SGT1171 Posted May 29, 2014 Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 Nice stripe, Mike. I just assumed they would be tape. But looks like it's paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted May 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2014 It is paint. Which is nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 UPDATE: The roller is about to be finished up in South Africa and will be shipped to 'Vegas soon. Here are some pictures. BTW, it is CSX7972. .................she sure is pretty. Looking forward to following this build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted June 1, 2014 Report Share Posted June 1, 2014 So it is now a body and a frame. From there it goes to Shelby American to get the interior, wiring harness, fuel tank, suspension elements, etc. Have they given an estimate for when the car will be available to your power train installer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted June 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2014 So it is now a body and a frame. From there it goes to Shelby American to get the interior, wiring harness, fuel tank, suspension elements, etc. Have they given an estimate for when the car will be available to your power train installer? They estimate 8 weeks after arrival at Irvine/Las Vegas SAI at the end of the month, then it goes to Tom's shop at the speedway for the final finish/install of the Shelby Engines power train and final setup by Tom. That may take another 8-12 weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 They estimate 8 weeks after arrival at Irvine/Las Vegas SAI at the end of the month, then it goes to Tom's shop at the speedway for the final finish/install of the Shelby Engines power train and final setup by Tom. That may take another 8-12 weeks. Tom did the set up for 7076 and did a fantastic job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ITHERTZ66 Posted June 3, 2014 Report Share Posted June 3, 2014 That front suspension certainly is a nod to the original. Wow. I hope you have a great time with this car. Cobras are so cool and this one is certainly going to be extraordinary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted June 4, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2014 Thanks Troy, it will spend much time being driven, and some being shown…... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denstang65 Posted June 4, 2014 Report Share Posted June 4, 2014 Hi Mike. Thank you for sharing. This Cobra will be awesome! I am late in the game and I know it is not the same car, but I have a 65 GT350 tribute and it has a 302 4 barrel Edlebrock w/ Performer RPM manifold mated to a World Class T 5 tranny. I am also running a hydraulic clutch set-up instead of cable. It is a lot easier to shift and better for the left knee. The overdrive is awesome. I drove my car to 2 Vegas Bashes and I got 17.5 mpg on the highway. Well, belated congratulations and please, do keep sharing, cause we all want to see it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted June 4, 2014 Report Share Posted June 4, 2014 The Cobra will have a hydraulic clutch. However, I would strongly encourage you to get an external slave cylinder setup. Mine had a hydraulic throw out bearing and the alignment and mounting was never perfect and it leaked like a sieve. I switched to an external slave setup from Mike Forte. His contact info is on the Cobra forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted June 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 7, 2014 Thanks for the tips guys, more things to ask about, and I will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted July 10, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 10, 2014 Received today the picture of my 331 just completed and ready for dyno-tests and tuning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted July 10, 2014 Report Share Posted July 10, 2014 Received today the picture of my 331 just completed and ready for dyno-tests and tuning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ageishecker Posted July 10, 2014 Report Share Posted July 10, 2014 Received today the picture of my 331 just completed and ready for dyno-tests and tuning. Sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelbymotorsports Posted July 10, 2014 Report Share Posted July 10, 2014 Received today the picture of my 331 just completed and ready for dyno-tests and tuning. Gorgeous, just freakin gorgeous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted July 11, 2014 Report Share Posted July 11, 2014 Wow, when does it get installed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HARALD KELLEY Posted July 12, 2014 Report Share Posted July 12, 2014 Received today the picture of my 331 just completed and ready for dyno-tests and tuning. Oh ya! Awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted July 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 12, 2014 Thanks all, not sure when it will be mated with the roller (which should have made it to 'Vegas by now), but hopefully before the fall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
czardoz1 Posted July 16, 2014 Report Share Posted July 16, 2014 Received today the picture of my 331 just completed and ready for dyno-tests and tuning. That should be in a museum or at least my garage . AWESOME !!!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyKR664 Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 Getting closer! I saw the prototype at the Hertiage center a few weeks ago. I can see why you bought one. The Viking Blue is striking. Beautiful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helge Ruchelski Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 The waiting must be torture!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted July 22, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 It is torture, now find out it (the roller) should arrive in 'Vegas late August. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShelbyKR664 Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 I guess I don't fully understand the process as to why it takes so long. It took my contractor 3.5 months to build my house! The good news, your patience will be rewarded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torch40 Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 I guess I don't fully understand the process as to why it takes so long. It took my contractor 3.5 months to build my house! The good news, your patience will be rewarded. You are not alone. The "process" shall remain a mystery for all eternity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denstang65 Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 Received today the picture of my 331 just completed and ready for dyno-tests and tuning. Shewing! That looks awesome! I would gladly have it installed in my 65 and have the engine broken in by the time you get the roller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ageishecker Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 It is torture, now find out it (the roller) should arrive in 'Vegas late August. That's actually faster than I expected. I hope it arrives then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MY500SS Posted July 22, 2014 Report Share Posted July 22, 2014 You are not alone. The "process" shall remain a mystery for all eternity. So true.................but the wait is paid 10 fold once the Cobra is delivered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted July 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 As my salesman said: "Good things come to those who wait"…….. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Torch40 Posted July 23, 2014 Report Share Posted July 23, 2014 As my salesman said: "Good things come to those who wait"…….. It will be awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeljgt500kr Posted August 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2014 My engine has now been completed and dyno-tested. It makes peak HP of 466 #6200 rpm, and peak torque of 458 @4700 with the 4-48 IDAs and the special grind cam, from Shelby Engines, sounds pretty stout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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