ERA 2136 Build Log - Page 9

tkb289 · #1 (**permalink**) 01-05-2011, 08:04 PM

2136 Is On The Lift

Got a call from Peter this morning that 2136 is on the lift, and final assembly into a roller has begun … needless to say I am thrilled

John sent me a photo, see below (thanks John!)

Tom at FE Specialties is making great progress on the 302. I plan to go up to his shop for the initial startup, run in and dyno test, most likely towards the end of the month.

For the clutch assembly and transmission, I have sourced all of that from Mike Forte. Mike will supply the flywheel, pilot bearing, friction disc, pressure plate, Quicktime bell housing, external slave cylinder & bracket along all the fasteners. He will also supply the TKO 600 transmission with 0.82 OD. I don't need it for the torque capability, but for the gear spacing, should make for a great setup with the 3.31 rear axle ratio. Mike and Tom went over the motor build to select the proper bits and pieces, I'll post a detailed list later. Just like ERA, both Mike and Tom have been in business for a long time, it's great working with people that really know what they are doing.

So … any Club Cobra folks headed to ERA over the next several weeks … please keep an eye out for 2136 and take some photos for me to post … Thanks!

*13* · #2 (**permalink**) 01-05-2011, 08:36 PM

Lookin' pretty sweet!

Dangerous Doug · #3 (**permalink**) 01-06-2011, 08:18 AM

Alright, Tim! Looks great. When do you expect delivery?

DD

tkb289 · #4 (**permalink**) 01-06-2011, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Dangerous Doug

Alright, Tim! Looks great. When do you expect delivery?

DD

Doug,

Not sure on a delivery date, but based on other builds that get to this point in the process I would guess a month or two, maybe a bit more when it's all said and done. There are a lot of variables, not only with assembly, but with parts availability as well.

One thing for sure, it's getting closer

jeffy · #5 (**permalink**) 01-06-2011, 08:54 AM

Great! Means mine is off the lift getting ready for road testing. I'm going up tomorrow to check the fitting of the driver's seat, and will report back in due course!

tkb289 · #6 (**permalink**) 01-06-2011, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by jeffy

Great! Means mine is off the lift getting ready for road testing. I'm going up tomorrow to check the fitting of the driver's seat, and will report back in due course!

Jeff,

Glad to hear that 2131 is back on the ground, going through preflight, and getting ready for takeoff !

Quik289 · #7 (**permalink**) 01-06-2011, 10:03 AM

Tim, 2136 looks great on the lift! Small things jump out when I'm working the same body for 2137. Interesting to note that I just installed the trunk lid weatherstrip on 2137 in my garage last weekend. (It was delivered with short temporary strips masking taped in place.) I thought we both ordered rollers with the same degree of finish work! Did you talk Peter into throwing in some extras, or are the guys at ERA just really into your car? I also noticed an aluminum tunnel sitting in your car in an 8-1-2010 post to this build thread with shift handle hole drilled. I just drilled mine this week! Be sure to have ERA fully assemble the doors. The "pockets" are a bear to install.
Greg

tkb289 · #8 (**permalink**) 01-06-2011, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Quik289

Tim, 2136 looks great on the lift! Small things jump out when I'm working the same body for 2137. Interesting to note that I just installed the trunk lid weatherstrip on 2137 in my garage last weekend. (It was delivered with short temporary strips masking taped in place.) I thought we both ordered rollers with the same degree of finish work! Did you talk Peter into throwing in some extras, or are the guys at ERA just really into your car? I also noticed an aluminum tunnel sitting in your car in an 8-1-2010 post to this build thread with shift handle hole drilled. I just drilled mine this week! Be sure to have ERA fully assemble the doors. The "pockets" are a bear to install.
Greg

Greg,

You bring up a good point, the cars ERA builds really do run the gambit. From a bare body bonded to the frame and some plumbing installed, to a true turn key masterpiece ready to go … and the length of time to delivery and cost of the build is adjusted appropriately.

When I first ordered 2136 in May of 2009, I actually intended to do more of the assembly myself just as you are doing. But as time went by, I changed my mind and decided to have ERA do more (therefore … more time and money

).

I am now pretty much at the 'turn key minus' level, where ERA will finish the car except for the drive line and some of the interior (I will be going with Krikey seats which I will install later).

