Factory Five Build Introduction
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- Опубликовано: 21 авг 2024
- When viewer Malcolm Marsh reached out and asked me to build his Factory Five Cobra replica, I was a bit reluctant at first, but the more I thought about it, the more I wanted to do it.
Eventually we worked things out, and Malcolm brought me this Factory Five Mk II that was partially completed by its previous owner that passed away. To say I have my work cut out for me is something of an understatement. It’s one thing to build a kit car when it’s new, it’s something else entirely to take on the project after it was half completed and sitting in a garage for several years, but I’m up for the challenge, and looking forward to it.
I’m going to start by getting the body off the car and having a closer look at what I’m dealing with. After that, I’ll make a parts list and a plan, then, present it to Malcolm. Once I get that sorted, I’ll start making videos of the project.
I hope you stick around to see the progress as I bring this kit car to life. Stay tuned.
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Always wanted to see one of these & the build process. This should be a great series!
Yep, right when I saw the the thumbnail I thought, this should be a home run.
Back in the days when Discovery Channel produced great shows there was an English series that was called a car is born with Mark Evans that followed him step by step building a AC Cobra replica. I always wanted to build my own after that :)
looking forward to following this build!
If Factory Five wants some great PR, they'll be contacting Eric about this and seeing how they can help.
I built one of these and even the most recent iteration that you can buy know has barely changed. Simple. There is a huge support community for building these things. We are very nice. :)
YES YES YES!!!!! I had a co-worker that did a Factory 5 Cobra 427...I wanted one ever since. I know it will never happen, but now I can live vicariously through you.
Yes, Shelby did file suit, mainly because they didn't ask him for permission. He even said in an old interview "I love that they made this, but instead of asking for permission, they begged for forgiveness"...or something to that effect...
100%!!!! I am going to buy a kit for my father and I in the next year or so. As his retirement project with me and my son.... Can't wait to see this develop so I can learn the issues.
1. Weld in a jack/lift support
Those front supports 😳😬. Don’t want to see any “after” pictures!
I was actually thinking of making a modified lift pad with an extension on it. Need to find steel thick enough though.
@@ericthecarguy PLEASE!!! I foresee that slipping off the front and destroying it if not!!! Sketchy!!!
@@BAMAJiPS thats nowhere near as sketchy as you think. i lift trucks like that all the time
@@zombieblaster5754 YOUCH!! That's one thing I dont skimp on - I've seen trucks fall off of lifts more than once, and my buddy's uncle died when a vehicle fell on him and crushed him... I've always taken extra steps when it comes to lifting/jacking a vehicle - I'm not a Safety Sally, but this is one area that makes me nervous!!
This is like Christmas a month early
There's a huge support community out there for these builds, Eric. Don't hesitate to ask, either here or on the FFCARS or Factory Five forums.
Also, reach out to Jeff Kleiner near you for the body/paint.
I cried a little bit when I saw the auto.
Carroll's personal cobra was an auto
Always wanted to build a kit car Cobra. Will be intently watching this build.
Fantastic news. As with other commenters here, I've also wanted to see a build in depth, and with ETCG I know we'll get a great overview. Celebrate!
When I went to school for Automotive technology, we built a Factory Five cobra and it is amazing. If a few students that barely know what they are doing then someone that is experienced and has built a fox body build then you are more than capable.
A real Shelby cobra has been a dream car of mine since I was a kid.
This is definitely a win win for EricTheCarGuy. First, he gets to work on this amazing kit car. Second, he is probably getting paid good money to do it. Third, the increase revenue from RUclips will definitely be nice. Fourth, he is helping a fellow car lover get his dream car rolling down the road.
Not taking any money from the owner, I'm just happy to have the car to build on my channel. Thanks for the comment.
Im building a Factory Five 33 Hot Rod. Great company and endless results. Its just amazing how a 33 Hot Rod performs like a modern Mustang. Built, not Bought. Thats the best part.
Hell yea Eric, this is exactly the kind of stuff I like watching on your channel. I'm excited to follow your build
I built mine in 2005, sold it in 2015. I still regret selling it. Life happens. Its a labor of love.
Doing something like that has always intrigued me.
A kit car... Truly a test of persistence and motivation... On the surface level it seems relatively simple... The devil is in the details... Good luck and looking forward to seeing more!!!
True. Any project I've ever built, the last 5% is always the toughest. Thanks for the comment.
There aren't too many cars as sexy as the old Factory Five Cobras. This is going to be too cool. Rock on Eric!
I can't wait to watch this build! I have always loved these kit cars!!!
On the windshield side supports make sure you use the short SS screws or you'll brake the glass. The (Crack ) on the top of the fender is the mold parting flange.
