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    Engine break-in

    I recently traded my 03 Cobra for a new ('12) GT500. I see it comes from factory with syn oil. I'm from the old school and have always used dino oil to break in any other new autos I've owned. Never had any issues. Is it OK to continue forth with synthetic on these engines? Has anyone switched...
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    Vert rear window quit

    My driver side rear power window has quit working on my vert. I guess it must be the motor since I can hear a faint click back there when I hit the switch. How difficult is it to replace the motor? Is there a write up or has anyone tackled that job? Any help or suggestions would be greatly...
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    Changing bulbs in corners

    Can someone tell me how to remove the corner lights so I can change out the bulb? Appears to be a single screw on top side of housing, but not sure if this is where I begin. Thanks!
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    MGW billett interior pieces

    Noticed MGW's site does not list Lightning accessories anymore...contacted George at MGW and he indicated they have a very few pieces on hand (apparently not producing the Lightning parts anymore)....picked up an aod and turn signal knob for my recently purchased Harley. So if you would like any...
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    FS Sonic Blue Hitch Plug

    I have a new sonic blue hitch plug ....has the SVT & Ford emblems. Bought it off e-bay for $45...traded the truck, never installed, very nice piece...will sell for $30 shipped to the lower 48...shoot me your email address if you want pics.
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    FS 4 '01/'02 wheels

    I have a set of 01/02 OEM Lightning wheels and center caps for sale. 2 are near perfect ($175 ea shipped)*....Both Sold 1 excellent w/very minor wheel weight scuffs on lip ($125 shipped)*...sale pending 1 w/light curb rash ($120 shipped)*.....Sold Pick em up for $25 less per wheel...
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    WTB...shifter bezel

    Looking for 03-04 Cobra shifter bezel with or without the leather boot. Must be in excellent shape with all 5 mounting tabs and plug-in socket intact. Thanks.
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    Suavy's cobra shirts...legit or OTHER

    When Suavy offered to provide builder shirts last fall, it sounded like a great deal....so I bought into it. -mid Oct.....made contact with Suavy with my builders names -reply 10/24 from him that I was good to go if I was still interested -10/29 I confirm continued...
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    windstop

    Can anyone give me some info on the Ford windstop for a vert?...Like type of material it is made from and how it is installed (drilling required?). Also, is it a quality piece of equipment?
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    Jack stand position?

    I'm getting ready to do some underneath work on my Cobra that will require good stable support...where is the best place to set a jack stand for both front and rear? This is for a vert, if the subframe connectors make a difference. Thanks.
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    Wheel question

    Can someone help me.......Will 12mm factory Ford wheels fit on 14mm studs. This may seem silly, but I've seen conflicting info. Someone said you must drill the stud hole out, while another said he has put 12mm hole wheels ('99 style)on his newer L (14mm), a tight fit, but no drilling was...
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    Magnaflow catback question

    Can someone tell me if the Magnaflow catback comes with slash cut tips or straight cut?....Thanks.
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    Orange coolant

    My radiator sprung a leak the other day and had to be replaced. Upon popping the hood after the repair, I noticed the new coolant was orange, not the OEM yellow. Since I was 100 miles from home and it was after hours (no service people around), I went ahead and brought the car home...should I be...
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    Catback install help

    Getting ready to install a new catback on the L...anyone have advice or experience that would help me with removal of the stock system. I have made the swap on the Cobra...was a snap, but no experience on a Lightning.....have about 23k miles on the truck, hopefully the pipes and muffler are not...
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    Alignment

    Can someone tell me where I can find the alignment specs on the '03 Cobra..........Thanks!
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    ? for those who have installed clunk washers

    Got my "clunk washers" from David Lynn this week and upon reading the TSB, I see Ford recommends replacing the nut on the OEM bolt with a new one once it is removed....so I went down to the local Ford place today and (of course) they didn't have the OEM nut in stock, so I asked the Tech why I...
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    F-1 Clearance at Tire Rack

    Tire Rack has F-1's for sale @$158/ea...best price I've seen lately. Original equip 295/45-ZR18's. Shipping is $14.50 ea. Still not a bad buy at $172 delivered in 2 days :thumbsup:
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    Personalized plate preview

    Can anyone out there post the site that allows you to customize your personal plate and view it on line?....really nifty site, used to have it, but can't find it anywhere now:gt: . Thanks!
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    Didn't have the pull until.......

    I balanced and rotated my tires at 5k miles. Right after that the car pulled to the right big time....could feel it trying to take to the shoulder while holding the wheel, and if I let up on my grip, the wheel immediately jerked to the right..really had to fight it. Rotated per instructions...
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    Need install help

    I have decided to spruce up the interior of the Cobra a bit and one of the items is the UPR Stainless Steel A/C panel insert. It's installation will require that the plastic trim that surrounds the vents, radio, a/c controls be removed....not sure how to do this. Has anyone pulled this trim...
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    Fenderwell vs underhood

    There has been a lot of discussion on this subject here lately and varied opinions on the two options. The fender system offers cooler intake charge at the expense of a smaller filter and extended distance from filter to MAF......with the underhood open system just opposite, SO, does it make...
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    Pre-filter

    Can anyone tell me where I can purchase a pre-filter that goes over an open element high flow conical air filter (one brand name I am familiar with is "Outerwears")...........Thanks
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    Resetting the computer

    For simple mods like cat-back and K&N with silencer removed, is it necessary to unhook the battery to reset computer to get full benefit?.....if so, how long does it need to be disconnected?
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    3 Midwest Cobras...MSRP

    Joe Machens Ford in Columbia, MO has just received 3 Cobras and they do not mark up the sticker.....(1) Red Fire/Tan vert, (1) Black/Black coupe and (1) Mineral Gray coupe....great dealership to work with..........vert was my special order, but went with Black coupe instead............(573)...
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    What is the purpose of

    the insert in the stock tail pipes....looks like some sort of "steel wool" lining between the inner and outer pipes....is it for further sound restriction or what:shrug: ...seems like it would cut down on flow at the exhaust exit since the inner tube is smaller.

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