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I have new windshield in my original 289 Cobra, CSX 2429. I have the template to etch the old logo into the glass.
First I need to remove the new logo. It appears to be applied but isn't a sticker. Anyone done this?

I am in the process of compiling a document regarding the items included in original Cobra toolkits.
I have photographed numerous kits over the last 38 years including multiple one owner kits.
However, I paid little attention to the Thor hammers.
So now I am working on that tool and gathering more data on the other tools and tool roll/pouch.
If you have a Thor hammer that you know or think is original to your car could you provide me with photos of the following:
-photos of the front and back of the metal head including showing the numbers across the top of one side of the hammer head.
-a photo of the Thor sticker complete or remnants.

While you are at it, a photo of your complete kit would be nice for my records. Please include the serial number of the car.

Thanks for any help you can provide.

Happy holidays to all.

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I am in the process of compiling a document regarding the items included in original Cobra toolkits.
I have photographed numerous kits over the last 38 years including multiple one owner kits.
However, I paid little attention to the Thor hammers.
So now I am working on that tool and gathering more data on the other tools and tool roll/pouch.
If you have a Thor hammer that you know or think is original to your car could you provide me with photos of the following:
-photos of the front and back of the metal head including showing the numbers across the top of one side of the hammer head.
-a photo of the Thor sticker complete or remnants.

While you are at it, a photo of your complete kit would be nice for my records. Please include the serial number of the car.

Thanks for any help you can provide.

Happy holidays to all.

Jim Maxwell

Attention Cobra owners and enthusiasts: Lime Rock Park in Connecticut, will feature a class for authentic CSX 2-series and 3-series cars as part of the Sunday in the Park Concours, Sunday, August 31. So far 11 Cobras registered, but we're looking for more. If you would like to enter your original Cobra, send me a PM. Thank you.

Attention Cobra owners and enthusiasts: Lime Rock Park in Connecticut, will feature a class for authentic CSX 2-series and 3-series cars as part of the Sunday in the Park Concours, Sunday, August 31. So far 11 Cobras registered, but we're looking for more. If you would like to enter your original Cobra, send me a PM. Thank you.

Attention Cobra owners and enthusiasts: Lime Rock Park in Connecticut, will feature a class for authentic CSX 2-series and 3-series cars as part of the Sunday in the Park Concours, Sunday, August 31. So far 11 Cobras registered, but we're looking for more. If you would like to enter your original Cobra, send me a PM. Thank you.

Relisted: LOWER RESERVE: Original 1967 factory assembly line 24F Autolite Staful battery on E-Bay:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/156298764651

I have many original Cobra and 60's vintage Ford parts that I am in the process of "deaccessioning", as the museums say. Will vendors be at SAAC-49 and, if so, can I get a site?

This set of original white wall Goodyear Power Cushion tires are in excellent condition, one NOS and the other three showing very minimal wear to the outside treads. They are mounted on like new Dunlop chrome wire wheels from the Motor Wheel Service in England. The model is the XW5726 wheel, the current successor to the XA464 chrome wire wheels that originally came on 289 Cobras.
These are the ultimate tires for Concours judging. I assembled this set over years of looking and won the Best of Class (Cobra) at the 2015 French Lick Concours where Shelby was the featured mark, beating a Platinum SAAC 289 Cobra by 1/2 a point, likely due to this set of wheels and tires.
They are not suitable for regular driving, being 58 years old and due to being bias ply tires to boot!
I no longer Concours my car, preferring to drive it regularly.
This size Power Cushion tire is not reproduced. $3500 OBO

I had Dan make this toploader for my original 289 Cobra because the original T10 jumped out of 2nd gear despite several attempts to correct the problem. The transmission comes with a Dan Williams custom shifter for a 289 Cobra, based on the Hurst Competition Plus shifter with hardened rods. The shifter is already installed. The shift handle, boot and trim ring are not included.
The transmission has only a few thousand miles of use. I have reinstalled the T10 transmission in my Cobra so I no longer need this transmission.
It has a 1 1/16" diameter input shaft.
It has a 28 tooth second gear which indicates a close ratio gear set.
Toploader 4 speed - Close

1st   2nd   3rd   4th
Ratio   2.32   1.69   1.29   1.00
Tooth Count   32   28   25   23
Counter Gear Tooth Count   15   18   21   25


The body casting is #C4AR-7006-A
This is the narrow body 1964 4 hole maincase with the small O.D. bearing retainer. This 1964 Toploader body 
was used in 1965 and 1966 427 Galaxies when paired with close ratio gears.
This early style maincase was also used on many early Tiger, Fairlane, 1964 1/2 Mustang, Cobra , Galaxie applications with 5 bolt 260 -289 engines.