Many years ago, Ferrari’s owner said something about the Jaguar E type within these lines: “This is the most beautiful car I have seen or ever made” or something within those lines. Well, I think the cobra was introduced about the same time. To me, and it is just my opinion, the Cobra was the most beautiful thing at the time. And it is still a stunning car to look at. Just look at that car. If you are in UK and if you know Beaulieu National Motor Museum, they have a blue AC cobra on display. Every time I visit Beaulieu Museum I take a few minutes to look at this car. Absolutely stunning. Really look forward for this project.
I did a double take when I saw the thumbnail. This is one of my dream cars and I can't wait to see the progress you make on it.
I’m sensing Monday’s etcg1 video topic: don’t buy someone else’s project. That being said, this is going to be awesome
First, crazy but good! Thanks for the years of great content
Dream car when it's done. Good luck!
That "crack" on the fender is NOT a crack. The earlier Factory Fives were notoriously bad with their mold seams. It will take a lot of digging and filling to get it right (that's the fun, isn't it?).
Looking forward to following your build.
I'm a fan of your Honda stuff but this will be epic to see this abandoned kit car finally get put together!
It will be neat to see it come together atleast the owner know its in good hands . Cause u eric are gonna make it look amazing when its done
All the yes. I had a customer call me out to work on one of these and I had never heard of them. I wish more guys would do factory five builds.
This will be a fun project for you Eric and I look forward to seeing the progress. Thanks for the video.
Wow!!!! Such a fun project! Totally jealous!
Saw it as soon as it uploaded. Excited to watch it
For a short minute there, i genuinely thought, this was Mustie1's channel and was wondering why in the heck he didn't give me cake. Then, all the cylinders started firing and i realized.
Realized that this is going to be awesome. I know you got burned from all the old builds, but i for one missed your builds, so this is going to be fun.
One word. Awesome.
Vintage Air -- they will *definitely* be able to get you something that fits in that car. Jay Leno uses it for all of his cars that he puts A/C into, and I almost put one into my '68 Galaxie. The only reason I didn't is that I ran out of money and A/C was the first thing I had to cut from the build. They ain't cheap, but they're damn good from everything I've read and heard about them.
Hey Eric, you helped me alot to build my SBF 347 stroker from the block up with no experience. It was part of my FFR MK4 build. It's awesome you decided to do this project. I have mine to liscence and titled. Waiting for body and paint this spring.
Will be a great series to watch! As you know all too well, one of the worst things is picking up a project half way through!! But we know your the guy to get it finished.
I'll watch this series with interest Eric. I also picked up a 427 Cobra kit in similar finish a year ago of which the previous owner also died before he finished it. Just got it onto my shop and on one of my hoists for a winter project. Has a narrowed 9" ford with 15x13.5 tires, 4 wheel disc, coilovers, aftermarket Mustang ii front. Building a 408W stroker, Tremec TKO 600 etc.
RAD, will be keeping an eye on this.
Was initially hoping for the mid-engine kit that goes with a boxer engine, but this has far exceeded what I was hoping to see after work! Can't wait to see more from you, Sir.
3:21 Putting a glass body on a Fiero is a kitcar that's still a fiero underneath. This is a tube frame roadster that is most often assembled with some ford suspension and drivetrain components. ...although it does appear to be one that was stored underwater.
Great! Enjoyed the fairmont and dads truck build. Cant wait to see what you guys decide on.
That’s what I’m talking about. Can’t wait for the video set you develop.
I'm going to add another comment in regards to the cracked fiberglass you pointed out. That part is one of the mold parting lines and yes, as you mentioned it should be filled with a fiberglass mix. These bodies were made of vinyl ester and should be filled with a vinyl ester fiberglass mix. 3M does make a marine mix that most of us have used. Lots of history on those parting lines on ffcars.com.
Thanks again for the info.
Oh man,
I can just sit down knowing it has a primo suspension, transmission, brake and engine package that just blows the dozen head of hairs blowing in the wind. Good Project Car Guy...
Very cool!! Looking forward to the build!
Looking forward to seeing this series
I built my Factory Five in 2006, FFR4277K. Blue with white stripes, lots of fun. It is actually the car in my profile pic. Enjoy the build. 👍🇺🇸😎
Like all of your videos, I will definitely be watching & waiting for the progress😉
It's awesome to see you take another project car & share the knowledge with us👍
Stay Safe👍
This is gonna be awesome
Looking forward to this series. Starting to think that cars sat for a bit 🤣
I had a red one of these with a Ford Fe and Toploader about 15 years ago. Somebody tried to break in the shop and take it in the middle of the night. They failed. Cool project indeed. Kit cars are great !
Hey Eric, this looks like you are going to have a blast! Thanks for bringing us along for the ride. Can’t wait to see the videos and a running car!
I watched every bit of your first two builds, gonna be watching this one too!
