Ironman Cobra Build Thread

RestoCreations · #1 (**permalink**) 08-09-2010, 12:32 PM

Yes, i would like for it to look original and i assume that it needs a puke tank somewhere. Any other options on where to purchase a tank. Nothing against the kirkham tank, im sure it is a wonderful piece, but i would prefer something without a logo.
Thanks

csx4910 · #2 (**permalink**) 08-09-2010, 01:57 PM

Kirkham made me one for my CSX without a logo and it was beautiful for a great price. (polished was a bit more but worth it!
Ron

pusherfans · #3 (**permalink**) 08-15-2010, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by RestoCreations

Yes, i would like for it to look original and i assume that it needs a puke tank somewhere. Any other options on where to purchase a tank. Nothing against the kirkham tank, im sure it is a wonderful piece, but i would prefer something without a logo.
Thanks

if you're talking about the oil puke tank, the Kirkham tank has no logo. But it sounds like your talking about the coolant tank in front of the engine. The Kirkham tank is very nice, but does have their logo. These guys supply a stainless steel version of the original tank that can be powdercoated or painted black to look original or they also have the brass one like the originals:

http://www.southernautomotiveengines...tsforsale.html

RestoCreations · #4 (**permalink**) 08-16-2010, 10:01 AM

I was just confused and did not put much thought into the tank. I actually was referring to the oil puke tank on the firewall, but simply did not realize that it was an oil puke tank. Is it a good idea to have one or just something else to look pretty in the engine compartment? Ive never heard of an engine having an oil puke tank.

pusherfans · #5 (**permalink**) 08-16-2010, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by RestoCreations

I was just confused and did not put much thought into the tank. I actually was referring to the oil puke tank on the firewall, but simply did not realize that it was an oil puke tank. Is it a good idea to have one or just something else to look pretty in the engine compartment? Ive never heard of an engine having an oil puke tank.

The oil tank is typically not used anymore. It was where all the drivetrains oils vented to, but today, we use breathers on the engine on the valve covers, the trans has it's own and the Kirkham's provide the one for the rear, so I believe these days the guys who put them on probably do it for the original look and of course, you can make them functional too. I was going to put one on, but they were out of stock and then I did not feel like doing it later. But maybe one of these days.

In short, it's your call. If you want the look go for it.

RestoCreations · #6 (**permalink**) 10-04-2010, 02:53 PM

New suspension, differential, etc are in the works at Kirkham currently. I should have a functional roller in the near future.
Just thought i would share since the parts should be here in a few weeks. I should be able to turn my full attention to this car in about two weeks.

RestoCreations · #7 (**permalink**) 10-11-2010, 07:38 PM

Old suspension is out. Im ready to start with a clean slate.

I figured out why the front wheels were on one side and the rear on the other-One rear tire was mounted on a front wheel and one front tire on a rear wheel.

Front

Rear

Can anyone tell me if this is the correct steering sector rod?

And, should this carpet area be exposed after the suspension is installed? The only reason i can think for it to be exposed is for access to the lower control arm stabilizer bolt. Is the carpet simply cut out and the area left open, or does something cover these areas?

All reject and proto-type suspension components are out

FatBoy · #8 (**permalink**) 10-12-2010, 01:29 AM

Hi,
The steering rod certainly isn't the same as mine, so I suspect it isn't correct. There should also be a rubber boot on the inner end.

The hole in the floor should be covered by a vacuum formed black plastic cover on the inside of the car, the same or very similar to the ones inside the trunk (shown below).

This is simply pop-riveted in place.

Paul

dcdoug · #9 (**permalink**) 08-16-2010, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by RestoCreations

Yes, i would like for it to look original and i assume that it needs a puke tank somewhere. Any other options on where to purchase a tank. Nothing against the kirkham tank, im sure it is a wonderful piece, but i would prefer something without a logo.
Thanks

Mickmate makes one that is just like the originals (he makes it from the original parts just like Shelby did back in the day). I have one, nice piece.