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This update covers Breeze Radiator Cowl. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the Breeze Radiator Cowl A really nice addition that many people add to their build is the Breeze Automotive Radiator Cowl Cover. Not only does it button up the engine bay nicely, it helps to force the air…
This update covers chassis to painter. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. chassis to painter: Dropped the chassis off with Ken It has been a few weeks, but we took the chassis up to Ken. You can find him at https://www.facebook.com/streetrodpainter/. I am very excited to get this paint phase dialed…
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 A/C troubleshooting. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. A/C troubleshooting: Why I am revisiting the A/C setup Now that the engine runs properly, I can check systems that need it running. First I tried to vacuum the A/C from work a few months back. However, I definitely have…
Engine bay work must finish before paint. Therefore I installed the heater valve and hoses next. First I ran a temporary bypass hose between the Coyote heads. Builders who skip a heater often use that bypass. It closes the water circuit so the engine can run. Also, at the bottom of the photo you can…
This update covers hose install air conditioning. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the hose install air conditioning Now that the condenser and evaporator are installed, they all need to have lines run to make them functional. I’ve never done a/c hoses before and it requires some new tools –…
This update covers the air conditioning condenser. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. air conditioning condenser: Why add A/C to a roadster Adding air conditioning to the roadster was a custom job. Therefore it is not part of FFR’s standard setup. Who puts A/C in an open-top roadster? Builders who may…
This update covers air conditioning placement and hoses. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the air conditioning placement and hoses One of the ‘not really needed’ things I chose to install was air conditioning. Many people think, “but why?! it’s an open cockpit car it will just blow out!” Which…
This update covers Coyote coolant expansion tank. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. Coyote coolant expansion tank: Why a Mustang-style expansion tank? Cooling is critical for any engine. Of course we did not stick to the book. Instead we chose a Mustang-like expansion tank. It looks nicer IMHO. Also, it works…
This update covers footbox vents. Related notes live on the Factory Five Cobra build hub. About the Finalized footbox vents It’s been a while since my last update. I’ve been waiting on the A/C kit from FFR – it took 2 months to arrive, and parts were damaged. Really frustrating as FFR or FedEx won’t…
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