Saturday, May 11, 2013
Why did the 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake sell for 5 5 million
on January 21, 2007, at the Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction The 1966 Shelby Cobra 427 Super Snake made history. It fetch $5.5 million, a world record price for an American car, auction organizers said.
The buyer was car collector Ron Pratt of Chandler, Arizona. This fastest sport with
powerfull car engine with 800-horsepower was only two produced for personal transportation. There are made by performance-car builder Carrol Shelby and Famed racer.
At the time there were 84 Syelby presented at anual auction, that was held in Scttsdale, Arizona. It was presented also by hundreds if collector who bid millions for sport car, muscle cars, and other vehicles.
Actually Shelby made two Super Snakes, The other one was bought by comedian Bill Cosby. Cosby returned the car after only once drive, Then the Super Snake was wrecked in a road accident that killed the driver, said Cluxoton in his writing on Barrett-Jackson site.
Sole surviving Super Snake still had many original components, such as its engine block, exhaust system brake calipers, and oil coolers, Cluxton said.
"This Cobra car defines the American muscle car. He does it all, and without the help of ESP, ASR, ABS, carbon fiber, engine management ECUs, titanium, or the United Nations. How cool is that?" said Cluxton in his writing
AC/Shelby Cobra is the epitome of high-performance cool car. The man responsible for it. A real talent makes Shelby a world-famous race driver by 1959, he won LeMans for Aston Martin.
The buyer was car collector Ron Pratt of Chandler, Arizona. This fastest sport with
powerfull car engine with 800-horsepower was only two produced for personal transportation. There are made by performance-car builder Carrol Shelby and Famed racer.
At the time there were 84 Syelby presented at anual auction, that was held in Scttsdale, Arizona. It was presented also by hundreds if collector who bid millions for sport car, muscle cars, and other vehicles.
Actually Shelby made two Super Snakes, The other one was bought by comedian Bill Cosby. Cosby returned the car after only once drive, Then the Super Snake was wrecked in a road accident that killed the driver, said Cluxoton in his writing on Barrett-Jackson site.
Sole surviving Super Snake still had many original components, such as its engine block, exhaust system brake calipers, and oil coolers, Cluxton said.
"This Cobra car defines the American muscle car. He does it all, and without the help of ESP, ASR, ABS, carbon fiber, engine management ECUs, titanium, or the United Nations. How cool is that?" said Cluxton in his writing
AC/Shelby Cobra is the epitome of high-performance cool car. The man responsible for it. A real talent makes Shelby a world-famous race driver by 1959, he won LeMans for Aston Martin.
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How to Replace the Front Brakes on a 1997 Audi A4
Single-Caliper-Piston System
1. Unscrew the lid from the master cylinder reservoir and siphon out about half of the fluid from the master cylinder with a clean turkey baster. Transfer the siphoned fluid to a small, sealable container and seal the container.
2. Loosen the front wheel bolts with a ratchet and socket, and raise the front of the A4 with a floor jack. Position jack stands under the vehicle’s subframe and lower the A4 onto the jack stands. Remove the wheel bolts and remove the front wheels.
3. Pull the ends of the outer brake pad retainer – the metal spring spanning the rear of the outer brake pad – from the holes in the caliper with needle-nose pliers. Pull the outer brake pad retainer from the caliper and outer brake pad.
4. Pry the rubber caps from the brake caliper guide pins with a small flat-head screwdriver. Loose the caliper guide pins with a ratchet and hex-bit socket, and pull the caliper guide pins from the caliper.
5. Pull the caliper up and off the caliper bracket, and suspend it from the coil spring with a bungee cord. Do not allow the caliper to hang by its rubber hose. Pull the old brake pads off the caliper bracket.
6. Remove the two caliper bracket bolts with a ratchet and socket, and pull the caliper bracket off the front hub.
7. Disengage the rotor retaining screw with a Phillips screwdriver. If the screw will not turn easily, lightly tap the head of it with a hammer to free it. Pull the rotor from the front hub. If the rotor is stuck, lightly tap the rear of it with a rubber mallet to free it.
