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Hi, Alfa02 here, I know we'll talked on BaT, and here. On your BRG 427 street car, (ERA?) what did the glove box pull handle come from? I found the same one on their web site, but couldn't find a part# or price. I don't want the T-handle like Cobra Restorer sell, just a simple round one. Thanks Tom. I was going to Befriend you, that OK?
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11-30-2016 07:40 AM - permalinkstrictlypersonlThe caliper brackets are done. $150 for the pair, including special low-head bolts. I just need your contact and credit card (Visa/MC) info.
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Thanks for the compliments. There is a rather lengthy and rambling build thread in the ERA forum. You should be able to find it under "Progress on #782). I think this link will work to my Photobucket account.
1. Dec 2009 Pre-delivery Pictures From ERA Photo by dclemans | Photobucket
It is ERA's standard 427 body. As such the flares are not quite correct even for the wide hip street car. The street car with wide hips didn't have the slight flare around the front of the rear wheel opening - which would not have been a lot of work to have fixed but I didn't. Also the front openings have a little too much pronounced flare at the rear bottom. There is a thread running in All Cobra Talk currently where Metalmorphis is creating a narrow hip 427 street roadster and he plans to produce and sell the fender pieces to convert an ERA. That would be a nice modification to the ERA.
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Not over yet. I returned to the shop regarding one of the seams on the front as I mentioned in my earlier message below. The owner/installer agreed that it needs to be replaced so we will be scheduling time to get that done. The rest of the job looks good. Still need some good hot sun to help a few minor installation marks disappear. I'm told that is normal. Only time will tell at this point.
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I meant to post regarding this but didn't get to it yet. The xPEL film has no orange peel at all and is hard to see on the car. From what I understand, the 3M film has orange peel purposely to better match production car finishes. Since our cars don't have orange peel, I think the xPEL is the better choice. My rear fender spats are as close to invisible as can be. I had the doors covered entirely and there is no difference in the finish as a result. I'm no expert, but am happy with my results. That said, one of the front pieces on my car is more visible than the other at the seam. Supposedly, the bit of cloudiness will fade when it dries thoroughly. If not, I'll visit the shop to see what can be done. This has nothing to do with the file, just the installation.
Kevin
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66gtk liked post by sracer5 On thread : ERA 294 winter upgradesYou guys are wrong ! Upgrade was easy. I used a 100mm paper form I measured and made to relocate and enlarge the holes for the speedometer and tachometer. I then used the paper hole that was aprox....Liked On: 03-23-2019, 09:48 AM
Posted On: 03-22-2019, 08:16 PM66gtk liked post by razerwire On thread : Garage flooring to cover failed epoxyPicture is worth a thousand words. Four post on top of tile. Been rainy here and I forgot how much easier tile floor is to clean up after bringing in wet cars https://imgur.com/a/4r6YSqsLiked On: 03-22-2019, 08:29 AM
Posted On: 03-21-2019, 10:58 PM66gtk liked post by sracer5 On thread : ERA 294 winter upgradesBeen working hard upgrading #294 this winter. I’ve added Avon tires ( had a set of BFG Euro TAs 20 + years old !) , Smiths mechanical gauges , 16 split rim steering wheel and a new plate to keep the...Liked On: 03-20-2019, 08:16 AM
Posted On: 03-19-2019, 11:45 PM66gtk liked post by Mark IV On thread : Superformance buying tips?The SPF has mounts in place for shoulder harnesses so that's an easy upgrade. What is the chassis number? If you PM me the number we can give you a list of things to check. In general you need...Liked On: 03-05-2019, 01:44 PM
Posted On: 03-04-2019, 06:59 AM66gtk liked post by Stefun17 On thread : Craft engineGood evening, I received today a very complete email from Lance who explains the difficulties with their subcontractor, his apologies and his commitment for a shipping date. I am very satisfied and...Liked On: 02-18-2019, 03:22 PM
Posted On: 02-18-2019, 12:00 PMLinks monetized by VigLink66gtk liked post by vntgspd On thread : Spare Tire Hold DownThe tire is a 165 R15. The wheel is probably 4.5-5" wide. The combo is very light...well under 20lbs in my estimation.Liked On: 02-14-2019, 08:47 AM
Posted On: 02-13-2019, 12:45 PM66gtk liked post by SnakeDoc On thread : Minnesota Cobra ClubFinally made it to the Upper Midwest Shelby SAAc meeting on Saturday. Very welcoming group. Brought a friend along who is between Mustangs to do some interpretation for me as I am basically a...Liked On: 01-28-2019, 03:14 PM
Posted On: 01-28-2019, 10:50 AM66gtk liked post by David Kirkham On thread : 289FIA Kirkham @ Barrett-Jackson ScottsdaleMy disagreement is based on over 25 years in this industry. At least with Kirkhams, non-original motors absolutely kill the resale value of our cars in every instance I have seen. We had three of...Liked On: 01-23-2019, 03:17 PM
Posted On: 01-22-2019, 11:38 PM66gtk liked post by David Kirkham On thread : 289FIA Kirkham @ Barrett-Jackson ScottsdaleSorry to hear your car didn't sell for what you wanted. I think all of us have heard stories of cars selling both high and low at auctions. As with most things, it can be a roll of the dice. There...Liked On: 01-21-2019, 07:19 AM
Posted On: 01-20-2019, 07:57 PM66gtk liked post by strictlypersonl On thread : windwing screw specIf you are going to replace any screws, make sure that the new ones are not longer than the original ones. If the screw is too long, it might touch the windshield glass - which will eventually crack....Liked On: 01-11-2019, 08:14 AM
Posted On: 01-11-2019, 06:02 AM66gtk liked post by Mark IV On thread : MN wants to inspect and re-vin a Contemporary cobra.Some states consider the category "special construction" or "constructed" as used for many kits, to be "re-constructed" and therefor a branded/salvage title. As Maine is a state that assigns a VIN...Liked On: 01-10-2019, 12:28 PM
Posted On: 01-10-2019, 08:59 AM66gtk liked post by bobcowan On thread : How do you answer, "Is it real?"Q: "Is it real?" A: "You see it too?"Liked On: 01-09-2019, 07:21 AM
Posted On: 01-08-2019, 09:47 PM66gtk liked post by patrickt On thread : Is the Backdraft market soft?Yep, got passed the other day by a beautiful XKE with an old guy behind the wheel. License plate: VIAGUARLiked On: 01-08-2019, 09:14 PM
Posted On: 01-08-2019, 04:05 PM66gtk liked post by Gasdoc On thread : Gasdoc's ERA build - #813Hi guys. Boy, time certainly does fly by. I’m alive and well. No life altering events! I did finish the car and have around 3000 miles on it now. It took me about 5 months to put it together. ...Liked On: 01-04-2019, 10:46 AM
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