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powerbyford
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Last Activity: 11-30-2022 11:35 AM

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  • About powerbyford
    Zip Code
    48184
    Biography
    Battery Fabrication Technologist, Ford Motor Company
    State
    MI
    Country
    United States
    Cobra Make, Engine
    87 Mustang, 5.0/Holley/T5
    Ride
    F150s and Mustangs
    Engine type and displacement
    Windsor, 302
    Track Name
    Milan Dragway, Milan, MI

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  • Last Activity: 11-30-2022 11:35 AM
  • Join Date: 02-16-2018

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    powerbyford liked post by cycleguy55 On thread : New guy
    The car pictured doesn't have FIA-style doors - those look like slab side doors to me. It looks like a slab side that was modified - particularly the rear wheel wells and flares.
    Liked On: 02-21-2018, 11:21 AM
    Posted On: 02-21-2018, 10:33 AM
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    powerbyford liked post by PNJSNAK On thread : New guy
    Okay, straight line stuff, no road course. Straight rear axle, 289 slab side body, rectangular steel tube frame, 9 Ford 9” rear end. A & C only supplies the 427 body style. If the “Dragon Snake”...
    Liked On: 02-21-2018, 08:07 AM
    Posted On: 02-21-2018, 07:58 AM
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    powerbyford liked post by 1795 On thread : New guy
    Looks to be a combo to me. Front is slab side and rear is more like an FIA, but not quite there. Looks like fender flares were added to change a slab side to accept larger rear wheels. Take a look...
    Liked On: 02-21-2018, 08:05 AM
    Posted On: 02-21-2018, 07:47 AM
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    powerbyford liked post by keezling On thread : What Made You Buy Or Build You Cobra ?
    I'll spare you all the usual fulfilment of a life long dream story. It was the direct result of the end of a thirty year marriage, and a very special middle finger raised to my ex.
    Liked On: 02-20-2018, 08:37 AM
    Posted On: 12-18-2017, 02:16 PM
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    powerbyford liked post by Alfa02 On thread : What Made You Buy Or Build You Cobra ?
    1963, Kent Wa. (Pacific Raceway) SCCA race. My father was a Pit Marshall, me a 8Yo motorhead. Shelby send 3-Cobra (Car# 97,98,99) to clean the NW Corvette's clock's and pick-up easy point's for the...
    Liked On: 02-20-2018, 08:36 AM
    Posted On: 12-17-2017, 01:05 PM
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    powerbyford liked post by Dirty Harry On thread : What Made You Buy Or Build You Cobra ?
    When I was a much younger guy, I became thoroughly captivated with the Cobra. I can't put my finger on it, but maybe there was something about the prominent, bulging headlights, the slender waist,...
    Liked On: 02-20-2018, 08:35 AM
    Posted On: 12-17-2017, 11:03 AM
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    powerbyford liked post by olddog On thread : What Made You Buy Or Build You Cobra ?
    I wanted it. I did not need it. I just wanted it. I once explained the life cycle of the American male. Shortly after birth they begin playing with toy cars. In their, teens, all they are...
    Liked On: 02-20-2018, 08:34 AM
    Posted On: 12-16-2017, 10:43 PM
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    powerbyford liked post by cycleguy55 On thread : chassis plans
    COBRA BLUEPRINTS 427 Cobra Chassis Nine pages completely detailed and dimensioned prints of the 427 Cobra chassis with all suspension pick up points and differential locating brackets, plus...
    Liked On: 02-20-2018, 05:52 AM
    Posted On: 01-31-2018, 02:20 PM
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    powerbyford liked post by RB60 On thread : New guy
    Another manufacturer you might consider is Unique Motorcars. Granted, I bought mine completed, but it seems very solid and of good quality. They have kits in various stages (along with turn keys) and...
    Liked On: 02-20-2018, 04:13 AM
    Posted On: 02-20-2018, 04:11 AM
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    powerbyford liked post by 40k Later On thread : New guy
    You sound like a builder and not a buyer. The staff at Factory Five are all outstanding and their product is outstanding and well supported. I would definitely recommend them. Buying someone else's...
    Liked On: 02-20-2018, 03:10 AM
    Posted On: 02-19-2018, 08:51 PM
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    powerbyford liked post by Bondurant On thread : Shelby related pictures....Cobra, Daytona Coupe, GT40, GT350
    Here's Bob Bondurant at Murray Racing in Colorado this last summer, reunited with Ford GT/104 that he raced at Daytona in 1965 with Richie Ginther. Parked behind GT/104, is the sister car and '65...
    Liked On: 02-19-2018, 09:45 AM
    Posted On: 01-08-2016, 08:26 PM
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    powerbyford liked post by 1795 On thread : New guy
    Welcome aboard! Plenty of people with Factory Fives on this forum to give you help and suggestions. Good luck with your potential project.
    Liked On: 02-19-2018, 05:54 AM
    Posted On: 02-16-2018, 07:50 AM
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    powerbyford liked post by Trubble On thread : New guy
    Welcome Jason! As another new guy, I can tell you that you'll find plenty of good info here. Good luck with the project. Bill
    Liked On: 02-19-2018, 05:54 AM
    Posted On: 02-16-2018, 11:26 AM
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    powerbyford liked post by DanEC On thread : New guy
    Welcome Jason. It sounds like you should be a pretty fair mechanic so a Factory Five car build should not be any problem for you. If a 427 Dragon Snake recreation is your goal, the live rear axle...
    Liked On: 02-19-2018, 05:54 AM
    Posted On: 02-16-2018, 11:57 AM
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    powerbyford liked post by Ron61 On thread : New guy
    Jason, Welcome to the site and it sounds as if you have a very good idea of what you want to do. I hope that you will keep us informed as you go along with your hopefully soon upcoming project....
    Liked On: 02-19-2018, 05:54 AM
    Posted On: 02-16-2018, 01:21 PM
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