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Cobra Magazine - January 2011
REGULARS

004 > News

What’s happening in the industry.

014 > Fresh Ayre

Our man in America brings his unique slant on kit car life.

068 > More News

From within the industry.

096 > Stafford

Rob Hawkins last year’s Stafford show.

170 > Classified Ads

The biggest market-place for kit cars. We’ve the largest selection for sale.

FEATURES

076 > Big Softie

We’re talking a mega-engine, Hurculean power, gargantuan torque and epic performance. This OTT car could only be a Dax Tojeiro and though the statistics create trepidation, the latest demonstrator turns out to be a great big softie as Ian Hyne thoroughly enjoyed discovering.

100 > Aces High

The AC Ace is the least known of the Cobra family and Hawk Cars is the only manufacturer producing a replica. Ian Hyne joins others in appreciating the company’s efforts.

102 > Blown Away

Concours quality paintwork, acres of chrome and a powerplant to rip the skin from your face. That’s AK Sportscars new 6.3 litre supercharged demonstrator.

106 > Cheers Ken

Ian Hyne looks back at the kitform career of the GT40 replica and finds that the top dogs and current stars all have a trace of KVA DNA.

114 > 40 Things to Know

You don’t just build a GT40, there’s a great deal you have to think about first.

142 > A Song for Europa

Ian Hyne visits Europa Spares. A vital supplier to Cobra builders the world over.

WORKSHOP

018 > Tech Talk

How to attach body to chassis and a look at an amazing Rover V8 installation are in Nigel’s letter-box this month.

022 > Leading Light

Stafford Vehicle Components (SVC to most) has become an integral part of our industry. They offer quality lighting products with unparalleled technical expertise. Nigel (Tech’ Ed’) has been to see how they work.

082 > Dremel Test

Dremel is a name synonymous with hobby tools. Two products have been launched which seem ideal to assist the Cobra builder. Nigel (Tech’ Ed’) volunteered to give both the Fortiflex and Trio a workout in his garage.

086 > Rover V8 Rebuild

In the first of a two part series, Rob Hawkins follows MG V8 specialist Clive Wheatley strip down a Rover V8.

092 > Revotec

Readers will be familiar with the name Revotec as their impressive stand is a common sight at numerous shows throughout the year. They market automotive cooling products, and here our Tech’ Ed’ draws on their considerable knowledge to explain what is on offer to the Cobra builder.

094 > Stafford Tech

Nigel Dean Takes you around last year’s Stafford show from a techies perspective.

146 > Injection Race

Three years ago, Nigel our Tech’ Ed’ wrote a feature on the basic principles of fuel injecting first generation American V8s. Since then more sophisticated and less expensive hardware has become available. In addition, IVA regulations have settled into their groove, so a revisit is worthy of additional editorial. To demonstrate the latest kits, Nigel takes us through the process of injecting your Yank small block.

154 > Lubrication

Opie Oils – the UK’s largest supplier of automotive oils and additives took Nigel through the ins and outs of choosing the correct lubricant.

160 > Maxxis Tyres

Maxxis is a name synonymous with quality tyres and the company is one of the largest suppliers in the world. Having teamed up with our Tech’ Ed’, here’s his step-by-step guide on what a kit car builder should consider when choosing a set of boots. From aspect ratio to selecting the correct compound for your road rocket.

166 > Tech Tips

This month’s column is devoted to choosing your exhaust system. Here are Nigel’s top tips when it comes to deciding between underslung or side pipes.

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