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SBDave
05-30-2012, 02:29 PM
Just came across this:

http://www.factoryfive.com/kits/project-818/

I love the idea. Anyone have experience with FF?

-Dave
SnakeEater
05-30-2012, 02:37 PM
The design looks sweet, probably gonna be extremely popular. I would guess that Subaru components may a little harder to find and possibly more expensive in the long run versus the Cobra and Mustang parts. Either way, I like it.:thumbsup:
Ketzer
05-30-2012, 02:56 PM
I think it's a great idea! I drive a Scooby as my daily so I can attest to their durability. I think you would be surprised at the reasonable prices for parts.
FactoryFive has the rep of a top notch company. They've been doing these types of projects for a while.

RCR is doing something similar using a Talon/Eclipse base car.
http://www.gt40s.com/forum/rcr-forum-rcr40-slc-p4-mkiv/36893-superlite-gta.html
sik68
05-30-2012, 03:31 PM
I have a wrx as my DD also....I guess I'll have a use for it in a few more years after all!
HotRod68Camaro
05-30-2012, 05:25 PM
The design of both cars looks great, but i definitely prefer the subaru platform vs. talon/eclipse.
John510
05-30-2012, 05:50 PM
FF is a great company. Id love to build a 33 roadster one day.
Musclerodz
05-30-2012, 07:51 PM
I think it's a great idea! I drive a Scooby as my daily so I can attest to their durability. I think you would be surprised at the reasonable prices for parts.
FactoryFive has the rep of a top notch company. They've been doing these types of projects for a while.

RCR is doing something similar using a Talon/Eclipse base car.
http://www.gt40s.com/forum/rcr-forum-rcr40-slc-p4-mkiv/36893-superlite-gta.html

I would not have an Eclipse base kit. Had one years ago and probably the biggest POS I have ever owned.

The FF kit looks like it will be scary fast, and excellent donor car choice with plenty of aftermarket support.
Sti_Guy
05-30-2012, 08:34 PM
Wish it could be configured for AWD, I really like the body lines.
Matt@BOS
05-30-2012, 08:41 PM
I would not have an Eclipse base kit. Had one years ago and probably the biggest POS I have ever owned.

The FF kit looks like it will be scary fast, and excellent donor car choice with plenty of aftermarket support.

That Eclipse based car just sounds funny to me too. However, I know Fran, and I don't think he will be capable of building a slow car. I'm curious how kit car(ish) it is going to feel when it is done though, both are aiming for pretty low price points, and I still think it will be hard to make some really solid and fast at that price point.

Matt
elitecustombody
05-31-2012, 06:07 AM
Should have designed it around AWD EVO
NOPANTS68
05-31-2012, 03:38 PM
Should have designed it around AWD EVO

That would be sick.

I have a F5 roadster that I finished a couple seasons ago. There's tons of support for anything they put out as well as some pretty deep forum aids as well. When I had my car painted, I was able to compare its frame against 3 competitive kits. It was obvious that the F5 was designed to perform and not just pose. It's the only kit I'd do again.