|
Quote:
Yours http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/memb...img-7156-2.jpg One similar to mine (but still a documented NAF) http://veh-markets.com/uploads/postf...-replica-1.JPG Quote:
Bill S. |
That body does not have an extended wheelbase. It looks that way because its sitting low over the prop wheels. I superimposed it over the pic Bill posted and accounting for slight variations of angle and focal length between the two images, the lines and features are practically identical. I would say its definitely a NAF or one of the variations thereof.
|
Quote:
|
I did. I created an exact trace of all of the lines and openings and superimposed it over your picture. In particular, the fender lines and wheel openings are an exact match. Once the body is lifted of the tucked up prop wheels the impression of it being a stretched wheelbase car is dramatically eliminated. I did this out of curiosity and have no stake in the outcome or what anyone chooses to believe.
|
Quote:
I don't have a stake in it either, but did similar to you with a overlay in photoshop, and can see the differences both in the front and rear wheel arches and openings, along with the side grille opening. Top of the fenders don't quite match up either, whether I size up, or down, or stretch and shrink with both images to fit each other. I've tried it on three other known NAF's, as a side view, front nose, and tail shot. The nose is close (still off on openings), the tail does not come even close, even taking into account mounted and unmounted bodies. Just don't want someone to stumble across the thread in another 15 years from now and take it as fact that it was a NAF body when it is clearly not. Bill S |
Jack and his body shop Mgr Carl, both told me an original was used. Don't remember what number. They were very heavy glass.
BTW, I have two foot boxes that I didn't use and two door inner panels. Make me an offer I can't refuse. |
Thanks Buzz, Looked at as many pictures as I could find of NAF cobras and it looked close to me. Many of the NAF pictures have little differances so wasn't sure. From what guy that had body told me he is sure it was NAF, but he doesn't know much about cobras, he just bought mold with body and sold body (not to me). I haven't seen many NAF's so wasn't sure if they are close to original.
|
A race-car isn't a bad idea, IMHO!
Quote:
In the past various companies would sell chassis plans...the Kelmark GT (a "Dino replica"...sort of... :confused: ) comes to mind, which was originally designed to fit a shortened VW floorpan, but when built with the "Olds Toronado" powertrain required a purpose built frame...Kelmark sold plans for those frames. Seems such a shame to see it sit unused...or even cut up for wall art...if it could be built and make someone happy who does not share our passion/quest for detail, proportions and originality. Keep in mind that the first Arntz Cobra replicas I ever saw were made to be built on a VW chassis (yeah, I know...that's WAAAAAY back in the late '60s/early '70s and we've come a long way since then). Cheers! Dugly :cool: |
Quote:
|
Quote:
Bill S |
Bill,
how much differant were the NAF's from an original, was it just shape or dimensions |
Quote:
Another NAF: http://www.allcarindex.com/auto-car-...tes-NAF-Cobra/ |
Quote:
That also shows why the body in question, in this thread, is not a NAF ;) |
Quote:
http://www.clubcobra.com/photopost/d.../bodylines.jpg |
Buzz,
I respectfully disagree. You'll see it when you start comparing flare dimensions, and other dimensions using the different shots in the OP's photographs. |
Bill,
Are the mold lines on the body the same as NAF would have been, or did the molds they used split somewhere else? Asking because I saw an NAF body with mold lines and they seem to be in same place. Do you have any pictures of your NAF before paint you could share? |
Quote:
Bill |
Hi,
if this can help, here are some typical NAF corners hood area corners: http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/q...psumittrpm.jpg door front body area http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/q...ps6igsctr1.jpg body door rear area, with removed seal http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/q...pslfrbixmd.jpg and if the inner shell is available , the NAF logo http://i430.photobucket.com/albums/q...psxruhtwsx.jpg Frank |
Frank,
Thanks it does help, the hood pictures are exactly the same where the stops locate. |
The pictured stops are also where they were on my long gone NAF. The frame on mine was 2"x4" boxed tubing, .180"thick. Pretty stout but I installed "X" members front and rear to prevent flexing. (My 496 RAT had twisted the frame so much that I'd carry the LF wheel through 2nd gear with my TH400). My MT drag radials hooked up pretty well. ha
|
| All times are GMT -7. The time now is 05:15 PM. |
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.0
Copyright ©2000 - 2025, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Friendly URLs by vBSEO 3.6.0
The representations expressed are the representations and opinions of the clubcobra.com forum members and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and viewpoints of the site owners, moderators, Shelby American, any other replica manufacturer, Ford Motor Company. This website has been planned and developed by clubcobra.com and its forum members and should not be construed as being endorsed by Ford Motor Company, or Shelby American or any other manufacturer unless expressly noted by that entity. "Cobra" and the Cobra logo are registered trademarks for Ford Motor Co., Inc. clubcobra.com forum members agree not to post any copyrighted material unless the copyrighted material is owned by you. Although we do not and cannot review the messages posted and are not responsible for the content of any of these messages, we reserve the right to delete any message for any reason whatsoever. You remain solely responsible for the content of your messages, and you agree to indemnify and hold us harmless with respect to any claim based upon transmission of your message(s). Thank you for visiting clubcobra.com. For full policy documentation refer to the following link: