YES! There are 3 backdraft ones on hemmings right now, at $46k. Genuine leather seats. There are probably more than I noticed but here are the ones I saw: - The driver side door doesn't align as well as the passenger. Those dictate your answer. im only 5'6 so the height issue wont be a problem and i know the cobra is a beast and i only want it as a toy, not a dd. Fun to drive, but my c6z is as well. I agree Corvettes are the easy button and provide weather protection. BIG CAM. Gases flow through Ceramic-coated headers and exit via stainless-steel side pipes. Putting a semi-gloss black coating or paint down on the dash top should help a lot with the reflection issue. Pick a color and be done with it. #builtwithattitude #happyeaster #coo, Can you guess where this roadster is? the weld and shadows make it look like a crack. Cobra certainly rougher around the edges than a Z06. Nostalgic Motoring Company, an official dealer for Backdraft, is excited to offer the opportunity to take home this brand new 1965 Backdraft Cobra RT4B replica with plenty of attitude. (REGISTERED USERS DO NOT SEE THIS POST/AD! The World's largest When it comes to handling, more BMW-sourced components were installed including a full independent rear suspension with fully adjustable coil over dampers and a front suspension with coil over front struts. 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra Price $109,995 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra Price $114,995 Backdraft Racing Cobra s by Year 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra. You can eliminate the strange shifter angle by using a mid-shift kit on a TKO. The cheapest Backdraft currently on Hemming is around $76K. Don't know why I typed Hemmings. How much you put into a build is also very specific to what you want to do. Was not a fan of the c5 driving experience but these c7s drive balanced as all hell. Forums. Currently own: 1965 Backdraft Cobra Replica, 2013 SVT Raptor, 2020 Charger Hellcat, 1967 Olds. Okay, I left out some potentially important info. Seemed to be a nice piece of kit. Location: Washington State. General thing I've been told on what to look for (on the Factory five front) for a track buildis IRS and a small-block (either Coyote or SBF). If you want to go fast buy a factory five spec car and go nuts with the adjustable uppers and lower control arms and have a set of shocks made by breeze or find and fit some motons. The drive shaft looks like it may be at slight angle from the transmission to the differential. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Ahrens-Fox. I want to say that the suspension was E46 BMW? Back to an earlier response to the two aft diff bolts. Just to be safe. Somewhere in all of that discussion there is surely some good information regarding PATS, fuel pumps and steering. There's a story about the one Bill Cosby bought new that pretty much ends with him just saying no after one time behind the wheel . Nostalgic Motoring Ltd. is offering the opportunity to take home this stunning and brand new 1965 Backdraft Cobra RT4B. Plenty of ways to spend/save depending on your preferences. Edit: I should point out that this car was purchased as a turn key car from Backdraft. It's DuPont not Hemmings. Are you saying that the differential slide back causing the inner output flanges to rub the sub frame above? (l33t FS) GRM+ Member and MegaDork 7/16/21 9:39 p.m. 3. Maybe it's because of the 92" wheelbase instead of the FFR 90". This can't be normal. Digging deeper though, it looks like that's not complete, I just did a quick search earlier and didn't click deeper. Sergio Feb 24, 2011 18 12K Nov 5, 2022 by coatin20 Fuel pump replacement coatin20 Oct 12, 2022 1 348 Oct 17, 2022 by postal S Vented gas cap swampfoxIV Jul 7, 2020 10 4K Good engine or bad is another part of the recipe. Some of the fit and finish stuff was below par, but mechanically it was solid. Confirmed what I already knew. 4. Run the exhaust out the back with real mufflers and cats and it won't be loud. Any opinions on backdrafts cobra replicas? You are using an out of date browser. . How driving instruction can make you faster on track. I'm still searching for the cause of the subframe rubbing before shipping the car to Radical Roadsters. The cobra is not the fastest around a track in that group but it is awesome looking and sounding. Everett-Morrison Motorcars -- Speak with Julie and Brett, Johnex Motorsports--Speak with Mike Tilcox, Lone Star Classics---Speak with Dennis & Steve, Midstates Cobra's---Speak with Bob Kallio, Standard Transmission and Gear speak with Jimi Guthrie, Upstate Super Replicars--Speak with Bill Connelly, Tornado Alley Cobra Club (Eastern Oklahoma). The passenger side spring isn't square to the body like the driver's side. @b, Come see whats hiding under the covers this wee, Happy Easter! FFR #7388 - Mk 4 Complete Kit w/ IRS, Ordered 10/21/10, Delivered 12/8/10. YES! The downside with