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    New purchase: '98 Cobra

    When we bought our Black 96 SVT Cobra [emoji216] in 2011 it had 37,500 miles and was a pampered garage queen. I paid $10,500.
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    New purchase: '98 Cobra

    Wow [emoji50] you Stole it at that price. Please post some more photos
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    Do you get nervous while driving your Cobra?

    I have a 96 Black Coupe just turned 53K miles. Previous owner really pampered it, sunny days only. It has no dents or scratches etc. I only get nervous driving it through a parking lot or if I come across something like a recently chipped & tarred road, or a truck with debris coming off it. As...
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    96 Cobra question on fluids & plugs

    We have a 96 Cobra that had been very well maintained by the previous owner. We purchased it in July 2011 with 37K miles. It was always garaged, sunny day only, Royal Purple oil. We've now reached the 50K mark. I've kept with the Royal Purple oil every 3-4K miles. I want it to last long with...
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    Any one use Bilstein shocks for Saleen on their Cobra?

    I just bought a set of Bilstein rear shocks for 94-2004 Saleen. They say they will fit all Mustangs that year. Has anyone else purchased these? How did it work out? Are they ultra-Stiff? I have H&R sport springs. I made the mistake of putting on COBRA IRS shocks. Rides like a buckboard...
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    Need advice on replacement tires

    I have a 96 SVT Cobra. It currently has Firestone 245/40 RZ17 tires. Last weekend On the way to a show I had a flat. I need to replace both rear tires because they are worn. The tires are Firestone Firehawk tires. Calling around. They appear to be discontinued, hard to get. Car is a fair...
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    Question on lowered 96 Cobra, rear is too stiff

    Against my wife's wishes I lowered our clean 47K mile 96 Cobra coupe. I asked a lot of questions before hand because I wanted to lower it but not have an extremely rough ride. To save money I bought gently used parts off the forums and some new. I used H&R progressive springs for a 1.5" drop...
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    Classic Car Insurance question: Grundy or American Classic Car Insurance

    I'm going to switch to classic car insurance before I take our 96 SVT Cobra back out on the road. My main reason is agreed value. My current insurer State Farm won't do agreed value. I've been in talks with both and would like to sign the papers on Monday. I don't want to take the car out...
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    CEL P0113 Intake air temp sensor circuit high. 96 SVT Cobra. How to troublesh

    Since the weather has gotten colder I'm getting a CEL. The code is P0113. Intake air temp sensor 1 circuit high. I'm not familiar with the layout of sensors on a 4.6 4V Mod engine. I do have a K&N CAI, but it's been there forever. Only other new thing is a BAMA Tune. I did detail the engine...
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    Off topic what to look for in a 2001 Continental

    Our daily driver Volvo wagon threw a timing belt and bent some valves. May not be worth repairing it's a 98 with 120K miles. So I looked in the merchandiser paper and saw an older couple selling their 2001 Lincoln Continental. It's an automatic, power everything, sunroof, 70K miles, $4750...
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    Alignment question following lowering my car.

    I've finally got all the parts and will be lowering my 96 Cobra probably 1.5". Using H&R springs, Bilstein shocks & struts, Maximum Motorsports caster camber plates, new urethane isolators, and Golden West Suspensions full length sub frame connectors. The local performance tire shop charges $69...
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    SN 95 Cobra 96-98 sub frame connector experience / suggestions

    I've been collecting parts for about 2.5 months in order to lower my car and beef up the suspension. My goal is get rid of 4x4 look, better handling, without too stiff a ride. So far I bought rear Bilstein HD shocks 5K miles at a swap meet. Clean used MM caster camber plates, Low mileage H&R...
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    WTB Bilstein HD Struts

    Looking for a set of Bilstein HD Struts to fit my 96 Cobra. The lower the miles the better, but tell me what you have. Have $$$ ready to buy today. Thanks Dave
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    First impressions with BAMA hybrid tune

    I removed the 13 year old Superchip off the ECU on our 96 SVT Cobra. I then installed the 93 octane Hybrid Race Tune. She feels like a whole new car. Definite more seat of the pants feel in power and acceleration. Unfortunately our local track Maple Grove Dragway stopped test & tune for the...
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    Lowering my car. Shock/Strut question: Bilstein vs Koni Yellows?

