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    Brake rotors and pads

    I need to buy new rotors the set I have are original and I have had them turned too many times so they are too thin. I was looking at the slotted vs. drilled what is the preference, also what about brand, any suggestions or things to stay away from? Suggestions on pads too, I have been using...
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    99Cobra with HCI engine -supercharger/intercooler

    I am interested in putting a supercharger on my car, finally. I have and HCI engine, and I would like to run around 500+rwhp, and I want to know what setup I should go with. Looking at Vortech t-trim and Paxton intercooler. But I am open for suggestions and interested in people that have first...
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    18x10's rubbing issues

    I have a 99 cobra with eibach springs and the wheels fit nicely, but when i take a turn they rub like hell, even when i hit bumps on the freeway they can rub. so i need some advice on how to make the adjustments so they stop. thanks in advance.
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    car won;t start, ABS light on

    Ok yesterday i thought it would be fun to take a little drive up page mill road in PA and take a few curves. so i am on my way down the hill and the ABS light comes on. then i hear this horrible noise for about 10 seconds while the car is started. turn the car off the noise starts. few moments...
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    99 Cobra engine - died yesterday

    My f***ing engine is dead 77K miles and it is dead. i can;t believe it i guess i just have a knack for breaking shit. ok so now i need to know what my options are. so i come to you all for help. perceived options: rebuild what i have stroker short/long block remanufactured ford engine...
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    Mass Air Sensor testing????

    Is there any way to test if my mass ari sensor is working properly? i had a problem with only 235 rwhp and i went to the track and i was running 14's so i know i am down on power still even after the new xpipe. i was told that the cats were crushed and that i needed to replace the cats, but the...
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    X pipes, Bassani or Magnaflow????

    OK, i need to buy an x pipe to fix my smashed cat on the stock H pipe. I just can;t decide, but i am leaning toward magnaflow, due to the HP gains being greater than bassani. as for sounds i don;t care too much i don;t want it to sounds shitty but not my major concern i just want power...
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    99 Cobra HP trouble

    I just got back from Apex Motorsports with the worst news. My rear wheel HR is 235. 235 wow what a crappy day. The car just had a tune-up. and according to SVT (FORD) the car has had the "Fix" intake honed, cat back, and computer flash. I have an appointment for Monday to take it to...
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    Fender/Tire Rub, rolling fender????

    I have a probelm on hard turns i hear/feel rubbing in the rear sometimes in the front. How does this get resolved? where is a good place to get it rolled?? is that the right term to corect the rub? stock rims with 255's front and 275's on the rear.
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    1/4 mile times w/irs

    I'm interested to know what times everyone is getting. Dyno numbers would great too. Actually what i am looking for is to make a final decision if i want to save for a supercharger or save for other toys. I want to get into the 12's but not sure if 6200 bucks(apex, supercharger) is worth it...
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    Insurance rates

    I noticed in a different posting someone had high insurance rates. what is everyone paying? what are good carriers?

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