Greg

Members Build Diaries · October 7, 2021

Been a while, but finally getting back onto my Cobra build.

Firstly I decided to tackle the breaks and shocks, so gave them a paint job and added some extra detail to the callipers.

Next up was the rear diff and drive shafts which also got treated to a new paint job.

For good measure I also repainted the prop shaft and the black plastic bulkheads were given a more aluminium look.

More to come soon.

Members Build Diaries · April 24, 2021

Thanks, got a few more things planned for it. 🙂

Members Build Diaries · February 9, 2021

A bit more on my Cobra build. Tackled the manifolds. I'm planning to repaint the exhausts and add some heat staining, but in order to add some variety to the overall look of the engine and to be different I guess. I decided to go for wrapped manifolds, not everyone's cup of tea I know, but I really like it. I did this with physio/medical plaster tape, I'd be happy to explain more if people would like.

Members Build Diaries · February 7, 2021

Thanks all. Got some ideas for the breaks and exhausts next. I'll keep you posted. 🙂

Members Build Diaries · January 8, 2021

Hi all, thought I'd share some photos of where I'm up to at the moment. The Shelby Cobra 427 S/C is my all time favourite car, I've found the quality great so far, but really wanted to add some more to it. So here's where I'm up to at the moment.

I repainted the carburettor and added further detail in. I also sanded down the bath tub and repainted it so I could loose the mould lines.

I worked on the alternator a bit too. Repainted it and added in micro hex bolts. Also fabricated in an oil dipstick.

I replaced all the visible cross head screws with micro hex bolts, nuts and washers. Repainted the pulleys, hollowed out the slit in the alternator arm and added detail to the distributor.