8. Inspect the front and rear of the rotor for any visual defects, including: deep grooves, signs of grinding, hot spots or mirror-like shine. Replace the rotor with a new one if any defects exist.
9. Set the rotor on the front hub, lining up the screw hole on the rotor with that on the front hub. Tighten the rotor-retaining screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
10. Install the caliper bracket on the front hub and hand-tighten it retaining bolts. Tighten the caliper bracket bolts to 92 foot-pounds with a torque wrench and socket.
11. Set the old inner brake pad in the caliper, so it contacts the caliper piston. Position an 8-inch C-clamp over the caliper, so the fixed part touches the rear of the caliper and the screw part touches the brake pad. Tighten the C-clamp to press the caliper piston into the caliper. Once the C-clamp stops moving, loosen it and remove it and the brake pad.
12. Install new brake pads into the caliper bracket, position the inner brake so the arrow engraved on it points downward.
13. Clean the caliper guide pins with a clean, lint-free cloth and apply a thin coat of new disc brake grease to the smooth part of the caliper guide pin. Insert the guide pins into the caliper and hand-tighten them. Torque the caliper guide pins to 11 foot-pounds with a torque wrench and hex-bit socket.
14. Insert the straight ends of a new outer brake pad retainer – included with the new brake pads – into the small holes on the outside of the caliper. Press the outer brake pad retainer toward the brake pad until it seats in the grooves in the caliper. Press the rubber covers back into place over the caliper guide pins.
15. Repeat Steps 3 through 14 to replace the brakes on the other side of the A4.
16. Reinstall the front wheels on the A4’s hubs and hand-tighten the wheel bolts. Raise the Audi off the jack stands with a floor jack and remove the jack stands. Lower the vehicle to the ground and tighten the lug nuts, in a crisscross pattern, to 89 foot-pounds.
17. Press and release the brake pedal until it feels firm, then check the brake fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir. Add DOT 4 brake fluid to the master cylinder reservoir until the level reaches the “Max” line.
18. Take the old brake fluid in the sealed container to a used-automotive-fluid-recycling center for disposal. Many auto parts stores take old brake fluid free of charge.
Dual-Caliper-Piston System
19. Follow Steps 1 and 2 in the section titled “Single Piston Brake Removal” to remove excess brake fluid, raise the A4 and remove its wheels.
20. Remove the two Torx bolts securing the outer brake pads with a ratchet and Torx-bit socket. Pull the two outer brake pads from the caliper through the hole above each brake pad.
21. Press and hold the button on the brake pad wear sensor wiring harness, and unplug the harness from the A4’s harness. Press the caliper toward the inside of the A4 until it stops moving.
22. Insert a flat-head screwdriver between the topmost brake pad and the caliper carrier’s body, and pry the brake pad toward the rotor to disengage the pad’s retaining clips. Pull the pad from the caliper, through the hole directly above the brake pad. Repeat this step to remove the lower, inside brake pad.
23. Unfasten the caliper carrier retaining bolts with a ratchet and Torx-bit socket. Pull the caliper carrier assembly off the front hub and hang it from the strut spring with a bungee cord. Never allow the caliper to hang by its rubber hose, as this can cause severe damage.
24. Remove, inspect and reinstall the front rotor by following Steps 7 through 9 in the section titled “Single Piston Brake Removal.”
25. Set the caliper carrier back into place on the front hub and hand-tighten the caliper carrier retaining bolts. Torque the caliper carrier retaining bolts to 148 foot-pounds with a torque wrench and Torx-bit socket.
26. Slide the upper inner brake pad into the upper inside hole in the caliper carrier. Line up the fingers on the rear of the brake pad with the caliper piston and press the pad toward the piston until the fingers insert fully into the caliper piston – use extreme care not to puncture the dust boot around the piston. Repeat this step on the lower inner brake pad.
