Cobra Kit Advice
 

Hi all

I'm new to the club and seeking some advice on cobra kits within Australia.
My son and I are to embark on our first build together and would really appreciate as much feed back as possible on kit suppliers and quality ect.

We are based in WA and have a local kit supplier/builder here by the name of G-Force. We know nothing about there products and would welcome any feedback
Regarding there kits apposed to other kit suppliers in other states.
Obviously it would make perfect sense to stick with your local supplier as opposed to interstate suppliers for the obvious reasons but by the same token I would like to make the correct decision considering the large investment I will be putting into the project.

Thanks

Lee

there are a couple of recent threads where EVERYBODY has their 32c worth around all of the kits available.... short answer, there is no BEST.. just your ideal of engineering, speed, cost and performance. This is where I recommend you start developing your question, the answer for your will become self apparent.. :)

The G Force product is good, tried and tested. Yes some donor parts are required. But compared to the experience I have just had with a well known QLD Supplier, stay local is my advice.

Does this reek of the same trouble making thread that was circulated not so long ago. Also supposedly came from WA??
I hope not!

So cynical Ash....:)

I like the G-Force kit. It does use all reco'ed Jag parts, which are getting harder to find in decent condition but been around for a long time now. The body is a nice shape but a bit saggy in the arse.

I wouldn't discount a interstate kit if you get one from a reputable supplier with good feedback you should be right. I think I only made 2 extra trips into classic revival during my whole build process so proximity to you isnt that big a deal IMO. I think the Classic Revival is a really good choice at the moment. The new owner is doing good things and the chassis is a ripper.

As the guys have stated above they all have good points and no group will give you the same answer. Do your research but PLEASE avoid asking for personal opinions on a public forum about what "kit is best". Its starts a %*it fight that most, if not all are totally over.

See attached
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/aust...lease-add.html

Enjoy your research and keep us posted on your decision. We enjoy BUILD THREADS!

I wouldn't worry too much by not being in the same state as the kit supplier as long as they are good at answering the phone. Its amazing what you can achieve by emailing a couple of pics and then chatting over the phone.

Also make sure you join your local Cobra club and get some first hand views on things. You might also get wind of a kit under construction that needs some loving to finish that might suit your requirements. :-)

Lastly - visit your "top 2 or 3" kit manufacturers too and have a good look and chat to them.

cheers Gregg

Welcome Lee!

Here's wishing you and your son all the very best with this venture.

In Summary:

• G Force in WA
• Factory Five in WA
• Superformance SPF in Vic
• A string of Aussie builders & suppliers as perSpooky's post all over the country http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/aust...lease-add.html
  or
• Re-do an already registered car to your tastes.

Your budget will dictate much of how this conversation goes, BUT, if I were in WA and in your shoes, I'd certainly consider a G-force and start with a visit there.

Depending on what your looking to achieve Factory Five Racing (aka FFR, F5 etc) maybe a possible option. Factory five are by far the most sold kit in the US. Parts come shipped in boxes, you unwrap and bolt away. I believe Jethrow here on Clubcobra is in WA and built a FFR. He would be best placed to elaborate.
The level of completeness is subject to your bank balance. The more you pay, the more new bits. But they do have starter kits for the budget conscious who prefer to rummage through wrecking yards with a view to recycling parts to meet a budget. From my understanding the gent who is/was the representative in Aus is in Perth. I've not dealt with him personally, nor do I know him, but on the odd occasion he posts here, one gets the impression he may have a bit of a bee in his bonnet about something. I encourage you to drop investigate and make up your own mind.
PS: I'm not sure if this crew is still in business or if FFR are imported exclusively by this group. You may be able to bring in your own.
You'll need to do some due diligence here. Apologies I'm not in the know.
http://www.factoryfive.com/order-a-k...ers/australia/

Superformace is also an option if by build you mean "just" drop an engine in and sort the car accordingly. The car comes as a roller, which means its ready just waiting for an engine. BUT take that with a grain of salt, because, none of these cars come "Ready" and the word "JUST" can be misleading. eg: You just need to do the garden. 1. prune trees, 2. pull the weeds, 3. do edges 4. mow lawns, add fertilizer, add mulch etc, etc... None the less good starting point and a good example of a cobra.
LJ performance Sportscars. http://www.ljps.com.au/

Else there are a string of Aussie builders and suppliers who could accommodate.

Don't overlook the option of buying a used car and re-doing it to your tastes. Could save a lot of engineering and registration hassles. As well as have you on the road sooner for less.

Once again good luck with it and welcome to the fun.
Look forward to seeing it all come along.

Lee

Welcome to the madness and as already said, do your research well and try to avoid rushing in, there are kits that aren't worth the heartache and there are a large number of quality kits to choose.

List the details you want from the kit, your budget, your build timeframe and work away with the suppliers on what they can offer.

Pace and it sounds like FFR are bolt together jigsaws, so easy and quick construction of parts and needing less engineering, so to speak, in needing to source and engineer suitable gear.

Have a look at my Slowy miracle thread for a potted history of the building of my G-Force.

I'd build another G-Force kit if there was a need but my comments now would include: Take the build manual as a guide, if it hasn't been modernised, some of the suggested gear can be improved, the cockpit is probably the most restrictive area on the G-Force to overcome for seating position and don't use the G-Force pedal box, it is heavy and agricultural.

Good luck with your research phase.