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Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 09-09-2023, 12:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 205
Posted By L79v
Due to weather and other things I had to do, plus...

Due to weather and other things I had to do, plus electric fan switch went bad, I haven't driven the car last few days. I did check the idle mixture, and it seems good where it was.
Will take a...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 09-04-2023, 01:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 205
Posted By L79v
Update. Didn't have time to do much today, but...

Update. Didn't have time to do much today, but did find the secondary float level a bit high. Adjusted both secondary and primary float levels about 1/8" lower than recommended. Went for a short...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 09-03-2023, 10:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 205
Posted By L79v
Thank you, I will check float levels first....

Thank you, I will check float levels first. Contemporary Cobra, engine is 427 with 428 crank stroked to 4.125". Reed solid lifter cam, BBM heads, 11.7 compression, Mallory billet distributor. Quick...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 09-02-2023, 02:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 205
Posted By L79v
Looking for ideas\advice.

427 side oiler, Quick Fuel carb. Runs well, except when slowing for traffic, lights, etc. Throttle closed, surges starting about 2000 RPM and slower.
Never did this before engine "rebuild". Engine...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 04-06-2019, 03:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 943
Posted By L79v
Thanks to all who responded, special thanks to...

Thanks to all who responded, special thanks to Steve in GA. Today I was going to adjust valve lash. Started by taking out the plugs, to make rotating the engine easier. Seemed to me they were too...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-31-2019, 10:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 944
Posted By L79v
I would not even consider the car. Why would some...

I would not even consider the car. Why would some one cut out the tag?
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-31-2019, 10:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 944
Posted By L79v
The tag and rivets look correct, but in your...

The tag and rivets look correct, but in your photo, my concern is what the tag is riveted to. It appears to be a seperate piece. I will try to send you a photo.
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-30-2019, 03:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 943
Posted By L79v
Thanks Dwight, I'd like that when the car gets...

Thanks Dwight,
I'd like that when the car gets straightened out.
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-30-2019, 02:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 943
Posted By L79v
old dog, I'm sorry you read things into this...

old dog,
I'm sorry you read things into this that are not so. The whole thing doesn't make sense to me either. I have never "had words" with this guy, I've been more than patient through this whole...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 03-30-2019, 08:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 943
Posted By L79v
Looking for info and advice, 427 SO

After 4 frustrating years, got engine back from "engine builder" several months ago. Has new BBM aluminum heads, reusing the Dove rocker arms, and the Reed solid lifter cam that were in the car when...
Forum: FE TALK 07-30-2014, 05:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,365
Posted By L79v
Update. Have decided to go with BBM heads. Per...

Update. Have decided to go with BBM heads. Per suggestion from engine builder, they are going to enlarge (CNC) combustion chambers a little to keep CR down to 11. Should have them next week.
Forum: FE TALK 07-19-2014, 10:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,365
Posted By L79v
Rick, I'm the third owner, I have what...

Rick,
I'm the third owner, I have what information was passed on to me. Engine was bored .020
over, has a 428 crank, Reed cam. Duration 282 In. 292 Ex., 250 and 259 @ .050.
Valve lift with 1.76 RR...
Forum: FE TALK 07-17-2014, 05:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,365
Posted By L79v
Thank you, I'll consider that, and get a...

Thank you, I'll consider that, and get a professional opinion.
Gene
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 07-17-2014, 05:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 651
Posted By L79v
I'm a little farther south, Franklin, TN. Let me...

I'm a little farther south, Franklin, TN. Let me know if I can help,
Gene
Forum: FE TALK 07-13-2014, 03:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,365
Posted By L79v
Am having the engine "refreshed". A crack was...

Am having the engine "refreshed". A crack was found in one head, and some pitting in the other. Not looking for an increase in power, that was more than I could use.
Thanks, Gene
Forum: FE TALK 07-13-2014, 02:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,365
Posted By L79v
Thanks to all who responded. I will make a choice...

Thanks to all who responded. I will make a choice from the brands mentioned this week.
Gene
Forum: FE TALK 07-13-2014, 02:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,365
Posted By L79v
Brent, I sent an Email through your web site.

Brent,
I sent an Email through your web site.
Forum: FE TALK 07-12-2014, 03:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,365
Posted By L79v
427 heads

The time has come to replace the heads on my 427 side oiler. Present heads are Dove Med. Riser. These heads are very expensive, and a long wait to get them.
Looking for good alternative. Any...
Forum: FE TALK 09-17-2013, 07:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,300
Posted By L79v
Thank you all, will definitely look at intake...

Thank you all, will definitely look at intake gasket.
Forum: FE TALK 09-13-2013, 06:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,300
Posted By L79v
427 SO question

427 in a Contemporary. Has fantastic power, love it except for one thing.
Oil consumption. I've been in denial, so I don't have an exact number, but may be about 300 miles a quart. Yes, it drips a...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 07-04-2013, 08:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,536
Posted By L79v
Corvette Central has the windshield for $489.

Corvette Central has the windshield for $489.
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 05-04-2013, 01:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,925
Posted By L79v
Compomotive wheels

Contemporary with Compomotive wheels. Lug nut cover (held in place by spinner)is broken. Are replacements available?
To clarify, the piece covers only the lug nuts. It is held on by threaded...
Forum: ALL COBRA TALK 01-16-2013, 07:36 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,370
Posted By L79v
Nick, I am interested also, Gene Bowman

Nick,
I am interested also,
Gene Bowman
Forum: Club Cobra Introduction Forum (introduce yourself) 10-05-2012, 04:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 787
Posted By L79v
Yes, they match. I also visited TN DMV with...

Yes, they match. I also visited TN DMV with copies of NY Registration, and photos of tags. Looks like all is OK. Nick is going to look at the car with me.
Thank You,
Gene
Forum: Club Cobra Introduction Forum (introduce yourself) 10-04-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 787
Posted By L79v
Thank you, Bill. After the post, the owner sent...

Thank you, Bill.
After the post, the owner sent me photo of tags on the firewall. The original
Contemporary tag is there with ID #CCX33710. Above that is another tag,
"Assigned Identification...
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