Dude, been subscribed for months. This build is going to be Amazing. Looking forward to it!
I'll be watching the series!
man can't wait for this series of videos.
I built an FFR Daytona Coupe. Don’t expect much from the instructions. Internet forums are the best resource. Good luck! Also 1990 5.0 HO pistons are tough TRW forged. Typically, honing, and new rings and your good to go as long as the taper is reasonable.
Looking forward to watching this build! Hoping the owner opts for engine mods and beautification bits to make opening the hood a delight.
YES YES YES!
I remember I asked you to build a kitcar and film it! You then started Fairmont instead.
Can't wait!!
Looking forward to this build
Oh I’m gonna be watching. Can’t wait.
Look forward to seeing how it goes
Always wanted to build me one of these, they are so cool, totally in for this build
This is going to be cool. My Stepdad built one within the past couple years. Thanks for the awesome content Eric!
Kit cars are cool. This should be a fun watch.
I worked across the street from factory 5 they got some pretty cool shit
I hope we get a lot of videos of you building this car. I hope to see it when it's 100% done.
Looking forward to this video series!
Good luck Eric, will be waiting for uploads.
Really looking forward to this series!
Haven't seen his channel in about 3 years. Glad to see you still cranking those videos
The original factory five boxes were packed to go along with the instruction manual for the build. So you open box #1 and build. You get to a point where box #1 is empty and move to box #2. Be VERY, VERY, VERY, VERY careful with the screws for the wind wings and visors or you will crack the windshield. I have a cracked one along with the nice styrofoam holder you can have.....I'm one state from you. The Mark 2 has a dropped driver side foot box and adjustable door hinges. If you don't know, Factory Five is in Wareham, MA, so only a day drive from you. I built a Mark 1.5 back in 1999, so this car is very familiar to me. It's like building a lego.
Awesome. Thank you for that info.
I'm excited to see this come together man!
A Cobra?! Yes please!
Oh yes. All the way.
You got my attention! Good project.
That's awesome, I've always wanted to build one of their daytona coupe kits w/ a 427
Always wanted such car!
Oh I’m gonna watch this build!
This will be a great series of videos.
Really excited for this series. I enjoy the heck out of kit cars. Would love to see more in the future, maybe something like the DF Goblin
This is going to be my favorite series- subscribed! Please don't make this look too easy or I'm going to have to try this myself...
I LOVE IT!!!!!! Eric is going to build a Factory Five car!!!!! Here's one video series I can't wait for. Lincoln motor? Scrap it. Pull the body, clean and paint the frame, and that rear axle needs to be removed and gone through and cleaned up. I'd start all over again.....this thing is a mess.
Man, this is gonna be good! I can't wait to see this baby take shape. A brand new project that we can all be a part of - great ideas, great content, great company. Still the best on RUclips.
Thank you! I am looking forward to this one. I've always had a desire to build one. It's the next step toward building a car from the ground up. I hope to do that one day as well. Always great to see you. Have a great weekend.
This is going to be an awesome project
I don't know Eric, you may want one of these for yourself after building one. Looking forward to Project Factory Five content in the near future. Very cool for sure.
I just stumbled across this video and was looking forward to binge watching the series.... Then I noticed it was uploaded today! I guess I’ll have to wait. Until then I’ll enjoy your back catalogue of videos.
There are a couple more series linked in the description if you're looking for something to watch in the mean time. Thanks for the comment.
Nice project. I believe the donor used was actually an 87-90 Lincoln mark 7. The accessory brackets, AOD, shifter handle, 5-lug, wheels and rear disk brakes are clues. Those rear disks are the Mark 7 style. Some slight differences, but essentially a Mustang.
Yea, they're both fox bodies. Since I've already built one, I have an idea of what I'm in for. Thanks for the comment and input.
@@ericthecarguy What was the conclusion for this project? Did it ever get completed? Curious how it turned out.
I'm 90% done building a factory five mk4! Amazing to see you working on one. The Fairmont project helped me a lot with the factory five. Let me know if you have any questions and I'll be glad to try and help!
should be a fun blind build - i hope? looking forward to more! thanks for the share mate.
Gonna like this build...
Vintage air makes a compact system. Not sure if it's compact enough, but it's one of your best shots
"This thing sat for a bit" ... Story of my life.
Cool project!
Awsome. The Fairmont project was great and im sure this will be too.
Many of the things I learned building that car will apply to this one since the donor vehicle is a fox body. Thanks for the comment.
This will be great. I have been watching your videos for some time and used your help to rebuild my t5 and 8.8 for my FFR!
This looks like it's going to be very interesting and fun. Good choice for a video series.
AWESOME! I would love to build one of those someday.
I hope a company comes along and donates parts for this project to help the owner out. That would be sweet!