Greetings!

[STL-Scott]

I was just linked in to this new forum today by Purple Venom. A little about myself - important things first. I just ordered a Factory Five Mk III roadster -complete kit, last month. I'm expecting delivery any day...almost as exciting as when my son was born. Don't tell my wife I said that...

I live out in Ballwin, would love to attend any gatherings or upcoming car shows.

If anyone needs any bad advise on architecture, let me know (that's my profession).

Cheers, Scott

[Mike DeGuire]

Welcome Scott, I just replied to you in the other thread. Be sure and let us know when the new arrival is coming. We love the Cobra stork.

Mike

[Matthew 10:16]

Hey Scott: Any friend of Tim's is a friend of mine. Will champaign & cigars be passed out when the stork delivers UR baby? Look forward 2 meeting U. Dave/Matthew 10:16 :cool:

[TOM KEISER]

Hi Scott,

Welcome! Like Mike said, let us know when your delivery in coming. We love to watch folks get all excited while trucks get unloaded. I live off Keifer Creek not too far from Mike and look forward to meeting you.

Tom

[STL-Scott]

Thanks Guys for the warm welcome! It's nice to find a forum that is local, and especially the others here in Ballwin. I'm located off of Henry Road about mid-way between Clayton and Manchester (north of Manchester). Will know more later this week when the Cobra stork picks up my baby in MA at FFR.

BTW - I am going to the FFR build school next month - did any of you do this when you built your FFR? I know Tim bought his a few years ago completed, how about Tom and Mike. Beers and BBQ are on me when this arrives. Planning on having over some other neighboors and a guy in House Springs who is also planning a FFR project later this year (name is Dan).

Scott

[TOM KEISER]

Scott,

I built mine back in 2001-02 in the days before build school. I notice you are going with the 4.6 and I look forward to seeing that baby sqeezed in there. My wife has one in her Mustang and every time I look at it, I can't believe it will actually fit in an FFR. I've seen pictures of it done but never in person. Henry road is not far, it'll be nice to have a new build so close.

Tom

[Matthew 10:16]

Thanks Guys for the warm welcome!* It's nice to find a forum that is local, and especially the others here in Ballwin.* I'm located off of Henry Road about mid-way between Clayton and Manchester (north of Manchester).* Will know more later this week when the Cobra stork picks up my baby in MA at FFR.* BTW - I am going to the FFR build school next month - did any of you do this when you built your FFR?* I know Tim bought his a few years ago completed, how about Tom and Mike.* Beers and BBQ are on me when this arrives.* Planning on having over some other neighboors and a guy in House Springs who is also planning a FFR project later this year (name is Dan).ScottHey Scotty: Be sure 2 be wearing the JUMBO size depends when U take delivery of UR baby! :eek: Hey lets Rock this place! :cool: Gateway Cobra Club Rocks. :D Later Dude. Dave/Matthew 10:16

[6stringcobra]

Scott

Welcome aboard and welcome to the madness.

On taking the delivery of the kit, we do expect to see birth announcements :eek:

[STL-Scott]

Dave,

I really like your color scheme! That is at the top of my list for mine. Was also considering the Silver with anthracite gray or darker gray stripes, with matching wheels. Found some really nice ones that Shelby actually makes, kinda of a modern interpretation of the Bullits, finished in anthracite spokes and polished rim.
Scott

[Mike DeGuire]

Scott,
With Tom right down the street, I didn't need the build school. Good luck, I hear it's a great class. Hey, did you say beer.....yummmmmmm. Let us know when to be there and listen for the rumble.

Mike

[Purple Venom]

Scott, I can give really ba... uh, good advice when there is beer and brats present. Of course, we would be responsible drivers when we left your house :-) I would love to give you a hand - I know all about brakes, steering racks, and axles now :rolleyes:

[Matthew 10:16]

Scott, I can give really ba... uh, good advice when there is beer and brats present.* Of course, we would be responsible drivers when we left your house :-)* I would love to give you a hand - I know all about brakes, steering racks, and axles now :rolleyes:Hey Tim: Who is gonna volunteer to bring the Hooter's Girls? :eek: Any takers? Yikes! Now I'm gettn in trouble. :eek: Been there done that. :rolleyes: Later Dave/Matthew 10:16

[STL-Scott]

Regarding the arrival party...my wife Michelle said, and I quote "Order a bunch of pizzas, ice up a lot of beer, and I will see you in a few hours when it's all over...if I am there I will end up having to clean up!" I think she is jealous that for once there will be more testosterone at the house then estrogen (Wife, daughter, 3 female dogs, 1 female cat - my son and I are out numbered).

