"Inspirations" for my ERA 289

[jeffy]

Originally Posted by patrickt

You'll love driving it. Now, personally, I'm not crazy about cold weather driving. When you get your car it's going to be cold, and that will be your first Cobra driving experience. You'll still enjoy it, but IMO it doesn't come anywhere near springtime Cobra driving. That's my favorite, and it's only a couple of months away.

I doubt I'll do much driving before it warms up a bunch: the car doesn't have a heater or a top! Upside is that the drawn-out DMV process won't be nearly as frustrating if it's too cold to drive...

[RodKnock]

Originally Posted by jeffy

ERA mounted the tires and masked them, then Teddy painted the wheels with a two-stage satin/semi-gloss black. I am very happy with the results. I would recommend this route over powdercoating: much broader finish and color selection, easier to "fix" or change the color, and paint appears to provide a thinner, smoother coat. The paint may scar easier than powdercoating, but should be easier to repair.

If the magnesium wheels do not get made by Halibrand or even if they do get made, then I may go the same route as you and paint or powdercoat my Trigos. I really like that look a lot.

[jeffy]

Originally Posted by RodKnock

If the magnesium wheels do not get made by Halibrand or even if they do get made, then I may go the same route as you and paint or powdercoat my Trigos. I really like that look a lot.

The restored CSX 2001 sports the same look, and looks pretty cool in black-on-black:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3vIiezn80k

http://www.shelbycsxinfo.com/Article...-csx-2001.html

[ack fia]

Is that a tack drive magnito I see on your engine? Tell me about it.

[strictlypersonl]

That's a 5lb bottle. We usually put nozzles on the left and right side of the firewall (behind the engine), pointing forward.

[tkb289]

Originally Posted by strictlypersonl

That's a 5lb bottle. We usually put nozzles on the left and right side of the firewall (behind the engine), pointing forward.

Bob,

What type of suppressant is used in Jeff's car, and are there any other types you would recommend?

- Tim

[strictlypersonl]

http://www.firebottleracing.com/new-products.html

Halon is not the absolute best fire suppressant, but it doesn't make a terminal mess should you use it.

[mrmustang]

Originally Posted by strictlypersonl

http://www.firebottleracing.com/new-products.html

Halon is not the absolute best fire suppressant, but it doesn't make a terminal mess should you use it.

Coldfire, aqua based fire suppression systems are best used in a open cockpit car like the Cobra.

http://www.firefreeze.com/coldfire.htm


One nozzle should be pointed towards your fuel source (engine compartment), one should be pointed at your foot box to give you time to get out of the car.


Bill S.

PS: Disclaimer, I used to sell these systems, I no longer handle the account that was my inside purchase pipeline (I can put you in touch with a NJ based supplier) , but feel strongly enough to use it in all of my personal race cars and cobras when they were warranted.

[jeffy]

Some pictures from today's visit. Not much left to do: paint and install brake scoops, final tuning by Jim Inglese and road test.

[NFLDMNBB]

Originally Posted by jeffy

Some pictures from today's visit. Not much left to do: paint and install brake scoops, final tuning by Jim Inglese and road test.

That's it! Now I have to call my Doctor...... It's lasted more that 4 hours by looking at these pics. Over the top comp! Congratulations.

Roger

[*13*]

So you drove it?

[jeffy]

Originally Posted by *13*

So you drove it?

No, hasn't been out on the road yet, roads are too sloppy: Doug wants to keep it pristine! Also in the 20's today. Since we are expecting another storm, I doubt it will be out for some time. All in good time, though...

[PeteF]

Your Halon bottle location looks like it may be hard to access for recharging (unless there is a way to do it without removal). My bottle on ERA2041 is mounted longitudinally in the top left corner of the passenger footbox, and isn't visible unless you stick your head under there. Relatively easy access, but not in the way. I assume the guys at ERA put it there, since I am the second owner. And, I don't have a heater either. Just an option for your consideration.........car looks fantastic BTW

[kgs365]

looks awesome!...great attention to detail...

[FrankJohnson69]

I now officially have FIA envy... Damn you!

That has got to be almost the perfect FIA. Thanks for sharing.

[Jamo]

Beautiful...

[tkb289]

Jeff,

Your dream has come true ... it's magnificent !

[Bill Wells]

a STUNNER !!! Bill

[JayDog]

GULP! About as nice as it gets.

[RAO-3]

really looks great and gives you something to look forward to when it starts to warm up outside.

-Ray