1969 Mustang GT2 project

[CptKlutz]

This is a rendering of how the build will look incl. some "artistic freedom". Not sure if we shave driprails and door handles yet (budget!).
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/05/zvthansMustangfrproof4_med-1.jpg

GT2 is for "Gran Tourismo" (in the italian original sense) and Turbo. Some highlights of the parts list, not all parts are final yet as we're only about half way through the shopping:

Ford SB 363 stroker, World Products block, all forged & hyd. roller, 0 balance, Diamond pistons
Single turbo T-76, intercooler
Big Stuff 3 ECU
BBK SSI-R intake
T-56 trans from Pro Motion, McLeod RXT clutch, hydraulic
AJE front coil over struts w/adjustable A-arms, improved roadrace K-member, double adj. Koni's, manual rack & pinion
13" Cobra brakes, 4-piston Brembo calipers
FAB9 9" rear & TrueTrac, TCP leaf spring kit, adj. Varishocks
TCP torque arm & Panhard bar
11.65" Cobra brakes rear
18" Shelby CS56 wheels
Toyo R888 rubber, 265/35 and 315/30
Speedhut gauges
69 Deluxe interior, black
ProCar leather seats
Rollcage & Simpson harness

To answer some obvious questions right of the bat:
Front suspension: why struts and not UCA / LCA and strut rods? To make room and save weight up front. The AJE front K-member and A-arm setup will save a LOT of weight and make it possible to shave the shock towers to make room for the turbo install. Down under RRS is doing good on the track with strut suspension for Mustangs.
Rear suspension: TCP gBar and EvM 3-link is all the rage for Mustangs so why leaf springs? To be different and to show that it can work! This is a 50/50 street and road race build and the leafs, torque arm and panhard will do a great job if suspension travel is kept small.
Brakes: why no Wilwood 6-piston? Kill or overkill? It's not about bragging rights but selecting the right hammer for the job. Also there IS a budget! ;)

Builder is CPR Streetmachines, engine by Total Performance (of recent Obsidian fame). Both in San Diego.

I'll keep the updates coming, right now it's just a very nice rust free primered shell while we wait for the suspension parts and work on the engine.

[Code Red]

liking the concept good luck with it

[LMDGUY]

nice.. get to building!

[mach1stang]

I don't know about shaving the drip rails the quarter windows on the 69 stangs are pretty inset and don't look real clean with out the trim. I am really looking forward to watching this build as I am doing a 69 fastback but with more of a pro street look.

[mach1stang]

Ohh and you have the same two tone idea that my dad and I have, but we are talking about doing a silver and carbon fiber two tone.

[James OLC]

Very cool. I love those cars. Good luck.

[Restomod]

ME likey!!! Keep us updated!

[ZVT]

Hans and I are still working on this few more colors to try and a rear view as well.Should be a really great looking ride when done!!!

Thanks for pointing out the qtr windows I totally overlooked them.LOL:firefire:

I'll send you a proof of the rear view monday or tuesday hans

[CptKlutz]

No worries Zee, the guys are plenty busy disassembling and building engine. Looking forward to the other color schemes though green will be hard to beat!

[Rybar]

That is going to be a killer stang. Love the rendering.

[CptKlutz]

Just a quick shot of the car out of the shop. Don't mind the wheels, they're just for rolling around (for sale btw). Waiting for the AJE front suspension, will probably do the 8pt roll-bar in the meantime.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/th_hans69fbdy3-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/hans69fbdy3.jpg)

[Ron S]

Cool project,I love the cars in the roughed in, bare metal stage.Ron

[mach1stang]

Wow your car is so much cleaner then mine, we are having to replace both quarters, two full door shells, tail panel, and both valance panels.... Wanna trade lol.

[DarkBuddha]

I'll be watching this as well... very exciting stuff. BTW, mach1stang, don't feel too bad... I had to do both front shock towers, full floors, front and rear torque boxes, a pillars, trunk floor, taillight panel, both rear quarters, inner and outer wheel housings, new hood, rear valence, and some odd patches. I got a steal and paid a local Mustang restoration shop (does MCA Gold show cars and all) $4500 for all the work. It helps to pay cash!

[CptKlutz]

Ha, the shot above is AFTER! This one had a lot of new metal as well. Rear qtrs, inner wheelwell, floors, rear valance, tailpanel and what not. Completely clean now though. :cheers:

[mach1stang]

That makes feel alittle better, but I did not list all the other stuff we are re-doing, all new floors, new firewall, new cage, and I know there is alot more. Any ways it is really cool that the 69 and 70 mustangs are starting to get some more attention, it seemed to be nothing but 67 and 68 stangs because of the elanore look.

[ZVT]

The plans for the rear view are so bad ass.:cool: :6gears: :drive2:

I love doing jobs like this cus I know they are gonna be beat on as it was meant to be:hammer:

[My427stang]

Looks great to me!

