Newbie- Chicago IL

[dpariso]

Hello everyone! I just bought a Cobra (I'm the 3rd owner) and can wait to tinker with it. I have a few things I need to address (Carbon filer, squeaks) but overall VERY HAPPY! Though I'm semi skilled (kinda backyard mechanic) I tip my hat to all of you who built a Cobra from the beginning.

Anyone in the Chicago area?

[Szatan5721]

I’m in the city close to midway airport

[Al_C]

Welcome to the forum! I'm in Wheaton. Still building. Slowly. I hope you can get a lot of enjoyment from your car before the weather get ugly. Can you tell us more about your car?

[dpariso]

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[dpariso]

Shoot me a PM and you are welcome to see how mine was built for ideas to complete yours.
Built in 2008
Engine:
4.6L DOHC - 32V
Teksid All-aluminum block and heads, 6-bolt main caps. Can take up to 1100hp
SVT Cobra intake & throttle body
Fuel pressure gauge on fuel rail.
Polished coil pack covers.
Color matched, Powder coated cam covers and lower intake
Blackstone lab oil analysis done on the engine; report showed "very clean"
Engine is controlled by a Telorvek standalone wiring system.
Engine and PCM have been converted to mate with a new Tremec TR3650 5-Speed Manual Transmission . New Cobra Clutch.
8qt Oil Pan
Hi torque starter

Suspension,brakes,etc
Upgraded 3-link rear suspension / FFR tubular lower control arms
8.8 Rear Differential w/Tru-Trac Detroit Locker 3.55 gears Solid Axle with Girdle cover to strengthen carrier.
SN95 Mustang GT PBR, four wheel disc brakes with Wilwood twin Master cylinder with Dual remote reservoirs
FFR Tubular Upper/Lower Control Arms with Koni adjustable Coil-Over Shocks
15:1 Uni-Steer Manual Rack
Vintage Air Heater
Two speed Wipers
Dual Roll Bars protect the high-back Simpson racing seats, complete with Simpson 5-point racing harnesses
4-core super cooler, Aluminum Radiator w/ Breeze Aluminum Shroud and Cowl cover
Automatic Fan Controller (puller fan)
Manual twin fan (pushers)
Black Powder Coated Frame
17" Bullit Rims: 9" front, 10.5" rear
Sumitomo HTR ZIII Tires:
255/40R17 front
275/40R17 rear
Ron Francis Chassis Wiring Harness
Speedhut FFR backlit Vintage Gauges
12V connection “lighter” under dash
4:4 ceramic coated headers
Wind Wings & Sun Visors
Modified Drivers Foot box for extra space
Removable Transmission Tunnel Cover
AC Wood steering wheel
Spare Windshield for Chop project


Fully insulated cockpit aluminum panels
All aluminum panels coated (paint) and undercoated
Trunk is trimmed out
Nose properly ducted:
Front brakes cooled by hi-temp silicon racing cooling hose.
Second vent dedicated to intake air.

[Lake Living]

Hi Al_C, I'm new to the forum and am in the planning phase of ordering a 33 Hot Rod from FFR. I will likely also sign up for the build class in February and complete before finalizing my order. I would love to bounce ideas off someone that has gone through this before or point me in the right direction... I know your building a Roadster, but its hard to find a Hot Rod builder in the area...I live in Darien, IL, not far from Wheaton and would love to see your project, if you have the time and be so inclined?? Send me a message if possible...Thanks!

[FLPBFoot]

dpariso,

Sweet looking cobra! I'm in the Kildeer area and will be attending build school in March. If you might be by this way let me know. Would love to see your ride.

Steve

[Jeff Kleiner]

dpariso,
Welcome! I just spotted this and know that car well; it was built by my good friend Scott Meyer. We communicated a lot while he was building and still stay in touch even after he sold it. If you aren't already aware Scott documented much of the build of this car on the other forum. Let me know if you need links and I'll post them up for you.

Cheers,
Jeff

[David Hodgkins]

Welcome to Cobra ownership! I upgraded your account so you can use the gallery and update your profile. As you can tell we're glad your here!

:)

[broku518]

Hi. I am in Bolingbrook. Working on mk4 complete kit since November.

[dpariso]

Hello Jeff.
OMG! YES! The person I bought it from knows little about it. PLEASE put me in contact with Scott. I've tried contacting him from some of the 2008 receipts but he changed his number. Its a AWSOME car! I have a few Q's I'm hoping he can answer.

[dpariso]

Hello Jeff, could you please put me in contact with Scott Myer?

[dpariso]

I only had about a month to enjoy my Cobra before the weather got too cold and the roads were salted. We don't live in a state that accommodates a car that has no windows, no roof... LOL
I'm hoping in the next couple months will be better. Let me know if you want to come up to Beach Park (near Gurnee) to look at mine for possible ideas for your build.

[gtaroger]

Welcome! Roger

[dpariso]

Hey AL. Hows your build going?

[steno]

Welcome to the family! I’m just west of you in “driving country” 52,000 miles of smiles!

[Al_C]

Hey AL. Hows your build going?

It's coming along slowly, but steadily. I need to wrap up the dash wiring and get the cooling system done and I should be able to do a first start. Hoping for some good weather so it's easier to work in the garage. Spring is finally here, so (in addition to baseball) it should be warming up! You're always welcome to visit Wheaton...