[dwathencars]

Over restored cars. CSX2367

As the current owner, and "refresher" of the 2001/2002 restoration of CSX2367, I can confirm that by current standards, it was over restored back then. And some points were deducted in the 2003 Premier judging sheets for over polishing. My own opinion and experience is that over restoration was more expected 10 years ago in all types and makes of concours. Also since then, there is more emphasis on correct hardware and finishes, and at least in Cobras, more info is available on authenticity.

CSX certainly has bodywork, paint, aluminum panels, etc that are better than factory. At least the repaint when new by the factory to metallic green is well documented. I also think that all current concours venues expect very very nice paint finishes.

I've had a year and a half to freshen/ correct CSX2367. And much help from people on the forums. Some of this has been items like bead blasting over polished water pipes, replating brackets, painting the jack handle black instead of grey - basically correcting finishes. I've also removed everything in the engine compartment except the cast iron parts, and reassembled with nos parts where needed. EELCO fuel fitting, correct date code water pump and fuel pump, NOS stator in the alternator because it had glyptol coating, date stamps where appropriate, labels on the wiring harness, red otter switch vs black, round head gold seal hose clamps, etc etc. Also swapping Phillips and slotted head screws throughout the car as appropriate. There are a few items yet on my to do list, and I learned of a few more from the judges and other Cobra owners.

Lori and I were flattered by the positive comments and judging results. We drive our collector cars and enjoy proving that is possible with show level cars.

CSX2367 will be in Monterey, including Carmel by the Sea, and The Quail. And of course at the track, although not on the track since it doesn't have a roll bar.

Dave