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FredG
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Last Activity: 11-10-2025 05:59 PM

About Me

About FredG

Zip Code

07731

Biography

Retired State Trooper. HS Engineering teacher.

City

Howell

State

NJ

Interests

Cars, guns & golf

Country

United States

Cobra Make, Engine

Backdraft Car #1209 Roush 427R

Engine type and displacement

Roush 427R

Major modifications

Carbon Dash, Aluminum Gas Tank, Vibration reducing steering dampener,

Tranny type

TKO 600

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03-11-2023 02:24 AM - permalink
Gone

Hey Fred what year and model of z3 did you use for the power steering rack?
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01-07-2021 10:07 PM - permalink
Gus M

Hello Fred, I'm thinking of having another BDR or Superformance. Not sure, but if I did, thinking about the Roush 427R or the SR. I see you have the R. For a weekend driver, is a R or SR preferred? Gus
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04-01-2020 12:03 AM - permalink
lomdel

Hi FredG. I heard from a member on this forum that you recently removed your Backdraft's dash to replace something. I need a photo of the wiper assembly behind the dash, please. Especially to see the rods and arms how they are orientated. Can you help? lomdel@mweb.co.za
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02-17-2020 01:10 PM - permalink
Pastormajorquin

Thank you for the pictures!
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02-16-2020 12:47 AM - permalink
Pastormajorquin

Hello FredG!
Do you have any pictures for me of your vintage air heater? I did order one allready and asked in the forum for pictures, where it is installed!
Would be glad to get some pictures.
Thanks from germany
Marc
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10-20-2019 08:50 PM - permalink
FredG

If you don't mind, I might pick your brain on the set up down the road. The original owner of my car installed electric steering which is wonderful to drive but seriously affects the steering response. In order to install electric steering units, the column must be cut and shortened. I will be removing the dash over the winter to install a carbon fiber one so I will have full access to the unit. From there I will decide about removing it.

Fred
10-17-2019 06:13 PM - permalink
spdbrake

Thank you. No still manual rack.
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Last Activity: 11-10-2025 05:59 PM
Join Date: 09-04-2018

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FredG liked post by Bruce.huling On thread : What makes a REAL Cobra?

Is it real? That’s a winner.
Liked On: 09-06-2021, 01:55 PM
Posted On: 09-05-2021, 09:51 PM
FredG liked post by Unique427 On thread : What makes a REAL Cobra?

Or my personal favorite: "Those have to be the widest tires I've ever seen on a Miata!!"
Liked On: 09-06-2021, 01:55 PM
Posted On: 09-05-2021, 08:42 PM
FredG liked post by Waitey On thread : Steering Boss splines

Thank you spdbrake. I've just finished your steering column upgrade too over here in the UK, which is a bit more involved getting parts (and import duty!!) etc, but so far its working really well....
Liked On: 08-23-2021, 07:37 PM
Posted On: 08-23-2021, 09:19 AM
FredG liked post by patrickt On thread : Kirkham vs Shelby

A new turnkey CSX/KMS/ERA is going to be six figures, with an aluminum car being significantly higher than a glass car. Last I heard, ERA was backed up about a year; I don't know about CSX/KMS...
Liked On: 07-28-2021, 06:42 PM
Posted On: 07-28-2021, 06:35 PM
FredG liked post by SFSDFGT On thread : New tires/rock chip protection

Thank you all for the good advice. Much appreciated!
Liked On: 07-18-2021, 08:49 PM
Posted On: 07-18-2021, 08:13 PM
FredG liked post by Jeff Hamilton On thread : what causes cooling fan relay failure

I would see how much the fan is drawing.
Liked On: 07-10-2021, 04:57 AM
Posted On: 07-05-2021, 10:47 PM
FredG liked post by bobcowan On thread : Fuel Tank Installation Plastic to Aluminum

Be sure to clean that new tank out really well. Mine was filled with aluminum chips and shavings.
Liked On: 07-06-2021, 11:25 AM
Posted On: 07-06-2021, 07:30 AM
FredG liked post by kitcarbp On thread : Whats the best Oil Thermostat to upgrade to?

Ed, Fred, thanks for this info, improved racing seems to have very high quality products. Never knew about them before your post! Properly engineered products. Bill
Liked On: 06-04-2021, 11:03 AM
Posted On: 06-04-2021, 06:45 AM
FredG liked post by 1SwtRide On thread : Vintage Motorsports Mayhem - More Videos of Pocono Roll Racing

Hey all - I haven't been on here in a while, but that doesn't mean I haven't been enjoying my Cobra. A friend recently put together this YouTube video of my Vintage Motorsports built Backdraft...
Liked On: 05-26-2021, 06:41 PM
Posted On: 05-26-2021, 02:58 PM
FredG liked post by Cashburn On thread : Vintage - status of coyote with 10spd auto

We are still building it. Having to make the transmission tunnel taller for the shifter and also sourcing a different torque converter. Also working with Speedhut to make a shift indicator gauge...
Liked On: 05-10-2021, 07:55 PM
Posted On: 05-10-2021, 03:33 PM
FredG liked post by patrickt On thread : Heat Shield for Brake Master Cylinder

That's a beautiful job. A+ :cool:
Liked On: 04-29-2021, 08:17 PM
Posted On: 04-29-2021, 04:21 PM
FredG liked post by MFE III On thread : Heat Shield for Brake Master Cylinder

I did something very similiar, but I made two pieces and sandwiched some Thermo-Tec heat shield between the two....
Liked On: 04-23-2021, 04:42 PM
Posted On: 04-23-2021, 10:42 AM
FredG liked post by blykins On thread : Race Cam selection

I'm not trying to toot my own horn, so please don't take it that way. However, I don't generally give out camshafts specs on race cams, because most guys post publicly on forums, and that's...
Liked On: 04-20-2021, 09:53 AM
Posted On: 04-19-2021, 01:09 PM
FredG liked post by spdbrake On thread : Remote Reservoirs

Right you are there sir.
Liked On: 03-28-2021, 12:03 PM
Posted On: 03-28-2021, 10:40 AM
FredG liked post by spdbrake On thread : Remote Reservoirs

Great job Fred, Clean install. BTW Iconic sells a heat shield for the Brake and clutch masters. Works great to keep them from cooking in traffic. ...
Liked On: 03-28-2021, 09:37 AM
Posted On: 03-27-2021, 10:14 AM

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