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Chicagowil
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Last Activity: 03-26-2025 03:03 PM

About Me

  • About Chicagowil
    Zip Code
    53147
    Biography
    Engineer by education. Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic as part of my college degree but never worked in Aerospace industry.
    City
    Lake Geneva
    State
    WI
    Interests
    Cars & home design
    Country
    USA
    Cobra Make, Engine
    Classic Roadsters 427, 5.0
    Ride
    Toyo FJ, Genesis G90
    Engine type and displacement
    1990 5.0
    Major modifications
    TFS Heads, Breadbox upper, 83mm MAF
    Tranny type
    T5Z
  • Signature
    Thom
    "Still plays in the garage"!

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  • Last Activity: 03-26-2025 03:03 PM
  • Join Date: 05-25-2015

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  1. undy
    undy liked post by Chicagowil On thread : Avon CR6ZZ tires will continue
    That is why I finally chose 17" wheels for my car. I would have made the investment to convert to a narrowed rear axle to tuck the 15" X 9.5" knock off wheels I had if there would have been a...
    Liked On: 04-27-2024, 07:36 AM
    Posted On: 04-27-2024, 06:42 AM
  2. Mach 1 Fan
    Mach 1 Fan liked post by Chicagowil On thread : Wheels needed
    Trying to figure out what to do for tires & wheels. The CR originally came with 8 X 15 with 255/60/15 tires. The original are justa black center with polished rim. Not very attractive....
    Liked On: 04-03-2024, 08:48 PM
    Posted On: 04-12-2023, 11:03 AM
  3. Hardfacer
    Hardfacer liked post by Chicagowil On thread : CR Hood Latch Box Dimensions
    I have one available. I decided not to use mine. I installed the typical "garage door" handles. Let me know if you want it.
    Liked On: 03-31-2024, 08:19 PM
    Posted On: 03-21-2024, 06:10 AM
  4. rustyrims
    rustyrims liked post by Chicagowil On thread : Wheels needed
    After a winter with travel, health issues and helping friends suffering their own health crisis, I am back on trying to finish my project before summer arrives. One of the items I have struggled...
    Liked On: 03-28-2024, 10:24 PM
    Posted On: 03-28-2024, 09:18 AM
  5. Hardfacer
    Hardfacer liked post by Chicagowil On thread : Headers Sidepipes
    The headers for the CR are very different than any other kit used. And you have the added difficulty of it being a 351 block which locates the headers at a higher position in the engine bay. ...
    Liked On: 01-10-2024, 03:52 AM
    Posted On: 01-09-2024, 09:27 AM
  6. Roylerumble
    Roylerumble liked post by Chicagowil On thread : best shifter and shifter arm for T5
    As acquired, my CRI came with the stock T5 shifted handle for the 90 Mustang, with its dog leg bend coming rearwards. It was too far back to be comfortable. When I reinstalled my powertrain, I had...
    Liked On: 12-10-2023, 06:41 AM
    Posted On: 11-21-2023, 07:46 AM
  7. Tremelune
    Tremelune liked post by Chicagowil On thread : This is why you don't put a Chevy 350 in a Cobra...
    Let's not forget Shelby approached GM first to source a motor for his dream. That said, I do prefer the Ford motors in the replicas.
    Liked On: 12-04-2023, 10:31 PM
    Posted On: 12-02-2023, 08:53 AM
  8. N2Cobras
    N2Cobras liked post by Chicagowil On thread : This is why you don't put a Chevy 350 in a Cobra...
    Let's not forget Shelby approached GM first to source a motor for his dream. That said, I do prefer the Ford motors in the replicas.
    Liked On: 12-02-2023, 08:27 PM
    Posted On: 12-02-2023, 08:53 AM
  9. 440.mustang
    440.mustang liked post by Chicagowil On thread : Front wheel offsets
    I am still wrestling with my choice for wheels. Several years ago, I purchased a set of used 5 pin knock off Cobra II wheels. They came with the adapters. They are front- 7.5 X 15 & rear 9.5 X...
    Liked On: 10-04-2023, 07:56 PM
    Posted On: 10-02-2023, 08:21 PM
  10. 440.mustang
    440.mustang liked post by Chicagowil On thread : Front wheel offsets
    Vintage wheels sells the choice for CR as: Front- 2 x 15 x 8 with 5.0 backspace Rear- 2 x 15 x 10 with 6.0 backspace The wheels that came with the CR kits typically were 15" X 8" with 3.75"...
    Liked On: 09-30-2023, 05:23 PM
    Posted On: 09-30-2023, 08:35 AM
  11. Harpoon PV2
    Harpoon PV2 liked post by Chicagowil On thread : What is the LATEST recognition your Cobra has had recently?
    We recently pulled the trigger on replacing the old, rotting cedar deck boards (no small task- 1200 sqft) with new composite decking. We decided, at my wife's & my age, to have it done by...
    Liked On: 08-31-2023, 09:23 PM
    Posted On: 08-31-2023, 08:36 AM
  12. Alfa02
    Alfa02 liked post by Chicagowil On thread : What is the LATEST recognition your Cobra has had recently?
    We recently pulled the trigger on replacing the old, rotting cedar deck boards (no small task- 1200 sqft) with new composite decking. We decided, at my wife's & my age, to have it done by...
    Liked On: 08-31-2023, 10:44 AM
    Posted On: 08-31-2023, 08:36 AM
  13. 1985 CCX
    1985 CCX liked post by Chicagowil On thread : Allright, how about some new pictures of our cars?
    Love the Starburst wheels!
    Liked On: 08-15-2023, 07:29 AM
    Posted On: 08-13-2023, 08:18 PM
  14. john4337
    john4337 liked post by Chicagowil On thread : Allright, how about some new pictures of our cars?
    Still in process. Came home a couple of months ago from paint. But with summer events/family gatherings, have not been able to finish it....
    Liked On: 08-09-2023, 08:59 AM
    Posted On: 08-08-2023, 05:02 PM
  15. Bird of prey
    Bird of prey liked post by Chicagowil On thread : Allright, how about some new pictures of our cars?
    Still in process. Came home a couple of months ago from paint. But with summer events/family gatherings, have not been able to finish it....
    Liked On: 08-09-2023, 07:02 AM
    Posted On: 08-08-2023, 05:02 PM
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