My FFR AC Cobra build thread

[wizbangdoodle]

The manual instructs you to cut off the ear of the spindle bracket. This was a bit nerve racking, cutting a brand new part, but I just dove right in. It needs to be cut off to clear the upper control arm adjustment. Knowing the why made this easier to cut.

Once I cut it off, I sanded it down to make it look more presentable. These are before and after sanding.

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[Morgan]

Looks great.

Is this the type of project where you fully assemble to test fitment, adjust etc and then disassemble for painting and finishing?

 

[wizbangdoodle]

Looks great.

Is this the type of project where you fully assemble to test fitment, adjust etc and then disassemble for painting and finishing?

You kind of adjust as you go. There is some installing and removing, but once you're at "go-cart" stage, you pretty much have it all together. Then the body comes off for paint. Although, some say to paint with the body on. I'll be removing it for paint.


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[wizbangdoodle]

Finished hub.

I got the upper and lower control arms on as well as the toe adjustment arm. Didn't get a picture yet.

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[Blkkbgt]

@wizbangdoodle how's the process for getting your car registered?

From what I understand some states make it a pain in the ass.

 

[wizbangdoodle]

@wizbangdoodle how's the process for getting your car registered?

From what I understand some states make it a pain in the ass.

Too be honest, I haven't checked into it yet. This summer would be as soon as I need to worry about it. I believe it involves an inspection and then it gets titled. Hopefully not too big of hassle, but it is Washington, so I expect it will be.

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[wizbangdoodle]

Ok, a few more pictures. Completed rearend, almost. Found out they shorted me on the toe adjust arms, so I'm waiting for 2 M14x80mm bolts. Otherwise it's ready for brakes install.
Prepping the rotors is a pita. 12 small bolts and washers, all with a drop of red Loctite, torqued to 155 in/lbs. Then safety wire the whole works. This is why the build class takes three days and the build at home can take years.

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[ajaf1656]

Ok, a few more pictures. Completed rearend, almost. Found out they shorted me on the toe adjust arms, so I'm waiting for 2 M14x80mm bolts. Otherwise it's ready for brakes install.
Prepping the rotors is a pita. 12 small bolts and washers, all with a drop of red Loctite, torqued to 155 in/lbs. Then safety wire the whole works. This is why the build class takes three days and the build at home can take years. View attachment 1827066View attachment 1827067View attachment 1827068View attachment 1827069View attachment 1827070

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The USAF crew chief part of my brain crashes when I look at that safety wire. Lol

 

[Bullitt1448]

The USAF crew chief part of my brain crashes when I look at that safety wire. Lol

I don’t have the instructions with me but from what I recall that looks correct according to the instructions

 

[wizbangdoodle]

The USAF crew chief part of my brain crashes when I look at that safety wire. Lol

It is so tedious.

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[Bullitt1448]

Oh yes it is

 

[ajaf1656]

I don’t have the instructions with me but from what I recall that looks correct according to the instructions

I wasn't trying to be mean about it. I do the same thing when I preflight my jet at work. Civilian safety wire is just a different standard. Lol
Here's a good picture of how the wire should look between fasteners...

 

[wizbangdoodle]

The problem I was having with the safety wire, was getting it threaded through the hole the direction I wanted. I just gave up and threaded it through however I could. Besides, it's kind of a belt and suspenders scenario. Instructions say the wire is optional unless you're tracking the car.

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[Bullitt1448]

I have the same rotors, mine are assembled one on the car but still debating about safety wiring them, I have the wire and pliers, just doubt that it really necessary for a street car

 

[wizbangdoodle]

I have the same rotors, mine are assembled one on the car but still debating about safety wiring them, I have the wire and pliers, just doubt that it really necessary for a street car

It probably isn't necessary, but I figured why not.

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[JPKII]

It probably isn't necessary, but I figured why not.

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Not necessary but that's race car chit... lol. Looks awesome.

@ajaf1656 I'm with you. My days as a crew chief on the ol' UH-1, I had more safety wire cut from the inspectors than most have ever done. lol. Miles of wire for a two inch stretch. lol.

 

[Bullitt1448]

It probably isn't necessary, but I figured why not.

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I am leaning the same way, it’s not like it’s seen by anyone, but just knowing it’s there is somehow satisfying

 

[wizbangdoodle]

Rear brakes on. Wife says they're pretty.
Now, if I could just get the toe adjust bolts...

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[wizbangdoodle]

Steering rack on. Had to knock out the rubber bushings and replace with urethane. One bushing came right out, the other one fought me the whole way.

 

[ViperRed91GT]

I would either re-do that safety wire, or get rid of it entirely. Several are negative safety’s, in that they are actually attempting to loosen the bolt. If it makes a 2, you are good “2” go. If it makes an S, “Start” over. I know you said it’s optional, and only intended for track use, but I doubt that would pass tech if you ever decide to in the future.