the vette is they r so damn expensive to modify where as shelby r cheap for mods. Threads: 93,379, The World's largest Backdraft Racings renowned attention to detail makes every custom roadster and authentic replica the very best available. When I decided to build another Cobra replica and with the aid of the internet I did a ton of research before settling on FFR. Colonel . I really enjoyed the FFR build process but I ended up over-building a custom car made just for me that I didn't want to beat on. The Covette is BY FAR the better car, but I'd bet the Cobra is a whole lot more fun, even just driven normally, to ice cream and back. Drives: Charger HC, Backdraft Cobra. You can buy one hell of a complete FFR or Backdraft for 45K built and ready to go. . As recommended, this weekend I plan to remove the wheels, spring, shocks and check the full range of the suspension to see what may be causing the rubbing. A little bit rarer than the Cobra, and aroof and being able to use A/C has its advantages. MK4 #8900 - complete kit - Coyote, TKO600, IRS - Delivered 6/28/16 First Start 10/6/16 Go cart - 10/16/16 Build completed - 4/26/17 - 302 days to build my 302 CI Coyote Cobra - Registered and street legal 5/17/17. #builtwithat. Base coat, clear coat painted finish. On costs: Backdraft roller = $28.9 k+. Every trip I take in my 7, includes people recording me as they pass, or pictures taken of it in parking lots, or questions at gas stations "What is it? I had to raise the roll hoop for the guy so he could pass the broom stick test with his helmet and the hoop was sealed with approximately 6 full size cartridges of clear silicone haphazardly squirted near the holes. Also, I noticed yesterday that there was grease splatter above each drive shaft yoke. Overlay carpets for drivers and passenger side. The differential inner cv joint flanges are both rubbing the sub frame. Anyone in LA area willing to enable Radwood silliness? 3081 . Its not a crack. He has to buy it in kit form or have one built up there. I want to register an account for free right now! Hyundai Elantra N: Better performance than a Civic Type R? Alfa Romeo . Im referring to the bushings in the the sub frame not the differential cover. I wouldn't put an inexperienced driver in one, but it's a fun fast challenge for an experienced driver. Cobra Make, Engine: E-M / Power Performance / 521 stroker / Holley HP EFI. When he contacted them, he was told in no uncertain terms, AFTER THE FACT, that Superformance replicas are not meant to be driven hard such as at track days or autocrosses. The whole experience went from "this is cool!" p.s. I personally would get a z06 or a Shelby since you can have a dicent track car and a good dd. I'm a really big fan of the FFRs, I rode in one for about 6 hours one day (to the FFR Open House and back) with a standard 4 link suspension and found the ride to be very comfortable. I don't know much about it and there isn't a lot of discussions on this forum about this so I was wondering if anyone can help me answer the following questions: 1. check out the. 2012-2015 BMW 3-Series and 4-Series Forum. Made out of hand-laid fiberglass, the body is slathered in a glossy Black Magic with a Magnetic Grey stripe outlined silver and broken up by a red center stripe. It all boils down to whether the Datsun should be displayed or destroyed. New posts Search forums. More Backdraft Racing Classics Cobra. If anything, I'll have a better view of the suspension. Dont get me wrong- some guys build them and do a VERY nice job, but for me factory built was the way to go. Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft w/ 427IR Posts: 83 Not Ranked As recommended, this weekend I plan to remove the wheels, spring, shocks and check the full range of the suspension to see what may be causing the rubbing. What is a good source of information to do more research around the Shelby Cobra replica/kit car? Third hand knowledge, but I'd avoid Superformance. by xb-60. MGB/Cobra $1500. I have lost over 40% of my hearing to decades of work in industrial manufacturing, I don't have enough left to sacrifice in the name of cars. Still a "replica" "continuation car" or "tribute" but its different from a kit built in your garage. For safety, the car features a stainless-steel roll bar and Cam lock-style SABELT seatbelts. The front end features LED headlights along with smoked LED turn signals and taillights, and black 18-inch Halibrand-style wheels sit on all four corners. Interesting problem. That said, if you are buying pre-built, from what I have seen they seem to hold their value pretty well. No you can remove the cover it will pull back far enough to check the bolts. AC. How fast does it go? They can be built to almost any level of performance and capability. They're ready, willing, and able to be properly driven on track. There's very little separating an ffr from a trans am car. It was a beautiful engine to look at, but