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[CptKlutz]

Zee finished the rear rendering!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/zvthansMustangrearfinal1280-1.jpg

The centered exhaust is a challenge but we're splitting the tank partly to get it up there. Tank is getting baffles and dual sumps as well. The exhaust will be a single 3" from the downpipe and then split into 2*2½" under the tank.

Not much progress on actual car but a lot of parts are on the way. T-56 tranny, McLeod clutch, flywheel, hydr. throwout bearing etc. is coming next week from Pro Motion Powertrain. The AJE front coil over setup should be ready the week after and I was in San Diego over the weekend to talk to CPR Streetmachines about a zillion details and go over the engine with Total Performance. Opting for tool steel rings amongst other details.

[CptKlutz]

Been a while since I posted but it's moving along. Most of the parts are now in, long wait for some of it as usual...
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[CptKlutz]

Making room up front. It's a 8.2" deck 363 DART stroker but still nice with more room for the headers to go forward and meet the turbo. The donor car was actually very nice as can be seen, not much to clean up and the driveline (420W w/Toploader) has been transplanted into another coupe of mine.

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[CptKlutz]

Engine is starting to come together. DART block with 4.125 bore, 8.2" deck. Diamond pistons, Eagle forged stroker kit, CamMotion custom solid roller turbo cam with low duration, good lift, 114° lobe separation. Vic Jr heads are getting a mild port job + matching.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/10/th_2008_1011_1949102-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2008_1011_1949102.jpg)

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[badbu68]

Renderings look great! Looking forward to more progress pics!

[oestek]

Man that is an awesome looking car. I love the colors, the 2-tone break, the wheel choice... it's a 10. Great renderings, too. I'm starting to sound like Paula Abdul, but I really like the car!

[MZ 500]

I will be watching this project I like the rendering. I say keep the door handels. I also like how the rear spoiler is mounted kind of a mix of old look and new tech.

[syborg tt]

Not sure how i missed this thread - great looking project

subscribed :geek:

[CptKlutz]

Thanks!
Door handles are staying BTW as well as drip rails. Difficult to keep the balance between old and modern, but door poppers are too much I decided.

[Flash68]

Bad ass renderings and project!

[CptKlutz]

Some more progress. Pumpkin done with gears and Truetrac, rear end is up, K-member test fitted up front, trunk lock and antenna hole deleted.
Engine and T56 are next! :yeah:

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[WS6]

awesomeness

[CptKlutz]

Progress pics! This time the 363 long block and T-56 tranny being test fitted. Had a fault in the World block casting and one ear broke off with very low torque on the tranny-to-block bolt! :confused: Welded back in place, NP warranty by Total Performance.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/th_2008_1117_043429-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2008_1117_043429.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/11/th_2008_1118_022922-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2008_1118_022922.jpg)

Also have the subframe connectors welded into the floors. Once connected to the 8 point roll bar this is going to be VERY stiff! :woot:
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[modularboy]

this is gonna be 1 cool car once its finished, love the ideas that are going into this thing..

that AJE K-Member , is that specially for a 69-70 Mustang, or is it for a foxbody or SN-95 or something like that?

once i had a brainwave thinking about the same thing..

just throw a K-member from a SN_95 under there with the struts..

[Neil B]

The rendering looks great. Very cool project.

[CptKlutz]

...that AJE K-Member , is that specially for a 69-70 Mustang, or is it for a foxbody or SN-95 or something like that?
...

Thanks!
And AJE Racing makes the K-member specifically for 64-66 and 67-70 Mustangs. http://www.ajeracing.com/64-70Mustang.php

[jvike]

Nice, I like it!

[CptKlutz]

Got the rear wheels back from Vaughns Machine in LA, widened from the standard S197 9.5" to 11". Really nice work and very little weight needed to balance it out. Looks good on there too (ride height not set in these pics).
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Front suspension taking shape:
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Engine mocked up with the shiny stuff:
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Rear spoiler repositioned to where it might actually do some good:
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Turbo showed up. 80mm wheel, framing is T6 and the A/R is 1.32. 44 lbs of forced fun!
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3 surplus emblems, hobby knife & black epoxy - and too much time:
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[jaybee]

Great thread, I've been watching enthusiasically. I like the relocated rear spoiler. Not only because it "might actually do some good" but because it's a subtle change that makes the car look different, but someone might not realize why.

[cantvalve16]

Did you make your subframe connectors? If so, out of what?

[CptKlutz]

Jaybee, thats my style too. Stylish and subtle, true to the original.

The subframe is just cut from 1.5 x 2.5" .120 wall", welded shut with a plate in the ends.