So is this better to have on a weekend - like a Saturday? For all I know Stewart Transport will show up any day once they load my kit - which is not convenient for all of you who work a job to just drop everything and head to West County.

Let me know and I will likewise keep you all posted on the arrival status. I wish I could just give this baby that stuff they use to induce humans into birth, but unfortunantly I am at the mercy of FFR and Stewart...

Ciao for now. Scotty

[Purple Venom]

Weekend better for everyone, but weekday not out of the question for me. :D

[Matthew 10:16]

Dave,I really like your color scheme!* That is at the top of my list for mine.* Was also considering the Silver with anthracite gray or darker gray stripes, with matching wheels.* Found some really nice ones that Shelby actually makes, kinda of a modern interpretation of the Bullits, finished in anthracite spokes and polished rim.Scott
TOOL COOL. :cool: Will our beasts be brothers? Hope to meet U & Michelle on Sat May 3 if U guys can make it. Don't forget my offer on the ride in my beast still stands. :D Dave/Matthew 10:16

[rednour1]

Scott,

Let me know if you need any help with the 4.6, it was quite a learning experience to say the least. Are you keeping the PAT's, rear O2's?

[STL-Scott]

Craig,

Since I am going the non-donor route and complete kit with my FFR, honestly I have no idea yet what I am getting myself into with the 4.6 mod engine. I just want the modern drivetrain and EFI. What you say - this guy jumped into this project without having all the answers on this stuff. That's me....I'm going to figure it out with the help of these forums, the build school in Detroit that I am attending next month, and persistance! Oh yeah, and a few words that I shouldn't repeat in front of my 5 yr old and some beer!
I would love you assistance man...that kind of experience is irreplaceable.

I'm not sure I will need the PATS and rear 02s since my engine will be either a crate (new) or a really really low mileage donor. I am still thiking DOHC if I can find one that doesn't break the bank. The extra 16 valves just sounds so damn sweet. Not to mention the extra rwhp!

The complete kit comes with a full chassis wiring harness, so I won't have to diet or mickey mouse with the donor wiring, which I believe where the PATS comes into play. I am getting the FFR hooker 4 into 4 headers, which I think will have to be tapped for one set of O2 sensors. The manual I have says to delete one set (orignally 4) with the SOHC motors.

We'll see. I'm still waiting to here back from Collin Stewart on when they are delivery my new baby.

Dave - I'll tell my wife you are going to blow her socks off!!! She knows she is invited, but she is a horse person and I think getting her to come with me to these meetings and cruises will be tough. Will your wife be there, or anyone elses? If so, that may be my ticket to get het to come.

Ciao for now...

Scotty

[Matthew 10:16]

Hey Scotty: Yes by ALL means nessary (sometimes pouting & begging works, but don't push it, :D or if that fails BRIBE her w/horse concessions, but only as a last resort otherwise U may set a dangerous precedent) ( man that was a long winded paranthetical) get her 2 come. :D Yes wives are invited & I am 99% sure my wife will be there & others as well. Our son goes 2 McKendree U. in Lebanon. Tell Michelle that there R cutsie "girly" shops ala St. Charles, Mo. 4 her to shop in. :eek: If U & URs meet us @ Lottawatta Creek Rest. @ 4pm for eats beforehand, I will let U & URs drive my beast over 2 Lebanon from the Rest. :cool: That is if I can talk her into driving my vette to the Rest. Or we'll figure something else out. Dave/Matthew 10:16

[STL-Scott]

Thats an offer this man can't refuse!

Gotta go to work now to pay the bills. Meeting my clients tonight at their club here in Memphis (Jillian's Billiards Club) to discuss Ladies nite out and their remodel at the Peabody Place...life is rough - but I did bring my wife and son, even took them to rendezvous for ribs and a carriage ride around Memphis tonight now they are out shopping if I had to guess....

[Matthew 10:16]

Thats an offer this man can't refuse!Gotta go to work now to pay the bills.* Meeting my clients tonight at their club here in Memphis (Jillian's Billiards Club) to discuss Ladies nite out and their remodel at the Peabody Place...life is rough - but I did bring my wife and son, even took them to rendezvous for ribs and a carriage ride around Memphis tonight now they are out shopping if I had to guess....Scotty Dude: I here the Ribs @ Rendezvous in Memphis R Kickn! :cool: Hey GCC Guys hows bout doin a serious road trip to Memphis some time 4 some ribs & some frivolity & debauchery Cobra style? Dave/Matthew 10:16

[6stringcobra]

Scott,

Count me in on the arrival party. If it comes in during the week and you need a spare couple of hands, my office is right in the area and I can swing on by.

