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Chilibit
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ALL COBRA TALK
02-28-2022, 03:22 PM
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Hoist cable shreaded!
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473
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Chilibit
Rotary was welding its own in Madison, Indiana...
Rotary was welding its own in Madison, Indiana when I bought mine in 2006. They will also inspect and certify their lifts on your site. I even went to Madison to visit with the welder. I think...
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ALL COBRA TALK
01-11-2021, 02:13 PM
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Reversing lights
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330
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Chilibit
"so I gutted a cheap USB car charger, mounted...
"so I gutted a cheap USB car charger, mounted that in a small plastic pill bottle and wired it in to provide 5 volts to the backup lights. The flashlights and the USB charger came from a local dollar...
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ALL COBRA TALK
01-11-2021, 06:38 AM
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Starter query
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75
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Chilibit
I would not assume that. Look at what spdbrake...
I would not assume that. Look at what spdbrake suggested.
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ALL COBRA TALK
07-29-2020, 06:06 PM
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Oil Themostat
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397
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Chilibit
Once the motor is warmed up I just run more RPMs...
Once the motor is warmed up I just run more RPMs to hover around 90-100C. And I don't think it needs to run 'hot' all the time. If I run for 3 hours and it is hot for only one I am happy. In fact,...
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ALL COBRA TALK
03-11-2020, 07:30 AM
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SE USA Cobra Mechanic / Shop
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72
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Chilibit
I use Olthoff Racing in North Carolina. I have...
I use Olthoff Racing in North Carolina. I have never been less than impressed!
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ALL COBRA TALK
11-22-2019, 08:38 AM
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Oil cooler thermostat
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239
Posted By
Chilibit
I block the air flow to the cooler (a duck tape...
I block the air flow to the cooler (a duck tape veneration) in the dead of winter and otherwise I downshift. RPMs are remarkably effective. I do not have a thermostatically controlled valve. The...
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Superformance
07-23-2019, 06:37 PM
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SPF floor mats
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Chilibit
If I was back in Europe I would just take the...
If I was back in Europe I would just take the existing mats to a shop and have something made to order. I suppose you could do it in the States as well. Have the binding done in the color of your...
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ALL COBRA TALK
06-10-2019, 02:35 PM
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SPF Axles??
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Chilibit
I needed new rear bearings and my first step was...
I needed new rear bearings and my first step was to call Dennis Olthof. In 13 years I have never had to take a second step. Salisbury and Mt Ulla are neighbors.
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ALL COBRA TALK
05-30-2019, 06:47 AM
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Aviation Gas
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Chilibit
Fuel density can change. Molecules obey strong...
Fuel density can change. Molecules obey strong intramolecular forces and do not change size. To change size would require a different atomic construction and then it would be a different molecule. ...
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ALL COBRA TALK
05-29-2019, 05:51 PM
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Aviation Gas
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Chilibit
Volume is unchanged. Mass is unchanged in the...
Volume is unchanged. Mass is unchanged in the float. Gravity changes the weight minutely as we move away from the center of the earth. The fuel becomes slightly less dense also as it is...
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Transmission Talk
05-21-2019, 06:57 AM
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Richmond OD
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Chilibit
The T56 might suit you. I use the .82 TKO and...
The T56 might suit you. I use the .82 TKO and long ago decided I would never "wear out" the motor with use. I have well north of 40k miles and it is happier than ever. If you are trying to save...
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ALL COBRA TALK
04-21-2019, 04:29 PM
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rollbar wind screen
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Chilibit
I use the Kirkey Drag Buckets. They hold you in ...
I use the Kirkey Drag Buckets. They hold you in position better, they protect your head if you go into the Armco backwards and they provide a windscreen for the back of your neck. They also...
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Superformance
03-30-2019, 11:02 AM
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Clutch slave cylinder
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Chilibit
Dennis O recommended this one to me and it has...
Dennis O recommended this one to me and it has worked just fine.
Autozone #12413
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BackDraft Racing ---
03-23-2019, 07:47 PM
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High back seats
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888
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Chilibit
I use the Kirkey Drag Buckets. They allow much...
I use the Kirkey Drag Buckets. They allow much more latitude in seat placement and I find them far more comfortable than the stock seats. Better if you back into the Armco too.
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ALL COBRA TALK
01-19-2019, 04:50 PM
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My snake is slithering
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909
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Chilibit
i would inspect rear wheel bearings Start with...
i would inspect rear wheel bearings Start with right side.
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Texas Cobra Club
10-20-2018, 07:43 AM
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LED help
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Chilibit
I think you are correct. The original relay...
I think you are correct. The original relay triggers on heat generated by current flow and since LEDs don't draw enough current the relay is not triggered. Someone here likely knows the part number...
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Lounge
10-20-2018, 07:34 AM
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GoJaks on RaceDeck Flooring??
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Posted By
Chilibit
The tendency is to focus on the rolling...
The tendency is to focus on the rolling resistance of the small wheels. In my case that was minor. Changing the direction of the 16 wheels (i.e., the pivot) was the killer. Same as the front...
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Lounge
10-18-2018, 03:00 PM
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GoJaks on RaceDeck Flooring??
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Chilibit
I tried them for a while. The dolly wheels...
I tried them for a while. The dolly wheels definitely have a mind of their own as to direction. And getting 16 wheels to agree was way harder than I expected. Your mileage may differ. And that...
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ALL COBRA TALK
10-18-2018, 02:44 PM
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35
Hi 2!!
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2,446
Posted By
Chilibit
So you are running one 17" wheel and three 16"...
So you are running one 17" wheel and three 16" wheels. Somehow, I can see Shelby smiling.
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Superformance
10-14-2018, 08:25 AM
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Superformance ebrake adjustment with brake on drive shaft
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2,383
Posted By
Chilibit
Dennis O set mine. Whatever he does works just...
Dennis O set mine. Whatever he does works just fine. It will hold on a 45 degree slope and releases cleanly. Do I like it? Not very much. It is a parking brake pure and simple. There are times...
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ALL COBRA TALK
09-23-2018, 02:58 PM
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Avon CR6ZZ what tire pressures are you running
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Chilibit
18-20 unless I am on the track. I ran 26 at VIR....
18-20 unless I am on the track. I ran 26 at VIR. My tire wear is perfect. 35 is off my chart.
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Advertisers Forum
09-02-2018, 03:08 PM
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Looking for opinions on offering a Cheetah kit
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Posted By
Chilibit
The notion of choice in this is largely an...
The notion of choice in this is largely an illusion. It's emotion. Choice demands reason. Reason can suck the energy out of emotion. And dreams.
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ALL COBRA TALK
08-24-2018, 11:54 AM
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Traction Control
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1,146
Posted By
Chilibit
Traction control lets you take advantage of the...
Traction control lets you take advantage of the difference between a slipping coefficient of friction and a non-slipping one.
Forum:
ALL COBRA TALK
06-30-2018, 01:17 PM
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22
Tires
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2,093
Posted By
Chilibit
I am on my third set of CZ66s. They wear better...
I am on my third set of CZ66s. They wear better than the 80 rating might suggest on my car used the way I use it. I would not be keen to put anything else on the car. All mine have balanced...
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Suggestions
04-06-2018, 06:17 AM
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11
Tires
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1,455
Posted By
Chilibit
I usually get my sets from SascoSports located at...
I usually get my sets from SascoSports located at VIR. I think both vendors are quite professional.
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