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10-25-2016, 11:43 AM
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Senior Club Cobra Member
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Cobra Make, Engine: KMP 539, a Ton of Aluminum
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Originally Posted by patrickt
Because it's just something to do. There are a lot of guys on here who have a lot of time, and dough, on their hands. They're just looking for something to do with it all. Nuthin' wrong with that.  |
I never said there's something wrong with making the "most accurate replica." I just don't understand it and think it's a waste of time. But if you're going to tackle the job of producing the "most accurate replica," first start with an alloy body.
Personally, I think there are better life endeavors like, for example, spending that extra time losing 10-20-30 lbs. |
10-25-2016, 11:45 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #732, 428FE (447 CID), TKO600, Solid Flat Tappet Cam, Tons of Aluminum
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Originally Posted by RodKnock
But if you're going to tackle the job of producing the "most accurate replica," first start with an alloy body.
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Only if you're not going to paint it. If you're going to paint it, then it doesn't matter. (Actually, some of us think glass is easier to take care of than aluminum).  |
10-25-2016, 12:13 PM
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Originally Posted by patrickt
Only if you're not going to paint it. If you're going to paint it, then it doesn't matter. (Actually, some of us think glass is easier to take care of than aluminum). |
Paint, schmaint. Even if you do paint your alloy body, it DOES matter. Just look underneath.
Conversation at the local car show...
Owner: "Yes siree, it's the most accurate replica in the world, right down to the fuse box, switches, gauges, knobs, wiring, a 1965 427 side-oiler (no faux FE like a 428) block, medium riser heads, with the OEM carb and fuel lines and fuel log, original Sunburst wheels. Etc., etc."
Car Show Attendee: "Is the body aluminum?"
Owner: "Er, uh, um, no."
Car Show Attendee: "Oy vey." |
10-25-2016, 12:13 PM
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...(Actually, some of us think glass is easier to take care of than aluminum). ... |
and with power assisted steering or braking and abs its easier to drive |
10-25-2016, 12:10 PM
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Originally Posted by RodKnock
I never said there's something wrong with making the "most accurate replica." I just don't understand it and think it's a waste of time. But if you're going to tackle the job of producing the "most accurate replica," first start with an alloy body.
Personally, I think there are better life endeavors like, for example, spending that extra time losing 10-20-30 lbs.
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i do understand the ideal of a perfect replication, the word "replica" imply the attempt for the most perfect nut and bolt copy,
and that attempt can only start with an alloy body,
an alloy body on a spaceframe is the genuine heart of any highend sports or racing car from the end of the 40th to the 60th wether its painted or not |
10-25-2016, 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted by peterpjb
i do understand the ideal of a perfect replication, the word "replica" imply the attempt for the most perfect nut and bolt copy,
and that attempt can only start with an alloy body,
an alloy body on a spaceframe is the genuine heart of any highend sports or racing car from the end of the 40th to the 60th wether its painted or not |
"The essence of being human is that one does not seek perfection." |
10-25-2016, 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by RodKnock
"The essence of being human is that one does not seek perfection."
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Surely you are familiar with the concept of wabi sabi. It applies to Cobra replicas as well. |
10-25-2016, 12:25 PM
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Surely you are familiar with the concept of wabi sabi. It applies to Cobra replicas as well. |
Yes, I have heard of it. Usually once a week I have it with my sushi.  |
10-25-2016, 12:34 PM
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Yes, I have heard of it.
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Naaaahh, you had to Google it. |
10-25-2016, 12:24 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: KMP 427 S/C, Twin Paxton 511 FE
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Originally Posted by RodKnock
"The essence of being human is that one does not seek perfection."
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Oh, so THAT'S why you didn't paint your Kirkham
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10-25-2016, 12:27 PM
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Oh, so THAT'S why you didn't paint your Kirkham |
Why would you want to throw a cover over the Mona Lisa?   |
10-25-2016, 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by RodKnock
Why would you want to throw a cover over the Mona Lisa? |
What you left was a blank canvas.
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10-25-2016, 12:52 PM
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10-25-2016, 12:56 PM
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What I left alone is a work of art in all its glory. Paint just masks the beauty and shape of the alloy body.  |
10-25-2016, 12:46 PM
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Originally Posted by RodKnock
"The essence of being human is that one does not seek perfection."
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in general you can not reach it,
but a largely perfect cobra replica is not that problem
thats the good issue with cobra compared to other classics,
the originality varies from car to car
....and btw, my body is painted |
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