The tail casting is #C4AR-7A040  A
1964-67 Galaxie 289, 390 and works in the 289 Cobra instead of the T10 used originally.
17" length, 28 spline
I do not know the spline number since you have to take the transmission apart to see that.
There are 3 different lengths of Toploader tailhousings: " 14", 15 1/2" and 17". This one is 17" long.

The overall length of this transmission is 27".
Make sure this will fit your application.
$2000 OBO. pickup in Greensboro, NC or you pay crating and shipping or it may be possible to deliver to SAAC-49.

This battery is correct for 1967 Shelby GT350's and GT500's with A/C and/or Thermactor emission, based on my research. Look for "Original factory assembly line 1967 Shelby GT 350/GT500 Autolite 24F battery".
Could this be used in the Concours, even if it is non-functional?

I have listed this battery on E-Bay and the auction is now active:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/156287733023?mkevt=1&mkpid=0&emsid=e12000.m113256.l116967&mkcid=7&ch=osgood&euid=5a373039f99c473d9a97e097af98c073&bu=43195117365&osub=-1%7E1&crd=20240704101746&segname=12000&mkevt=1&mkpid=0&emsid=e12000.m113256.l116967&mkcid=7&ch=osgood&euid=5a373039f99c473d9a97e097af98c073&bu=43195117365&osub=-1%7E1&crd=20240704101746&segname=12000

The Shelby parts book lists C5AE-9350-G as the pump for Shelby 427 Cobras. However, it doesn't list a manufacturer or a model number.
My 1967 Ford Master Parts catalog lists AC pumps 0294 and 6974 and Carter 4441 as "427" pumps of various years.
My Carter pump catalog lists AC model 4918 for the 427 engine.

My Master Parts catalog doesn't list a C5-9350-G pump.

So, what pump(s) actually came with the 427 powered Cobras as delivered?

The Shelby parts book lists C5AE-9350-G as the pump for Shelby 427 Cobras. However, it doesn't list a manufacturer or a model number.
My 1967 Ford Master Parts catalog lists AC pumps 0294 and 6974 and Carter 4441 as "427" pumps of various years.
My Carter pump catalog lists AC model 4918 for the 427 engine.

My Master Parts catalog doesn't list a C5-9350-G pump.

So, what pump(s) actually came with the 427 powered Cobras as delivered?

 I have the original 428 Police Interceptor in CSX 3288 but don't have the 0294 fuel pump that I believe the car came with. I have other rare parts to trade or buy it outright.

Jim

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/magnesium-spline-drive-wheels/

I have used these original American Racing wheels on CSX 2401 intermittently for about 30 years. They were an option from Shelby American and listed in the Shelby parts book.
I now use chrome wire wheels and don't have space to store these anymore. See the ad for more information and photos. These are probably the rarest of all American Torq-Thrust wheels, with the spine drive version thought to have been specifically made for the 289 Cobras.

If you are going to the Hilton Head Concours and are passing  through central North Carolina on your way, I have an NOS Michelin XWX tire that I need to get to someone at the show.
Please let me know if you can help me with this. Thanks. Jim

If you are going to the Hilton Head Concours and are passing  through central North Carolina on your way, I have an NOS Michelin XWX tire that I need to get to someone at the show.
Please let me know if you can help me with this. Thanks. Jim

Please see my ad in Parts for Sale for these very rare original 289 Cobra 7.35 x 15 white wall Goodyear Power Cushion tires and like new Dunlop 70 spoke chrome wire wheels.
I am no longer showing my CSX 2401 in Concours for judging so I don't need these anymore. The treads are almost like new (one is NOS). If you want to show your Cobra in Concours, this is what you should have. I also have unmounted original Power Cushion tires that can be used for your spare tire.

This set of original white wall Goodyear Power Cushion tires are in excellent condition, one NOS and the other three showing very minimal wear to the outside treads. They are mounted on like new Dunlop chrome wire wheels from the Motor Wheel Service in England. The model is the XW5726 wheel, the current successor to the XA464 chrome wire wheels that originally came on 289 Cobras.
These are the ultimate tires for Concours judging. I assembled this set over years of looking and won the Best of Class (Cobra) at the 2015 French Lick Concours where Shelby was the featured mark, beating a Platinum SAAC 289 Cobra by 1/2 a point, likely due to this set of wheels and tires.
They are not suitable for regular driving, being 58 years old and due to being bias ply tires to boot!
I no longer Concours my car, preferring to drive it regularly.
This size Power Cushion tire is not reproduced. $3500 OBO