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Cobra01 · #1 (**permalink**) 07-17-2013, 01:30 AM

Body Pic

These are the latest photo's Courtesy the resident Professional photographer at Absolute Pace

Message to Warren : The wood is for hitting disrespectful Young fellas over the head who disrespect their elders.

I am waiting Warren so don't let me down.

Cheers

Brad

750hp · #2 (**permalink**) 07-17-2013, 02:38 AM

I know you said those wheels are borrowed (and I think you said you're looking at using the traditional Cobra Halibrand design), but the more I look at the GT40 wheels on there the more I like them!

Aussie Mike · #3 (**permalink**) 07-17-2013, 03:09 AM

I agree Craig. I'm liking the BRM wheels more and more.

Cheers

Michael

Cobra01 · #4 (**permalink**) 07-17-2013, 06:21 AM

Hi Mike and Craig

I like the look of the GT40 wheels too and i am having trouble deciding which way to go so i will have to make a decision when C.W. gets some Halibrand wheels with tires .

It looks like C.W. is under the pump again haha.

Craig is doing his best and all will fall into place in due course i am sure.

Cheers

Brad

400TT · #5 (**permalink**) 07-17-2013, 04:20 PM

The photos don't do it justice, I reckon it looks amazing in the flesh as the body shape was a major investment in both time and money. Will look even better when all the body accessories are fitted.

That car is sitting at full ride height, 100mm ground clearance. We have dialled in the stance to the nth degree. With big baggy sidewall and the larger diameter of 15" tyres , the 15" tyres will tuck further up into the guards and fill out the rear flare etc. I believe we have catered well for both 15" & 17"+ wheel diameters. With 18" wheels you can get tyres that are around the same diameter as the 15" ones.

Yes, the BRM GT40 wheels like fantastic. Classic open spoke design that also shows off our massive Brembo brake packages.

Working with a few different wheel suppliers at the moment for Halibrand wheels. Unfortunately for Brad we only have 15" Halibrands in stock at the moment. But that will be rectified by the time he needs them.

We have had quite a few of our PACE 427 customers go with BRM GT40 style wheels.

fordracing65 · #6 (**permalink**) 07-17-2013, 04:38 PM

I love the wheels, especially on that car...

d488y2 · #7 (**permalink**) 07-19-2013, 02:46 AM

Hey Brad the build is looking Awesome, Great Colour it shows off the lines of the pace 427 really well.
I too like the GT40 wheels but I'm going with Halibrands for my build.

Is anyone thinking of building a pace 427 with no hood scoop, side vents, roll bars, side pipes? Just keep it smooth and low

Cobra01 · #8 (**permalink**) 07-19-2013, 02:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by d488y2

Hey Brad the build is looking Awesome, Great Colour it shows off the lines of the pace 427 really well.
I too like the GT40 wheels but I'm going with Halibrands for my build.

Is anyone thinking of building a pace 427 with no hood scoop, side vents, roll bars, side pipes? Just keep it smooth and low

Not me

I want the car to look like a real SC Cobra fast and tough

Brad

BMK · #9 (**permalink**) 07-19-2013, 09:22 AM

Looks great.

Cobra01 · #10 (**permalink**) 07-19-2013, 04:40 PM

Some Bonnet scoops pick a colour any colour

Engine pics

Enjoy

Brad

I should have masked up the spark plugs

d488y2 · #11 (**permalink**) 07-19-2013, 05:18 PM

I think one of those Scoops is mine

BMK · #12 (**permalink**) 07-20-2013, 01:02 AM

Is there still a Kirkham there somewhere..

Or has he sold it on me..

Looks like great progress on your Cobra to date it looks amazing. The setting position looks ideal.

After driving up to the Absolute Pace factory in Queensland from South Australia, I can assure you the lower you sit in the car the better - you just get knocked around by the wind etc. if you sit to high.

Providing you can see over the dash..

that's high enough for your seats.

OK - so take out all the spaces and sit back and enjoy the ride..

Bernie

750hp · #13 (**permalink**) 07-20-2013, 01:15 AM

Dad and I saw it the other day Bernie, so if Craig's sold it from under you the new owner hasn't yet collected it...

The miles are starting to give it a fabulous patina. Looks fantastic!

Donunder · #14 (**permalink**) 07-20-2013, 01:31 AM

I like the Bernie Bubble, much more discreet than Dan's.

BMK · #15 (**permalink**) 07-20-2013, 07:00 AM

750hp

Craig,

Thanks - just checking as Craig there is selling everything off the floor..

Mmmm just on 13,000 now in just on 7 months.

Would have clocked up a few more but over in France now until late August.

Just keeping an eye on him...

BMK · #16 (**permalink**) 07-20-2013, 07:06 AM

Donunder

Love it and must Patent it. The Gurney Bubble is for the big guy to fit his head in..

Mine is the Bernie Bubble to fit your fat arse in..

But seriously, it dropped me down about 15 - 20mm and allowed the rubber trampoline seat base to drop into it and keep off the floor - bottoming out..

So the seat stays in sprung soft mode.. And allows me more comfort.

Jamo the "Moderator extraordinaire"... called it the Bernie Bubble....

Bernie

Cobra01 · #17 (**permalink**) 07-20-2013, 03:39 PM

Hey Bernie

Have you seen any Cobra's in France

Any photos would be good if you get a chance

Brad

Legless · #18 (**permalink**) 07-20-2013, 05:13 PM

Bonjour Bernie,
I called in to AP last week and can also confirm your car is still there, it was in a few bits but it looked like most of it was still there.

Who ever that polished Kirkham and big block is for wont want to be shy, that's a lot of motor and bling!