New project--Modern twist to a `65 Coupe

Starboy · January 12th, 2008, 11:56 AM

I've been in and out of the site for a while now, but have a feeling it's time to jump back in. I just bought a `65 Coupe that had most of the rust in the floors replaced and has no engine. 3sp, driveshaft, rear are in place, but honestly I've had an urge to do the modern twist to the gal.

I'm just finishing up a Factory Five Cobra that I installed a `99 Cobra drivetrain in with the IRS so it gave me a bug I can't shake. I know I might get a good bit of heat from people that like original restorations, but who cares? My intension is to take the old rear suspension out and put the IRS chassis I have laying around from my old build (from `99 Cobra). This aong with cutting out the front shock towers and putting in the infamous Mustang II front suspension dropping in a 4.6L/trans set up.

I'd like to be a bit budget conscious, but after building the Cobra I know how budgets get blown out of the water.

I've been doing my own research on the processes, but I know from experience that there's a lot of good advice out there and all you need to do is ask. Hopefully you guys can provide some good direction. I'm going to need it.

GTsetGO · January 12th, 2008, 11:59 AM

that's what we are here for. ask away and we will answer

Starboy · January 12th, 2008, 11:28 PM

I'm looking for some info on front and rear IRS on the Gen1 Mustangs and maybe some links on the build. I've found a few sites that promote their own products to use the 99-03 Cobra IRS and the Mustang II front suspension to open up the front end for big blocks, but would like a little input from those that have gone through the pains from a personal perspective.
I'm looking for others that have done these mods or other options if there are any.

BWAL · January 12th, 2008, 11:30 PM

do you have any pics of your factory five? me and my dad have been talking about building a factory five..

cprstreetmachines · January 13th, 2008, 12:40 PM

Mustang 2 suspension is great if you just want room but the other suspensions that are out there will be much better.

check out AJEracing.com.

I have some progress pictures from an install going on as we speak on my website then go to forums, then to projects. There is also pictures on the pictures link of a job we did over 6 months ago.

Richard

Starboy · January 14th, 2008, 04:46 PM

The FFR was a great experience. I was going to post some pics earlier, but I had to have a few posts before they would allow pics.

zers · January 14th, 2008, 08:41 PM

Now, I have an erection. Sexy.

68pony · January 15th, 2008, 11:32 PM

Originally Posted by zers

Now, I have an erection. Sexy.

X2.

And to go back to your comments about original restorations, I only like them when everything on the car is original.

65coupe · January 16th, 2008, 03:56 AM

Originally Posted by Starboy

The FFR was a great experience. I was going to post some pics earlier, but I had to have a few posts before they would allow pics.

I like that...but wouldn't you get wet if it rained?? (like it seems to be doing here EVERY DAY)

zers · January 16th, 2008, 01:51 PM

no way, the sexiness in that car creates an anti rain bubble around it, so you never get wet!

nba1341 · January 16th, 2008, 06:52 PM

my panties are wet

January 12th, 2008, 11:56 AM	#1
Starboy Newbie Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 4 iTrader: 0 reviews	New project--Modern twist to a `65 Coupe I've been in and out of the site for a while now, but have a feeling it's time to jump back in. I just bought a `65 Coupe that had most of the rust in the floors replaced and has no engine. 3sp, driveshaft, rear are in place, but honestly I've had an urge to do the modern twist to the gal. I'm just finishing up a Factory Five Cobra that I installed a `99 Cobra drivetrain in with the IRS so it gave me a bug I can't shake. I know I might get a good bit of heat from people that like original restorations, but who cares? My intension is to take the old rear suspension out and put the IRS chassis I have laying around from my old build (from `99 Cobra). This aong with cutting out the front shock towers and putting in the infamous Mustang II front suspension dropping in a 4.6L/trans set up. I'd like to be a bit budget conscious, but after building the Cobra I know how budgets get blown out of the water. I've been doing my own research on the processes, but I know from experience that there's a lot of good advice out there and all you need to do is ask. Hopefully you guys can provide some good direction. I'm going to need it.

January 12th, 2008, 11:59 AM	#2
GTsetGO Cigar Assassin 2004 Mustang GT 12.88 @ 112 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: A Galaxy Far, Far Away Posts: 14,083 iTrader: 10 reviews	that's what we are here for. ask away and we will answer __________________ Cigar Samplers for Sale 2008 Acura TL-S - 2008 Honda Pilot EX-SE - 2008 Cain F Big Bear Paradox

January 12th, 2008, 11:30 PM	#4
BWAL MSTRB8N & MDR8N 2021 Mustang V15 Quad Turbo with nawz Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: On The Shaft Posts: 19,659 Blog Entries: 2 iTrader: 4 reviews	do you have any pics of your factory five? me and my dad have been talking about building a factory five.. __________________ MM 1 am boner crew Cars and mod list in garage i like veiny meat sliding between my buttcheeks

January 14th, 2008, 08:41 PM	#7
zers Regular 1965 Coupe Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Oregon Posts: 356 iTrader: 0 reviews	Now, I have an erection. Sexy. __________________

January 16th, 2008, 01:51 PM	#10
zers Regular 1965 Coupe Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Oregon Posts: 356 iTrader: 0 reviews	no way, the sexiness in that car creates an anti rain bubble around it, so you never get wet! __________________

January 12th, 2008, 11:28 PM	#3
Starboy Newbie Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 4 iTrader: 0 reviews	I'm looking for some info on front and rear IRS on the Gen1 Mustangs and maybe some links on the build. I've found a few sites that promote their own products to use the 99-03 Cobra IRS and the Mustang II front suspension to open up the front end for big blocks, but would like a little input from those that have gone through the pains from a personal perspective. I'm looking for others that have done these mods or other options if there are any.

January 13th, 2008, 12:40 PM	#5
cprstreetmachines Regular Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 52 iTrader: 0 reviews	Mustang 2 suspension is great if you just want room but the other suspensions that are out there will be much better. check out AJEracing.com. I have some progress pictures from an install going on as we speak on my website then go to forums, then to projects. There is also pictures on the pictures link of a job we did over 6 months ago. Richard

January 14th, 2008, 04:46 PM	#6
Starboy Newbie Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 4 iTrader: 0 reviews	The FFR was a great experience. I was going to post some pics earlier, but I had to have a few posts before they would allow pics.

January 16th, 2008, 06:52 PM	#11
nba1341 Banned 1965 Mustang Fastback Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Los Angeles, Cal Posts: 24,982 Posts: 2,194 iTrader: 0 reviews	my panties are wet __________________ I'm a good boy now. [COLOR=red][B]slow car club - crew member 7 of 9 [COLOR=White]Mood: Cool :cool: [/COLOR][/B] [/COLOR]

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