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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 cycleguy55 On thread : Ross ERA 427 SC buildSounds like a great plan! Does that oil cooler have a thermostat? If it were my build I'd put one in to allow the oil to reach operating temperature as quickly as possible. Just my $0.02.Liked On: 04-05-2018, 10:14 AM
Posted On: 04-05-2018, 10:10 AM66gtk liked post by strictlypersonl On thread : Tire sizes50/50 that 255-60 is going to rub on the front. I recommend the smaller 235-60s. The smaller tire is a better fit to the 7.5" rims too.Liked On: 03-25-2018, 03:33 PM
Posted On: 03-25-2018, 12:05 PM66gtk liked post by Iluvspeed On thread : Removing side pipesCycleguy.... Probably going to go with this company: Classic Chambered Exhaust Inc. - Cobra (http://www.classicchambered.com/classic/cobra.html) I've used them before on other builds, and I...Liked On: 03-12-2018, 12:38 PM
Posted On: 03-10-2018, 11:49 AM66gtk liked post by Ivygreen65 On thread : Starting my 289 build...Thanks for the support and positive comments. My engine/trans combo will be a 289 hipo rebuild with a toploader 4 speed. That's part of the reason I decided to build this car - I had the engine and...Liked On: 03-08-2018, 08:48 PM
Posted On: 03-08-2018, 07:19 AM66gtk liked post by Cobalt289 On thread : Building ERA Slabside #3012Your car looks fantastic! Don't want to add to your to-do list, but I suggest you paint the underside of the spare tire try black at some point before it's all put together. ...Liked On: 03-08-2018, 04:14 PM
Posted On: 03-07-2018, 12:46 PMLinks monetized by VigLink66gtk liked post by DanEC On thread : 427 FE questionIf you hear from Peter via email it's an imposter. Email Bob or John and you will get a response. Congratulations on the car.Liked On: 03-01-2018, 07:27 AM
Posted On: 03-01-2018, 06:19 AM66gtk liked post by strictlypersonl On thread : Routing of Brake Reservior Lines in 427 ERABetter picture. :3DSMILE: The lines have a small spring clamp where they connect with the reservoir. http://www.erareplicas.com/427man/brakes/feedlines.jpgLiked On: 02-19-2018, 11:28 AM
Posted On: 01-05-2004, 08:06 AM66gtk liked post by blykins On thread : Bear Block Motors price and machiningI know guys that will pull an engine block out of a salvage yard, run a dingle berry hone through it, assemble, and run it. It will run but it won’t be right. There are ZERO aftermarket blocks...Liked On: 01-18-2018, 09:16 AM
Posted On: 01-18-2018, 05:06 AM66gtk liked post by 2bars On thread : How to askNow I like that!Liked On: 01-18-2018, 08:59 AM
Posted On: 01-17-2018, 09:03 PM66gtk liked post by twobjshelbys On thread : Bondurant tribute carsKirkham currently makes Shelby CSX alloy cars. This has been discussed many times here. Is your assertion of McClusky's involvement first hand knowledge? It's not published widely who is...Liked On: 01-14-2018, 09:22 AM
Posted On: 01-13-2018, 04:39 PM66gtk liked post by twobjshelbys On thread : Bondurant tribute carsUnwinding the Shelby American/SPF/HiTech/Hillbank is easiest to think of HiTech as a manufacturer of components used to build Superformance and Shelby Cobras. They have few if any interchangeable...Liked On: 01-14-2018, 09:20 AM
Posted On: 01-13-2018, 02:35 PM66gtk liked post by cdnus On thread : QuickJackIf you have to use jack stands to feel safe, a $100.00 floor jack will do the same thing.Liked On: 01-10-2018, 06:34 PM
Posted On: 01-10-2018, 04:48 PM66gtk liked post by SN8K IS Wife On thread : Cobra Owner WannabeMy husband picked up his dream car of 50 years in September 2016. We picked it up and drive it home 785 miles. Even brand new there are small problems oil leaks, smith gauges need I say more, brake...Liked On: 01-02-2018, 08:25 PM
Posted On: 01-02-2018, 07:46 PM66gtk liked post by nobby On thread : Vintage wheelsThanks for the info wolf k. Wonder if tire stickers kept the dimensions of your final letters for anyone else to order?Liked On: 12-21-2017, 04:58 PM
Posted On: 12-21-2017, 04:28 PM66gtk liked post by DanEC On thread : Lower Radiator Hose & Pipe - ERA 289 FIADo you know if you have a spring in your lower hose to keep it from collapsing under suction? I found an old one and used in mine when I put it together which sort of stiffened the hose up a little....Liked On: 12-20-2017, 02:44 PM
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