Sorting out a CSX 6000 Series

[elmariachi]

Originally Posted by patrickt

OK, spotting it before it sprung on you gets a silver star. A gold star answer would have been "I was barefoot at the time, so I just hooked my big toe under the back of the pedal and pulled it back up -- and I don't think we even hit 110."

I didn't have any underwear on and didn't crap in my britches, does that get me any manly points?

Originally Posted by Al G

Who put this car together? I think the problem is with who did the final installation, not the 6000 series in general. CSX 6045 has been trouble-free and stays about 85 degees C even in traffic on a 90 degree F day. No issues with brakes or throttle linkage.

Fair point, I wasn't dissing Shelby, but this car specifically. As far as the roller, it was lacking as well: Leaking master cylinders (loose lines), suspension setup issues, loose sway bar, poor door fitment etc. Not a big deal, just a bit surprised given the price tag.

I won't name who put this car together (you probably know who you are), but you need to stop assembling these cars because you are not qualified. A marine balancer on the engine with illegible timing marks, no timing pointer, no thermostat, loose spark plugs, loose oil dipstick tube, wrong oil pan for a low-clearance application, loose motor mount, poorly routed/unsecured gauge capillary tube lines, steering shaft binding on header, binding throttle linkage etc.

Shelby gets a 10 for ride and handling though. This baby is smooth and corners like a dream, gotta love that IRS.