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Old 06-20-2004, 02:59 PM
Brad Long Brad Long is offline
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Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Cobra Make, Engine: Black Shell Valley with Silver stripes, 351 "Cleavor" powerplant
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Smile I'm still out here . . . .

I'm sorry about not getting back with everyone. Work has kept me very busy lately, but the primary reason I have not returned inquiries is due to my car itself. I have cut the file size of my pics down, and I still hope to have them posted soon. The other night I started the car to show a potential buyer, and after about five minutes of idling, it began running slightly rougher than it has in the past. I have never experienced any problems with the motor before, so I'm quite baffled right now as to the cause. It seems as if my timing might have slipped, or as if I am experiencing ignition problems. All cylinders are firing, but they are firing erratically right now. I am currently working on diagnosing the problem, but time for me is extremely limited right now. The car has always run quite well without a single problem, so you can imagine my frustration! MSD ignition seems to be working, wires all have continuity, and the Mallory distributor is brand new with no signs of damage. Right now I believe it to be a short in a wire or slipped timing, but I have yet to find time to further explore. For this reason, I have been contemplating a postponement in the sale of the vehicle until I locate and resolve my dilemma. Should anyone be interested in tackling the challenge themselves, I am willing to entertain negotiation in sale price accordingly. I will continue to update everyone on my progress, and please keep a watch for my pics coming soon - this truly is a great car for someone with true interest in owning a Shell Valley Cobra!