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SN65 project
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> Whoa, let me set the record straight. I'm not the guy doing the work, I just > ran across it. While my wife and _most_ friends will attest to me being nuts, I'm not _that_ nuts!! Well... Only time will tell just how nuts you really are. Maybe we will meet one day at bellview. :-) > Truth be told, that project is WA-A-A-A-A-A-A-Y over my head, not mention way > out of my budget. The actual budget for this build is currently at about 40K. We only need a few more odds and ends and we will be done save some nickle and dime stuff. > What I'd truly like to know is if he thinks it's worth it after he's done. Well... I have a bit to go before it is done, but right now I'm lovin it. If the car is anything close to my expectations I will be nothing less than thrilled. The build itself is turning out to be more fun that I ever could have hoped for. A once in a lifetime opportunity that I would not trade for anything. > Seems to me it'd be easier to beef up the chassis, swap in coil overs and > rack & pinion, IRS, engine, tranny, etc.... hmm, that's starting to look > like a lot of work too... Here is my responce to a similar question on one of the forums... Quote: Originally Posted by Brad Forgive me for not spending too much time reading this thread, maybe you've answered this already, but wouldn't it have been worlds easier to just shoehorn in the cobra motor? Hi Brad, Actually, that was the original plan.... We were going to buy the 65 fastback, 03 cobra engine, R&P mustang II front, IRS rear, etc, etc etc.... When we totaled the cost of all the parts we suffered a slight sticker shock. All the specialty buy out items (added to the cost of the car) totaled close to 60K. And that did not cover any misc / unforseen expenses. We realized that it would be much cheeper to buy a 03 Cobra and strip it for parts. After we picked up the Cobra, we parked it next to the 65 and were surprised at how close the cars looked dimensionally. We took some quick mesurments and realized that the entire 65 body would fit over the 03 rolling chassis. After getting into this project I have to say that this is (at least from my perspective) the best way to completely update a clasic car. This chassis is going to be lightweight and stiff. We were jacking the car up the other day with a jack placed at the very front of the rocker, right behind the front wheel. Well to our surprise, the entire side of the car went straight up with zero deflection or twist. I knew that it was going to be stiff, but I was really surprised by how stiff it is. On top of that the 65 chassis has places where rust is hidden between lap joints. Even after blasting or dipping or whatever, this rust will still be there. I was not about to put a huge amount of time money and effort into somthing that had trapped rust. I have seen the effects of this type of rust way to many times. Beautifully restored cars that start to weep or bubble after 5 years or so. Anyway... I digress. That was how the project got started... in a nutshell. SN65 __________________ SN65 When 65 and 03 collide If you would like to see other comments and photos from other forums follow the following links... http://www.horsepowered.com/forums/s...6&page=1&pp=20 http://www.chicagosvt.com/forums/sho...4&page=1&pp=25 http://forums.stangnet.com/showthrea...8&page=1&pp=25 http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...5&page=1&pp=25 http://www.mustangworld.com/forums/s...0&page=1&pp=25 I will be monitering this thread on the newsgroup. If you have any comments or questions you can post them here or on any of the forums listed above. Robert Julian Jr. SN65 When 65 and 03 collide |
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In article >, Robert Julian Jr. wrote:
> http://www.horsepowered.com/forums/s...6&page=1&pp=20 > http://www.chicagosvt.com/forums/sho...4&page=1&pp=25 > http://forums.stangnet.com/showthrea...8&page=1&pp=25 > http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...5&page=1&pp=25 > http://www.mustangworld.com/forums/s...0&page=1&pp=25 A simple little question.... how will this car be registered? As the '03 cobra? The '65 mustang? A home built? Just curious how to handle something like this with the state of IL. I would guess as the '65 would be the prefered one for emissions testing and all. |
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> > http://www.horsepowered.com/forums/s...6&page=1&pp=20
> > http://www.chicagosvt.com/forums/sho...4&page=1&pp=25 > > http://forums.stangnet.com/showthrea...8&page=1&pp=25 > > http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...5&page=1&pp=25 > > http://www.mustangworld.com/forums/s...0&page=1&pp=25 > > > A simple little question.... how will this car be registered? As the '03 > cobra? The '65 mustang? A home built? Just curious how to handle > something like this with the state of IL. > > I would guess as the '65 would be the prefered one for emissions testing > and all. I will be registering it as a 65 for a number of reasons. 1) no emission testing (even though the car will pass all current standards) 2) Vehical tax puroses. Taxes on older cars are much less than newer modles, that is if I ever move to California. 