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Topics - 98SVT - was 06GT

#1
SAAC Forum Discussion Area / Cobra burned
February 12, 2025, 02:56:25 PM
I heard over the weekend that a Cobra was lost in the Palisades fire. It's supposed to be at McClusky's already for restoration.
No further info or CSX#. Anybody else heard the rumor?
#2
Shelby American History / Carlsbad Raceway Reunion
January 30, 2025, 06:11:34 PM
June 1 - https://www.rpmnationals.com/hot-rod-event-calendar

OK it probably won't show up and run on the 1/8th mile track but it's a good vintage photo of Snake in the Super Snake.
#3
Shelby American History / A day at Shelby American
January 17, 2025, 07:08:09 PM
Video by Rick Titus.
Tracy Robinson has a restoration service in TX. While mainly a Mopar guy his father in law is well known Vintage GT350 Racer Greg Reynolds.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rlv1KYirtE

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wk3Q9GzASA8
#4
Los Angeles Region SAAC / LASAAC@ Willow
January 10, 2025, 09:57:05 PM
#5
CSX 2000 Series / Cobra abuse
January 05, 2025, 04:41:42 PM
or is it a dent test?
#6
1966 Shelby GT350/GT350H / Steel hood scoop
December 25, 2024, 12:13:40 AM
Someone needs to write the program and start producing steel hood scoops. You need to figure out how much to leave on the front edge to form it like the original - the machine can't do that step.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ou5wPy56B3I

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bD6zyEhrYfU
#7
Replicas and Tribute / Original Dragonsnake
November 27, 2024, 03:01:57 PM
Came across this AC Ace in a 1954 Brock Yates book on sports cars.
It was snapped at the Santa Ana drag strip which was started in 1950 on the Orange County airport. It was the first US dragstrip and closed in 1959.
The book may also hold a clue as to why CS called them "sport cars".
#8
SAAC Forum Discussion Area / Checkered Flag
November 17, 2024, 06:39:44 PM
I heard this morning that C Van Tune (Side-Oilers) had lost his battle with cancer.

https://www.backstage.com/u/c-van-tune/
#10
We all know that CS first approached GM for Corvette engines to drop into the AC. Is this the reason he went there first?

Scaglietti Corvette

In 1959, a Texan oil well drilling contractor named Gary Laughlin wondered if it would be possible to create a vehicle with Italian design characteristics using the chassis and engine components from an American car like the Corvette. To oversee this creation, he enlisted the help of car constructer Jim Hall and race car driver Carroll Shelby, whom he was good friends with, to assist with the engineering of the project and, after their efforts, each man was to receive their own Corvette custom made to their liking. Thus, the trio managed to get three rolling Corvette chassis off of the production line and arranged to have them shipped to Modena, Italy. There, with the help of Road & Track correspondent Pete Coltrin, they managed to get in touch with Italian coachbuilder Sergio Scaglietti, famous for his design work on Ferrari road cars at the time. Scaglietti agreed to create and fit a new lightweight aluminium body to each car in secret, as Enzo Ferrari reportedly threatened to cancel Scaglietti's partnership with him after learning of the project. The resulting Scaglietti Corvette ended up weighing roughly 400 lbs less than any other Corvette at the time.
Each of the three cars assembled were unique for each owner:
Car #1, originally for Laughlin, was finished in red. It used a slightly different body to accommodate for an existing Corvette front grille. It originally came with a 283 cu in V8 with 315 hp and a four-barrel carburetor, mated to a 2-speed automatic transmission.
Car #2, originally for Hall, was finished in blue. This version had a body more closely resembling the Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta LWB. It came with the same carbureted V8 and automatic transmission as Car #1.
Car #3, originally for Shelby, was finished in red. This model was somewhat unique as though it used a similarly designed body to Car #2, it was the only model fitted with fuel-injection and a Borg-Warner 4-speed manual transmission. Unlike the other two members of the project, Shelby never took delivery of his car, citing that it was too expensive for his purposes for it.
However, the Scaglietti Corvette was not without its issues. Though conceived in 1959, the final projects wouldn't be completed and shipped back to the US until 1961, by which time it became clear that the aluminum bodies, though much lighter, had caused dramatic effects to the Corvette's chassis, resulting in dangerous front end lift at high speeds. Coupled with legal pressure from General Motors and Enzo Ferrari to put an end to production, and the Scaglietti Corvette project would be forever cemented as only a concept. However, many ideas from the car would prove inspirational, leading Jim Hall to found his Chevrolet-powered Chaparral racing team and Carroll Shelby to revisit the idea of a European-American sports car with the AC Cobra.
#11
Regional Shows and Events / NEW - cars & coffee
June 15, 2023, 04:47:06 PM
CARS & COFFEE