    Ok I've been gathering parts to lower my 96 SVT Cobra. Per forum feedback I bought H&R Sport Springs, MM caster camber plates, I picked up a great set of low mile Bilstein rear shocks. But I've been having a problem finding Bilstein Struts with lower miles. I will also be adding Subframe...
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    WTB: Bilstein HD Struts and H&R sport lowering springs to fit my 96 SVT Cobra

    I'm looking to buy a clean set of Bilstein HD Struts to fit my 96 Cobra. Lower mileage pulls from 2003-4 Terminators would be great. Also a full set of H&R lowering springs to fit the same car. Additionally a full set of spring isolators either. Dry clean used or unused to fit 96 V8 Mustang...
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    Need info on rebuilding Bilstein shocks & struts

    I've seen on different forums that you can get Bilstein Shocks & struts rebuilt or re-valved for $75 each. Has anyone had this done? What was your experience. When I go to Bilstein's site it shows two different prices for this. Rebuild: replace o rings, seals, wipers, & oil for struts $85...
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    WTB Front 2003-4 Bilstein HD Struts

    Looking for a pair in VGC with known Thanks, Spiney-Dave Got the CC plates, thanks.
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    Lowering question follow up (shocks /struts)

    I really want to lower my 96 SVT Cobra because of the 4x4 look and I want better handling. Coil overs are out of the question, I'm not putting that much into it. As far as springs probably going with Eibach Pro Kit. I've read that Eibach and Ford Racing are the same springs. FRP are...
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    Fun Ford Weekend at Maple Grove Raceway near Reading PA August 16-17-18

    This weekend is the Fun Ford Weekend at Maple Grove Raceway near Reading PA. Friday night is test & tune Saturday car show and drags. Swapmeet Sunday car show and drags The cars in the show are grouped by years and model Last year the national Torino Group had a convention there also. Our...
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    Please look at my slips and help me reduce my ET's

    Hi, We have a 96 SVT Cobra coupe. Stock suspension, street tires, no cats, h pipe, Flowmaster exhaust, K&N CAI, Superchip. ( BAMA tunes to be installed after I remove chip) B&M short shift kit. Factory rear 3.23 5 speed. 2nd time at 1/4 mile track. First time my wife drove 4/5 runs. This...
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    Question on suspension kit convertible vs coupe ?

    AM has a clearance sale on a Bilstein Suspension kit for SN95 convertibles. It consist of springs plus shocks & struts. Issue is I have a 96 Cobra coupe. According to the specs the convertible weighs 195 lbs more. Would this really make much of a difference? Should I call AM or Bilstein and...
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    SN95 Cobra suspension convertible vs coupe?

    AM has Bilstein lowering kit on closeout for the SN95 convertible. It's a good price but it's only for the convertible. Will it work with a coupe? What will I be giving up? Or should I call AM or Bilstein on Monday to find out the scoop? Thanks, Dave
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    Going to drag strip tonight, need launch tips

    I've got a slightly modded 96 Cobra. No cats, H pipe, Flowmaster exhaust, K&N CAI, and Superchip. Using 17" 245 street tires at about 40-50% tread left. Stock rear 3:23? What RPM is a good starting point to launch at? I haven't been at the drags since 86 with my 4 speed Mach-1 351-C. I'm...
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    Lowering springs for 96 Cobra, best compromise between height and ride quality?

    I've got my money saved and I want to get my lowering springs bought and installed. I'm looking for the best compromise between ride height and ride quality. I want to see a difference from the too high factory stance, but I don't want the ride to be too stiff. A local shop told me the Ford...

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