WINNER of November FOTM: Red, White, and... - Pappy!

[Ataru]

The Competitors


The Winner:


Pappy

First off, Thanks everyone who voted for me! It's great to win this, after all the hard work that I've put into the car. I purchased the car back in 2004 with some very light modifications from another mnfocus member (prior to my purchase the car was one of the first turbo focuses in the midwest). From there the car has gone through various stages. I originally did a nitrous with cams setup, that eventually blew up. From there I swapped in a new motor and began my build up for 200whp out of my JRSC, which I achieved this year. The car has also extremely changed with multiple sets of wheels, suspensions, body kits, and interiors, to what it is now. I'm finally getting to the point where I am happy with the car, yet I'm already thinking ahead to a much higher horsepower turbo setup, we'll see how that goes.

Thanks again for all the support and knowledge I've gained here on FJ, in my 4 year stay so far. Also a huge thanks to all the guys on BoostCrew! who have been along helping me out, not only by wrenching with me, but also by giving me tips and ideas on how to improve my car. Lastly, HUGE thanks to Steve - FORDSVTPARTS, for ALL the thousands of dollars I've spent with you... You are a huge help in building this car, not only by the great deals, but also by always coming over to help me with the on-going projects.

Thanks again everyone. I'm glad to be your November 08 FOTM!

2001 ZX3 Mod List:

Engine: (199whp/166wtq)
2.0L Zetec 16V Engine
Jackson Racing SuperCharger (10psi)
2.3” Big Boost Pulley
Focus Central Big Boost Crank Pulley
30lb Injectors
SCT Tuning – Tuned by DBPerformance
Volant Cool Air Intake
SVT Intake Snorkel
OBX Race Header – Heat Wrapped
2.5” Custom Borla Exhaust
Focus Sport Plug Wires
Ford Racing Coolant Cover
Fidanza Adjustable Cam Gears
Massive Speed Cam Bolts
Contour Shaved Valve Cover – Bronze Powder Coat

Transmission:
MTX-75 5-Spd Manual Transmission
Quaife Limited Slip Differential
SPEC Stage 3 Clutch
SPEC Heavy Duty Pressure Plate
Ford Racing Flywheel
Focus Sport Short Throw Shifter

Suspension:
B&G Sport Coilover Suspension
Ford Racing Rear Sway Bar
Energy Suspension Rear Sway Bar Endlinks
Focus Sport Adjustable Rear Camber Bolts
LCRacing Front Camber Plates

Wheels/Tires:

Daily Wheels:
Ford Racing 17x7” Custom Semi-Gloss Black Rally Wheels
Custom Designs Team Center Caps
Yokohama Parada Spec-2 215/40/R17 Tires

Show Wheels:
BBS RF’s 17x7” Custom Drilled 4x108
Kumho MX 215/40/R17 Tires

Custom 7mm Spacers
Extended Wheel Studs
F2 Focus Lightweight Lug Nuts

Brakes:
Ford Racing Big Brake Kit & Rear Disc Conversion
Massive Speed Custom Front Slotted/Drilled Rotors
Powerslot Rear Rotors
HAWK HPS Front/Rear Pads

Audio:
Pioneer 6.5” 4-Way Components (4)

Interior:
SVT Focus Complete (Blue/Black) Interior Swap
CosdeSVT Harness Bar – Color Matched
Corbeau Red 4-Point Harness’s
Corbeau FX-1 Pro Front Seats
European Focus RS Steering Wheel
European Ford Cougar Shift Knob
Ford Racing E-Brake Handle
European Radio Bezel -Silver- w/ 24hr. Clock
Ford Racing Pedals
Ford Racing Dual Pillar Gauge Pod
Custom Coin Tray Gauge Pod
Autometer Sport Comp EGT Gauge
Autometer Sport Comp Oil Pressure Gauge
Autometer Sport Comp Boost Gauge
07 ZX3 Black Carpet

Exterior:
Pitch Black Roof
Roush Front Bumper
Roush Side Skirts
SVT Rear Bumper
SVT Spoiler
Color Matched Hatch Strip
Color Matched Side Moldings
Color Matched Mirror Caps
VIS CF Hood (Color Matched)
Ford Racing HID (Color Matched) Headlights
European Ford RS Grill
SVT Fog Lights (Charcoal Lamin-X)
European Focus RS Tail Lights
SVT Glossy Rear Triangles
Custom Shorty Antennae

[The_Onion]

Outstanding! Congrats.

[slverfocus13]

congrats

[o2_designs]

Mnfocus Boost Crew!!!!

[Spatakula]

W00t! Congratz buddy!

-spatakula

[jerkeesvt]

Congratulations!!!!

[Pappy]

Thanks guys

[COCHYN]

Worthy winner, well done!

[SVTgirliegirl]

Congrats. That is one nice Focus

[Johnny_P]

congrats pappy!

[Luisraul924]

wow that jackson S/C is nice!... albeit a bit hidden huh? congrats on the win

[rejectZX3]

Hmmm ... Ataru ... I think that about puts you out of the running for future Focus of the Month's doesn't it? Hehe.

[trahma]

$2.14 right?

[Ataru]

Originally Posted by rejectZX3

Hmmm ... Ataru ... I think that about puts you out of the running for future Focus of the Month's doesn't it? Hehe.

Pappy's car is downright impressive from all angles and he definitely deserves this win. This thread is about his win, not my losses.......

[trahma]

WAIT A SECOND.... I thought o2designs was in the last vote???

[Pappy]

I nominate o2designs.....

[Phacade]

'grats Pappy, your car looks simply great!

[Reedicus26]

Wow!

That is an amazing focus. Definitely on my top 3 list! Some amazing details that really set that car apart. Congratulations!

[nepa03focus]

wow i could look at that car all day long.

[focalized31]

Damn it i want color matchd MACHS

[FORDSVTPARTS]

Congratulations Pappy, You deserve it after all your hard work.

Just so everyone knows, this car is home built. Pappy has done virtually all the work on this car himself, it wasn't done with a checkbook and a telephone.

Nice job!

BTW- Needs a tint

[SVT3658]

congrats, that's a beautiful car

[guitarseth]

Originally Posted by FORDSVTPARTS

BTW- Needs a tint

I was actually just going to post how clean it is without tint on it.

Pappy, the car is definitely an inspiration to me. Congrats!

[02_SVT_Focus]

Awesome Awesome Car.

[Pappy]

Originally Posted by FORDSVTPARTS

Congratulations Pappy, You deserve it after all your hard work.

Just so everyone knows, this car is home built. Pappy has done virtually all the work on this car himself, it wasn't done with a checkbook and a telephone.

Nice job!

BTW- Needs a tint

Haha thanks Steve.

Yep I've done everything myself (and with the occasional hand of a friend or two). Only things that I didn't do myself, was painting, the alignment, and the tune.



Thanks again everyone. Glad you like it!