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bakbutler
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ALL COBRA TALK
02-09-2010, 11:54 AM
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XKE Jaguar IRS Swaybar/Anti-roll bar
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bakbutler
Have sent you an E mail. I hope the pictures come...
Have sent you an E mail. I hope the pictures come out ok
I haven't figured out how to post pictures yet.
Leo
Forum:
ALL COBRA TALK
02-09-2010, 09:33 AM
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XKE Jaguar IRS Swaybar/Anti-roll bar
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8,313
Posted By
bakbutler
Arthur I have a rear anti roll bar supplied by...
Arthur
I have a rear anti roll bar supplied by Ron Butler. It mounts completely different than the one you are showing. Will try to take pics this afternoon.
If you know how to contact Ron, it...
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Arntz/Butler Forum
02-06-2010, 05:00 PM
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Adjusting Brake Bias in Pedal box in the Butler
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bakbutler
My apologies Arthur, I responded to you as Ralph....
My apologies Arthur, I responded to you as Ralph.
When I set my balance bar it was far from scientific. I moved the sleeve to what I felt (eye balled) was 60/40 prox., with 60 being biased toward...
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Arntz/Butler Forum
02-05-2010, 09:06 PM
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Adjusting Brake Bias in Pedal box in the Butler
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Posted By
bakbutler
Ralph I have my brake bias set at about 60/40...
Ralph
I have my brake bias set at about 60/40 front to rear using the balance bar. This setting gives good balance for the street. At the track you might want to fine tune for track conditions and...
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Central Valley Cobra Club
10-21-2009, 02:26 PM
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Saturday run to Willow Springs
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bakbutler
thanks looking forward to a great day. Leo
thanks
looking forward to a great day.
Leo
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Central Valley Cobra Club
10-21-2009, 10:52 AM
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Saturday run to Willow Springs
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bakbutler
Going to spectate only. Car is not track ready. ...
Going to spectate only. Car is not track ready. Someday maybe.
Leo
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Central Valley Cobra Club
10-21-2009, 09:45 AM
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Saturday run to Willow Springs
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bakbutler
Saturday run to Willow Springs
Sat. the 24th will be going to Willow Springs open track sponsored by COCOAOC. If anyone wants to tag along let me know. Plan to leave Bakersfield 7:30ish, although time is flexible. Breakfast in...
Forum:
ALL COBRA TALK
10-20-2009, 09:51 AM
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Sat24th,Sun25th
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bakbutler
Steve COCOAOC Is having a track event at willow...
Steve
COCOAOC Is having a track event at willow Springs this Sat. and Sun. I will be going on Sat. for sure, possibly sunday. They have a pretty good turn out at these events.
If there is...
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Arntz/Butler Forum
07-30-2009, 08:16 AM
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Tires and Wheels
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bakbutler
I like the stance and height very much, although...
I like the stance and height very much, although this is a personal thing. Although these tires are not track tires, hold very well. Previously I was running BFG 295-50-15 on the rear and was about...
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Arntz/Butler Forum
07-29-2009, 06:15 PM
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Tires and Wheels
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Posted By
bakbutler
Arthur rear height at frame is 7" Front height...
Arthur
rear height at frame is 7" Front height at frame is 6"
ground to fender lip
rear 28 1/2
front 26 1/2
I can probably drop the rear another 1/2" frame to floor, but that would be about it....
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Arntz/Butler Forum
07-28-2009, 09:17 PM
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Tires and Wheels
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Posted By
bakbutler
Sorry guys did not realize this thread was this...
Sorry guys
did not realize this thread was this old.
Ralph
I hope this info gives you something to look at. Purchased the tires through Summit.
Leo
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Arntz/Butler Forum
07-28-2009, 09:11 PM
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Tires and Wheels
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Posted By
bakbutler
Roy I just put a set of Mickey Thompson Radials...
Roy
I just put a set of Mickey Thompson Radials on mine. 28-12-15 rear, and
26-10-15 fronts. After adjusting the coil-overs, I have no rubbing. The car is primarily a street car (have not...
Forum:
Arizona Cobra's
06-09-2009, 11:06 AM
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Tips for the Trip to Arizona please!:)
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bakbutler
Dirk Good luck on your trip, sounds fabulous. ...