27. Plug the brake pad wear sensor into the A4’s wiring harness.
28. Press the caliper carrier outward until it stops moving. Slide the upper outer brake pad into the caliper carrier and hand tighten its retaining bolt. Slide the lower outer brake pad into the caliper and hand-tighten its retaining bolt. Torque the brake pad retaining bolts to 18 foot-pounds with a torque wrench and Torx-bit socket.
29. Repeat Steps 2 through 10 to replace the brakes on the other side of the A4.
30. Reinstall the front wheels, pressurize the brake system and refill the brake master cylinder by following Steps 16 through 18 in the section titled “Single Piston Brake Removal.”
Friday, May 10, 2013
2011 Audi A3
This car also comes with a choice of new exterior colors such as Amethyst Gray, Gray Dakota, Scuba Blue, and Red. New customers can also choose a new 17-inch wheels, and 18 inch new. In the interior, riders will be treated to leather seats, lever gear and instruments with a gray background. Audi has not announced the price of the Audi A3 and S3 2011.
Hatchback buyers tend to fall into two camps: people who are looking for a sporty compact, and people who are looking for utility on a budget. One thing both camps should be concerned with, however, is safety. While there’s a perception that budget-friendly compact hatchbacks aren’t safe, there are actually a number of models with good crash-protection ratings and innovative safety features. You just have to know what to look for.
Driving a Hatchback Safely.
Hatchback drivers have a few advantages over people who drive coupes or sedans. In most hatchbacks, visibility tends to be good. Most hatchbacks have an upright chair-like seating position, which gives drivers a commanding view of the road ahead. Plus, because hatchbacks have high rooflines and lots of glass, side and rearward visibility tend to be good as well.
However, you still need to check the visibility carefully when you test drive a hatchback. Some newer hatchback models have SUV-like styling. On models like the Kia Soul and Nissan it can be tough to see objects that are directly behind you because they have an upright design with a rear window that’s far off the ground. Other hatchbacks, like theHonda Fit and Kia Forte hatchback have rear windows that are lower to the ground, making it easier to see if there is anything behind you.
Even if a hatchback doesn’t have the upright styling of an SUV, its design can impact visibility. For example, the rear roof pillars in the Nissan Versa are very wide: this makes the car stronger, but it also makes the pillars difficult to see around. The same is true for the Scion xD No matter how much you like a hatchback’s styling, make sure it won’t get in the way of safe driving.
Cargo and Safety
Hatchbacks are great for hauling cargo. But, filling a hatchback’s cargo area with your gear brings safety issues into play. You should always keep cargo separate from passengers. If cargo simply has to be in the passenger compartment, make sure it’s secure. In an accident, you don’t want cargo flying around.
Hatchbacks are popular with pet owners because it’s easy to put your dog or cat in the back and keep your seats clean. However, if you’re putting your pet in your hatchback’s cargo area, you need to secure it -- for Fido’s safety and for yours. In a crash at 50 miles per hour, an unrestrained ten-pound dog will exert about 500 pounds of pressure on any object it hits. That includes you. An 80-pound unrestrained dog in a 30-mile-per-hour crash will exert about 2,400 pounds of pressure. That’s like getting hit by a Honda Civic.
Luckily, hatchbacks are meant for cargo and can carry a lot of it safely. The Volkswagen Golf has 12.4 cubic feet of space in its cargo area. That’s enough for a few suitcases. The Honda Fit has a whopping 20.6 cubic feet of cargo space -- more than most other small hatchbacks -- behind its backseats. If you routinely haul a lot of cargo, look into optional cargo management features like bins and nets, which keep your stuff secure.
Hatchback Crash Test Ratings
Before buying any hatchback, you need to check out its crash-test ratings. Crash tests are controlled collisions that measure how good a car is at protecting the people inside it. It’s no guarantee of how a car will perform in a real collision, but it’s one of the strongest indicators of vehicle safety that shoppers have.
