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    Side Stripe Specs Needed

    FYI, there are differences even between '65 and '66, both in dimension and the fact that '65s should be painted. Like mentioned, check Branda for the details.
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    Shelby Grill

    The Scott Drake piece will match, however a reproduction Shelby piece is available. I'm currently waiting (backordered) on mine from Branda (www.cobranda.com).
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    Whats a good T5 shifter?

    I have the Steeda Tri-Ax in my '98 Cobra. I've tried all three (Tri-Ax, Pro-5.0, and MGW) and they're all a vast improvement performance-wise over the stock shifter, but I felt the Steeda had a slightly more solid, robust feel than the other two. On the other hand, I've heard others say it...
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    Opinions on traction devices.

    Thanks for the recommendation, Tim. I haven't driven the car yet with the solid bars, but they're already installed. I'm thinking I'll just go ahead and install the spring rods before the fiberglass rear shelf and everything is installed if there's a significant improvement; I'm sure it'll be...
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    Opinions on traction devices.

    Speaking of traction devices...has anyone used Cobra Automotive's (www.cobraautomotive.com/images/torks.jpg) center-mounted torque link? Are these meant to be used in conjunction with override or underride bars? I already have override bars installed on my unfinished '65 Shelby Clone, and was...
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    Keep the fastback or go modern?

    I couldn't be more pleased with my '05 GT [Mustang, that is; I only wish I had a Ford GT] as a daily driver; it's much more comfortable than even the previous generation Mustangs [all of a sudden my '98 feels very cramped inside]. There's much more interior space, and it very smooth-riding for...
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    Stupid thing I discovered about getting my car painted- tell me if Im crazy-

    I've been getting quotes for my '65, and from what I understand, much of the $ in a $10K paint job comes from labor associated with re-assembly (fitting the panels and doors, etc). Your quoted prices make sense to me if having the doors/fenders painted means bringing him the parts yourself and...
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    stripes on a GT350

    Also, keep in mind that the dimensions of the rocker stripes on '65s are different than those found on '66-on cars.
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    Wheel rub on coil spring covers - whats the fix?

    I bought a set of Cobra Automotive's coil spring covers for my '65. They are lower profile, allowing more tire/wheel clearance, and are much stronger/stiffer than the stock units, thus strengthening the shock tower area a bit. Worth checking into if they make a set for 67-8's. The quality of...
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    disc brake upgrade on 65 fastback

    I bought the SSBC kit with the single master cylinder to keep an original look. The quality of their parts appear (can't drive the car yet) to be outstanding, and the install was simple. Everything installed flawlessly with the exception of the dust caps, believe it or not. It turns out they...
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    Magnaflow releases full stainless steel exhaust systems for 65-70 Mustangs

    Good point, I shouldn't have said "always"; but consider this example. I had a Borla system on my '98 Mustang (with an off-road X-pipe) and drove it for 65K miles through 6 snowy/salty winters, and was able to hand-polish the system to a like-new shine just prior to selling the car. I don't...
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    Magnaflow releases full stainless steel exhaust systems for 65-70 Mustangs

    Does stainless steel make much of a difference in sound? No. Will a stainless system outlast a good aluminized one? Not as far as most of you are concerned, for I doubt many of you will drive your car to the point of rusting out a good aluminized system. For a daily driven vehicle or one...
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    Roush SN-95 (pre-'99) Widebody SR

    Thanks for the info, Robert. What would this car be worth, both as a roller and a complete car, in your opinion? Also, has anyone viewed this car closely enough to evaluate its quality in terms of fit and finish?
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    Roush SN-95 (pre-'99) Widebody SR

    Thanks for the replies. I contacted Mark from Performance Autosport. He said there were only 3 Wide-body street models produced, and only one was a pre-'99 car. This confused me, for I remember seeing a black one in Saleen's '98 catalog with a wing similar to one found on the S281, and one...
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    Roush SN-95 (pre-'99) Widebody SR

    Does anyone here own one of these rare Saleens? Has anyone seen one for sale recently? I haven't heard anything about these for such a long time. Any leads on where to find one and/or info on your experiences with one would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.
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    tie rod ends

    If I remember correctly they were around $200, maybe a little over.
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    tie rod ends

    I'm using Cobra Automotive pieces as a bump steer kit. These are used on many of the vintage racecars, so I assume they're sufficient strength-wise. I've been very pleased with the quality (appearance) of Cobra Automotive's suspension parts; however I have yet to drive the car since its still...
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    Hollow Sounding Exhaust

    I think a Borla Catback with their straight-through XR-1 mufflers mated to a Bassani X-Pipe will give you the sound you're looking for. I have that setup on my '98 Cobra, and I guess I'd consider it having a really loud, "hollow" sound to it (especially at WOT).
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    Anyone with Hooker SuperComps/Borla XR-1's?

    Do those of you running Borlas just use their standard Turbo mufflers? Ever heard of anyone using round sportsman XR-1's on a street small-block?
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    roll bar

    Do you have rear seats? If not, have you checked out the style of roll bar used on the '65 Shelby R-models? I ordered one from Tony Branda (http://www.cobranda.com/GetItemDetail.asp?ItemID=3287&CatID=375&DeptID=1) for my '65 Fastback but have yet to have it installed. The bar came unpainted...
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