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02-13-2009, 09:07 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2008
Cobra Make, Engine:
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Purists might hate my new Cobra!
I love the Cobra. And, I love the new Corvettes. So, I built a race quality space frame, skinned it with aluminum and used the best parts for the 1997 and up Corvette. This includes the engine, suspension(switched to coilovers), brakes, wheels/tires, and differential. I converted the diff into accepting a driveshaft. In the Vette the tranny bolts to it. I use a T56 six speed tranny bolted to the engine.
My floor is 3 inches lower than most so that you sit down in it. I route the air out the side of the car to eliminate lift (vents can be installed in the body). My over the top headers make it possible to have huge, and cool (in temp) footboxes. With the Vette suspension and sway bars it is a great handling car. I started it for the first time at the 2008 Run n Gun and set the fast time on the road course for all Cobras, regardless of power, running on over 200 rated tires. (street legal)
I know that my car is not for the purists. Obviously I wasn't trying to build a replica. I wanted a modern super car with an dimensionally accurate Cobra body. I then painted it Corvette Atomic Orange Effect.
I am finishing some details and hoping spring comes soon so that I can drive it!
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02-13-2009, 09:47 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Vero Beach,
FL
Cobra Make, Engine: COX 6111 - '66 "AC 289 Sports."
Posts: 1,572
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I say have some special badges made up that read COBRETTE.
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02-14-2009, 03:29 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Greenville,
SC
Cobra Make, Engine: 70 Shelby convertible, ERA-FIA, 66 mustang convertible, mystery Ford powered 2dr convertible
Posts: 12,627
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That looks really slick, do you have any detail shots of the build you could post?
Bill S.
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02-14-2009, 04:55 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Raytown,
mo
Cobra Make, Engine: FFR Coupe SOLD.Current 66 Mustang
Posts: 962
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I think its Cool John,and seeing it run was even Better Great work.
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  I agree Life is way to short to worry about gas milage.Other rides Crewcab Super Duty F350 Ford,Shlby Charger,66Mustang/Frankinstang,Chevy Van,KTM Dualsport,FFR Daytona Coupe SOLD... RUN N GUN 06,07,08,09 Hallet 09,
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02-14-2009, 04:56 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Dadeville,
AL
Cobra Make, Engine: Sold my EM.
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I like different, so I like your car a lot. I'd like to see more build photos too.
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Cheetah tribute completed 2021 (TommysCars.Weebly.com)
Previously owned EM Cobra
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02-14-2009, 05:22 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2001
Location: Shasta Lake,
CA
Cobra Make, Engine:
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John,
Not being a purist, I think your car is really great. The work you did on the frame and suspension are far above average and I like the final look. When I had my Cobra it was not even close to being like an original, but I built it to suite myself and not all the other people around me. I like the shot where the hood is open. Not many engine compartments look that clean.
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02-14-2009, 05:53 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2008
Cobra Make, Engine: Unique
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I wish I had stuck with my orginal plan and went with a GM powerplant. Nice work.
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02-14-2009, 05:59 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: McAllen,
TX
Cobra Make, Engine: Butler...488" hi-rise, dry-sump FE s/o w/stacks
Posts: 543
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I like your car....lots of creativity and looks great. The engine shot is tops!
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02-14-2009, 06:19 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: DeLand, FL,
fl
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA FIA #2117; 331 stroker; TKO600
Posts: 588
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John, wow - what a great looking build. The frame / chassis / aluminum skin looks beautiful. Tremendous looking machine. I don't like orange cars - but that color does look good. Congratulations.
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02-14-2009, 06:21 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: St. Lucia, West Indies,
WI
Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427SC 383 stroker
Posts: 3,725
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Very interesting and beautifully executed. Please keep posting more details and photos. When it comes to Cobras, the thing I personally care most about is the look. For replicas, as long as that incredible shape and well proportioned dimensions are maintained, why not put your idea of the "right" drivetrain and suspension underneath?
I cringe at the sight of some (not all) of the distorted, reinvented shapes out there because I am turned on by aesthetics. Others are pure motorheads and care more about brand loyalty. To each his own, but your Cobra rendition looks great. Any performance data?
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02-14-2009, 06:33 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Eagle,
Ne.
Cobra Make, Engine: 1966 Lone Star 427SC.
Posts: 4,301
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I've said for a long time, that when I see a car that I don't necessarily like,
"to each it's own". Do I like seeing a Hemi in a cobra, or one with 22" wheels,....no. But everyone has their own taste.
God gave us all our own free will, soul, spirit and creative mind, which makes us individuals.
Personally,.....I love the car, but what is most important, if it turns your crank and puts a smile on your face, all is right in your world. 
Kev
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02-14-2009, 06:42 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: North Jakarta, Indonesia,
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Cobra Make, Engine: RHD Hurricane street roadster HM1081 aging nicely in the garage
Posts: 5,725
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What a gas....that's incredible.....I like everything except the double vents on the sides. Great work and and a slick looking car.
ken
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02-14-2009, 07:47 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Kansas City,
KS
Cobra Make, Engine: jbl
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niiiice! fast times at run n gun is quite an accomplishment for a one off home build. what did it end up weighing?
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02-14-2009, 08:37 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: El Dorado Hills,
CA
Cobra Make, Engine: LA Exotics
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Cobras are like Harleys, the fun is making it your own. I can appreciate the time and craftsmanship you put into this project. Very nice.
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02-14-2009, 10:55 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Gore. New Zealand.,
SI
Cobra Make, Engine: DIY Coupe, F/T ,MkIV.
Posts: 808
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John, if I was there in person I wouldnt be able to resist having a dig at you over the GM stuff, but thats my nature . As others have pointed out more power to you, your the guy with a big grin !!!, one comment though--how come the 'stickers' are still on the tire's, if it was mine they would be looong gone even in 'Go-Kart' form!!
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02-14-2009, 11:10 AM
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Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Houston,
TX
Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance #1374 with 392 RDI Stroker
Posts: 502
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John, like Sinatra said, "I did it my way". You're the only one that needs pleasing. Looks like a rocket to me. Hope you enjoy.
In face, split the headers again and run another set out of the upper hole and tie them back to the sidepipes. That would be really cool!!
Mark
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