I do not know how many of you know of Craig Hassler. Craig is one of our members (Mile Hi Cobra Club) who has just had his second heart attack. He is about 85% complete on his construction of a Factory Five Racing Cobra. Because of the health problems and the financial problems they have created, Craig has to sell his project.
This is were the Mile Hi Cobra Club comes in. I think it would be wonderful for us as a club to finish the car for Craig. I have volunteered the club for this. Craig has accepted my offer. Craig is under going some tests right now, which should help him and his family with some decisions. He is going to take a couple of weeks and then will call me to let me know when we can start on the car. The plan is that we will be the workers for Craig to direct on this project. We are not there to reinvent the wheel, just get them on the car. I also think we should limit the people to actual workers who know what they are doing. I think it would be okay for some to observe (Might be a good learning experience for some who have not put a car together to see how it is done), but think that we limit the actual workers to 6 or so people, so we are not getting each others way. Tom Toledo, Gary Patrick and I will go over to Craig's and work up a plan once he is ready for us. I am thinking a couple of weekends and we will get the car on the road. (My job is pizza and beer runner)
A lot of discussion on FFR site (
www.ffcobra.com) about a raffle. Good idea, but we as a club cannot do it because we are not a charity. I understand the laws of Colorado are very tough on Charities doing Raffles, so I would like to let someone else run the raffle and support it with purchase of the tickets.
What I need now is a list of who would like to help work on the car. Please let me know if you are and when you will be available. I am thinking we work on the car 3/13 and 14 and 3/20 and 21. (this can change if it does not work into Craig's plans)
I would also ask that all of you keep Craig and his family in your prayers.
Dick
Following is the first post from the FFR Web Site about his car and problems:
Had my second heart attack last Tuesday. Very minor but there are some major underlying problems that will limit any and all physical activity for the foreseeable future.
FFR #3986 is about 85% complete all suspension and chassis work is done engine is built.
Final wiring of chassis need to be finished and all Aluminum panels need to be installed.
Below is a listing of what I have invested to date.
To be sold as is where is (Arvada, Colorado) with no warranty of any kind implied or stated. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer.
Make me an offer and we'll see.
Powertrain
Dart Block $2,120.93
Oliver Rods $1,297.36
Custom Titanium Piston Pins $654.81
Sealed Power Rings $258.56
Custom Billet Pistons $673.88
Custom Ported and Finished AFR 185 Heads $1,591.75
Manley SS Valves $661.20
Custom Valve Spring $381.66
Forged 4340 Crank $1,287.23
Comp Cam (Custom Grind) $352.48
Custom Roller Hydraulic Lifters $148.61
Custom Roller Rockers $252.36
Milodon
Oil Pan w/ Windage Tray and Custom Baffles $485.67
Custom Aluminum Valve Covers w/ Spring Oilers $607.71
TEC-3 Engine Management Computer Distributorless Ignition $2,561.74
Custom Ported Stack injection System w/ 30# injectors $2,538.31
Intake Polished, Anodized and Powdercoated to Match Engine Block $721.59
Meziere Electric Water Pump $553.60
140 Amp Alternator $221.73
Custom KCS Power Steering Pump $248.02
Custom Underdrive Pulley's $412.82
Tilton Flywheel $268.75
Tilton Starter $321.26
Tilton Magnesium Bellhousing $705.38
Tilton Carbon Clutch $3,225.85
Tilton Hydraulic Throwout Assembly $314.97
TriState Aluminum Radiator $261.35
All Aeroquip Aircraft Grade A/N Fittings and Hoses on All Fluid lines $1,108.55
Zirgo 16" 2700 CFM Fan $254.65
Tremec 3550 Transmission w/ Center Shifter $1,983.57
Ford motorsport IRS w/ 3.73:1 Gears $661.35
Rear IRS Axle Assemblies w/ Brakes $1,692.55
Aluminum IRS Solid Mounts $77.30
Aeromotive A-100 fuel Pump $368.27
Aeromotive Fuel Filter and Pressure Regulator $415.18
Engine Block, Oilpan, Valvecovers, Timing Cover - Powdwecoated $652.35
Miscellaneous - Fasteners, Sealants Etc. $572.07
Chassis/Body
FFR Mark II Kit with IRS and Other Options - Sales Order # 4140 $15,503.00
Custom Bump Steer $221.37
Stainless Steel Brake Company 13" Front Rotors and Calipers $1,324.27
Custom Front LCA's w/ Teflon Inner Bearings, Poly Bushings $417.65
Custom IRS Adjusters $501.35
Custom Suspension Bushings Front and Rear $322.54
Rear Clearance Modification for 315/35X17" Tires $271.75
Armor Steel Driver and Passenger Floor and Footbox Pans $652.58
Custom Stainless Steel Engine Compartment Sheetmetal $883.67
Custom Stainless Steel Rollbar Shoulder Harness Mounts $310.55
Custom Frame Modification for Additional Structural Mounting $528.77
Cobra Earl's Fresh Air Vent System $350.63
Cobra Earl's Trunk Kit $176.35
VPM Sway Bars Front And Rear $592.54
VPM Poly IRS Bushings $227.61
Custom All Stainless Brake Lines $352.06
All Aluminum Panels Anodized $355.65
Dakota Digital All Electronic Extended Instrument Panel $1,792.68
Aircraft grade Circuit Breaker Electrical Panel $872.65
Custom Kirkey Racing Seats w/ Custom Seat Pro Seat Covers $1,196.57
5 Point Full Racing Harnesses W/ Center Chest Quick release $368.71
Willwood Triple Master Cylinder Pedal Set $415.32
Custom Gas Pedal W/ Throttle Cable $262.05
Custom Aluminum Radiator Fill Tank $406.75
Custom Radiator Overflow Tank $312.75
Custom Power Steering Remote Reservoir W/ External Filter $292.60
TRW 16:1 Power Steering Rack $263.57
Custom Steering Shaft and Couplings $568.77
Custom LED Turn and Tail Lights $418.28
Custom Power Steering Rack Bushings $101.55
Custom Frame and Suspension Powdercoating $1,394.91
Custom Carpet $658.56
SRP Custom Paint $6,758.00
Team III Custom Wheels $2,048.56
BFG KD Tires 275/40X17 Front - 315/35X17 Rear $692.33
Custom Aluminum Trim $428.35
Miscellaneous Fasteners, Glues, Foam Rubber, Etc. $388.73
Total $73,549.45
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