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06-04-2020, 07:18 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2020
Location: Miami,
FL
Cobra Make, Engine: 351 Windsor
Posts: 80
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That’s why I want a coupe. You live in FL AC is a MUST.
My Ford GT & GT350 both have AC
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07-22-2020, 07:23 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: Bloemfontein,
FS
Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft RT3
Posts: 163
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Steve Gallegos
Two words. Bimini Top. I made one for my backdraft, around town and long trips you stay cool and if you run into rain, keeps you dry.
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Steve, any more info on your DIY Bimini Top? Pics? |
07-22-2020, 09:05 AM
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Join Date: Mar 1999
Location: TACOMA,
WA
Cobra Make, Engine: Everett Morrision FE 427 so 2-4s
Posts: 2,008
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I just spent my wad for this year. only because I was to supposed to take money out of my retirement or pay a fine. Then the stimulus thing came along and I didn't have to this year. Money is already spent. It looks so good now I do not want to get it dirty.
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07-28-2020, 03:52 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2020
Location: Raleigh,
NC
Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance, '65 427/MKIII with Roush V8 - 351W w/770cfm 4BBL Holley, 514hp
Posts: 48
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I have only owned my Cobra since April.. have put 1100miles on it in 3months...
In NC the Temps are 90-100F right now so my experience has been pretty good.
- I tuned the 770cfm Holley on the 351W (427SR Roush) such that at ~85C(185F) the idle is set at ~925rpm ... then with the temp is ~100C (212F) .. the idle drops to about 800-825rpm .. it sounds a little rough but it is stable and will run for a while even in stop and go traffic.
It took a little tweaking as my 770cfm Holley was originally set a little too rick and I had to lean it out slightly...
One thing I do is turn my fans on manually at 90C (194F) rather than let them automatically kick on at 100C.. this also helps reduce the heat buildup so quickly.
Sunburn and Wind Burn is what I consider a Merit Badge for owning a Cobra! Love it and wear the Merit Badge proudly!
Anyway .. that's my current experience as a newbie Cobra owner.
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Many thanks,
Mark
Superformance: SPO2454 , Titanium w/Black Stripes
Engine: Roush 427SR w/770cfm 4-Barrel Holley
Transmission: Tremec TKO-600
Last edited by Moritz55; 07-28-2020 at 04:23 PM..
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07-28-2020, 04:17 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #732, 428FE (447 CID), TKO600, Solid Flat Tappet Cam, Tons of Aluminum
Posts: 21,897
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I took her out for an hour long drive this past Sunday, with temps approaching 100 degrees and humidity so thick you could cut it with a knife. By the time I pulled back in to the garage I was worn out, dehydrated, had a momentary lack of concentration while getting out of the car, and put my left ankle right on the pipes. First good burn I've had in maybe five years. But that's what happens when you take your eye off the ball.  |
07-28-2020, 05:56 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2000
Location: Midlothian,
TX
Cobra Make, Engine: Hurricane 427 Cobra #HM2008, Craft Performance 427w 600hp/600tq, TKO-600 close ratio, original Smiths gauges, lucas switches
Posts: 1,018
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Me.
Also, me.
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Bob Worley
Hurricane HM-2008 build is done!! (for now....)
Craft Perfomance 427W / 600hp / 600tq - TKO600
I love it and I need it I bleed it ~ Yeah it's a wild hurricane ~ Alright, hold tight, I'm a highway star!!
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07-28-2020, 07:17 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Tampa,
Fl
Cobra Make, Engine: BDR #178 United Speed World Special
Posts: 166
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Not much difference from summer to winter for me. Just a long sleeve shirt
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Doing and driving what other people dream about! 
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07-28-2020, 07:33 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Howell,
NJ
Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft Car #1209 Roush 427R
Posts: 605
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I usually do but.....
Not today. 95 feels like 106 here in NJ.
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07-29-2020, 03:25 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Hardwick,
VT
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA Slabside BRG 289
Posts: 302
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Some of the high temps that I'm seeing here would be welcomed in Vermont especially late summer and early fall. Very shortly I'll be using the heater in my Slabside.
John
ERA #3010 Slabside 289 SB BRG
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07-29-2020, 03:50 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Canandaigua,
NY
Cobra Make, Engine: SPF MKII Riverside Racer FIA
Posts: 2,473
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Quote:
Originally Posted by patrickt
I took her out for an hour long drive this past Sunday, with temps approaching 100 degrees and humidity so thick you could cut it with a knife. By the time I pulled back in to the garage I was worn out, dehydrated, had a momentary lack of concentration while getting out of the car, and put my left ankle right on the pipes. First good burn I've had in maybe five years. But that's what happens when you take your eye off the ball. |
Patrick,
I can empathize with you. Those are similar problems that I have to deal with when racing. This past weekend it was in the low 90's with high humidity and when I race I have to wear a three layer fire resistant suit, complete with gloves and helmet. By the time the session is over I am dehydrated, tired and attention is somewhat diminished. I have had calf cramps while on the track as well. When I had my ERA I had a momentary lapse of concentration as I ws in a hurry to move the car after brining it back home for a drive and touched my calf to the side pipes. It happens, and that quick singe does create some memory to remember to avoid it again. Keep safe.
Jim
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07-29-2020, 04:41 AM
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Senior Club Cobra Member
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Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Shasta Lake,
CA
Cobra Make, Engine:
Posts: 26,554
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I agree with what Patrickt said. I took one of mine for a short drive the other day. The temperature on the thermometer was 117 degrees and the heat index pushed that up to 119/121 degrees. By the time I got home I almost had to just fall out of the car and it took what seemed like two gallons of water and the rest of the day for me to really start feeling very well.
Ron
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07-29-2020, 09:34 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2017
Location: Glendale,
AZ
Cobra Make, Engine: FFR MkIV 427
Posts: 631
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Scott, Karl, Keith, and I went out last Sunday. Started early headed up to 7000',actually got a little chill, and then came back to Phoenix. The last hour was about 100° and humid (for Phoenix). I'll be honest, the last hour wasn't pleasant. However, the first three made up for it. If you want to drive, you do what you can to make it work.
Take water, stay hydrated.
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