Bruce:
Congratulations on your purchase...you will soon own the finest, most accurate reproduction of the Cobra available today....but then, you already know that!
When I was building #142, the car was about 60% to the "roller" stage. Assuming you have bought a roller, many of the issues I encountered regarding fit and fabrication will be moot. For me, the most challenging part was understanding and anticipating the proper assembly sequence. An error here isn't the end of the world but it can potentially undo a lot of work.
From an actual fabrication standpoint, spotting and cutting the sidepipe holes was the most nerve racking for me as I had seen several "pro built" cars with oversize, improperly contoured, and sloppily finished body cuts, and I was determined that mine meet a proper standard. Unlike a 'glass car, once you start cutting those holes, a mistake is tough to hide, particularly if you are leaving it in natural aluminum. If you look in my gallery you will see the results.
Feel free to email me as you begin the final engine and trans installation and assembly. There are a few unexpected bumps in the road that you need to know can pop up, but I think you will find it pretty straightforward if you plan carefully, use the proper equipment, take your time, and ask for help when you run into a problem.
Again, congratulations.
Bud