Bring your awesome ride and join our Holiday Weekend Cars & Coffee! Open to all makes and models! Registration NOT required.
WHEN
Sunday, July 02, 07:30 AM - 09:30 AM
WHERE
Segerstrom Shelby Event Center
5 WHATNEY ST. IRVINE, CA
#12
1965 GT350/R-Model / It's here - 58 years later
June 06, 2023, 12:52:37 PM
Some of you may remember that Pete Brock originally wanted the hood scoop on the 65 GT350 to face backwards taking advantage of the high pressure air at the base of the windshield. He also envisioned some exhaust vents. His idea was nixed but now with the production of the continuation R Models Pete has been able to produce the front apron, rear window and now the hood that he originally designed. As usual he was ahead of the times Cowl Induction didn't become a thing until 3-4 years later.
#13
https://accars.eu/ac-cobra-gt-roadster/

Announced today that it will see production - aluminum extrusion chassis and carbon fiber body - I heard single 8" main tube but can't find any other info.

Looks like they will be farm built - English cottage industry at its best''    https://www.google.com/maps/place/24-7+Motorsport/@52.5110268,1.0829081,283a,35y,44.26h,44.89t/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x47d9c38f361c31b7:0x88fec0e93f18baa9!8m2!3d52.5124374!4d1.087142?hl=en&authuser=0
#15
1969-1970 Shelby GT350/500 / 1/2 price Shelbys
September 22, 2022, 04:59:59 PM
Probably executive returns. These were the Pontiac Aztecs of the day. For some reason they just didn't sell.
#16
Cars For Sale / Vintage GT1 Mustang - $7000
September 03, 2022, 12:59:46 PM
The car has a Speedway Engineering chassis with a 3 link quick change rear end and watts link. There is an extensive use of Tilton products. 3 disc clutch, starter, hydraulic clutch release along with brake master cylinders. JAZ Brake calipers use the same internals as Wilwood. The engine is a Ford Motorsport XE NASCAR pillow block. It has a billet steel crank producing est. 650 h.p. from 310 cu.in. The cylinder heads are Ford Motorsport A3 aluminum tall port with stainless rockers Titanium retainers and stud girdles. Carillo rods and Venolia pistons. Dry Sump with custom Olsen pan and a preheater in the oil tank assures no oiling problems or long idling sessions. MSD crank fire ignition and 8,000 limiter chip allowed this package to be clocked at 170 mph on Willow Springs front straight. The car raced originally at Willow Springs, Buttonwillow, Laguna Seca and Sears point. It had several podiums.

When the car was purchased it lacked several parts. I have purchased some but you will need to get a Ford Toploader, shifter and a drive shaft. There is a new aluminum 850 CFM Holley Track Warrior Carburetor with proper AN fittings included. A current FIA rated seat is included with new mounting brackets. You'll need to get your preferred brand of belts. There is a new GM one wire alternator. The Fuel Safe bladder should be replaced I'd run one of the poly cells in the existing Fuel Safe housing. You'll need a windshield (stock glass or 5 Star Racing). The car was missing its 12x16 front wheels when purchased. Since it was to be a track day toy I purchased 8 - 15x10 NASCAR wheels and 16 new/used tires which should be good for a couple years of fun – or until you want to run 11/10. The car has custom cross over headers. To meet Laguna Seca noise limits 2 large Flow Masters were added and the exit was moved under the car. The SN95 body is complete and an entire set of body molds is included.

