1965 Mercury Comet Project

[absolom]

how much would a max-g chassis run for a 65 mustang?

and do ya'll make one for a 68 charger?

[silver69camaro]

We make them for just about anything...heck, we even made one for a '42 Chrysler, '97 Pontiac, on and on. But we've done several for Chargers.

I'm not real up-to-date on pricing, but a very rough ballpark (there tons of options and upgrades) is $10K. Hopefully Craig can set me straight on that if need be.

[silver69camaro]

Josh, the project looks real good. For some reason, I like those Comets (and I'm a Chevy guy!). But really, looks great...keep us posted!!

[65-347]

Krashyman,
great looking car, back last year you filled in the cowl vent, I want to do the same to the mustang, but how do you plan on getting air into the car or don't you. Thanks

[Krashyman]

Josh, the project looks real good. For some reason, I like those Comets (and I'm a Chevy guy!). But really, looks great...keep us posted!!

Thanks, Matt -- glad to hear a Chevy guy can like a Merc! I've always thought that the 1965 Comet was similar to the 1966 Chevy II (as well as the 1967 Plymouth GTX). I'll definitely keep you posted and will send final pics to AME once the project is completed.

Krashyman,
great looking car, back last year you filled in the cowl vent, I want to do the same to the mustang, but how do you plan on getting air into the car or don't you. Thanks

I don't know the answer to this question (and it's been so long since they did that body work), but will ask Woody's and get back with the info . . . stay tuned.

[absolom]

we smoothed the cowl on the 65 vert we built, and since the classic auto air uses recirculated air only, it didn't matter

it even came with block off plates for the cowl vents under the dash, plus it looks a lot better as well

[Krashyman]

Nothing new to add on the Comet, but the three other big builds at Woody's should be done by now. They are scheduled to be tested today and tomorrow by Pro Stock champion Jeg Coughlin, Jr., his brother Mike Coughlin, and Formula 1 driver Tommy Byrne. A link to a release about the testing of the three cars is:
http://www.teamjegs.com/presskit/release.asp?id=637

Assuming the other three cars do well during the testing and there is no follow-up work needed, the Comet should be the focus of the shop going forward. The Max G chassis will be the first big step, and the May issue of Super Rod has part 1 of a great article regarding Woody's install of the Max G in the Mach 1. I posted a link to the article in another thread under the suspension forum, but in case you don't browse that forum, here is the link:
http://www.superrod.com/Media/Public...UCKBLDOFF2.pdf

I hope to be posting new updates and pics of the Comet real soon.

Thanks,
Josh

[65 comet]

Hey Josh,

I'm assuming you plan on having a very clean engine bay. What are the plans for the AC lines. Are you going try to hide them as much as possible. Looking for ideas for my Comet project...

thankjs

George

[Krashyman]

I'm happy to report that work has begun again on the Comet! The shop is installing the Max G chassis -- action photo is below. I'll post more pics as I get them.

George, to answer your question, we do plan on having as clean of an engine bay as possible. The engine dimensions, however, are pretty darned large and it is going to be a real tight fit. We won't know the plans for the AC lines (or anything else) until the engine arrives. I've seen the 5.4 mod engine from the GT500 and it can look somewhat messy with the harness -- think spaghetti -- so there will be some planning involved to get a real clean look.

Thanks,
Josh

[Cometose]

That's great news Josh!
Thanks for the link to the Mach 1 build, good info

[Krashyman]

Thanks Joe!

Here are a few more pics . . . .

The Max G chassis:



The Comet sitting on the chassis:



And the reason why the Comet project was delayed (these three builds done by Woody's are awesome):



If you want to look at more pics of the Comet or the other three cars, go to:

http://www.woodyshotrodz.com/current_projects.htm

I'd love to hear views on the Comet, chassis, etc.

Thanks all,
Josh

[formula98]

Exciting project! I look forward to seeing it's progress....

[Cometose]

Is the Comet gonna be body on frame like the Mustang or welded together as a unibody?

All three of the project cars look to be bitchin rides, but the Willy's looks downright sinister in black.

[Krashyman]

Joe,

It's going to be done just like the Mustang. Here is a link to part 2 of the Super Rod article regarding the AME chassis assembly for the Mustang:

http://www.superrod.com/Media/Public..._BUILDOFF2.pdf

I'll be giving an update on some interior choices that we have made for the Comet soon.

Best,
Josh

[Krashyman]

We decided to go all Alpine for the stereo system. Here is a list (and stock photos) of the components:

1. Head Unit -- Alpine CDA-9885. This is a head unit with single CD player and ability to display and control satellite radio and an iPod through the head unit.



2. Front door speakers -- Alpine SPR-17C. These are two 6.75" coaxial speakers, which are made to fit in 6.5" openings. I know that component speakers would be a better choice for the front, but these are pretty good two-way speakers and they will make the install much easier.



3. Rear package tray speakers -- Alpine SPR-69C. These are two 6"x9" coaxial speakers.



4. Amplifier for four speakers -- Alpine PDX-4.100. This is a four channel amplifier (100 W per channel) for the four speakers.



5. Subwoofer -- Alpine PLV-7. This is a subwoofer enclosure from Alpine. The enclosure has several small subwoofers (equivalent to two 12" subwoofers) and a built-in amplifier (500 W), so it is self-powered.



6. Satellite radio and iPod cable -- Sirius SIR-ALP1 and Alpine KCE-422i. These are a satellite radio receiver box (and satellite radio antennae) and cable for the iPod. Both get hooked up to the Alpine head unit, and both can be hidden so that the satellite radio and iPod will display on (and play thru) the Alpine head unit.

We got all the above stereo components through Crutchfield, and they are sitting at Woody's waiting for their time to be installed. If anyone has any opinions on the components, it would be great to hear your views.

Thanks,
Josh

[Young Gun]

Ive got that head unit in one of my cars...its a great product, the ipod connection is very simple and the remote that comes with it is a nice added touch lol

[Krashyman]

Woody's is still working on the chassis . . . .

[Krashyman]

The amp is going to fit beneath the package tray (behind the seats, but in front of the trunk).

You can also see the center rear brake light a little better in this photo.

Also, my rear end is showing!

Let me know what you think.

[LMDGUY]

Lookin Sweet!

[Cometose]

Looks great Josh. How wide of a rear tire are you gonna run and will you (hopefully )need to mini tub? I'm curious how wide a tire can fit between the inner fender and the AME chassis.