Peter will do as much or as little as the customer wants, so I would say the difference between our two builds for example comes down to the details of the order. I would hazard a guess that no two builds are exactly alike and each car is truly unique. Peter & Crew are great to work with and one of the things that makes ERA what it is.

I have enough time and talent for the drive line install, and I have a lot of buddies offering to help. I admire the guys who do more of the work on their own, but can also imagine the pure pleasure of having ERA do everything for a turn key car.

You are making great progress on 2137 and should be on the road soon, keep us posted

- Tim

4pipes · #9 (**permalink**) 01-06-2011, 04:38 PM

Tim, let me know if you want company when you visit Tom, I might want to tag a long.

tkb289 · #10 (**permalink**) 01-06-2011, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 4pipes

Tim, let me know if you want company when you visit Tom, I might want to tag a long.

Dave,

You are more that welcome to come along ... probably won't be for at least a few more weeks, I'll let you know when it gets closer.

289fia_cobra · #11 (**permalink**) 01-06-2011, 11:19 PM

Great looking car there Tim! I would say you'll be getting your car around April. Let me know when to bring the engine hoist.

tkb289 · #12 (**permalink**) 01-07-2011, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by 289fia_cobra

Great looking car there Tim! I would say you'll be getting your car around April. Let me know when to bring the engine hoist.

Thanks Herman !

cscobra · #13 (**permalink**) 01-08-2011, 12:12 AM

I found the door pockets pretty straightforward to "assemble" and to install--the directions in the assembly manual are quite good. I also had my wife help, so they turned out even nicer!

tkb289 · #14 (**permalink**) 01-08-2011, 06:14 AM

That's good to know. I have not read any other manufacturers assembly manuals, but can say that the ERA manual is very well written ... it's concise, well illustrated and a great resource.

jeffy · #15 (**permalink**) 01-11-2011, 05:21 PM

Some pics from today's visit. Rob installed the driver's side footbox while I was there.

Before installation:

After install:

Rob under the hood:

Parts for 2136 all lined up and ready to go:

Overhead shot with Rob's tool station:

No need to worry about the door pocket installation!:

tkb289 · #16 (**permalink**) 01-11-2011, 05:59 PM

Jeff,

Great job on the photos, next best thing to being there ... love it! Looks like the assembly is progressing quite nicely. Thanks !!!

- Tim

kgs365 · #17 (**permalink**) 01-11-2011, 06:24 PM

i really like that blue!

289fia_cobra · #18 (**permalink**) 01-11-2011, 09:47 PM

That's a deep blue. It's pretty darn close to the Highlander Pearl Indigo Blue.
Nice!

decooney · #19 (**permalink**) 01-11-2011, 10:14 PM

Tim,

Again, congratulations on the build progress. I look at your updated posts every once in a while just to see how its going and to try and remember the whole wait and build process I went through to build my ERA. Savor the moments and the steps along the way.

For what its worth, as I started thinking about repainting my own ERA this winter, photos from DCDoug and yours on this thread are the ones that inspired me to go out in the garage and tear mine all back apart and repaint it a different color. Its almost back together now.

If you don't already know, be prepared to take it all in when that ride rolls off the truck and into your garage for the first time; you are not going to believe just how cool it is and how nice ERAs are. Love the color too.. Enjoy!

tkb289 · #20 (**permalink**) 01-12-2011, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by decooney

Tim,

Again, congratulations on the build progress. I look at your updated posts every once in a while just to see how its going and to try and remember the whole wait and build process I went through to build my ERA. Savor the moments and the steps along the way.

For what its worth, as I started thinking about repainting my own ERA this winter, photos from DCDoug and yours on this thread are the ones that inspired me to go out in the garage and tear mine all back apart and repaint it a different color. Its almost back together now.

If you don't already know, be prepared to take it all in when that ride rolls off the truck and into your garage for the first time; you are not going to believe just how cool it is and how nice ERAs are. Love the color too.. Enjoy!

Duane,

I hear what you are saying … part of the fun is the whole process. I know a lot of guys have gone through a similar experience with their builds.

Glad that your are working on your car

… be sure to post some before, during and after photos!

I have been cleaning out my garage for the past few months, making room for the car, and room to work so I can install the motor and transmission. Looking forward to the day when the InterCity transporter pulls up out front

- Tim