ccsl7578 Posted August 10, 2013 Report Share Posted August 10, 2013 Hey Jer, I just read an email from Ford Racing dated 8/8 that said they have a limited supply of GT500KR parts for sale. The 18 x 9 1/2" wheels, shifter kit, brake cooling kit and suspension parts. They say to contact FRPP dealers for availability and prices. That sounds like a dealer mark-up to me.... just saying. How did FRPP obtain these and not SPP? Did anyone else receive this? Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry T Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 Good question .... I was wondering as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffJ Posted August 12, 2013 Report Share Posted August 12, 2013 There's a couple threads from a week ago on this. Parts have been selling heavy on ebay: http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php/topic/82039-ford-racing-to-offer-gt500kr-wheels-for-sale/?hl=gt500kr http://www.teamshelby.com/forums/index.php/topic/82038-ford-racing-to-offer-gt500kr-wheels-for-sale/?hl=gt500kr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccsl7578 Posted August 13, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2013 Thanks JeffJ! Sorry, I missed those threads last week. For anyone wanting a set of wheels that look VERY similar to the KR wheels... check out the SS fully polished wheels from True Forged... and you can get them in any offset and width. Pretty expensive though!! But they look awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffJ Posted August 13, 2013 Report Share Posted August 13, 2013 I'm still a bit confused about how Ford had these wheels and not Shelby. I thought the wheels were added at Shelby when the KR's were done? However, I'm guessing that Ford needed a supply of wheels for warrantee or replacement part needs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelbyville Posted August 16, 2013 Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 What happened to KR parts ONLY being sold to registered KR owners? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard m.switzer Posted August 16, 2013 Report Share Posted August 16, 2013 just wait until they sale the hood , Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted August 19, 2013 Report Share Posted August 19, 2013 I'm still a bit confused about how Ford had these wheels and not Shelby. I thought the wheels were added at Shelby when the KR's were done? However, I'm guessing that Ford needed a supply of wheels for warrantee or replacement part needs? That is correct. Ford owns lots of parts that were used to build KRs, and have chosen to sell them down. Jer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
belltr Posted August 27, 2013 Report Share Posted August 27, 2013 It would Have been nice if FORD notified the KR owners first, to give us a chance to get them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Beyond Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 So...does this mean that there won't be any spare parts available for us KR owners in the future? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyKR664 Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 (edited) I hope not. I feeI need to start buying any KR parts that come up. Edit: I have bought several KR only parts since this started. Wheels, shocks, diff cover etc.... Edited September 27, 2014 by ShelbyKR664 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TurboGT Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 If you thought the Alcoas were expensive before - just wait until this supply dries up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DubbsFaris Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 This would be the "flip side" to owning a special Shelby. I absolutely love the KR, but Im done with mistaking a collector car with a driver's car. I speak from experience. I hope the best for KR parts for my KR friends. Its not the King of the Road for nothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Beyond Posted August 28, 2013 Report Share Posted August 28, 2013 (edited) This would be the "flip side" to owning a special Shelby. I absolutely love the KR, but Im done with mistaking a collector car with a driver's car. I speak from experience. I hope the best for KR parts for my KR friends. Its not the King of the Road for nothing. I'm seriously thinking of selling my KR. I don't want to deal with Shelby if and when I need replacement parts. I don't drive it much for obvious reasons. It takes all the fun out of enjoying the car. I'm thinking of getting into a 2013/2014 GT500 where "collector car" does not apply (due to it's higher production #s) and replacement parts are only a Ford dealer away. Edited August 28, 2013 by Captain Beyond Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 I'm seriously thinking of selling my KR. I don't want to deal with Shelby if and when I need replacement parts. I don't drive it much for obvious reasons. It takes all the fun out of enjoying the car. I'm thinking of getting into a 2013/2014 GT500 where "collector car" does not apply (due to it's higher production #s) and replacement parts are only a Ford dealer away. Have you had a bad experience getting parts for your car? I have everything in stock, so let me know if you have other concerns. Email me directly at JerG@ShelbyAmerican.com. Jer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Beyond Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Have you had a bad experience getting parts for your car? I have everything in stock, so let me know if you have other concerns. Email me directly at JerG@ShelbyAmerican.com. Jer That's good to know. Thanks Jer. :beerchug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake Handler Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 It would Have been nice if FORD notified the KR owners first, to give us a chance to get them.You can still get the parts if you buy them now. Everything is still available. I could understand your argument if the parts were all sold out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ford Fest Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 (edited) Looking for a single KR wheel cap. Anyone have one for sale or recommend where to get one? Edited August 30, 2013 by Ford Fest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted August 30, 2013 Report Share Posted August 30, 2013 Contact Jer. He has all the parts in stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted August 31, 2013 Report Share Posted August 31, 2013 Contact Jer. He has all the parts in stock. Yup. Got a pile of them. Call 702 405 3500, ask for Brian Turner. Jer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KR09 Posted September 2, 2013 Report Share Posted September 2, 2013 That's odd, I called and spoke to Wendy last week trying to get a set and was told that they were restricted parts and would not be sold without a police report or photo of damage. I ended up purchasing a set from eBay at a premium. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted September 3, 2013 Report Share Posted September 3, 2013 That's odd, I called and spoke to Wendy last week trying to get a set and was told that they were restricted parts and would not be sold without a police report or photo of damage. I ended up purchasing a set from eBay at a premium. Thanks! OUCH! Sorry about that! Send me an email, and I'll do my best to make it up to you. Jer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frank bullitt Posted September 3, 2013 Report Share Posted September 3, 2013 Jer, Now that Ford has released a bunch of KR parts, is it any easier to get replacement stripes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted September 3, 2013 Report Share Posted September 3, 2013 Jer, Now that Ford has released a bunch of KR parts, is it any easier to get replacement stripes? The procedure is to just call us and place your order... ask for Brian Turner. Jer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KR09 Posted September 3, 2013 Report Share Posted September 3, 2013 Thank you for addressing the issue Jer and please thank Bill as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jer Posted September 3, 2013 Report Share Posted September 3, 2013 Will do. I appreciate you reaching out so I could make it right for you. Jer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheppd01 Posted September 4, 2013 Report Share Posted September 4, 2013 Jer, Now that Ford has released a bunch of KR parts, is it any easier to get replacement stripes? Oh those can be found on eBay as well.... The seller has a couple colors available. http://www.ebay.com/itm/221236616138?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grabber Posted September 4, 2013 Report Share Posted September 4, 2013 I know a farmdog that makes them too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
07SGT4578 Posted September 4, 2013 Report Share Posted September 4, 2013 I just ordered a set of the KR wheels. Two sets remaining. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zachman Posted September 4, 2013 Report Share Posted September 4, 2013 Way to go Chris. Going on your GT? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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