About Me
- About Bxx1
- Zip Code
- 95817
- City
- Sacramento, CA
- Country
- usa
- Cobra Make, Engine
- Superformance 351W to 393 Twisted Wedge Heads, Holley double pumper
- Engine type and displacement
- 351W to 393
- Horsepower
- 895
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Bxx1 liked post by Shootnride On thread : Superformance SpindlesHi Ken, You've definitely made some pretty extensive suspension changes to your car. I notice that we live in the same area. Going to send you a PM. Thanks TedLiked On: 09-09-2014, 12:43 PM
Posted On: 09-09-2014, 06:52 AMBxx1 liked post by Metal-morphous On thread : Morphing a Cobra into the P51 conceptSteve phantom works used paint to create an aluminum effect and the guns on the hood are somewhat over kill if you know what I mean. We are aluminum plating the body with REAL aluminum and like the...Liked On: 09-05-2014, 03:24 PM
Posted On: 08-27-2014, 07:27 AMBxx1 liked post by Clayboy On thread : Cars & Coffee Folsom 9/6/14I'm thinking about C & C tomorrow morning... anyone else? BobLiked On: 09-05-2014, 12:11 PM
Posted On: 09-05-2014, 11:39 AMBxx1 liked post by Jim Kellogg On thread : Mickey ThompsonHere are a couple of photos of the Mickey Thompson S/R tires on my SPF so you can see what they look like. Fronts are 26x10.00R15 Rears are 26x12.00R15 I had to search awhile to find photos of...Liked On: 09-03-2014, 02:56 PM
Posted On: 09-01-2014, 04:21 PMBxx1 liked post by patf11 On thread : 2014 Annual Cobra Release EventBeen attending event the last few years, it is indeed a fun event. Winery owner owns a red era, big surprise considering vine names. Direct email announcement has a critical sentence at the end...Liked On: 08-28-2014, 12:12 PM
Posted On: 08-27-2014, 12:41 PMLinks monetized by VigLinkBxx1 liked post by maurice19 On thread : Teresa`s,Ron, Igofaster, Most guys allow an hour travel from the Sac area, I believe. That is how long my trip takes with one pit stop in Rancho. Dinner is set for 7pm and usually last a couple hours. ...Liked On: 08-28-2014, 11:52 AM
Posted On: 08-27-2014, 06:46 PMBxx1 liked post by CHANMADD On thread : The Real Shelby.This is a must see.....:) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ynl2dJSpEYoLiked On: 08-25-2014, 11:23 AM
Posted On: 08-24-2014, 07:51 PMBxx1 liked post by jhv48 On thread : 427R won't start[QUOTE=DAVID GAGNARD;1315597]Not a stupid question at all, simple answer is take off one spark plug wire,one of the front one's is the easiest to get to,then have a friend or your wife stick their...Liked On: 08-22-2014, 02:34 PM
Posted On: 08-20-2014, 04:42 PMBxx1 liked post by Igofastr On thread : Evaluating a Used EngineSometimes the owner will supply the results of these tests. On a Porsche forum that I frequent, this is commonplace. In fact, without them (or recent documantation of a rebuild), engins are often...Liked On: 08-22-2014, 02:22 PM
Posted On: 08-22-2014, 02:09 PMBxx1 liked post by MOTORHEAD On thread : Evaluating a Used EngineOK, I missed the Cobra part of the question ! My bad . All as mentioned above, plus, if it's a high end motor ($$$$$) send an oil sample out for analysis. They will give you the amounts of different...Liked On: 08-22-2014, 11:15 AM
Posted On: 08-20-2014, 07:28 AMBxx1 liked post by tcabece427 On thread : Evaluating a Used EngineLeak down is a good test to do as others have mentioned. If you can't get the compressor you might do a dry/wet compression test. It's a bit old school but effective. You look for the difference...Liked On: 08-22-2014, 11:15 AM
Posted On: 08-20-2014, 09:04 AMBxx1 liked post by BMEP On thread : Evaluating a Used EngineExcellent advice above. I'd also run it long enough to get it fully up to temperature and then see what noises it makes and watch what the oil pressure does.Liked On: 08-22-2014, 11:15 AM
Posted On: 08-21-2014, 11:36 PMBxx1 liked post by vector1 On thread : Evaluating a Used EngineLook at the coolant, look at the oil, look through radiator fins to see if they look normal. Pressure test the cooling system. Fire it up, watch for smoke, drive it, observe brake and clutch...Liked On: 08-22-2014, 11:15 AM
Posted On: 08-22-2014, 06:12 AMBxx1 liked post by eschaider On thread : Evaluating a Used EngineAs others have alread said a leakdown test and an oil analysis by someone like Blackstone labs. The leak test will tell you the condition of the cylinders and rings and will find problems well in...Liked On: 08-22-2014, 11:15 AM
Posted On: 08-22-2014, 02:16 AMBxx1 liked post by Jaydee On thread : Evaluating a Used EngineIf you do any compression or leak down test. Loosen the plugs 5 or so turns, then retighten and run the engine for 5 minutes. I have seen false readings from carbon deposited on the spark plugs...Liked On: 08-22-2014, 11:15 AM
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