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06-15-2011, 06:52 PM
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CC Member
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Join Date: May 2011
Location: Orlando,
FL
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA154 427 HR
Posts: 206
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Changed from lurker to owner
Just wanted to introduce myself as I have recently purchased a Cobra. You will know me more by the car than who I am, but hopefully, that will change with time.
I have just purchased ERA154, and it was delivered last Friday after a 3000 mile journey from Oregon to Central Florida.
Ernie has made me feel right at home, and I have asked him a ton of questions, to which he has graciously answered.
Some I didn't expect, like he was leaving the ear plugs in the glove box for me..
And that whole Evans thing, still not sure about that, but I am open minded.
Anyway, a little about me...
I am a private pilot (not current, but should be again soon), and love flying to the Bahamas to dive and fish. I am a General contractor, so anyone with construction questions, I may be able to help.
Cars I have owned but don't anymore:
70 Mach 1, 351C 4V, Shaker, Toploader, 3:89 Tractionlok,
68 Torino GT, 390 4V, C6 Then a 429 4v, C6
74 F-100 240 1bbl, C4 Shortbed
I think that's about it. Oh, and thank you Ernie, it's been a pleasure...
Jim
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06-15-2011, 07:25 PM
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Senior Club Cobra Member
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Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Meriden,
CT
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA 427 SC s/n 718, 428 FE
Posts: 1,731
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Congrats on being a Cobra owner, and being an ERA Cobra owner at that. You bought one of the best, and the ERA 'Werks' here in CT. will always be there to help with any parts, updates, and whatever else you may need. Peter keeps a file on every car ever produced there and if you call him, he'll update 'your' file. Being a Ford guy, you're right at home in the power dept., so you should have no problem keeping it running well. Good luck (and post a photo or two).
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06-15-2011, 07:28 PM
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Senior Club Cobra Member
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: DeLand, FL,
fl
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA FIA #2117; 331 stroker; TKO600
Posts: 588
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Jim - good to have another cobra and ERA in Florida!!
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06-15-2011, 07:29 PM
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CC Member
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Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: St. Lucia, West Indies,
WI
Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427SC 383 stroker
Posts: 3,767
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Congratulations - you've purchased a well storied and therefore somewhat pedigreed ERA. Ernie is a good guy and always means well. I just hope the earplugs aren't used or anything... 
Still kinda sad to see him sell the Cobra, but be prepared - he has a history of wanting cars back a lil' while after he lets them go. 
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Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the strength to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference. -(wasn't me)
BEWARE OF THE DOGma!! Dogmatism bites...
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06-15-2011, 08:04 PM
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CC Member
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Join Date: May 2011
Location: Orlando,
FL
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA154 427 HR
Posts: 206
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Thanks, I will give Peter a call and have him update the file, as I do need some small parts that I am sure they can provide.
Actually, there was a set of earplugs that jumped out when I opened the glove box.. Not sure where they ended up...I think they went under the minivan..
Oh, and everything Ernie said about ERA154 being fast is true.... nothing like torque to put a smile on your face! |
06-15-2011, 08:10 PM
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Join Date: May 2006
Location: Portland,
OR
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA FIA, 1964 289->Webers
Posts: 3,689
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Good to see you purchased a quality Car! Congrats!
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06-15-2011, 08:30 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Tucson,
AZ
Cobra Make, Engine:
Posts: 5,391
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Welcome Jim! You made a good choice in cars. I've always been impressed with ERA's.
Larry
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06-15-2011, 08:39 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Creedmoor,
TX
Cobra Make, Engine: FFR3542K, 347 C. I., EFI, T-5, Miata Front Sway Bar, 3 Link, Red with White Stripes
Posts: 1,162
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Welcome to the madness. But I don't see any pictures. Not sure if it happened or not.
Come on we need some car porn!
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Texas Cobra Club-Austin
July 2009 FFCars Picture of the Month
FFR3542K, 347, Holley Sniper EFI, T-5, 4 Wheel Discs, 3-Link, Miata Front Sway Bar, Red with White Stripes
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06-15-2011, 08:58 PM
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CC Member
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Join Date: May 2011
Location: Orlando,
FL
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA154 427 HR
Posts: 206
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Hard to see, late at night, but this is getting it out of the carrier and first startup!
YouTube - ‪Zi6 9657‬‏ |
06-15-2011, 09:35 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Melbourne,
Vic
Cobra Make, Engine: Some polish thing... With some old engine
Posts: 2,286
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Either the lights don't work... 
Or your hiding from the neighbours you just woke!!! 
Congrats, enjoy & take care! |
06-15-2011, 09:43 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Adelaide,
SA
Cobra Make, Engine: AP 289FIA 'English' spec.
Posts: 13,152
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Congratulations. That's a nice car, ERA 154. I looked seriously at buying it a while back, so researched the car a bit. I think you got a bargain!
Cheers!
Glen
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06-15-2011, 11:21 PM
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Senior Club Cobra Member
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Join Date: Dec 2007
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA FIA 'Street' Build
Posts: 2,128
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Jim,
Welcome to the Club!
Congratulations on the purchase of ERA 154, great car from a great guy. I was at SAAC-35 last year, met Ernie and other CC members, lots of fun. Peter and the crew in New Britain will take good care of you. Enjoy your new ride 
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06-16-2011, 05:29 AM
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CC Member
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Ottawa,
ON
Cobra Make, Engine: 2002 Superformance w/392 stroker
Posts: 1,623
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Pics, man, pics ...let's see some pics!!
Congratulations on your purchase. Hope the Cobra experience is everything you ever dreamed it would be. It is for me.
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and anyone who drives slower is an Idiot." - George Carlin
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06-16-2011, 05:48 AM
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CC Member
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Join Date: May 2011
Location: Orlando,
FL
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA154 427 HR
Posts: 206
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Lights worked fine but I wasn't sure which switch it was at the time.. plus I did wake the neighbors, as it was 1030 at night!
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06-16-2011, 06:01 AM
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Half-Ass Member
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Join Date: Jun 2005
Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #732, 428FE (447 CID), TKO600, Solid Flat Tappet Cam, Tons of Aluminum
Posts: 22,011
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Welcome aboard. That's a great car and having someone like Ernie to bounce questions off will really help you get used to it. That won't take long though, and you'll love every minute of it.
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06-21-2011, 11:07 PM
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Senior Club Cobra Member
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Join Date: Jul 2002
Cobra Make, Engine:
Posts: 15,712
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Ye Haw,,, I have a kitchen sink again!
Wait, wrong forum, where's the Remodeling your house thread?
With the ERA out of my hair I can focus on the house. I wish you and the car the best Jim! It's been a great ride for me! I'll get some pics on a flash drive and mail you the drive in due time. Next up is the bathroom, at least the toilet is flushable now. Eh Eh,,,, |
06-22-2011, 06:33 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: Broken Arrow. OK ( South Tulsa), USA,
OK
Cobra Make, Engine: 66 COBRA FE 427 /4SP. (HCS Coupe w/ 408 Stroker and TKO 600 -sold)
Posts: 5,595
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Welcome Jim, you got a very nice car. Enjoy!
Clois
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