I finished the main gauge section of the cluster. Took the original lenses out alltogether as I need access to buttons on the gauge faces. Gauges are Speedhut Revolution and they fit PERFECT! They are screwed in but also sealed with a thin bead of clear silicone to keep them from vibrating loose. The aluminum plate shown was drilled after the pics were taken and mounted to the back of the cluster with 5 screws:
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[Restomod]

MAN those gauges are THIN!!! I hate my Autometer Phantoms after seeing this.......

[thumper777]

MAN those gauges are THIN!!! I hate my Autometer Phantoms after seeing this.......

ha, ditto!

[CptKlutz]

Turbo, front fenders rolled around a 5/16" rod, and the ride height finally set:
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[EBMC]

Looking good! nice to see some more 69/70 body styles!

[CptKlutz]

Working on the turbo setup and the carbon parts, both takes a loooong time before it looks like anything at all.

Engine is back in and moved way back and down, no issues clearing the hood:
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Turbo placement is done and the helper bracket taking most of its weight is in, 5" DP being mocked up:
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Next is the hot side with each header going all the way to the T6 flange (no merge).

I'll post some pics of the carbon work in a couple of days, it's all work 1-2 hours, wait 12 hrs to dry/harden/cure. :injured:

So to get some instant results I mounted my Oregon Scientific actioncam on my helmet. Simple click on off mount that comes in the camera kit, now epoxy/glassed to the helmet. Needs a bit of finish + some black sealer:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/th_DSC_0001-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/DSC_0001.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/th_DSC_0003-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/DSC_0003.jpg)

[Ron S]

Love the stance,wow that is a big ass turbo!!Ron

[BMF Machine]

:eek: 5 inch down PipE! Love the LookS and the UpdateS, never too many picS!

[CptKlutz]

Downpipe or drainpipe, not sure any more... :)

Rear tires are 315's and needed a little more room at the front. They just clear the leaf springs and rolled fender lip without pulling the fender out. 295 usually fit a 69-70 with no issues besides a little hammering.
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[454bug]

Man, your project is coming together nicely! :1st:

Great stance...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/2008_1213_143103-1.jpg

[1971CHEVELLE]

Nice project Keep us posted. Good luck.

[mach1stang]

With single turbos your trying to run both side of the exhuast through one tube. On my mustang with twins on a big block we will run dual 4.5 to 5 inch all the back no mufflers no nothing.

[cantvalve16]

When you say that you roll the fenders around a 5/16 tube, how exactly is that done?

It seems like you would cut and flare the fender to desired shape, then put the tube on the backside of the fender lip and weld it on. Is that right?

[CptKlutz]

mach1stang: one 5" should take all the exhaust I can flow. The turbine takes a lot of heat from the exhaust so the volume a bit down the DP is lower than in a normal header/collector. It's stepped down even more & split into 2 when it passes the rack/swaybar.

cantvalve16: the rod is bent into shape so it can be placed into the original L bend of the lip on the inside of the fender, following the rounding all the way, then the lip is hammered up around the rod. With a little care the shape/contour of the opening remains the same and the lip is now nice and round and probably even stiffer than original though its just 5/16+ thick. Plenty of Bodysafe or sealer of course to prevent rust later on.
Sorry for my lacking english, hope you get the drift of it?!

[BMF Machine]

Downpipe or drainpipe, not sure any more... :)





Oh No? Ya ain't having the same oil sucking/draining problems that LarrY had with Motiv8R are ya? AnywaY, least that one will smoke ForD BluE?:)

Love them FerdS, but the guys do enough, to the Chebbie'S round here, to make them prettY CooL also.LoL I know you'll get any GremlinS take'N care of!:)

[CptKlutz]

LOL no the "drainpipe" comment is just related to the DP size. That thing is BIG! And I wont idle a spanking new, over rich engine for long periods like Larry & Co did. That just begs for oil to blow out the compressor side seals. :) Seems they did have a bearing issue after all though?

More pictures! Right side header all in one piece. Just need some detailing, wastegate flange etc. Nice with the notched towers!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/th_2009_0129_092508-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0129_092508.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/th_2009_0129_103454-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0129_103454.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/th_2009_0129_124433-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0129_124433.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/01/th_2009_0129_124449-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0129_124449.jpg)

[Magic]

nice progress!

I like those Speedhut gauges!
In the future I might go for their gauge kit for my 95 Mustang...

[CptKlutz]

Yeah, so far I can highly recommend them. I've been running a tach in another car since they came out. Had 1 problem and they fixed it free of charge, upgrade the internals to gen.2 and shipped it back to Europe - all free of charge!

