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Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 09-06-2010, 03:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,628
Posted By duke
I located in Southeast Wisconsin. Tried two...

I located in Southeast Wisconsin.
Tried two cams in the first block then had a new short block built up assuming there was a alighment issue. Transfered the heads and intake. Did check the push...
Forum: 429/460 Engine Talk 09-06-2010, 06:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 11,628
Posted By duke
460 Cam /Lifter Failure Again, HELP!

I have now lost my second engine and third cam in a Ford 460. All failed in less the 100 miles. Lifter ground down and cam lobe.Not sure what I am doing wrong.

First Engine had Comp Cam and...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 08-01-2010, 04:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,297
Posted By duke
I started with a copper 4 core radiator and it...

I started with a copper 4 core radiator and it overheated badly. A Mustang Griffin Radiator will bolt right in with a minor spacer. $585 from Summit. Running a 514cu in /550HP Big Block. Stays...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 07-11-2010, 06:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,227
Posted By duke
I tried two sets of seat but they did not firt...

I tried two sets of seat but they did not firt well in the B&B. By the shells from Bryan and go to a good fabric shop. Comfort is all in the foam. Gel or ensolite ($$) base then layer softer...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 09-05-2009, 06:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,886
Posted By duke
Finished my Cobra last summer and went through...

Finished my Cobra last summer and went through same issue with springs. Have a big block, started with the 500# 8" springs, drove like a rock. Moved to 375# 10" with great ride and proper height. ...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 02-10-2009, 09:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,074
Posted By duke
put a passenger roll bar in my b&b. Agree with...

put a passenger roll bar in my b&b. Agree with advice on welding mentioned above. Only issue was you need to cut quite a bit of the fiberglass trunk liner to add the passenger bar. I ended up...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 08-26-2008, 12:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,988
Posted By duke
Cockpit Cover Alternative

Like most Cobra owners I don't plan on driving the car in the rain and was looking for a simple cockpit cover. I also did not want to carve up the body with a bunch of ferrells and lift the dot...
Forum: Shop Talk 08-01-2008, 07:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 954
Posted By duke
Top Components

Thanks for reply. Looking for the top bow that fits over the windshield and the top to windscreen latchs. How do I contact you?
Forum: Shop Talk 07-31-2008, 10:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 954
Posted By duke
Convertible Top Components

Can anyone advise where to buy the convertible top bows and latchs? Finishline no long has them available. I have a B&B and top is fine but damaged the bows.
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 07-26-2008, 06:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,670
Posted By duke
Radiator

I don't know what the capacity is of the radiator from B&B.
The 77-78 Mustang II radiators have the brackets and support structure to mount to the B&B front clip. They are also narrow enough to...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 07-04-2008, 06:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,238
Posted By duke
Heater Control

The heater needs a on / off flow control valve in the outlet heater hose line. There are cable and vacuum operated valves from any auto parts store. You can go to www.vintageair.com, look in their...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 06-08-2008, 07:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,822
Posted By duke
power brakes

Cobras are very light and I really don't see a need for power brakes. I used the Wilwood 11" rear brake asssembly that bolts right to the ford axle and has a built in parking brake. Speedway part...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 03-28-2008, 01:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,020
Posted By duke
Steering Wheel Dish

I would suggest that you cut the dash and fully mount the steering column. Include the u-joints and make sure the everything turns with no interference. Then drop on the body. You want to make...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 03-16-2008, 11:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,774
Posted By duke
Filling Gaps

Nice job glassing in the gaps. I painted my body off the car and am having had a tough time glassing in the gaps. I think I sealed everything except the cowl to dash. I put a hose on a tube of seam...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 01-26-2008, 05:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,498
Posted By duke
Interior

I updated and posted a few pics to my build site. Showed carpet layout. For the tunnel, doors, floor , and side areas made hardboard panels, glued on insulation and carpet. A lot of cut and fit...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 01-26-2008, 03:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,307
Posted By duke
Heater

Here posted a few photos to build page. I pushed the heater and all electrical up under the dash. Makes a very clean engine compartment with no visible wires. AN hose and fittings in the engine...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 01-17-2008, 07:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,498
Posted By duke
I agree the interior was difficult. Needed to...

I agree the interior was difficult. Needed to make quite a few patterns and panels for fill and cover all the gaps. Used dynamat over most of the interior. Purchased high end carpet and had it...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 12-05-2007, 06:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 985
Posted By duke
B&B gives you a lot of flexibility on what you...

B&B gives you a lot of flexibility on what you get in their kits so you can build it the way you want. Suggest staying with their spindles so the front end geometry stays intact. You can use a...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 11-20-2007, 08:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,212
Posted By duke
I put 10-15 miles on the car and then sent it to...

I put 10-15 miles on the car and then sent it to paint. Comes back next week. For the short rides they worked great. Really brings the car to a stop quick without excessive pedal pressure.
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 11-13-2007, 04:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,305
Posted By duke
seat mounting

Thanks for the help. I had to cut off the inside belt tabs since they were 3-1/2" from the tunnel and the seats would not fit. Someone got the dimensions wrong when they welded them on. Bolted the...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 11-04-2007, 06:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,305
Posted By duke
Seat Mounting

Working on the interior and I am having trouble mounting the seats. Using the B&B seat shells.
Are they mounted perpendicular to the rear bulk head or on an angle?
Do they mount all the back...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 10-02-2007, 03:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,443
Posted By duke
Getting the body on straight is pretty critical...

Getting the body on straight is pretty critical and mine from the factory was offset almost 1". There are a number of other B&B posts on the subject. I aligned the body fender lips to the tires...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 09-30-2007, 10:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,261
Posted By duke
Big Block Cooling

I don't have a lot of hours on mine yet but in a 90 degree day it does not go over 200 degrees at a stop light. Its is a 460 BB just under 500HP. Used a copper brass US Radiator desert cool...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 08-31-2007, 12:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,754
Posted By duke
Just finished the seats using the B&B shells and...

Just finished the seats using the B&B shells and they feel pretty good. Per previous posts the key is the foam! For the back I used 1/4" closed cell high density foam for the base layer. This is...
Forum: B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan Anderson 08-29-2007, 08:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,274
Posted By duke
Once you bleed the brakes and get a firm pedal it...

Once you bleed the brakes and get a firm pedal it should stay that way. It should not go soft over time. Make sure you do not have any leaks. The master cylinder must be bleed down. If you have a...
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