I think any engine in these cars could be too much! you gotta keep the right foot under control! So far I have no regrets going with the 427, it is a fun car to drive.
Amazing Build!….(my #1 car…..bucket list 😁😁) Watched and seen Many a Build….You did it Right! Fantastic! Great Job! Now…..Enjoy your work! Thanks for the upload’s. God Bless You and Yours.
I saw one just like that in NH on RT302 & RT3 a few years ago and said that is a cobra out for his first drive ! Then about six months later I saw a it again with the body on it painted black on a flat bed probably just back from the auto body shop !
Super cool car, but it seems like it’s over-motored. I get going with a 427 in a 427 car, but it seems questionable in a 289 body. I’m curious if he’s really happy with his choice.
I also have a FFR Cobra with a 427, 500+ HP it's a great engine in these cars. You can definitely easily drive them and also blow your hair back and let it rip! Also, many Superformance and Backdraft Cobras also are running Roush 427s.
Great review. There's one cool aesthetic thing I've always liked about the Factory Five version of the 289 FIA Cobra... the proportion of the rear section to the rest of the car. Other kit car makes seem to have a rear end that appears hiked up when viewed in profile. Factory Five's version is properly level by comparison. That may be a little thing to some people, but as a designer, I tend to like my proportions nicely resolved. Of course, the actual 289 FIA varied in shape since they were hand made cars meant for racing...who cares how it looks! But for the street, I'm glad someone had a keen eye. And yeah, excellent build project here. I could make that daily driver as well!
So, I love the idea of these Factory Five builds... but I've stayed away, because I also live in California. My perception was that if I built it... how could I possibly get it Registered in CA? Any insight? How did you do it?
SB100 allows 500 kit cars per year to register for a smog exempt lifetime title. It takes about 3-4 months to go through the process but definitely do-able.
Travis…. Came across your channel. Super interested in maybe in building a FFR Cobra… my issue is about space… and dealing with winters in Colorado. I have the time…. Just need to pull the trigger. Anyway… great job on your Cobra and clicked on the GoFundme… I know it was a couple years ago but it’s still active… threw some money in for the family. Take care.
Thank you for the GoFundMe contribution! Much appreciated for Kyles family... you can build one of these cars in a small one car garage, have seen it done before. Life is short, pull the trigger and start your build!
Great idea, I am going to put up a 6k mile video hopefully soon. Here is my first start video. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WzV11uZDsGA.html
Side pipes are legal in CA. There is no converter or smog requirements on this car. It is registered under the SB100 process which allows 500 kit cars per year to be titled in the state of California. You have a one time engine check (enclosed PCV system) and then you never get checked again for the duration of ownership.
Travis, beautiful build and video. My son and I are about to fire up the engine, no body yet and you gave me some great ideas. I have some questions: 1. I love the grab handle but on my dash, there is no real frame support to place a grab handle that can really be of any use. Is the back side of your grab handle bolted to the frame? After much mental debate, I am now installing the second roll bar, thank you for your wisdom. 2. You tunnel cover looks great, my kit only comes with carpet. Where did you get the solid dark tunnel cover? Thanks for sharing your experience. Dan
Grab handle is bolted to the frame, very strong and sturdy. My tunnel cover was covered in leather hyde I purchased off e-bay. You can visit my build thread on the factory five forum to get more details on the car. thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?35778-Fmans-Dart-427-build-9818-14-quot-Leather-steering-wheel
I put this on my cub cadet as well. I just want to say that not only is it a game changer but the company is great. They offer spacers for my mower and I ordered 4 instead of 8. They have since shipped me an extra 4 at no cost. Well worth the investment on mowers and a great company.
Awesome! I feel like Cub Cadet should just install these on there mowers as a standard feature. I just clicked 132 hours on my Cub Cadet ZT1 and it has been running great!
Travis. Car looks great. I’m trying to get into a FFR cobra myself but am hesitant. I live in the Bay Area. Could I ask you via email some suggestions?
Your taste is the same as mine...I truly love all these cars from the bottom of my heart and the history behind these cars is truly amazing...I'll add the Shelby Daytona to the list cuz it's a beautiful beast car that not a lot of ppl know about.
Awesome video, awesome car... That's all I want sometimes. No talking, no music...just the car or the ride or whatever it is. That was perfect. Sub'd and sweet build!
Nice build, congrats! Do you have the specs for your side pipes? Are these the regular or touring models from Gas-N? Also, what is the overall length and inside diameter of the inner through-pipe? Thank you!
Thank you for the detailed walk around, perspective and costs. Seeking to build my own and this helps a lot. Thanks again. Hope you are enjoying it still.
Here is the suspension seat. www.amazon.com/TRAC-SEATS-Suspension-Tractor-Shipping/dp/B08D7V222Z/ref=sr_1_3?crid=10SB9OTNZKMKU&keywords=lawnmower+suspension+seat&qid=1692796065&sprefix=lawnmower+suspension+seat%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-3&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.f5122f16-c3e8-4386-bf32-63e904010ad0
Kit Car Review: It lost value upon ordering it. Thousands are for sale used. Nothing is worse than a yeast infection except cobra kit cars. Review complete.
Very well thought out. I particularly like the dual roll bars with headrests. You have made pretty much all the choices I would make. I am not sure I would go with the power steering. A test drive of a car without it would probably convince me one way or another. I would also like to see how the new Godzilla engine works out as a Cobra motor. That mild 427 Windsor sounds like a really good choice however.
aahhh... the ol Gordon Levy power steering setup... working for him was alright, but the cars were nice, i think i even remember getting a power steering setup ready to ship out not that long ago, if you visited gordons workshop anytime from '19-'22 and wondering which one i was, i was the one stuffed in the raggity old body shop lmao. those headrests are a good idea, might steal that if/when i build one for myself. if you ever do doubt your brakes though the Wilwoods are amazing, those things stop like a monster. seeing those wheel liners really makes me wish that i had those to install on all the cobras and 65 coupes, things look really nice and slik, and im sure helps keep the engine bay MUCH cleaner than if you didnt have them, if you ever want/need a checkup on your car and are in arizona im free most of the time, and im not that extra further away than gordon
