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More research for the Museum presentation:

While the Cobra body is based on the AC Ace, well known most every dimension has been changed/upgraded to work with the upgraded chassis & suspension. And the rear bodywork was mostly left like the Ace, as it was decent looking.

But the Ace in front looked like a catfish, and was re-designed for the Cobra cars. My question is who made the suggestions? Was it Shelby? Was CSX2000 the first, or were there an Ace prototype or two with the changes? Is the 2000 grill indeed an Ace grille cut down to the new opening shape?

Trying to ascertain this information as part of my research. Only details in my 4th edition registry is the simple sentence about the front being redesigned for the Cobra, but no other information.

If someone knows the origin, or can direct me to a viable source, I would be most appreciative.

Thanks You,

Dan

Working on a Museum presentation of the development and history of the iconic Shelby cars. CSX 2000, 3000, and 1965 GT-350.

For the 1965 Gt-350, just a few items trying to get info on.


Trying to definitively nail down who developed the rear suspension override traction bar design?

Was it first on:
1963 H-M Rally Falcons
1964 H-M Rally Falcons
1964 Alan Mann Mustangs
1965 Shelby Mule - Remington/Miles

I know the Ford engineer who did the design work was Claus Arnig. Chuck Cantwell verified. But what car was it first used in? And then it was adopted into the Gt-350.

The relocated front UCA holes were by Alan Mann in the TDF Mustangs.

I have had good conversations with Chuck Cantwell about much of the history of the cars. But this design was already done when he came on board and does not recall exactly where it was derived from. He did tell me some interesting IRS details. No info about this subject in the last registry I have (65-66-67).

If you can help me out and provide any additional info, I would be most grateful.

Dan

Time for the annual fun at S&S Speedways!

Tentative date is Sunday Morning March 1 at 10:00 AM.

Cost for a 2-hour "Saturday Night Race" is $45 per driver.

More details to come, looking for feedback if you wish to come, and date choice. If needed, alternate date could be March 22

Much much more work to do, but just keep the dates clear........

Simeone Museum Demo Days!

April 11 is Shelby Day. There will be a special parking area and group admission rate for all Shelby Club members. SAAC, Team Shelby, Regional Shelby Clubs. Details to be announced, but save the date. Also the chance to display historically significant cars inside!

SAVE THE DATE!!!

Please contact Dan Reiter (Lehigh Valley SAAC) for more info. Facebook event page:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1apmqpSoLy/


If you want to display your Shelby, please contact them with the information as an example on this form: https://simeonemuseum.org/america-loves-corvette-exhibition/

Time to get the new year rolling!

Our first meeting will be Monday eve, Jan 26 at 7:00 PM. Same location as usual, Tom's "Shelby's Pub".

LOTS to accomplish including laying out the calendar for the year. There is a lot planned, should be a fun year. We'll go over each event.

2026 Memberships are due as well, bring mountains of cash!

See everyone then, and always open to the public and anyone who wishes to visit. Pizza served, BYOB.

Dan

Doing research on all the quirks, changes, and unique history of the Cobras and 1st gen GT-350's. Showing how the cars are hand-built and developed compared to the typical GTO/Z-28/Cudas, all done on an assembly line and mass produced.

One area I am trying to ascertain is the TDF (Tour de France) connection. It is known that Holman-Moody helped in the development and building of the TDF cars before being sent to Alan Mann in England for final prep, upgrading suspension and other parts. After, a TDF Mustang was sent to SA while the 350 was being developed. So, what ideas were brought over, if any? I am fairly sure the override rear suspension was originally H-M developed? The 1" drop? Anything else?

Yes, SA did the research on the rules and production, did the bulk of the R&D, the basic story is well known. I'm just looking into the very genesis, looking for the unique tidbits history has glossed over.

Many thanks in advance for any correlation and information.

As well, all the other unique production changes including the varied steering wheels, battery locations, driveshaft hoop, and other unique hand-built characteristics.

Dan

https://www.facebook.com/events/765730879398943

Running the 2nd annual Fall Tour, the re-creation of the tour segment from the NorthEast Shelby Meet. Fun day getting a bunch of Shelby's, Mustangs, & Fords together for a 125 mile drive on some fabulous roads. We'll again run the "PA Tail of the Dragon", stop at the Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area for lunch, and an Ice Cream stop on the way back down. Lunch is a burger, chips, drink. You pay at ice cream.

$25 for car & driver, gets you directions, mug, lunch, decal.
$15 for each passenger, gets lunch & mug.

Contact Dan Reiter (Cobrask8) for more info
Reiterdrds@ptd.net

Ford-Centric, but additional classes for all!

Please join us

Just want to throw out this idea to help capitalize on 50 years of SAAC and conventions? It's been a bit since we've had a "Been There, Done That" shirt, I think the timing is right.

Make the front a montage of all past logos, similar to the beach badge  shirts in the picture attached, the back is a list of all 50 conventions.

I would think this could be a very popular item?

Your thoughts everyone?

OK locals, help us long-distance attendees out. We gotta pack one bag, so not wanting to have to stuff it.

What can we expect?

Bring your Shelby to Bruce Larson's Barn in Dauphin PA (just north of Harrisburg) this Saturday from 10AM to 2PM for a day with Red, White, and Blue and Shelbys!

Bruce will have his barn open so all can see some of his Funny Cars and other drag racers he campaigned from the 1950's onwards.

AND - Replica Dragonsake #1 is there!

Afterwards join us for a great 1.5 hour drive through the local country, great scenic and windy roads.

Here's the web page: https://www.facebook.com/events/525594380231548

Moved from July 21 to Aug 18

Still at Tom's Shelby's Pub at 7:00 PM

More details to come

SAAC 50 is on the West Coast this year of course. But if you are thirsting for some track time with other Shelby cars, here's your chance.

Plenty of open slots left, join us for some fun and curves!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AhAirAUXg/

Monday eve, May 5 at 7:00 PM

Hosted by Tom Paxson's Shelby's Pub

Be there! Guests always welcome. Pizza, BYOB, it is Cinco de Mayo, maybe a theme?

Come join us!

https://www.facebook.com/events/2365301250495081

Got the date for the 2025 event!

Sunday, April 13, 9AM to Noon, back at the marina again!

Combined with Team Shelby, Open to all Ford, Coffee and donuts.

More details as they unfold.

I have one, gifted to me 30 years ago. Just need to dig it out.

I will sell, but looking to set a value.

Assistance?

First meeting of 2025!

Welcome to 2025!!! And our club's 30th year in existence! Time flies......

Right off the bat, our first meeting of the year. Monday eve, Feb 3 7:00 PM at Tom Paxson's Shelby's Pub. Please RSVP Tom – Cobr427a@aol.com
It's always a big meeting, ratifying the club charter, setting up the club calendar, club business for 2025 plus reviewing 2024. I'll also have budgets and financial reviews. Some other things as well. And Pizza! BYOB.

Adult SMALL size, un-used, years shown in picture. Hats are standard size.

Free, you pay S&H, and next time you see me, buy me a beer or ice cream!