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Well, it`s been a pretty fair 2010 I think; in particular, attending the Goodwood Revival with my Father for the first time, but not to forget the Silverstone Classic, both of which in part I must thank Keith Lessiter for, what a gent! [8D][:D]
   
   Let`s hope 2011 brings us all health, happiness & plenty of use of our AC`s...(as the ACOC welcomed back a member to the fold as an owner for the first time in 37 years, but maybe more on that in due course!)[;)]
   With my very best wishes,
   
   Nik. [:)]
   

DOH! Greyhound Chassis no. 2555. How did we let this one slip under the radar... Auction was at the Haynes museum last month!!! Click pic for link to auction catalog page:
   
   
   
   Does this mean Greyhound values are starting to catch up with Acecas? I hope so, as they have always been such an overlooked classic. [:)]

AEX1079 is coming up for sale at the Coys 'True Greats' sale at The Royal Horticultural Halls, Elverton Street, Westminster. on December the 7th.
   Click pic to go to the Coys online catalogue entry:
   
   
   
   The description from the catalog:
   
   "This magnificent example is unquestionably the finest that we have offered in recent times.  This car was originally Bristol powered but in 1965 first owner Bob Johnson fitted the car with a 289 HiPo Ford engine and transmission reportedly from a Cobra. The engine is date coded 4A10 (January 1964) and is a genuine HiPo unit.
   
   The installation is identical to the Cobra including the rare motor mounts and was not butchered in any way, with great pains taken to retain originality throughout. It passed in 1968 to its second owner Richard Neary; the car was used regularly and in 1999 a restoration was undertaken which took over 3 years and consisted of a re built engine by Heyad Racing using only the finest components.
   
   The engine breathes through a Cobra 4 barrel mid rise intake manifold with a Holley 4150 650cfm carburettor; a Cobra aluminium oil pan and aluminium bell housing with ceramic coated headers were fitted along with a custom-made stainless steel exhaust. The Borg Warner close ratio T10 gearbox was rebuilt by Fred Kravics at Trans Torque along with the differential. To haul the car to a stop the brakes were completely rebuilt with all new hydraulic parts.
   
   We are informed by the owner that the aluminium body has no collision damage and no signs of corrosion; it features the rare curved windscreen. Finished in Tobacco metallic with the interior finished in dark brown hide, we are informed that the car is developing a beautiful patina. Said to be in very good condition throughout, this car is supplied with a US Certificate of Title and EU Taxes paid documentation.
   
   Originally a Bristol powered chassis; as all early Cobras were, AEX1079 is surely one of the finest AC Ace's to be offered to the market today with a unique and desirable period upgrade that resembles as closely as possible the legendary Cobra; this Ace represents an unmissable opportunity. "
   
   Being an 'AEX' chassis number, wouldn`t this have originally been an AC-engined Ace? Whatever... it looks rather fetching in metallic brown, although a joke about polish & glitter springs inappropriately to mind!!! [:o)]

There`s a 'rear clip'(ending 13/08/10)  and engine (ending 22/08/10) on eBay at the moment, if anyone is interested.
   
   
   
   

Following on from the (Aceca Bristol) Spark Plugs for Racing thread,
   Here`s a chart of NGK plugs for Cobra variants from MkIII onwards, courtesy of Keith L.:
   
   

Following on from the (Aceca Bristol) Spark Plugs for Racing thread,
   Here`s a chart of NGK plugs for Cobra variants from MkIII onwards, courtesy of Keith L.:
   
   
   Pity no mention on MkI, MkII or Frua; Recommendations please, Chaps.

Would it be useful for the club to have a sound meter to see if members` Cars are too loud for track days etc? Knowing several Cobras fell foul of noise limits last time out. [:(]
   Is there already one 'in the system'? If so, please ignore this message!
   
   
   
   I have one on eBay at the moment.

Moved over from the Vintage, PVT & 2 Litre Forum [:)]

quote:Originally posted by rsteller9@msn.com
   Does anyone know the source of radiator for 1986 AC MK IV 's with 302 motor?