More nice welding. Driver side done:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/th_2009_0201_123213-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0201_123213.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/th_2009_0201_123309-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0201_123309.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/th_2009_0201_123444-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0201_123444.jpg)

[CptKlutz]

I picked up the quarter emblems from the laser shop today! I dislike the original Mach I emblems so we tossed ideas around and came up with these. I made a set of 3½" slightly domed aluminum emblems, sanded them for an age with 800 grit, had them anodized and then laser "milled" 0.2mm deep with an industrial laser.
Drawing the 2D logo first in Corel Draw and then in 3D (Solidworks) was the worst part and probably took 6 hours... :screwy: You can convert simpler 2D geometries fairly automatically in Solidworks but this came out as more than 3.500 splines and had to be handled area by area...
The emblem will be recessed into the qtr panel.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/th_2009_0216_190703-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0216_190703.jpg)

[poormans69]

Any idea of top rpm potential?

[CptKlutz]

The cam, turbo, induction etc. is layed out for 2.500-6.500.

[CptKlutz]

And todays update! Some more progress made on the IC core, though we're still waiting on the last parts. Dustin @ CPR can really weld :twothumbs :
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/th_2009_0210_070154-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0210_070154.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/th_2009_0210_070151-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0210_070151.jpg)

Also doing work on the torque arm mount. Welded it into the floors for max ground clearance & stiffness. Still need to position the actual mounting bracket:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/th_2009_0212_233849-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0212_233849.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/02/th_2009_0213_061326-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0213_061326.jpg)

[CptKlutz]

Some fresh pics of the cold-side all mocked up. We decided to keep it cool and out in the fresh air. If this was a drag car we'd stay in the engine bay but give it 30 mins on the track and it'll be all heat-soaked under there.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0228_1-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0228_1.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0228_2-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0228_2.jpg)

Gotta love those Brembos too. :smoke:
The underside is also (re-) finished. The torque arm tube stayed but we redid the rest - one of those days where you just have to admit you made a wrong turn. Now it has a very unique way of cross bracing and providing monster torsional rigidity.

[Restomod]

Looking great!!

[MZ 500]

Nice updates.

When you get a chance could you post some more pics of the trans crossmember area I instaled my frame conectors much the same way so you got me thinking.

[CptKlutz]

Sorry MZ, the crossmember and X-brace are really new in design and CPR doesn't want me to post it up yet. The tranny crossmember is a custom tubular piece though.

Here some more progress on the DP and cross over.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0306_061952-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0306_061952.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0306_062049-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0306_062049.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0306_062221-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0306_062221.jpg)

The 5" goes into 2x3" and just b4 passing thru the K-member into 2½". No less than 8 V-bands needed!

[CptKlutz]

A bit of safety being added. 8pt roll bar + some swing outs to get in and out.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0312_050245-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0312_050245.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0313_041358-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0313_041358.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0313_042841-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0313_042841.jpg)

Interesting way of welding. Or did Dustin just fall asleep with the light on?
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0313_050654-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0313_050654.jpg)

[1971CHEVELLE]

truly excellent work:)

[454bug]

VERY nice welding!!

Coming together REALLY well!!! :1st:

[acegto]

Makes me wish I had a Ford to work on. Nice work!

[CptKlutz]

Thx guys! More nice welds - rollbar finished:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0326_213221-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0326_213221.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0326_213241-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0326_213241.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0326_213255-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0326_213255.jpg)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0326_213315-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0326_213315.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/th_2009_0326_213324-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0326_213324.jpg)

[CptKlutz]

Whew, seems like the car has been at SoCal Paintworks for an age (<2 weeks actually) , but they ARE hard at work!

When stripping they found a "repair" on the rear qtr by some previous owner. Looks quite a bit better now!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0408_143349-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0408_143349.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0413_114322-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0413_114322.jpg)

We had to cut the tunnel to get both the T-56 and some special reinforcements in place underneath so new tunnel is being fabbed:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0407_125128-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0407_125128.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0407_125137-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0407_125137.jpg)

Primer & block sanding again and again. Glad its not my garage...
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0417_200838-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0417_200838.jpg)

[CptKlutz]

Meanwhile I'm busy on the carbon parts. Here the hood scoop being molded as a positive layup instead of a mold. I was trying to save time and this is the first time I've done it with clear carbon and no gelcoat. Jeez, the hours spent on clearcoating and sanding that thing! The front spoiler and splitter are a bit more rough finished thank god.

Wax on, wax off. Getting the original ready and slick:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0111_132137-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0111_132137.jpg)

2 layers of black glass:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0112_215510-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0112_215510.jpg)

One layer carbon:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0114_204906-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0114_204906.jpg)

Rough part ready for a zillion layers of PU clear filler and sanding:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0119_202307-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0119_202307.jpg)

Filled and sanded, ready for PU clear coat finish:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0222_134837-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0222_134837.jpg)

Inside getting some stiffening with Airex foam core and carbon over it:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0222_134901-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0222_134901.jpg)

FINALLY done!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0417_192928-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0417_192928.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/04/th_2009_0417_192952-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0417_192952.jpg)

[1971CHEVELLE]

Looking great..