3) If I am ever pulled over by the federalies, at least the car will look like a 65. I would not like to spend the night in jail as they try and figure out what the hell happened to the 03 Cobra. :-) 4) Antique car insurance and registaration are much cheeper for a 65 than regular insurance and registration for the 03. 5) It is much easier to retag a 65 than an 03. The 65 really does not have a VIN plate, so there is no need to have the state come in and retag the car along with all the explanations (these people are kind of hard to reason with especially on special vehicals that fall outside the normal couse of their daily grind). Add on top of that, that it is much cooler owning a 65 fastback than an 03 Cobra (nothing against the 03, but really...) I really can't wait to hit the car shows next year and see the expressions of passerbys as they try and figure out exacly what we have done. Bob 65 Fastback SN65 Project car |
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Hi All,
Got a bit more finished ove the past week. Follow the links for photos and details. Bob > > > http://www.horsepowered.com/forums/s...6&page=1&pp=20 > > > http://www.chicagosvt.com/forums/sho...4&page=1&pp=25 > > > http://forums.stangnet.com/showthrea...8&page=1&pp=25 > > > http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...5&page=1&pp=25 > > > http://www.mustangworld.com/forums/s...0&page=1&pp=25 SNIP... |
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Robert Julian Jr. wrote: > (bill) wrote in message >... > > That's right, SN65. I know many of you are probably still bitter over the > > whole Horsepowered fiasco but, the "SN65 project car" thread is a must read. > > The amount of work going into the project, along with the planning is just > > amazing. > SNIP... > > Hi Bill > > I have just posted some updates to the misc forums. If you would like > to see other comments and photos follow the following links... The > people on Stangnet have been very helpful and raised some interesting > points. > > http://www.horsepowered.com/forums/s...6&page=1&pp=20 > http://www.chicagosvt.com/forums/sho...4&page=1&pp=25 > http://forums.stangnet.com/showthrea...8&page=1&pp=25 > http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...5&page=1&pp=25 > http://www.mustangworld.com/forums/s...0&page=1&pp=25 > > A question has come up in regard to "how stiff is it" and "can it be > to stiff". I was always under the assumption that the chassis (we are > talking about the chassis here) could never be to stiff. I have > posted some photos showing that the chassis has zero deflection when > supported at three of the four corners. Also, I have posted some > photos showing the rear torque box reinforcement plates and supporting > braces. > > Can I make this chassis to stiff??? > > Bob > 65 Fastback Hi Bill I have just posted some updates to the misc forums. If you would like to see comments and photos follow the following links... The project is comming along nicely. http://www.chicagosvt.com/forums/sho...4&page=1&pp=25 http://forums.stangnet.com/showthrea...8&page=1&pp=25 http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...5&page=1&pp=25 http://www.mustangworld.com/forums/s...0&page=1&pp=25 |
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Hi Bill
I have just posted some updates to the misc forums. If you would like to see comments and photos follow the following links... The project is comming along nicely. We have photos of the trial fit of the dash. How do you like the look of the 03 dash in the 65 fastback? I think it looks right at home there. http://forums.stangnet.com/showthrea...8&page=1&pp=25 http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...34855&page=1&p... Bob |
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Bob,
Hopefully you don't think I'm "one of those typical AOHell A-holes." I've been following your progress I'm just more of a lurker than a poster. Believe it or not, I'm one of the last computer/internet holdouts and only have access at work. Hell, it wasn't until a month ago that those cell phone *******s finally convinced me to sign my life away..... ;-P Anyway, just finished checking out the updated threads at Horsepowered and once again I am awed. The project is really coming along and the interior is really gonna shock people when they open they door! It amazes me that you've done an infinitely more complicated project than the mild resto-mod paint and body work I paid for, and yet MY project dragged on for 3 years and you haven't celebrated your first anniversary yet. It should also be noted that even though my guy did good, quality work it was nowhere near the quality you've been putting into your car. If you and the car ever go on the road on any kind of tour you've got to let us know what the schedule is! bill |
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Hi Bill,
We are shooting for the "big un-veiling" at this years Hot Rod Power Tour. We should have the car on the road in May and tuned up & ready to go on the first leg of the week long PT on June 4th. Maybe we will see you there. For a better choice than HP, check out the threads on the following links http://eleanor.pro3i.com/showthread....8&page=1&pp=25 http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...5&page=1&pp=25 Bob |
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