was problematic. Our NEXT GENERATION RT4 Classic Edition features a more traditional take on Roadster styling, with polished stainless steel side pipes and halibrand style wheels. I plan to drop the car off with James at Radical Roadsters as soon as his schedule frees up. Under the bonnet is a 345 BHP 302 CID built by Ford Racing, coupled with a World Class T5 Transmission and hydraulic lifters. Premium carpeting w/ bound edges for trunk and cockpit. I want to register an account for free right now! 2"x4" rectangular steel ladder style frame with front crush zone. The transmission rear seal isnt leaking. We do stock RT4s and have access to Backdraft's in-build and landed inventory. Grab This Rare 1966 Plymouth Satellite 426 Hemi, Snag A Show-Stopping 1970 Dodge Challenger Restomod. This is why the FFR spec racer was made. There are a range engine and transmission options available including Coyote, Ford Racing, Roush, and Iconic Racing. I have a Backdraft Cobra. : For registered members this ad will NOT show, Cobra Make, Engine: BDR build #983, FRM 392. If you know of some usernames that are not members of the group yet, let me know so I can invite Well I finally got some dates on the parts my engine builder has been waiting on. A Backdraft Racing Roadster stands out from the crowd with unsurpassed quality, design and performance. Want a 4 wheel drift, no problem. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Was not a kit, fully assembled. CONNECT WITH . Yup, and I have a true factory five roadster, not a replica of a factory five. Anyone have a part number for these bushings? Also, Im not seeing any sub frame cracks/ weld failures. Backdraft makes a darn good car with BMW suspension as stated above the fit and finish is not the greatest. Wow I really love this car, you guys are lucky. @barrett_j, Four beautiful builds on display! 4. What are your thoughts after a few years of ownership? No sir I havent checked to see if they are torque to specification but each bolt head is marked and all still line up with their reference marks. Appreciate 0 Quote 01-27-2017, 07:00 PM #24: Maynard. Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft Car #1209 Roush 427R. https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/foru.all-and-tuning For the record, I actually liked the shifter Not sure how one would do a remote shifter, if you wanted a "traditional" shifter angle then you might be able to build a V8 T5 with a truck case so the shifter comes out a lot more forward. . I love yours! New posts Search forums Advanced search. You are much more hidden in the corvette. The World's largest : For registered members this ad will NOT show. ive been in both the vettes and new shelbys and liked em both. SPF roller= $42K+. If you have around $45K would you get a Shelby Cobra Factory Five or Superformance, well built C6 Z06 or a C7 Z51? YES! They make hooligans with unmuffled Harleys seem quiet and reserved. It's not a direct comparison. 1965 Backdraft Racing Cobra in Arlington, TX non biased Shelby Cobra related site! In the mid 90's I built a Cobra replica from a local company called Component Craft. You are correct that what I posted is a bit more autherntic / high end. In today's issue of "there's always someone crazier than you", FB find of the day? Welcome to Club CobraThe world's largest non-biased Cobra site! The Daytona Coupe kit is the direction I would go. Wide seats allow for plenty of comfort and space, and extra leg room not an issue. I want to register an account for free right now. All Makes. It was a very short time before the frame started cracking. It could be yours today! You have half a barely muffled V8 blatting at your left ear, you could probably touch the ground if you weren't worried about third degree burns on your wrist, and your view through the windshield is almost completely obscured by the reflection of the scuttle on the inside of the glass, because the scuttle is painted body color and just as shiny. Register now for free! Manufacturers, Engine Builders, tools, and parts. After that they hold value amazingly. i just love the rawness of that car and it only weighs like 2600ish pounds. Most users ever online was 3,146, 12-23-2011 at 03:07 AM. YES! What's new. : For registered members this ad will NOT show. Gathering spot on ClubCobra for current and former owners of Backdraft Racing Roadsters. fYLbZBZLiwLMuahFK1l4IG9L60kBzAOvcqOlNl4CeHeo9egj6dCQahwPQtloTQwC, stanger_mussle (Supported by GRM undergarments). http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showte-build-thread, Suspension, Steering and Brakes - 289 FIA/USRRC, Suspension, Steering and Brakes - 33 HotRod, Ford Modular 5.0 "Coyote" Install and tuning, If this is your first visit, be sure to Club Cobra Introduction Forum (introduce yourself) 04-27-2023 12:08 AM. Depending on the engine they weigh around 2400 lbs. Does this info help or muddy the water? BMW Garage: BMW Meets: Register: Today's Posts: Search: . My friends has a soft top and side curtains, so driving in rain he only gets a little wet. we serve regional and national members with an in-depth forum and archive of vehicle information. You can basically find an answer to any questionthere. They're not just cars to stick golf clubs in and look silly, like a Rolla Royce nosed VW Beetle. 