[WS6]

Like the scoop. Good job on the carbon work.

[CptKlutz]

Car is back from SoCal Paintworks in primer and now its the finishing stretch. Should be some serious updates to look at over the next weeks!
Here some of the hard work they put into it:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0501_063105-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0501_063105.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0501_063119-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0501_063119.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0501_063135-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0501_063135.jpg)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0501_063221-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0501_063221.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0501_063232-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0501_063232.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0501_063239-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0501_063239.jpg)

Ready for serious finishing. The emblem is going to look cool.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0504_203024-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0504_203024.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0504_202819-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0504_202819.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0504_202905-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0504_202905.jpg)

[Motown 454]

The car is looking great..

[bamadale]

i can't wait to see that stang finished

[CptKlutz]

Neither can I! :machine:

The grille is bent from a sheet from customcargrilles.com, pattern is called XXL Hexagon and we're going to powdercoat it black. I made a 2D drawing to work from if anyone needs it, but basically you bend over the original plastic piece.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0507_203046-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0507_203046.jpg)

I was worried about heat soak under the hood and also wanted to reduce front lift even more, so Dustin at CPR and Bob from SoCal Paintworks made some inverted louvers in the hood. A real pain as its all double layer under there and any heat makes it warp. Cant press directly into the hood but needed to weld in a separate piece. Came out great after some bending back in shape!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0505_105435-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0505_105435.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0505_105534-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0505_105534.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0506_083713-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0506_083713.jpg)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0508_224632-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0508_224632.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/th_2009_0508_225224-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0508_225224.jpg)

[CruizinKev]

nice!!

[Steve1968LS2]

Cool project, really love that body style.

Good color choice also, green is an underused color.

[CptKlutz]

So, here the latest update on the build. Holidays and other stuff has been in the way but its finally getting color. Finished the hood louvres - what a warping pain! Got Bob from SoCal Paintworks to fix it, he knows all the tricks.
Also the grille is finished and ready for powdercoat:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0520_043502-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0520_043502.jpg)

I/C, tubing & hangers finished:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0527_210411-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0527_210411.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0527_210438-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0527_210438.jpg)

Also got a little crazy on a last minute detail, a window net. :naughty: Don't give me a hard time on that, I've just always wanted one since I got to drive a real NASCAR. It's bolted in in the pic, but yes there will be a quick release of course.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0707_072817-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0707_072817.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0707_072827-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0707_072827.jpg)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0707_072837-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0707_072837.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0708_001644-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0708_001644.jpg)

Color is 2008 Lotus Exige British Racing Green, a really old school BRG without any metallic at all. Really fits the Mustang IMHO. This is shot b4 the clearcoat. It will get a 1/4" white pinstripe as separation between the green & black, inspired by the George Folmer Trans Am car.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0722_Body12mmstripe-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0722_Body12mmstripe.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0722_body1-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0722_body1.jpg)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0722_body2-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0722_body2.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/07/th_2009_0718_084148-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0718_084148.jpg)

[drflex]

excellent

[CptKlutz]

Body and loose metal is being cut and buffed, then were out of paint jail. :twothumbs

Here a little add on to the front spoiler, just mocked up real quick on my other 69. The GT2 will have special mounts for it so it can be removed when I want to look more "historically correct" I made it from an 8mm Airex foam core and 3 layers of CF. Not too pretty as its a wear part on the track anyway.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0731_080036-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0731_080036.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0731_080033-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0731_080033.jpg)

[WS6]

Love it and the spoiler. I'm confused though, I thought the car was being built in Denmark? Is it not or...?

[CptKlutz]

Thanks! Car is being built in San Diego by CPR Ctreetmachines. I "drop by" as often as I can to help out. I make some of the custom parts back here in Denmark and then bring them over.

[gto406]

My favourite car on pt.com!

Keep up the great work and please post a video once you get this puppy rolling.

Man it would be beautiful to see this thing roaring down the front straight at Sebring!

Ciao.
~Brian.

[stangme]

great progress as usual.. !!! keep up the good work..
:headbang:

[CptKlutz]

Thanks! I have a load of new assembly pics, just need a bit of time to edit and upload. Brake lines are in, sound deadener, rear end, wiring looms, steering column, dash components too. Hood and trunk lid are painted too, looks killer!
Next spring I'll be sure to upload video of it down the Döttinger Höhe on the Nurburgring doing 160 :smoke: :bsjerk:

[CptKlutz]

Definitely getting somewhere now! I've been itching to drive it for a year now but now were in reach of something. Trying to get at all together and dialed in for SEMA but still missing a sponsor to get us into the OPTIMA Challenge. HINT HINT BBK! :secret:

Instrument cluster (gauges from www.speedhut.com): (http://www.speedhut.com%29:)
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0818_193629-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0818_193629.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0818_234035-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0818_234035.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0819_021554-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0819_021554.jpg)

Hood and trunk lid waiting for cut & buff. Hood louvres came out good!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0814_220843-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0814_220843.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0814_220921-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0814_220921.jpg)

RAAMmat BXT for noise and some trick heat insulation here and there. Trying not to get carried away weight-wise:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0814_220625-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0814_220625.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0814_040254-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0814_040254.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0814_040326-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0814_040326.jpg)

The nice MC's from CNC + brake lines and a line lock (just in case!):
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/08/th_2009_0812_040842-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0812_040842.jpg)

[CptKlutz]

General assembly going on.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/th_2009_0901_032119-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0901_032119.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/th_2009_0902_042506-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0902_042506.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/th_2009_0903_001443-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0903_001443.jpg)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/th_2009_0903_063352-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0903_063352.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/th_2009_0903_063408-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0903_063408.jpg)

[yellow69]

nice build, cant wait to see the final out come!

[454bug]

Coming together nicely Hans!

It won't be much longer... :bananna2:

[Motown 454]

Looks real nice.

[windsor]

How was the fit/finish of the AJE kit? Have heard good and bad and need to finalize my front suspension!

[CptKlutz]

OK, I know this is long overdue so here finally a few updates.
Hard for me to say on the AJE kits in general. Mine was very nice to begin with and now it's been modded and reinforced quite a bit and repainted. CPR Streetmachines have done quite a few builds with them so you'd be better off calling them for a review.

Engine dropped in, looks tiny all by itself down there but just wait until it meets all the turbo piping... :smoke: Also the breather can is in. Right now it's moved "outside" for a cleaner look and easy access but might move back in, let's see.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/09/th_2009_0902_042506-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0902_042506.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/th_2009_0913_052538-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0913_052538.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/th_2009_0913_052559-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0913_052559.jpg)

A little later room is getting more sparse!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/th_2009_0929_222439-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0929_222439.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/th_2009_1022_184356-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_1022_184356.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/th_2009_1022_184421-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_1022_184421.jpg)


Dustin is not really enjoying exhaust routing. I want it tight and unobtrusive with as much ground clearance as possible. :whistling:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/th_2009_1015_072323-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_1015_072323.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/th_2009_1015_072337-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_1015_072337.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/th_2009_1015_072352-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_1015_072352.jpg)

What's not to like about the weld quality? BOV flange.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/th_2009_0910_072236-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0910_072236.jpg)

One day the shop next door from CPR had a ride in with the same paint scheme as the GT2!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/10/th_2009_0903_190428-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2009_0903_190428.jpg)

[Ronny]

Will the GT2 be at Viking Run this summer?

[CruizinKev]

nice progress! can't wait to see more pics :twothumbs

[aussiebj]

getting there...

[fordsbyjay]

Awesome car.

[1970 TT Rustang]

looking good i was tuned in on the turbo fourms love the color

[CptKlutz]

Just came back from CA, brought over the CF spoilers and helped a bit on wiring the beast. The project has been on a bit of hold awaiting all the interesting changes the EU has made to import customs and VAT on classic cars. For a while it has been uncertain whether I'd be able to bring it in (more than $20k added in taxes) but there is hope at the end of the tunnel it seems.
And before anyone comments: that is NOT the right steering wheel! Missing an adaptor ring for the quick release that will take a Grant woody or a suede Momo.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0123_202747-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0123_202747.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0123_202811-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0123_202811.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0123_2203392-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0123_2203392.jpg)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0123_220352-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0123_220352.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0123_220441-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0123_220441.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0123_220506-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0123_220506.jpg)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0123_221138-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0123_221138.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0123_221822-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0123_221822.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0123_2220061-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0123_2220061.jpg)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0123_222035-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0123_222035.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/th_2010_0124_003534-1.jpg (http://i300.photobucket.com/albums/nn20/cphsonic/1969%20Mustang%20GT2/2010_0124_003534.jpg)

[Motown 454]

Nice work, its looking great.

[Neil B]

One of my favorite builds on the site. Even though you've already sourced a killer-looking set of wheels, I can't help but imagine this car with one of the new 8-spoke Minilite wheel designs like the NewGen Lite.

[CruizinKev]

very nice!!

[CptKlutz]

Niel, I'm definitely a big fan of minilites. The Shelbys were the closest 18" at the time. Not sure I care for the crome lip on the NewGen though, I'm not into bling at all. :)

[796spdbu]

Nice build!!I dig the 69-70 fast backs. The old trans am race cars are so sweet,your car reminds me of the old days!
Greg

[mbrunson427]

Do you have any dyno numbers on the motor? Sweet build! Can't wait to see some video of it in action!

[Dalamar]

Nice build! love the paint scheme, and parts you've upgraded.
It should perform great with the 3-link.

