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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2037 Build Thread
« on: July 04, 2023, 11:20:05 AM »
Way to GO! Exciting times. Engine bay looks great!
Jim
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2027 build thread. The Street Beat.......
« on: April 19, 2023, 09:01:05 PM »
Looking great!
Glad to see you building some momentum! I look forward to following further progress.
Glad to see you building some momentum! I look forward to following further progress.
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2037 Build Thread
« on: February 23, 2023, 08:43:45 AM »........ to be. I've got the 7/8" master for the rear brakes and a 3/4" for the fronts. Pedal feels really nice though. .........
My brakes are set up with the 7/8" master for the front and 3/4" for the back. Attaching adjustment notes from Wilwood.
Jim
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2040 Build
« on: January 31, 2023, 09:57:58 AM »
Wow! Excellent progress. I am enjoying watching your build.
Jim
Jim
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2037 Build Thread
« on: January 31, 2023, 09:45:12 AM »Can't believe it's been this long since I updated. Progress has not been real worthy of pictures. Have been making some parts. I made the slave cylinder bracket. Also made my own driveshaft, wasn't too bad really. Yesterday I squared the rear end up and locked it down. Lot of time sourcing parts and waiting on my buddy who does the welding.
My clutch has been working great! You should be happy with yours as well. Way to go on the drive shaft. Did you have any concerns about balancing? Your build is looking great.
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Build Pictures / Re: HM2038 Build
« on: January 27, 2023, 07:15:57 PM »
Looks nice, Larry. You are moving very fast now. Where do you plan to get your drive shaft made?
Jim
Jim
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2032 - Texas Storm Chaser
« on: January 17, 2023, 07:34:42 PM »
Yes, cut and splice is how I had to go. Sorry for the late response.
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Build Pictures / Re: HM2038 Build
« on: October 29, 2022, 05:01:17 PM »
Those wheels are going to look great! Happy Birthday and Kudo's to your wife who obviously knows how to gift car nut.
Jim
Jim
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2026 Build Log - from zero to Cobra
« on: October 29, 2022, 04:34:30 PM »
Welcome Amy and Ty!!
Glad to hear from you and hope you continue to have fun challenges building your Cobra. I look forward to future posts and do not hesitate to ask for help if needed.
Best Wishes,
Jim
HM-2032
Glad to hear from you and hope you continue to have fun challenges building your Cobra. I look forward to future posts and do not hesitate to ask for help if needed.
Best Wishes,
Jim
HM-2032
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2032 - Texas Storm Chaser
« on: October 21, 2022, 01:06:32 AM »
Thanks , Guys.
Larry, looks like you are making room for a cobra kit.
Swing by anytime.
Larry, looks like you are making room for a cobra kit.
Swing by anytime.
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2032 - Texas Storm Chaser
« on: October 20, 2022, 04:19:30 PM »
I WILL prevail!! I cannot let this interior stuff beat me, so I trudge on...
We completed the Console and installed the switch / Power panel. Seat Heater circuit runs inside the console, but I may still have to extend some wires to hide the connectors. I set the console aside until the carpet puzzle is completed.
Carpet is now installed in firewall, kick panels, trans and drive shaft tunnel. Modified aluminum panels under doors to conform better. I may pass on using the chrome trim at bottom of door opening and simply tuck and bond carpet at that interface. I am now laying pad on the back wall and wheel well area and am NOT looking forward to the carpet fitting around the 4 roll bar posts and weird contours. Has everyone used pad on the back wall or should I bond the carpet without the pad? How about the trunk?
That's all for now....
Jim
We completed the Console and installed the switch / Power panel. Seat Heater circuit runs inside the console, but I may still have to extend some wires to hide the connectors. I set the console aside until the carpet puzzle is completed.
Carpet is now installed in firewall, kick panels, trans and drive shaft tunnel. Modified aluminum panels under doors to conform better. I may pass on using the chrome trim at bottom of door opening and simply tuck and bond carpet at that interface. I am now laying pad on the back wall and wheel well area and am NOT looking forward to the carpet fitting around the 4 roll bar posts and weird contours. Has everyone used pad on the back wall or should I bond the carpet without the pad? How about the trunk?
That's all for now....
Jim
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General Questions / Re: Noisy swedge tubes...(trailing arms)
« on: October 02, 2022, 11:27:10 AM »
Aaron,
I am sorry that you are having this frustration, but am glad to hear that I am not alone here. My 3rd member is also making noise as well as an upper control arm in front. Did you solve the issue?
Jim
I am sorry that you are having this frustration, but am glad to hear that I am not alone here. My 3rd member is also making noise as well as an upper control arm in front. Did you solve the issue?
Jim
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2040 Build
« on: October 01, 2022, 11:15:49 AM »
I have also subscribed to your channel and am looking forward to following your work. You are making great progress and I am feeling (remembering) your pain with the outdated manual and other nuances with this kit. I am still happy that I chose Hurricane.
Jim
Jim
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2032 - Texas Storm Chaser
« on: October 01, 2022, 10:54:53 AM »
Almost a month later, I am now registered given the privilege of driving this beast. I am having a blast driving some short trips in the beautiful weather we are having here right now. Debbie likes to ride with me! I just have to start it up and back out of the garage.....here she comes wanting to hitch a ride...I love it!
Debbie helps to keep me calm as I am tracking down some very annoying rattles and squeaks. I rode in Bruce N's Cobra and it was very tight with no rattles....so it CAN be done. Even with squeaks, I cannot help but smile as the car runs great with more power than I will ever need.
I am slowly working through the noises. I noticed that the body was rubbing on the roll bars, so I removed the bars and opened up the clearances (not it). When I push up and down on the rear of the car, I can feel and hear the 3rd member creaking and popping. I also have a similar issue with a driver side upper control arm. I attempted to clean and lubricate these joints, but could only achieve temporary relief. It may be time for joint replacement.? Has anyone else experienced similar issues? I did see where Aaron was having issues that required some bracket repositioning.
I am also slowly working on the interior. I have started on the center console patterned after Bruce's.
Debbie helps to keep me calm as I am tracking down some very annoying rattles and squeaks. I rode in Bruce N's Cobra and it was very tight with no rattles....so it CAN be done. Even with squeaks, I cannot help but smile as the car runs great with more power than I will ever need.
I am slowly working through the noises. I noticed that the body was rubbing on the roll bars, so I removed the bars and opened up the clearances (not it). When I push up and down on the rear of the car, I can feel and hear the 3rd member creaking and popping. I also have a similar issue with a driver side upper control arm. I attempted to clean and lubricate these joints, but could only achieve temporary relief. It may be time for joint replacement.? Has anyone else experienced similar issues? I did see where Aaron was having issues that required some bracket repositioning.
I am also slowly working on the interior. I have started on the center console patterned after Bruce's.
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Build Pictures / Re: HM-2032 - Texas Storm Chaser
« on: September 04, 2022, 08:48:31 PM »
Ben,
My steering shaft was rubbing against the driver side fender skirt. When I riveted the fender well panel just behind the front wheel, it kicked the skirt in too much. I just drilled out the rivets and trimmed the panel and re-attached.
The shaft also comes very close to my headers, so watch that area as well.
My steering shaft was rubbing against the driver side fender skirt. When I riveted the fender well panel just behind the front wheel, it kicked the skirt in too much. I just drilled out the rivets and trimmed the panel and re-attached.
The shaft also comes very close to my headers, so watch that area as well.