parts under tray First, I will be honest. So the dash has been a lot of work. Also, tons of wiring keep showing up. Then any new item creates more wire needs. Next,…
This update covers ABS wiring. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the ABS wiring nearly completed We laid out the wire harness, and there are ‘extras’ that we need to run. In this case, we’re talking about the 4 wheel speed sensors that have to run to the ABS HCU…
This update covers dashboard options on Factory Five Roadster 9772. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. What a Factory Five Cobra dash has to do Gauges vs a modern screen The first thing you notice on a Cobra replica is the shape. However, you still need the same driving data as…
This update covers Took body painter today. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the Took body painter today Very excited today! My buddy Travis who is also building a FFR roadster offered to transport my car body to the painter today. He is way ahead of me, and was going…
It’s been great to get to the point to add those finishing touches! Now that the car looks like “a car” I can do other stuff like add essentials, but also design adders. The rear view mirror and side mirrors are a must have, at least a driver side mirror. I opted for the Breeze…
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