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Originally Posted by REAL 1
Saturnkk: you did come across as one with an agenda. There are many here who have been in and around Cobras, real and replica for years even dating back to when it all began. The knowledge depth here is unmatched. In fact for your edification Computrworks is among the most knowledgeable and is a Concours judge for SAAC. For someone who has yet to learn the basics a little respect and humility would be nice. This approach is likely to bare more fruit then a combative argumentative one.
This forum has never shied away from criticizing CS. Do a search and some reading.
As dangerous Doug and Ned said he was not perfect. CS, however, did and accomplished great things in his life. He gave us much. He is and will always be a true automotive legend and icon and hero.
He was always polite and a gentleman in my contacts with him.
He is missed.
P.S. Waiting for the pics of your Cobra.
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Thanks for the reply. Rereading my posts I am not sure how I came across with an agenda other than what I thought I clearly stated early on in my first post. I have been called a liar in so many words (when I said I knew very little about Shelby prior to buying a Cobra replica), called out as having a chip on my shoulder and an agenda as well as asked about my car as if I didn't really have one, and that I need humility...?!?
I understood that there may be some who were friends with the man and/or admired him a great deal but I guess I didn't expect that. I will read my books and draw my own opinions. I had hoped to reachout here for more perspective from people like yourself but as I said earlier, I don't think that was the best idea at this point. If I came off as anything but sincere in my post of being surprised and wanting to learn and understand more I apologize.
Here is the only (bad) picture I have so far...
I have since replaced the steering wheel with one more period correct. I hope to replace the wheels this spring as well as look into getting some Avon tires possibly. Additionally, I would like to replace the shifter and rework the wiring. I would also like to look into getting 5 point belts. I bought side pipe shields from Mike Francuck (he lives fairly close to me so I was very fortunate to save on shipping by meeting him!) and they look great in the box! Finally, I have ordered floor mats, replaced the extinguisher with a chrome one and other little odds and ends stuff...
It isn't a "show" car. I plan to drive every day it isn't raining!
