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Forum: Transmission Talk 03-29-2004, 06:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 747
Posted By John 550
Sorry for your trouble , I would call and ask...

Sorry for your trouble , I would call and ask David Kee toploaders (advertiser on this form)
what the problem is .
On a good note , the trans does come out easy . If you got it from Peter give...
Forum: FE TALK 03-29-2004, 05:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,120
Posted By John 550
I too was told to use Victor Reinz -" nitroseal...

I too was told to use Victor Reinz -" nitroseal " (carbon grafite).
I was told that these will hold up where others will fail .
$30 bucks from Napa
Forum: Coupe Talk 03-27-2004, 12:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,384
Posted By John 550
The sound inside the car may have been part of...

The sound inside the car may have been part of the reason .
Forum: FE TALK 03-19-2004, 03:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,282
Posted By John 550
I have same carb , You may want to put the carb...

I have same carb , You may want to put the carb in the pan , make sure the moving parts
have clearence . (Dremal tool with cut off wheel works good ).
The fuel log I am...
Forum: Parts For Sale 03-13-2004, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 556
Posted By John 550
Try "Cobra Restorers Ltd"

Try "Cobra Restorers Ltd"
Forum: Shop Talk 03-09-2004, 11:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 671
Posted By John 550
I use a 195 in cooler temps , I have been warned...

I use a 195 in cooler temps , I have been warned that I need to keep my block at 180 to keep oil on the cylinder walls . I have tried a 180 but my aluminum radiator / 16 fan makes me use a 195 .
...
Forum: Small Block Talk 03-09-2004, 09:10 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,519
Posted By John 550
Two month warrenty , I would think the builder...

Two month warrenty , I would think the builder would stand behind his work .
Forum: Shop Talk 03-09-2004, 09:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 682
Posted By John 550
Try "Marine - tex" ( two part stuff) to fix case...

Try "Marine - tex" ( two part stuff) to fix case , strong as steel , sands like wood etc . Great for fixing most things
Forum: Parts Wanted 03-05-2004, 06:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 410
Posted By John 550
just in case you don't get any respone

You might try Cobra restorers ltd , they sell restoration parts etc. for Cobras .
Take the parts to a shop .
Forum: ERA---Speak with Bob Putnam 02-13-2004, 06:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 980
Posted By John 550
Yes ,Yes . also , when you put your pipes on...

Yes ,Yes .
also , when you put your pipes on , install and tighten
cyl eight , put one threw seven on loss , line up your
side pipes with the collector pipes . Use grafite gaskets
nappa...
Forum: FE TALK 02-05-2004, 06:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 993
Posted By John 550
Although Some early 80's kits were unbuildable...

Although
Some early 80's kits were unbuildable with common knowledge , I would say bad kit .
As for the FE ,
I would do a 390 build , plenty of power for a 2400-2600 lb car .
Forum: Shop Talk 02-05-2004, 05:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,464
Posted By John 550
If someone has a bad experience with an FE...

If someone has a bad experience with an FE engine , I guess it's ok to say they all just must be junk :o
to bad people get burned , it sure does not smell good .
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 01-27-2004, 03:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,254
Posted By John 550
Looks like an era to me ( got one ) althought ,...

Looks like an era to me ( got one ) althought , did the seller modified the mouth ?
Might make a good spare for me .
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 01-26-2004, 05:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,466
Posted By John 550
One of my first rides with my new engine has...

One of my first rides with my new engine has taken most of the fun out of driving a high powered car.
I could not have go fifty feet , could...
Forum: Small Block Talk 01-22-2004, 03:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,789
Posted By John 550
My nos side oiler is over 25k . I would...

My nos side oiler is over 25k .
I would hope it holds up as good as my UAW chevy 350
in my 93 surb w/170k on it that I beat the piss out of every day .
Forum: FE TALK 01-17-2004, 08:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 889
Posted By John 550
While upgrading my stock valvetrain to Dove , I...

While upgrading my stock valvetrain to Dove , I used one of this sites most respected FE builders , he
told me do not to use the tin pan . Must be a reason .
Forum: FE TALK 01-14-2004, 04:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 889
Posted By John 550
I think . Remove water from radiator . If you put...

I think . Remove water from radiator . If you put engine at cylinder #1 then 45 degress more , this will
reduce most of the pressure off valve train . Get a box and make 16 holes in it to place...
Forum: FE TALK 01-09-2004, 03:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,244
Posted By John 550
I put a 427 in my car this year . When I was...

I put a 427 in my car this year . When I was looking and asking questions on the
aluminum at the time , I found there was some machine work , and other things that
needed to be made right in...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 01-04-2004, 05:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,920
Posted By John 550
...

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Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 01-01-2004, 05:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,169
Posted By John 550
Why not call or email one of the engine builders...

Why not call or email one of the engine builders on this site , they all seem to be great !
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 12-30-2003, 07:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,059
Posted By John 550
Don't forget the Kirkhams are having a"Blue light...

Don't forget the Kirkhams are having a"Blue light special"
Although you should try to get a ride in racer x 's friends car !
Forum: ERA---Speak with Bob Putnam 12-29-2003, 04:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,065
Posted By John 550
The " Finish Line" sells door latches . With...

The " Finish Line" sells door latches .
With side pipe off , if you can get to the dent with tools and get it
red hot with a tortch , you might be able to spoon out your dent .
Forum: FE TALK 12-19-2003, 06:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,216
Posted By John 550
Some points things to consider . What are you...

Some points things to consider . What are you using it for ?

In my opion ... For street / ease of install... shelby , for abuse / race ... Dove / comp ,
and for all out race... jesel , T&D ...
Forum: Texas Cobra Club 12-14-2003, 08:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 790
Posted By John 550
Try E n B or any place that sells replacement...

Try E n B or any place that sells replacement part for a boat . I replaced the one on my boat this year . It looks like it could be converted to be temporary . Check out a boat set up that uses a...
Forum: Texas Cobra Club 12-11-2003, 06:47 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 11,163
Posted By John 550
I think: Airline companys make profits it the...

I think:
Airline companys make profits it the billions , I dont think unions were a problem .
From a safty point of view , I would rather be in an airplane that was maintained by a union shop .
...
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