new guy from NY (upstate) - Page 2

blown871 · #21 (**permalink**) 01-07-2013, 07:09 PM

[quote=Jim Kellogg;1220103]Welcome! There is no end to the fun and excitement with these cars

I am a little west of you in Breesport (Elmira/Horseheads area) if you ever want to talk. My Superformance is currently in Buffalo at Time Machines ---

Thanks for the direction towards Superpeformance. I took the drive to Batavia today and am very impressed with the quality of the product. Time very well spen in the garage, touching feeling and seeing the cars with my guide!! And yes scopped out your ride as well; very nice!!!!

blown871 · #22 (**permalink**) 01-08-2013, 03:44 AM

Jim,
I got a chance to see your car last night up in Batavia; VERY NICE!!!!!!!

Brian

Jim Kellogg · #23 (**permalink**) 01-08-2013, 08:40 AM

Hi, Brian
Did it look like this, or did they clean it up a bit? My Superformance has been through several upstate NY winters (being driven as a daily driver), and I have driven her over 80,000 miles since 2001. A true testament to the design and quality of the SPF.

After I get her back, she probably won't see the snow again, though...

Have fun checking out these cars. Hope to see you in YOUR Cobra soon!
Jim Kellogg
Breesport, NY

Mark IV · #24 (**permalink**) 01-08-2013, 08:54 AM

Jim,

Brian thought we were kidding when I told him you drive it almost every day. Then I told him about Hal Copple and his 135,000 miles of year round driving!

He was impressed with how well your car has weathered the hard use it has had. Of course it was parked between a brand new chassis and an older FFR that is being stored, your car was the "missing link"!

blown871 · #25 (**permalink**) 01-08-2013, 06:03 PM

Jim,
Car was quite clean and had a very nice cover on it. (did make a mental note of that too as I have another car back home that requires that attention)
As for ... seeing the exceptional difference with the superperf. product your car has stood the test and looks great!!
.. Now to crunch some $....................

Wow.. and I really like black....................

yikes..
B

Jim Kellogg · #26 (**permalink**) 01-08-2013, 07:12 PM

It has been 2 years now since she has seen the snow, and after a lot of work has cleaned up quite nicely.

I will say that driving a Cobra in a couple of inches of snow or slush is quite the exciting ride! The stories I could tell.....

Side curtains WILL freeze up, which makes getting in and out of the car an interesting proposition. You have to leave them partially open all the time, and avoid getting splashed by any passing 4x4 trucks on the highway. Sooo, you try not to get passed. I did say it was an exciting couple of years!

And the Yokohama Avids do suprisingly well as snow tires :-)
Have fun choosing your Cobra,
Jim

JBCOBRA · #27 (**permalink**) 01-09-2013, 05:05 AM

Excellente' Jim!

blown871 · #28 (**permalink**) 07-29-2013, 08:47 PM

Going to be looking at a car serial # in the 1400 range.
...
What would one be looking for in respect to upgrades?
Shock mounts?
Shocks...

Did the steering linkage remain the same on these cars?

being a near 10 year old car.. I can handle looking at the maintenance items, Tires/brakes..lines...

Just wanting to know what updates/upgrades that have been amended since the early builds.

Mark IV · #29 (**permalink**) 07-30-2013, 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by blown871

Going to be looking at a car serial # in the 1400 range.
...
What would one be looking for in respect to upgrades?
Shock mounts?
Shocks...

Did the steering linkage remain the same on these cars?

being a near 10 year old car.. I can handle looking at the maintenance items, Tires/brakes..lines...

Just wanting to know what updates/upgrades that have been amended since the early builds.

The steering is the same as current chassis specs as are the rest of suspension parts. The rear shock mount inspection is needed if the upgrade has not been done. The shocks on a 1400 series car should be the Bilsteins are are fine for general use. Look at the date codes on the tires, anything older than six years should be replaced. I would do a full service, flush the brake and clutch systems with new DOT 4 fluid, change the diff oil, etc. so you know what you are working with.

The major changes since 1400 are the ZF differential and some wiring changes. The car will be 90% the same as a new build.

blown871 · #30 (**permalink**) 07-30-2013, 07:29 AM

Rick,
Thanks for your prompt response to my inquiry.
I sent you an e-mail.
This car came thru your location a few years ago.
Looking for additional information if you could assist.
Thanks!!!
B

blown871 · #31 (**permalink**) 07-30-2013, 02:25 PM

Anyone else have any words of wisdom on an earlier SPF model car?
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The owner states it has a 351 Cleveland.......(not my 1st choice).. (and I never see that motor in these cars...)

allegedly low mileage car.. but for any used car 10 years old everything would need gone thru... maybe for the right price a good starting point? then do the upgrades over the winter?

BAsque1 · #32 (**permalink**) 07-31-2013, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by blown871

Greetings!!
Yes.. I to have wanted one of these cars since I was 14... now in my 40's. and am going to use this forum to resarch and make it happen in the upcoming year.

Been a drag racer and general car guy my entire life.

Like what I see in these forums; a good group!!

Thanks,
B

Welcome Blown871:
I am 175 miles South of you in Rockland County, I know is a trek but we have lots of shows and car cruises down here and needless to say Cobras are always welcomed. If you want to join the NYS Cobra club you can do so here on the forum or in Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/HIZZZZZZ/. I am the moderator so send me a request and I will get you in.
Stay well and enjoy the ride if you have it or when you get it.
Cheers
Lou (Basque1)

blown871 · #33 (**permalink**) 07-31-2013, 04:33 AM

Thanks for the invite.
I actually travel down that way for work periodically.
I will stay in the loop with you folks!!

blown871 · #34 (**permalink**) 08-03-2013, 06:40 PM

It is a done deal.
Purchased my first Cobra!!
SPF....
wow!! Wow Wow!!!
..
Did not sleep last night.. met the owner this am.... went to DMV...
walked around/under etc.. the car for about an hour... and went for the Big drive this afternoon. Came home.. and crashed on the couch. What an emotional rollercoaster!!!!

Love it!!!!

Silversmith · #35 (**permalink**) 08-03-2013, 08:15 PM

WELCOME TO THE ADDICTION THERE IS NO CURE

blown871 · #36 (**permalink**) 11-23-2013, 05:32 PM

... well.. I had to check to see when I joined this forum.. .and began my search;

YUP a year ago!!

Things are good!!

the guidance totally paid off!!!

Jim Kellogg · #37 (**permalink**) 11-23-2013, 07:24 PM

Just thinking about the journey you started a year ago in your search for a Cobra... Glad you were able to pick up your dream car and happy to meet you at WGI and see you hit the track for a couple of laps at the Vintage Grand Prix!!!

If you are anything like the rest of us here, you will probably be out in the garage this winter more than a couple of times, just "checking" to be sure the Cobra is still there, ready for next spring

And I hope to be out at WGI next year with the Cobra instead of the Spyder!
All the best,
Jim

blown871 · #38 (**permalink**) 11-23-2013, 07:30 PM

Jim,
Yes the journey on this 'forum' a year ago.. and Wow.. a great one. Meeting folks like YOU.. and yes I believe I met some of your family as well; you are blessed!!

I was 'at the right place at the right time' this summer for my car purchase for sure, but the learning curve .. and reading and 'listening' to every elses.. thoughts and aspirations is what I truly enjoy about this forum.

Jim.. I hope you get your car back sooon.. .get some studded snows... (we got our first snow here today).. .and start enjoying the thrills again VERY soon!!

B