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    $550 for stock rad!!!

    I dont need a new rad, but I was browsing ebay for cobra stuff and came across this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/BRAND-NEW-OEM-FORD-MOTORCRAFT-RADIATOR-ASY-3R3Z-8005-BA-/171645090364 $550 for stock rad! I know they are discontinued, but geez. I love how they are $4.99 to ship.
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    AEM Engine Management - Anyone done it before?

    As the title suggests, I was wondering if any of you guys out there have gone AEM engine management? I have a friend with a supra and he used AEM when he went e85 with a GM flex fuel sensor so he didnt have to change tunes when he filled up with e85 when he had some 93 pump gas left in the...
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    Alignment on the Cobra - SE Wisconsin

    Saturday March 29th I got an alignment on the Cobra at Lake Country Alignment in Oconomowoc, WI. I needed an alignment because I did a bunch of font suspension work to my 2003 cobra. I was recommended to Justin (owner) by a friend. All I have to say is if you are looking for an alignment for...
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    Spring time upgrades - front suspension

    Since the snow is finally starting to melt in Southern Wisconsin, I decided to refresh the front suspension and steering. I got Global West delrin front LCA bushings, Steeda X2 Balljoints, new prothane swaybar endlinks, MM solid steering rack bushings and a MM front bumpsteer kit. I have...
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    First start after winter tips

    I am going to take the cobra out of storage this weekend; it has been sitting for about 5 months. I have a battery tender on it so the battery should be good. I want to start her up and get the fluids up to temp so I can change oil, change tranny fluid, bleed brakes, etc. We are about 2-3...
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    Detailed the engine this weekend...pics

    It is now mid 20's at nights in the Milwaukee area temperature wise and not looking like we have much time left before its time to put away my Cobra for the winter; I detailed the engine this weekend in prep for winter; here are some pics. I plan on detailing the rest of the car during the...
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    Killer Chiller Gen 3 with Drag Kit install complete (with pics)

    Today I installed the killer chiller GEN 3 with the drag pack. I spent about 2 hours Friday night tearing everything out and about 6 hours today installing everything. I also insulated the cold AC lines (per recommendations) I am going to recharge the AC tomorrow; It will be interesting to see...
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    My 2003 Cobra vs Chrysler 300C SRT8

    I was driving to grab some groceries today and out of nowhere I see a 300C come up on me and fly by. I saw the SRT8 as he flew by me; It sounded really nasty and the cats had to be gone because it stunk also. The guy just gave me a nod as he flew by. He then slowed down and got up next to me...
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    Look at what the UPS man brought today...

    Killer Chiller GEN 3 with the drag kit! After a battle with heat soak, I decided it will never happen again so I bought the Killer Chiller. Plan on starting the installation this weekend :rockon:
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    My 2003 Cobra vs 2001 Intimidator SS Camaro

    I was heading home from a friends house on the freeway minding my own business around midnight a couple of nights ago and I see something coming up on me in my rear view mirror. The guy switched lanes and flew by me (i was going 75 in a 65) so he was probably doing 95 or so. He then let off the...
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    Cruising in the Cobra and I came across a ZL1

    So I was cruising in the Cobra in the Milwaukee area tonight and I saw a 5th gen Camaro in front of me. I was not looking to pick a fight because generally Camaro's in the area are all SS or v6 and they do not scare me too much. So I pulled up behind the Camaro and saw ZL1 on the right rear...
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    Radiator Upgrade...which one?

    Hello, Long story short, I took the cobra out for a spirited drive and my coolant temp which normally is (195-210) got up to 225 in 78 ambient temperatures in Wisconsin, which is a little high for my liking. :shrug: I have the sensor for the coolant temperature directly in the engine block...
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    Show me your gauges!

    So my friend is giving me his PLX DM-6 Gague for free; I plan on buying the sensors that will monitor Wideband, boost, oil pressure and temp, water temp and fuel pressure. Would you guys mind posting pics of what your gauge setups look like so I can get some ideas of where to mount mine...
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    2003 Cobra vs 2003 Porsche 911 GT3

    So I was on my way to the liquor store to grab me a bottle of moonshine and on the highway i came across a 911 GT3...I know its a 2003 because the owner lives in my subdivision and always brags to one of our neighbors how he has the fastest car around. I just picked my cobra up in jan 2013, so...
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    FTBR Front Brembo Review

    As some of you may know, Bruce over at Full Tilt is developing a front Brembo kit; since I live close to Bruce's shop, Bruce gave me the option to buy a kit before it went to market. I also have Bruce's 13 inch rear kit on my cobra. After a spirited drive over the weekend; all I can say is...
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    14 inch Brembos with Brake Ducts :)

    Bruce at Full Tilt Boogie Racing just installed Brembo calipers with the FTBR 2 piece 14 inch rotors and some brake ducts for me. Bruce sent me this pic yesterday. I plan on picking up the car tomorrow or Thursday. I can't wait to try them out. Bruce also installed the 13 inch rear kit and...
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    Full tilt Boogie racing IRS bushing review!!!

    As some of you know, I brought my Cobra to Bruce at FTBR for a complete overhaul on my IRS: bushing kit, bumpsteer, and new ford racing diff cover. Here are the links to my previous threads...
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    Update on FTBR IRS Upgrades

    Hello, I just wanted to give a update on the install of my Full Tilt Boogie Racing FT 1350M, FT 5001 and FT 1860 along with H&R Race Springs. Bruce from FTBR is installing everything (since I live 20 minutes from his shop) Here is a link to the original thread...
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    Cobra in for Suspension Upgrades

    So today I took my cobra over to Bruce at full tilt boogie racing: I am getting the bumpsteer kit, new diff cover, and the full IRS bushing kit done. When the IRS is being put back into the cobra, Bruce is also going to install the H&R race springs i bought and new shocks/struts. Bruce...
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    Install of new Head unit Complete

    So I installed a new Jensen VM9725BT into termy over the weekend. The install was straight forward and I integrated it into the existing mach460 stereo. I did have to run to pick up a RCA Y splitter to connect both of the sub outs on the metra harness with the one sub out on the Jensen HU...
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    Cobra Personilzed License Plate Ideas

    I wanted to grab some input from you guys out there for a license plate for the new Cobra The rules of the plate are: 6 letters or numbers in total The options I have thought of so far are: TERMN8 HISSS (sound of cobra) Z06ETR - not a huge fan of calling out a particular car...
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    Wanted to say hi - New Cobra owner in Milwaukee

    Hello, I just purchased a 2003 Zinc Yellow Cobra from Greg (Booky). I drove down from Milwaukee yesterday and bought and trailered back the Cobra. I wanted to say hello and thanks to Greg! Great seller, great communication and overall an amazing experience. If the rest of the owners on...

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