10-05-2009, 06:19 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Boise, Idaho,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Contemporary Classics 427 SC, 427 sideoiler
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This is not a "Cobra" story, but very similar. For several months back in 1969, my daily driver was my best friend Jim's 1961 bugeye Sprite which was powered by a hi-po 289. Coming home one day, I wrang it out in 1st; grapped 2nd; and found myself holding on to a steering wheel unattached to the rack. It turned out that a set screw on a steering shaft u-joint picked an unopportune moment to let go. I managed to get it braked to a stop without hitting anything. Other than sitting a bit higher in the seat, no harm was done.
To this day, whenever I think my CCX can get squirrely, all I have to do is remember the Sprite. There's something about 300+ hp; sub 2,000 lbs; and an 80" wheelbase that can get your attention in a hurry.
Bob
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