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Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 05-13-2011, 01:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,967
Posted By CSXDreamer
I've only had two S&W tachs, and they both had...

I've only had two S&W tachs, and they both had crazy-wavy needles. I had the S&W in my LAX "repaired" by an auto intrsument repair shop, and it worked fine, for the first 50 or so hours. Then it...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 12-03-2010, 01:45 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,008
Posted By CSXDreamer
Smile "427" is more of a name for a certain Ford engine...

"427" is more of a name for a certain Ford engine than an accurate description of its cubic inches. Previous threads and posts have stated that the actual displacement of the "427" calculated from...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 06-22-2010, 01:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,051
Posted By CSXDreamer
Most door jambs are double 2 X 4s or 2 X 6s,...

Most door jambs are double 2 X 4s or 2 X 6s, mainly for vertical frame strength. Then the carpenters lines the opening with shimmed 3/4" thick pine or spruce boards. This is what the hinges and catch...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 06-18-2010, 12:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,759
Posted By CSXDreamer
Wink Is you radiator completely shrouded? My factory...

Is you radiator completely shrouded? My factory built LAX neglected to do this, so some of the air that comes through the huge Cobra front opening is free to go over, under and around the radiator....
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 06-16-2010, 10:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,671
Posted By CSXDreamer
Smile David, I got approximately the same...

David,

I got approximately the same measurements laying on my side and reaching in with a tape measure: 8 1/2" X 9" X 4" = 306 in^3/57.75 5.3 quarts. Add another .5 quart for the oil filter and...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 06-14-2010, 12:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,671
Posted By CSXDreamer
Smile David, I don't have an extra pan, but I...

David,

I don't have an extra pan, but I should be able to measure the sump part fairly close enough with a tape measure: Width X Length X Depth X .01732 quarts/cubic inch. If this figures out to...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 06-11-2010, 01:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,671
Posted By CSXDreamer
David, Did you measure the volume for the...

David,

Did you measure the volume for the "sump" part of the pan? I would think that you wouldn't want the volume all the way to the mating surface with the block. That would put the oil somewhat...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 06-10-2010, 01:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,671
Posted By CSXDreamer
427W Oil Capacity

After building a 427W with original front sump oil pan, I filled with 5 quarts of oil, figuring that should be the minimum for an American V8. When I checked the dipstick, it showed a one quart...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 04-15-2010, 06:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,756
Posted By CSXDreamer
Thanks guys, I think I'll try the Loctite thread...

Thanks guys, I think I'll try the Loctite thread sealer. Just wanted to make sure Dot 3 brake fluid wouldn't dissolve the thread sealer goop. I've got a pair of old Ford calipers laying around and it...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 04-13-2010, 01:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,756
Posted By CSXDreamer
Sealing Wilwood NPT Caliper Inlet

I'm about to install two Wilwood front calipers that have a 1/8" NPT connection, and their tech support guy I talked to didn't seem to be very experienced. So, I'm wondering what to seal the NPT...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 04-01-2010, 12:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,081
Posted By CSXDreamer
The 9" front discs is a big clue, probably used a...

The 9" front discs is a big clue, probably used a Mustang II front suspension. How many kit makers used or still use this front suspension. LAX did. Maybe B&B (successor). Or, the builder could have...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 04-01-2010, 12:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,211
Posted By CSXDreamer
I hope we don't start seeing Rat Rod Cobras. Fake...

I hope we don't start seeing Rat Rod Cobras. Fake rust on the (aluminum) body, a real pistol welded to the end of the shifter, C-clamps holding on the wind wings ..........:(
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-25-2010, 11:34 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,498
Posted By CSXDreamer
I've heard that all the US Eichlers have the...

I've heard that all the US Eichlers have the garages on the left side when viewed from the street, while the Australian ones have it on the right.**)
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-25-2010, 11:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,646
Posted By CSXDreamer
The boxes they came in were unmarked, so I don't...

The boxes they came in were unmarked, so I don't know who made them, although I didn't see "China" any place. You're right about changing control arm lengths and pivot points, as I've read the...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-24-2010, 01:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,646
Posted By CSXDreamer
Smile I began installing front tubular A Arms bought on...

I began installing front tubular A Arms bought on Ebay by having 2 support blocks welded into the LCA bracket. This stiffens up the stock bracket and extends the rear pick-up point about 3 1/4" to...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-11-2010, 11:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,646
Posted By CSXDreamer
Ralphy, I'm not sure what size bar would be...

Ralphy, I'm not sure what size bar would be functional and am looking for advice based on experience. I've got a 427 Windsor with aluminum heads and intake, and I gotta believe the weight and...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-10-2010, 10:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,646
Posted By CSXDreamer
Smile Like Ralphy said, tapping mid 30's Rc can be...

Like Ralphy said, tapping mid 30's Rc can be done, but uses up many taps. I have a guy who can mill this hard, and I've turned parts this hard in a lathe before. I'll just have to take measurements...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-10-2010, 06:46 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,646
Posted By CSXDreamer
Smile Thanks for the technical advice guys. I've just...

Thanks for the technical advice guys. I've just found a way to mount front swaybar bushings on my LAX. There's no low frame forward of the front cross member. I've read many threads on this subject...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-09-2010, 11:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,646
Posted By CSXDreamer
Sway Bar Material & Heat Treatment

Are their any knowledgeable Mechanical Engineers or Metalurgists on this forum who actually know what the alloy and heat treatment of sway bars is?
I have some solid round bars of mild steel , 3/4"...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 02-09-2010, 01:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,328
Posted By CSXDreamer
I remember watching the TV show on this car. What...

I remember watching the TV show on this car. What I remember about it, even when driving it around, was there was no air filter or room to install one under the hood. No problem for a show car or...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 02-09-2010, 01:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,052
Posted By CSXDreamer
Smile Conventional wisdom from other forums is RWHP =...

Conventional wisdom from other forums is RWHP = FWHP*.85 for manual transmissions and RWHP = FWHP*.80 for automatic trans. Most data came from chassis dyno operators comparing RWHP with the...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 02-01-2010, 01:15 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,518
Posted By CSXDreamer
If you want to get a jab in on some Factory Five...

If you want to get a jab in on some Factory Five guys who talk about the authenticity of their sheet aluminum fabricated cockpits, I've read a couple times on web sites about original CSX cars, that...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 02-01-2010, 08:40 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,518
Posted By CSXDreamer
Go to shelbycsxinfo.com and study all the photos,...

Go to shelbycsxinfo.com and study all the photos, but keep in mind that not all the original 3000 series were kept original. I rebuilt my LAX dash in the street configuration, and don't understand...
Forum: Lounge 01-26-2010, 02:03 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,084
Posted By CSXDreamer
It's a good law to protect people on the side of...

It's a good law to protect people on the side of the road with a car stopped on the shoulder; however, I wonder if a courteous driver could be unfairly ticketed. If one is driving in the far right...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 01-04-2010, 01:25 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 15,621
Posted By CSXDreamer
I completely re-did my dash to the conventional...

I completely re-did my dash to the conventional "street car" layout and added a few specialties: 1. Powered the headlights and parking lights through a relay so they only work when the key is "on."...
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