I'm curious, why did you choose 80mm on your turbo size?

and I'd vote for the Momo wheel.


Looks great & keep the updates coming :)

[CptKlutz]

No news in a while.

In short the recent changes to our EU import taxation, inspection and registration of classic and modified cars, means that the GT2 has now become to expensive (for me) to import and register in Denmark. So here it comes... :banghead:

Ultimate pro-touring Mustang FOR SALE

The project stands as shown in the latest progress update. It basically just needs finishing of the electricals (at ~90%), assembly of interior, doors, rubber & glass, body panels, some exhaust and then dial-in. All the nice, custom and expensive stuff is there and waiting, so you are looking at minor parts + labor. CPR Streetmachines have done the build and will want to finish it. They are one of the best shops I have ever worked with and are knowing, always true to promises and fair in pricing.
This is not a budget build, so be realistic in price expectations. Trades considered (Mustang). PM me if you a serious and want to discuss.

[bobsbigboy69]

I am sorry to see you have to sell your car. I was looking at the pictures and i would be upset if i was you, that my cars new paint is covered in crap and dust everywhere. It does not look good for the person looking to buy it from you. I am in the market for a 69-70 project (I finished mine last year) I ran across your project and was checking it out. Do you have any new pics of the finished engine compartment? That fan is realy small on the radiator with no shroud and the front down pipe is so close to ever thing even with the wrap it will melt every thing in its way. I have had and raced a bunch of turbo cars that stuff gets mighty hot after a few miles. I would have that shop redo the exhaust so the new owner will not have to deal with melting issue, exhaust wrap will not fix the heat issues, just an idea no need to pay for a job twice. What is the name of the shop doing the build and do they have any previous builds under their belt? I will keep looking at this project I may be interseted if the problems are fixed.

[CarQz17]

aaaahhh man I was hung out to dry. I've been waiting to see this car assembled in paint!

[CptKlutz]

Hey all and merry christmas! The Mustang is still for sale (in the US) but after being on hold for almost a year now it's being finished at CPR. Hope to get it on the street (and track!) for spring.
Buy it now at way less than parts cost or pay the going rate for a turnkey, dialed-in trackday monster. https://www.pro-touring.com/showthread.php?67491-1969-Turbo-Mustang-Fastback-P-T

[2blownstangs]

any updates on this build?

[rtwind02]

Nice Ride!! What type of hood scoop does the car have? It looks like a newer style.

[CptKlutz]

No fancy updates, re-animating the project and getting parts sorted. Putting doors together etc. It's moving though!

The hood scoop is a 65-66 Shelby scoop in carbon, my own manufacture.

[CptKlutz]

Just a few pics. Nothing really exiting but it's coming together nicely.

E-brake done
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/2011_0201_0310-1.jpg

Doors assembled incl. power windows. One door is a repro and took a lot of fitting!
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/2011_0228_214910-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/2011_0228_214809-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/2011_0305_040714-1.jpg

Lights going on with a lot of nice new lenses, gaskets etc.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/03/2011_0228_214820-1.jpg

[79-TA]

The car is looking great even in its unfinished state. It's good to see you still have the car. Keep up the good work!

[CptKlutz]

Back up for sale after a while in storage. Open to realistic offers.

[Restomod]

Man that has to be the worst let down someone could have after all the work this car has had. Hell you should just move to the USA and keep your car.....OR take it apart and ship it home piece by piece!!!
Good luck on it!!

[CptKlutz]

Hey what do you know, finally some movement on the build again. :) The car is now at Best of Show Coachworks for final assembly as CPR has become too busy with manufacturing turbo kits. Thanks for the recommendations for BOS, cool place and crew.

Getting wiring organized:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/2012_0402_022345-1.jpg

More wiring:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/2012_0402_021900-1.jpg

Brake lines done:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/2012_0402_022138-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/2012_0402_022146-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/2012_0402_022050-1.jpg

Relocated the breather can for some more room:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/2012_0402_021842-1.jpg

Boost controller in console:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/2012_0112_210857-1.jpg

Torque arm in:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/2012_0402_022107-1.jpg

Fuel tank in and wired:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/04/2012_0402_022216-1.jpg

[67redrocket]

Nice project, where in Denmark are you located, I am in Denmark to work now and then, would have been cool to see this project.

[CptKlutz]

I'm just outside Copenhagen but the car is in Escondido, CA. ;)

[E30M30]

Sikke noget pis - men sådan nogle biler som vores er sgu svære at få ind i DK - især hvis verdens dyreste nummerplader skal på. Synd den skal skydes af !!!

[jvike]

Hey, what are the rules om importing vintage cars in Denmark. Here in Norway we have the 30 year rule. So you (only) pay the 25% VAT on 30 year old cars.. But getting plates on a modifyed car might not be as easy..