Also available (only with the car)
2020 Carson California open trailer with tongue box, 2 5/16 coupler, spare, xtra wide, 4 D ring tie downs  $3,100
https://www.carsontrailer.com/trailers/car-haulers/california/
TKO 600 Trans .82 5th, converted to Dog Box $1500 - you'll need to change to 26 spline clutch discs to use this trans.
2 gallons Eastwood Electric Yellow paint w/ reducers and hardeners $280

Car is SCCA legal for GT-1 and meets SVRA specs for their Group 10/GT2 with spoiler or GT4 with large wing

Possible trade +/- cash for?

Photo: This is the current body on the car. My car had a new body and when the owner crashed his car he swapped it onto his. He put his old body on my chassis. The nose and hood currently on it are different colors 2nd photo is as purchased (complete body + molds included).

More pictures or info: Brett Mac Donald bmacd68@yahoo.com
#17
Replicas and Tribute / Coupe tribute
August 14, 2022, 12:51:16 PM
Bet you had to look twice at this pic.
#18
Misc. For Sale / Mustang GT1 vintage racecar $7,000
July 03, 2022, 04:09:14 PM
The car has a Speedway Engineering chassis with a 3 link quick change rear end and watts link. There is an extensive use of Tilton products. 3 disc clutch, starter, hydraulic clutch release along with brake master cylinders. JAZ Brake calipers use the same internals as Wilwood. The engine is a Ford Motorsport XE NASCAR pillow block. It has a billet steel crank producing est. 650 h.p. from 310 cu.in. The cylinder heads are Ford Motorsport A3 aluminum tall port with stainless rockers Titanium retainers and stud girdles. Carillo rods and Venolia pistons. Dry Sump with custom Olsen pan and a preheater in the oil tank assures no oiling problems or long idling sessions. MSD crank fire ignition and 8,000 limiter chip allowed this package to be clocked at 170 mph on Willow Springs front straight. The car raced originally at Willow Springs, Buttonwillow, Laguna Seca and Sears point. It had several podiums.

When the car was purchased it lacked several parts. I have purchased some but you will need to get a Ford Toploader, shifter and a drive shaft. There is a new aluminum 850 CFM Holley Track Warrior Carburetor with proper AN fittings included. A current FIA rated seat is included with new mounting brackets. You'll need to get your preferred brand of belts. There is a new GM one wire alternator. The Fuel Safe bladder should be replaced I'd run one of the poly cells in the existing Fuel Safe housing. You'll need a windshield (stock glass or 5 Star Racing). The car was missing its 12x16 front wheels when purchased. Since it was to be a track day toy I purchased 8 - 15x10 NASCAR wheels and 16 new/used tires which should be good for a couple years of fun – or until you want to run 11/10. The car has custom cross over headers. To meet Laguna Seca noise limits 2 large Flow Masters were added and the exit was moved under the car. The SN95 body is complete and an entire set of body molds is included.

Also available (only with the car)
2020 Carson California open trailer with tongue box, 2 5/16 coupler, spare, xtra wide, 4 D ring tie downs  $3,100
https://www.carsontrailer.com/trailers/car-haulers/california/ 
TKO 600 Trans .82 5th, converted to Dog Box $1500 - you'll need to change to 26 spline clutch discs to use this trans.
2 gallons Eastwood Electric Yellow paint w/ reducers and hardeners $280

Car is SCCA legal for GT-1 and meets SVRA specs for their Group 10/GT2 with spoiler or GT4 with large wing

Possible trade +/- cash for pre 1976 Ford (60s 2 door or Wagon preferred) or Ford Think Neighbor

Photo: This is the current body on the car. My car had a new body and when the owner crashed his car he swapped it onto his. He put his old body on my chassis. The nose and hood currently on it are different colors 2nd photo is as purchased (complete body + molds included). 

More pictures or info: Brett Mac Donald bmacd68@yahoo.com
#19
Wanted to Buy / 65-6 K Code fastbacks
June 23, 2022, 07:34:18 PM
Like it says plural. Decent drivers to total rust buckets, Need 4 ASAP
#20
1965 GT350/R-Model / 3 hour tour
June 14, 2022, 07:20:59 PM
One I've never seen before.