Dirk
Good luck on your trip, sounds fabulous. If by chance you need any assistance in my area, (never know with a new ride), don't hesitate to call. You guys have a great time.
Leo
cell...
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Small Block Talk
05-29-2009, 07:12 PM
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Need help trouble shooting fuel issue....
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Posted By
bakbutler
Xavier As vettster suggested check fuel lines...
Xavier
As vettster suggested check fuel lines on the "draw" side of the fuel pump. If you have a "pin hole" leak the pump will suck air which would account for your erratic pressure. You may not...
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ALL COBRA TALK
05-05-2009, 09:26 AM
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Tire Help
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Posted By
bakbutler
Patrick I just installed Mickey Thompson street...
Patrick
I just installed Mickey Thompson street radials on my cobra. I have 10 x 15 on the front and 12 x 15 on the rear. The fronts are 26.?? in diameter and the rears are 28 inch. Be careful...
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ALL COBRA TALK
04-14-2009, 11:01 AM
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Hot side pipes
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10,313
Posted By
bakbutler
Does anyone have any ideas as far as removing...
Does anyone have any ideas as far as removing burnt nylon from the side pipes? I have been told that "easy off" is not a good option.
thanks
Leo
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ALL COBRA TALK
04-10-2009, 08:10 PM
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jag irs spring rates?
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Posted By
bakbutler
Hi Rick and all Thanks for the quick response. ...
Hi Rick and all
Thanks for the quick response. A little history on my car.
Balance 48/52
Rear wheel weights are with driver
Engine fairly mild 351w Guessing at 350 flywheel HP Not sure of...
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ALL COBRA TALK
04-09-2009, 09:03 PM
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jag irs spring rates?
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bakbutler
jag irs spring rates?
I'm looking for a suggested starting point for spring rates on jag irs rear. Will be going to QA1 shocks. rear wheel weights - left 706 lb. right 702 lb. Car will be street driven with limited track...
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Tires and Wheels
03-18-2009, 11:03 AM
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New Mickey Thompson 15" tires
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11,066
Posted By
bakbutler
Just installed a set of MT S/R on my car last...
Just installed a set of MT S/R on my car last week. Did 600 miles over the weekend. No complaints, car handled very well. replaced BFG's and am very happy.
Leo
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Scratch Builders Forum
12-02-2008, 10:56 AM
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rotary powered
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3,602
Posted By
bakbutler
I raced a rotary engined car for several years. ...
I raced a rotary engined car for several years. One thing you need to consider. The rotary engine is not a torque producer. They make a lot of horsepower, for their size, all at higher RPM's....
Forum:
Shelby and Racing History
11-08-2008, 07:40 PM
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Fate of the Shelby Indy car?
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15,981
Posted By
bakbutler
At one time, before selling his business, Ron...
At one time, before selling his business, Ron Butler had one of the cars. Don't know whether he still has it or not. I don't know if it was one of the Shelby cars or the STP cars.
Leo
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Other Upcoming Events
10-23-2008, 08:25 AM
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any events?
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682
Posted By
bakbutler
Cocoaoc (cobra owners club of America Orange...
Cocoaoc (cobra owners club of America Orange County) is having a track event at Willow Springs Raceway this weekend. I plan to attend at least on saturday. If you can make it, I'll be in a black...
Forum:
Central Valley Cobra Club
10-22-2008, 09:43 AM
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willow springs track day this weekend
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2,201
Posted By
bakbutler
willow springs track day this weekend
Cocoaoc is having an open track day this weekend at willow springs. I'm going over on saturday 10/25 to watch only (car is not track ready). Leaving around 8:00 am with breakfast in Tehachapi. ...
Forum:
Windy City Cobra Club
08-10-2008, 06:52 PM
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22
Car Problems.........
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1,823
Posted By
bakbutler
you might want to check our battery cut off...
you might want to check our battery cut off switch. I have had two go bad when I was racing. Ended up using a heavy duty switch made by Pollak.
Optima batteries are good batteries as long as they...
Forum:
All Racing Talk
08-09-2008, 06:44 PM
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35
Willow Springs Track Day: August 9th
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3,222
Posted By
bakbutler
Yes finally sorry we missed you. got there...
Yes finally
sorry we missed you. got there about eleven and left about 2:00.
Lets get together for coffee or lunch some time. Maybe schedule a breakfast ride with our wives.
Leo
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