[go-fish]

What shop is the car at in Esco.? My car isn't too far away from there, in Santee. I'm interested in shop rates and if the shop communicates well. The guy that is doing my axle shortening is not very good at communicating at all!

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

damn how did I miss this one!?

gonna be BAD ASS!

[CptKlutz]

@jvike: 35 years and then import tax and 25% VAT. Main problem is that it has become impossible to register as 35 yrs old with all the mods. New inspection rules mean it will NOT classify as a classic but will be hit will full car tax (180%)!

@go-fish: Car was actually done in Santee until 4 weeks ago. Moved it from CPR Streetmachines to Best Of Show Coachworks. I highly recommend CPR for smaller mods (like your axle work). Just Google them and say hi to Dustin from me.

[CptKlutz]

Going slowly forward but we should be ready to load an initial tune and fire it up this week.

Rear end almost complete:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/06/2012_0605_004046-1.jpg

Throttle body ready, just missing cable:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/06/2012_0605_004032-1.jpg

Exhaust completed incl wastegates:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/06/2012_0605_004014-1.jpg

Wastegate dumps, exhaust done, front end fully assembled and aligned:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/06/2012_0605_003958-1.jpg

[Ripper]

Not much room between the dust boot on the rack and the exhaus. Are you sure the dust boot won't melt?

I really love this build! Makes me wanna finish my own project!

[85coupe50]

Awesome build.

[CptKlutz]

Car is now ready to run and has been trailered up to Performance Associates in San Dimas. Has been fired up for the first time and is now ready for some serious tuning on the dyno!
:firefire:

[Martin71RS]

WOW killer Mustang!! I am happy rules are not so bad here compared to Denmark (allthough the taxes here are also hammering on our build budgets)

isn't it possible to register in another EU country and then import? Here a car from another EU country has to be registered, can not be denied or taxed extra.

[CptKlutz]

Initial setup on the dyno is now done, playing it safe with 10 psi tops until it's all broken in and set up. Tune is for maximum driveability and fun, not bragging rights. Later we'll likely go to around 15 psi.

http://youtu.be/aRX2hnMkiVo?t=30s

624 rwhp @ 5.380 rpm
625 ft.lb. @ 4.815 rpm
91 pump gas

[CptKlutz]

A little delay getting it trucked back from San Dimas but now they're on it in Escondido:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/12/2012_1209_072633-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/12/2012_1209_072606-1.jpg

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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/12/2012_1209_072657-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2012/12/2012_1209_072645-1.jpg

:)

[mbminvest]

[QUOTE=CptKlutz;956222]A little delay getting it trucked back from San Dimas but now they're on it in Escondido:

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Er den stadig til salg ?????
Brian

[mbminvest]

Hvis den stadig er til salg har du så evt mulighed for færdiggørelse af den i dk mod betaling selvf :)
Brian

[CptKlutz]

Back from Elegance Auto Interiors in Upland and finishing up the loose ends. Complete and very perfect car up for sale soon!

New headliner:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0429_150009_zpsb16b9667-1.jpg

CF front splitter and CF rear wing getting some clearcoat:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0617_072525_zps600e2824-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0617_072531_zpsd8a4adf2-1.jpg

Interior almost complete, the smell of new leather, mmmm:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0617_082933_zps5e85b62c-1.jpg

Infiniti/JBL stereo gear, powerful but discrete:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0617_082944_zpsd5c5fb09-1.jpg

Rear seat done in same stitching as fronts:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0617_083008_zps0b7dac36-1.jpg

MOMO racing wheel with the fun buttons for overboost & linelock:
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0617_083031_zps0bd561af-1.jpg

Gauges galore (but wrong shifter):
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0617_083055_zps38a40bff-1.jpg

[CptKlutz]

Finally my countless hours creating a one off carbon fiber rear wing are showing. Thats probably a full weeks work right there.
Also note how is repositioned to where it actually has some effect:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0619_080001_zpscbbca9fe-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0619_080005_zpsb2a86876-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2013/06/2013_0619_080002_zps33f29ffa-1.jpg

[rwcstang]

very nice! glad you didn't sell this project! keep it up!

[CptKlutz]

Final push to the finish. Just a few details and cut & polish missing now.
And still for sale :poke:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/01/shop276_zps61fa8f25-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/01/shop294_zpsdcce5bd9-1.jpg

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[Mr.VENGEANCE]

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2014/01/rndrudy_medium-1.gif

[CptKlutz]

First test drive. Still 10-15 small things on the to-do list, then cut & polish, pinstriping and C-stripes.
Drives like a rocket on rails though!


http://youtu.be/4b4yaRkWYxA

http://youtu.be/4b4yaRkWYxA
Don't forget to set it to 1080p HD

[DarkBuddha]

Congrats!