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    Buying car out of state, transport with no tags?

    I live in SC and bought a 68 Torino GT Vert from a guy in FL. There was not time to mail title and go to DMV after wire transfer before driving home this weekend. Do I drive it without tags or put on a tag from one of my other vehicles and bring that vehicles registration and insurance? I will...
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    2003 DSG Cobra Convertible with Whipple

    It is with a heavy heart that I am listing my 2003 DSG Cobra Convertible for sale. The car has 61,xxx miles and has been the best vehicle I have ever owned. Serious inquiries only please. Call, text or email for more info and photos. Eddie Smith 864-SevenOneZero-955nine...
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    My First Time 1/2 Mile Drag Racing!

    Ran at Heaven's Landing in Clayton, GA at WannaGoFast. Had a blast and beat my goal of 140mph. I ran a best of 144.4 mph backed up by 143.5 mph and 142.6 mph runs. Struggled to get a good launch with old and near bald 315 Toyo R888's but the car pulled hard once it got traction. Was running...
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    5.6mpg on last tank! What's wrong!?!

    Gas mileage was just 5.6mpg on last fill up (63.5 miles on 11.4 gallons). I usually see between 10-13mpg as my driving is all low speed with lots of stops and starts. What could cause the sudden drop? Two weeks ago I changed plugs (old ones looked good and were low mileage), cleaned filter...
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    Unusual Battery Light Issue. Have searched and troubleshot

    Need some help. I have had a battery light that comes on a short drive after startup, typically less than a mile. It will go out in a mile or so, sometimes flickering in and out, and then stay off for good. It usually only does this when the engine is cold. It has been doing this for OVER A...
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    Help identifying locking lug nut, lost the key!

    It has 8 points and no markings . Anyone know the brand?
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    WTB: 03/04 Stock Intercooler Tank

    Looking for an excellent condition stock tank. No cracks or blemishes. Email is the best way to reach me. Please send pictures.
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    VIS Carbon Fiber Hood For Sale

    I am selling my VIS carbon fiber hood. It is painted DSG as you will see in the pictures and is a perfect match to my car. You will also see the fitment is as good or better than stock. The hood sells for $1,100 new from VIS before any paint work...
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    Quick antifreeze fill/mix question

    I am flushing my radiator fluid by draining, refilling with distilled water, running with heat on, draining again, repeat. However, when draining at the radiator it only takes about a gallon or so to fill the system up. I'm filling the overflow tank, then capping and filling at the crossover...
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    Need Some Mid-Pipe Advice for a Convertible

    I currently have stock manifolds, stock catted h-pipe, and Magnaflow catback exhaust. The car has a nice hum to it with zero rasp and a little burble on deceleration. It sounds good and is quiet enough I can talk to someone or listen to the radio with the top down. However, I wish it...
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    BAP keeps blowing mini fuse on startup

    Kenne Bell BAP is wired pre-FPDM and has blown the mini fuse 3 times in the past several months. I have tried a 30amp and some 40amps I bought off ebay. It is hard wired to be full voltage boost and all connections are soldered. I have the wiring upgrade and Ford GT fuel pumps. I have cleaned...
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    Bought the wife a 2016 Explorer Sport

    I have fully gone to the dark side or the light, depending on which side you are on. Born and raised a Chevy guy, now with two badass Fords parked in the garage in front of a "parking for Chevy fans only" sign, lol. With two young boys and the fact I drive pretty much everywhere we go unless my...
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    Front IRS Subframe Replacement Bolt Help Needed

    What's the secret to getting the Subframe bushing lined up with the body hole? I have the car supported on jack stands at the SFC and am using the jack under the IRS Subframe (near the bolt) to take weight off, but the bushing hole is off center with the body hole. The bushing hole is shifted...
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    Got Promoted Today!

    Been taking on a lot of additional responsibilities lately and it was great to get recognized for all my hard work. Just wanted to share. Looks like the Cobra is going to get some extra TLC this year!
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    MGW with Comfort Handle vs. Stock Shifter Location

    I have been doing a lot of searching and cannot find an answer to this. Can anyone compare the location of the shift knob on the MGW shifter with the Comfort Handle to the location of the stock shifter. Pictures or personal experience would be very helpful. What I am trying to figure out is...
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    WTB: Steeda Comfort Pro Shifter Handle

    I can't seem to find anyone selling these so it looks like Steeda stopped making them. If anyone has one to sell, please PM or email me. Thanks, Eddie
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    Tuning Help Need, Dyno Results Inside

    Just got back from the dyno and my car is falling flat on its face after 6,000rpm. My tuner was a little stumped so hopefully yall can help give some suggestions or things to check. Details: 2003 Cobra with 57,000 miles, daily driven for past several years and in excellent condition 2.3L...
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    Guess my dyno numbers

    Going to the dyno (Dynojet) for the first time tomorrow morning. What do you think I will make? 2.3L Whipple (2nd Gen) 3.25" pulley 60# injectors and Ford GT fuel pumps Stock manifolds and H-pipe w/Magnaflow catback Steeda cold air w/K&N filter Going to be tuned on 93 octane. Car...
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    Test Drive Review: 16' Mustang Ecoboost

    I test drove a 16’ Ecoboost Mustang today, which was also the first S550 Mustang I have driven. Here are some of my thoughts: I was SHOCKED by the turbo lag of the Ecoboost, in a bad way! Now, I drove an automatic with 3.15 rear gears, but I went WOT once from a near stop (rolling) and once...
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    Tommy Pike Customs

    Just recently ran across them at a car show and realized they are in my backyard. Has anyone heard of them or had any work done by them? http://www.tommypikecustoms.com/ I found this article about them: http://www.hagerty.com/articles-videos/Articles/2015/01/27/Custom-1969-Ford-F-100
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    Quick clutch adjustment help needed

    Trying to adjust throw out bearing preload and I have backed out the firewall adjuster to the point where the cable is pretty tight (can still wedge a flathead screw driver between cable and adjuster but no slop when I pull on cable) and the bearing is still spinning. My goal was to back it off...
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    FS: 3.0" Whipple Supercharger Pulley

    To my knowledge, pulley was only installed one time for a dyno tune and then removed and stored in a box. It is in like new condition. I am asking $80 shipped.
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    Has anyone used JR Racing in Greenville, SC for Dyno Tuning?

    Thinking about having them dyno tune my Cobra and they will do some street tuning as needed also. I have spoken with them, but am hoping to get a few peoples opinions before I pull the trigger.
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    Anyone use JR Racing Performance Tuning in Greenville, SC

    Has anyone used this shop for dyno tuning, particularly on 03-04' Cobra's? They are local to me and much more affordable than some of the other more well known shops. I was thinking I might give them a try. Any experiences/opinions would be appreciated.
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    BBK Offroad X-pipe and Stock 03-04' Cobra Catback Exhaust

    I decide on the factory h-pipe and Magnaflow catback for my exhaust note taste so the BBK offroad x-pipe and stock catback are both for sale. BBK offroad x-pipe = $125 obo Stock catback = $125 obo Parts located in Greenville, SC and are for local pickup only. I am willing to drive a...

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