[STL-Scott]

Awesome! Thanks Chuck for the offer.

Dave - the ribs were good, still likin the sauce off my fingers. If you want I can bring you back some dirty napkins so you can get a sense of the BBQ! How's that for a tease...

I'm hurtin' this morning, it's been a while since I was out late drinking with clients on a Thursday night.

[rednour1]

STL-Scott.

Any time you need help let me know. I had the harness dieted, but it left alot to be desired. It is running good now. Hard to believe how many wires are left to make this thing run correctly. If you get the J-pipes for a 4.6, they have both o2 bungs in there. The problem arises because there is no CAT, they both get the same reading throwing codes.

I flashed out my rears, and plugged the rear hole.

Your an Architect also, small world.

[Matthew 10:16]

Awesome!* Thanks Chuck for the offer.Dave - the ribs were good, still likin the sauce off my fingers.* If you want I can bring you back some dirty napkins so you can get a sense of the BBQ!* How's that for a tease...I'm hurtin' this morning, it's been a while since I was out late drinking with clients on a Thursday night.WAY TOO FUNNY DUDE. You rock. You really know how 2 hurt a guy. Next thing ya know u'll be tellin me that U brought me back some pickled pig snot & its really good go ahead & try it. :eek: I thought women were supposed 2 be the teasers. :rolleyes: Now if U tell me that U had both wet & dry ribs UR really gonna make me MAD! :mad: Outta Here Later Dude Dave/Matthew 10:16 :cool:

[STL-Scott]

We'll acutally I did have some wet ribs for lunch today...and pulled porke, rice & beans...my wife has tought me well on teasing!

Had to stop driving, in Cape G. right now at Panera getting a coffee.

Don't know which I am more addicted to - Cobra's, this forum, or coffee?

Dave - would have brought you back some ribs, but I had no way to keep them cold in my rental car. Sorry dude!

[Matthew 10:16]

We'll acutally I did have some wet ribs for lunch today...and pulled porke, rice & beans...my wife has tought me well on teasing!Had to stop driving, in Cape G. right now at Panera getting a coffee.Don't know which I am more addicted to - Cobra's, this forum, or coffee?Dave - would have brought you back some ribs, but I had no way to keep them cold in my rental car.* Sorry dude!No Problem Man its the thought that counts. Yeah this stuff is addictive isn't it. Wait till U get a taste of my beast then UR really gonna be cravn some more. :D Out Dave

[STL-Scott]

Craig,

Which firm do you work for? I know that Korte Co. has an office in Highland. They offered me a job when I moved here in 05 but when we were looking for houses in Westco they mentioned I maybe in the Highland, IL office I said no thanks.

I work for TR,i Architects - in Clayton. My wife is also an Architect - works for Hastings & Chivetta - also in Clayton. Yes small world.

Where did you go to school? I have my degree from K-State, wife's is from UBC (univ. of British Columbia) yep she is a former canuk.

Scott

[rednour1]

Scott,

I work for Hurford Architects out of Edwardsville. I know alot of the Korte guys, and we have quite a few ex-Korte's here.

I kind of went the alternate route on licensing. 2 year degree, then work, night classes at Wash. U. and then passed my test on time rather than degree. Right now I am taking a class on LEED at SIUE at night, and hope to test for my LEED AP by the end of May (This class has taught me just how much B.S. it really is)

We have (3) K-staters in the office, what years where you there?

I used to work with Rick Kiesker for years, I believe he works there with you. Tell him I said hello if run into him.

[STL-Scott]

Cool Craig,

My wife is working on a Science Building renovation project at SIUE with HCA. Yep - Rick sits 3 cubicles down from me. Will pass along your greeting. We have quite a few guys here at TR,i doing the approach you took. It probably took me about the same length of time - 5 years at K-State (90-95), I worked for 7 years before I tested for all of my sections, and have had my license since 2002. I now also have a NCARB cert. so I can be registered anywhere in the US of A. Currently just carry CO and MO licenses. Have not had to stamp drawings since 03 when my wife and I had our own firm - which in the end was a big mistake...unless you can sleep good at night with risk of having a claim against you...stay with a bigger firm - IMOH.

I did enough research on the ISGBC and LEED last year to advise my clients on how to become more "green" with their retail projects. We implemented about 5-6 ideas. No interest with them in certifying a project - too expensive and they wouldn't get the benefits (tenants pay for the utilities anyway).

Take care,
Scotty