Originally fitted to `61 Ace, but described as also suitable for Cobra (or kitcar!) click pic:
   
   

Originally fitted to `61 Ace, but described as also suitable for Cobra (or kitcar!) click pic:
   
   

Now at the Riverside Raceway museum,
   see Sportscar Digest feature or click pic below:
   
   

What a nice way to celebrate the inaugural Algarve Historic Festival, with an AC driver being awarded the "Motor Racing Legends Spirit Award". David Alborough not only drove his AC Ace Bristol racer all the way to the Algarve, but managed to blow it up en route, rebuild it – and finish the race, too.
   Full story & photos of the event HERE:
   
   

Anyone attending the NEC CLassic Car Show this year?
   Not purchased your tickets yet?
   Certain Club`s members can obtain a discount on admission for the Saturday & Sunday only by entering 'CLUBS09' for single tickets or 'CLUBF09' for family tickets HERE:
   OK, the fiver you save on a SINGLE TICKET may not cover the cost of a sandwich, but every little helps, eh?
   See you there on the Saturday, Oh, and John, have you considered going by train this year? [;)]

PITPASS.COM report that the local authorities have suspended the operating licence for the Spa Circuit until 2026 due to noise complaints from a number of 'local NIMBY`S'. Whilst I can sympathise with neighbours during, for example, a 24-hour race weekend, the loss of use of the circuit would not only be a loss to any racing calendar, but have huge economic impact to the area as well.
   There is a petition organised by a local support group, which can be signed by clicking on this banner:
   
   
   Nik.

Currently 99p! Click pic or text.
   
   
   Here we have a set of 6 Mahle pistons from an AC Ace Bristol engine.
   
   I assume that these pistons are standard size as, after they were removed, the block was bored to + .020 and new Cosworth pistons fitted when the engine was overhauled.
   
   The pistons all have markings of 6594 and 52/1 stamped into the crowns, and have gudgeon pins but no circlips. The rings will obviously need replacing.
   
   Whilst the pistons all appear to be good, I can't vouch for their condition or give any indication of the mileage they have covered.
   

Despite pretty `orrible weather for much of the weekend, The Oulton Park Gold Cup was most enjoyable,
   and even though several promised AC`s were 'no-show`s' the Marque`s honour was maintained by Simon Crompton
   in the Historic Road Sports race.
   Click pics for larger version)
   
   
   
   It looked slightly embarrassing on the Saturday, as the Cobra was 31/2 seconds faster than it`s nearest rival,
   
   
   
   but come the race, things were not so one-sided, with Simon dropping to 4th off the line.
   (I think he just wanted some 'sport'!)
   Squeezed up the hill out of Knickerbrook, Simon had to yield this time,
   
   
   
   
   ...but was soon in front,
   
   
   
   eventually winning by 41/2 seconds from a Lotus Elan, Ginetta G4 & TVR Griffith,
   whilst Andy Shepherd was 7th, in his Lotus 7!
   (It was very kind of one of the Formula Ford drivers to mark the racing line with oil,
   but the marshalls felt this didn`t show up well enough,
   so highlighted it with concrete dust!!![}:)])
   
   
   There were at least 2 Ace Bristols in the pit area,
   and it was wonderful to re-unite my Dad with his old Ace, 5BPG.
   
   
   
    Thanks to Tony Bancroft for the photo, and allowing us a 'special moment' in his fantastic Ace
   that holds so many great memories for My Dad!
   
    "AC Bloody Well Done"! [8D]

For the princely sum of £15,995, this little beauty(previously owned by Lennox Lewis!) could be yours:
   
   
   (Click pic to go to advert)

   
   In the August `09 issue of MotorSport magazine (out now!)There is an article reuniting (Sir?*)Jack Sears & Sir Jackie Stewart with their cobra and E-type from the 1964 Brands Hatch race of legend!
   
   
   
   *Is Jack Sears a 'Sir' or not...and if not why not???

A nice feature on CF33, seen at the 2009 Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este, is here:
   
   Ultimate Carpage or click pics:
   
         
   (All images, © Wouter Melissen)

Well, it`s Congratulations to AC stalwarts Kevin Kivlochan & Shaun Lynn who were the overall winners in this years` TourAuto in France,
    shall we let them off the fact that they weren`t in an AC though? (A Cobra was second though!)
   Click here to go to the official TOUR AUTO website, and on the pics to go to the 2009 gallery pages:
   
   
   
   There`s a really good review of the event on ULTIMATE CARPAGE and MORE photos too! (Click pics to go to the gallery: )