1) TheFactoryFiveForum.comand FFcars.com are invaluable when it comes to information on these things. They come as a rolling chassis, as opposed to FFR which is a kit. If building your own - FF has a great community so you'll never be stuck on an island by yourself it you have any issues and plenty of guys put their buildson the track. Weather protection is limited or nonexistent. Corvettes get attn too, but more negative than the cobra. if you want a cool car, the cobra might get the nod - especially being a convertible as you get to see and smile at more people. I dont think this is something hes seen before. Set it up poorly and you will have an uncomfortable pig that wants to kill you. Have a friend who might be wanting to sell his well prepped supercharged ffr. I always dreamed of owning it one day ever since I had the toy replica of it a long time ago, You get your cobra yet? It's been a while since I was in the Cobra community, but the Backdraft cars were well regarded for the most part. 10-11 svt cobra 3. zo6 or grandsport all 3 cost about the same around 50 to 55k i kinda want the ac cobra more just cause its different, what are your thoughts and has anyone had experience with a AC cobra or with a backdraft one. berkeleying fast as hell though. Posts: 1,110,018, The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo . Would you be interested in a ERA 427 cobra with a real 427 sideoiler?? Thanks for the help! Threads 79 Messages . Welcome to Club Cobra! Same reason I painted the 550 spyder the way I did. All rights reserved. The bushings look horrible to me. Good luck with your pick! The heart of the beast is a Roush 427cui V8 engine that pumps out a healthy 550-horsepower shifted down to the rear wheels by a Tremec TKO 600 five-speed manual transmission. I notice the springs top plates aren't in the same location. If a car makes my ears ring I won't drive it, period. Turned in too late? View All Members Showing 10 of 215 Member (s) socalliving Bob K HBW mattbrowne hauss Steve Gallegos Cashburn Quentin Z SGwick jace9203 View Pictures Showing 5 of 77 Picture (s) From CUZECAN From CUZECAN Our NEXT GENERATION RT4B BLACK EDITION features a traditional Roadster build, with our amped up, custom Black Out Package, to add maximum wow factor. YES! If one could make it quiet enough that I could drive it without ear plugs and muffs at the same time I would love to put some miles in on one. Vented brakes, cooled diff, dry sump, 315/335 NT01s fit, and all with a factory warranty. Hi all, I know I posted my questionabout comparing C6 Z06 andC7 Z51 but today my wife and I saw a Shelby Cobra (presumably either Factory Five or Superformance) on the road and she asked why I don't get one of those instead. 302 with FiTech and Under Car Exhaust, Heat & A/C, Rod Top. NMNA, 99-03 Ford Mustang Cobra 8.8 IRS differential 3.27 gears and 31 spline trac loc. Now that I can see better it looks like the differential has moved in the carrier causing contact with the sub frame. This Cobra is Avis Blue with pearl white racing stripes, and it is a shining example of Backdraft's craftsmanship and superb engineering. Made out of hand-laid fiberglass, the body is slathered in a glossy Black Magic with a Magnetic Grey stripe outlined silver and broken up by a red center stripe. Backdraft 427 ; Build: June 2022. Go drive one. The price is unlisted, but feel free to contact Nostalgic Motoring and submit an offer. There are really too many variables. I cringe at even ascratch. I too have been following this. New . I want to register an account for free right now! It brings smiles to peoples faces seeing something different. Shelby Cobra kit cars, continuations or Kirkhams, or it ain't cool enough. 3210 SW 14TH PLACEBOYNTON BEACH, FL 33426, Happy 427 day! 2. One of which is the ability to personalize the Cobra to your taste and use. I drove it 8 hours round-trip to an autocross event, and I kid you not - the trip there and back was as fun if not more fun than the event itself. YES! Stopping is provided by BMW-sourced 4-wheel power disc brakes clamped by red-painted brake calipers. I have a TON of info on Factory 5 racing Cobras as well, including a pretty cool build school you can attend that gives you help with building your own car. Both the BDR and SPF are made in South Africa, FFR is home built and USA proud. Trust me, you will be scared of it. I took another pic from different angle. I was driving today and applied the clutch only to have the driver's seat slider give way and fully Hi All, new owner here. Mine are in the same condition. I was pissed and happy at the same time. I think the hoop was under bent so it was jamming in the receiver tubes, plus the crap job sealing the hoops let water travel down there and rusted it up. My car started to shudder when I would take off in 1st gear about the same time I saw the scratches on the cv joint flange. It does look like the differential shifted towards the rear car. Although it is indeed a solid kit, It's taking an astounding quantity of massaging to get it together nicely. Tomorrow lll pull back the inner boot. I want to register an account for free right now! RT3 4.6 ltr modular hotrod engine o2 sensors? Pics below. Absolutely incredible way to do driving events. I worked on one for a customer. Welcome to Club Cobra! FFR = depends. JavaScript is disabled. iTrader: ( 2) I have a Backdraft Cobra. All for sale! You could hear it coming from over a quarter mile away. 2) If you are looking at a Superformanceor Backdraft the build quality is kind of a wash as they are all built in-house. But they look and sound awesome doing it. Depending on the engine they weigh around 2400 lbs. A 'Vette is just a 'Vette. non biased Shelby Cobra related site! 4) This question is abit too late for me - my decision was made - Cobra all the way! There is simply no room under there. Welcome to Club Cobra! Feels like I'm driving a supercar. It took like 6 hours to remove the three bolts that held the hoop in place and move it up to the next set of mounting holes. Have you removed the dust cover on the flange side of the axle and checked the flange bolts? Ive decided that this something an expert should handle. Sorry to resurrect an old thread, but I'm really thinking about pulling the trigger on a BDR Cobra in the next few months. No experience with kit cars but after 15 years trying to keep things running all weekend, this seems too good to be true. Airstream. Someone earlier mentioned running a quieter exhaust under the car. But it seems like everyone has these 2 cars in town. Backdraft Racing Custom Cobra Roadster Replicas | Shelby Cobra Replica Manufacturers Choose from our two iconic models Starting from $51,900 Our NEXT GENERATION RT4 Classic Edition features a more traditional take on Roadster styling, with polished stainless steel side pipes and 'halibrand' style wheels. #bu, Saturday night cruise after Barrett Jackson. Okay, I left out some potentially important info. non biased Shelby Cobra related site! Abarth. Good cars, very fast,but kinda in a treat it wrong and it will bite kind of way. Yes, they still use E36 suspension, rearend and brakes. to tiring in about three blocks. This Cobra is sinister when it comes to both looks and performance. Then I drove one, a FF kit with a Ford 302 crate engine. I spoke with James today. Sitting here in the puts at NCM thoroughly enjoying the smile this c7 Grand Sport is putting on my face each and every session. Where did you see Backdraft for $46K? Cobra Make, Engine: 427 manowar forged crank roller rockers . The cantilevered shifter feels right in a chunderheaded expedience sort of way. All Backdraft RT3 Cobras include the following: Hand laid fiberglass body w/ strategic reinforcing. Some of that is the supplied parts some of that is the kit itself. and a single barrel carb?? Aermacchi. Home. I am not a Cobra expert and not that familiar with all the differences between the makes out there. Resale value when you buy it second hand from the first owner is where you save the most cash. How's that for bizarre cross-shopping. #builtwithattitude #carswithoutlimi, A true classic replica! The World's largest non biased Shelby Cobra related site! Has anyone ever considered this idea, or done it? I think they look awesome. Great reputation btw. MK4 7869, gen 1 Coyote, TR-3650, 3-link . 10 innovative ways to go faster on track using data, Placing our virtual Nissan 350Z Inside a virtual wind tunnel | Against the wind: Part 2. Its got a Ford Stroker and a TKO600 Suspension. Which is how I would do it. I thought you found the problem. BackDraft Racing --- - Club Cobra Welcome to Club Cobra! The only one I put a wrench on was the bottom front bushing bolt. Cross shopping a Corvette, all the work is done for you and it's comfortable and weather tight. Arntz/Butler Forum (212/2011) BackDraft Racing ---(2162/25438) B & B Cobra's --- Speak with Bryan . I was hoping to find the cause with pulling the axles snd cv joints. Its hard for to explain what I see because Im ignorant when talking suspensions. If you are looking to purchase a pre-built Factory Five (or another one of the kit companies) there is more variance as you are reliant on the guy who built it so quality can vary drastically. Its got a Ford Stroker and a TKO600 Suspension. Jul 17, 2017. Thanks again. Only complaints I heard were that the some of the BMW bits used weren't up to handling the power if you dropped big block in it. 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