Two organizations complete crash-test ratings: the federal government’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS). You might be familiar with NHTSA scores: cars, trucks and SUVs earn stars (five stars is the best) for how well they protect occupants in front- and side-impact crashes. They also earn stars based on their likelihood of rolling over in a single vehicle crash, and get an overall rating. IIHS also rates vehicles in front- and side-impact crashes, but they also test roof strength and how good the seats are at protecting occupants in rear-impact collisions. IIHS gives scores that range from “Good” to “Poor.” IIHS also names “Top Safety Picks.” Cars that earn “Top Safety Pick” status get the best scores possible on all crash test measures and have standard electronic stability control.
Hatchback crash-test scores can vary considerably, so do your research before you buy. For example, the hatchback hybrid earns three stars in front- and side-impact crash protection, but gets a five-star rollover score. Overall, it only gets three stars from NHTSA. By contrast, the Subaru Impreza wagon is a hatch that does better in crash tests. It’s an IIHS “Top Safety Pick.”
One other thing hatchback buyers have to pay attention to is which model is being crash tested. For example, there’s a hatchback version of the Nissan Versa, but the sedan model was the only one tested by NHTSA. The same is true for the Ford Fiesta While these hatchbacks have similar engineering to their sedan counterparts, bear in mind that the crash-test results may not match what you encounter in the real world. Also, if you’re considering both a two-door and four-door hatchback, pay attention to which body style the crash-test results apply. TheWolk, for example, can have two or four passenger doors, but the four-door models are the ones that get crash tested.
Key Hatchback Safety Features
Anti-lock brakes, stability and traction control are the three active safety features that smart hatchback buyer should look for. They’re called active safety features because they can actually step in and help you avoid having an accident altogether. Anti-lock brakes keep your brakes (and thus wheels) from locking. Locked wheels almost always mean a skid, which means a loss of control, which means a crash. Ditto stability and traction control. Those systems constantly monitor your wheels. If one starts to travel at a different speed than the others, which indicates a loss of traction, the systems step in, selectively applying the brakes to pull your car out of a skid. It works so seamlessly that you probably won’t even notice it happening, but when you avoid a crash, you’ll be glad they were there.
Bentley Continental Supersports sets world speed record on ice
The Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible breaks the world speed record on ice. And we never even knew there was a world speed record on ice.
The Continental Supersports convertible with all-wheel-drive, 6-liter, 12-cylinder Bentley was Finlands four-time world rally champion Juha Kankkunen. The worlds fastest all-wheel-drive soft-top convertible allowed Kankkunen to shatter his own 2007 world ice speed record of 321.6kph (199.83mph), which he set in a Continental GT at the same location.
Last time in 2007, he missed the 200 mph mark, and achieved a speed record of 199.83 mph in the Continental GT at the same location.
A limited edition of this most extreme Bentley will make its global debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month. Production will be limited to just 100 examples!
Press Release
BENTLEY SUPERSPORTS SHATTERS WORLD SPEED RECORD ON SHEET ICE
Rally champion, Juha Kankkunen achieves 205.48 mph (330.695 km/h) in extreme Bentley convertible
(Oulu, Finland. 15 February 2011) Finlands four-time world rally champion Juha Kankkunen drove a Bentley Continental Supersports convertible on the hazardous frozen waters of the Baltic Sea, off the coast of Finland, at a breathtaking 205.48 mph (330.695 km/h) to set a new world speed record on ice.
Kankkunen was in irresistible form with his all-wheel drive, 6-litre, 12-cylinder Continental Supersports convertible which, in line with the Companys CO2 strategy, ran on biofuel. The worlds fastest soft top enabled Juha to shatter his own 2007 world ice speed record of 199.83 mph (321.6 km/h) set in the Continental GT at the same location.
With the help of his own experienced team and Bentley engineers, Kankkunen overcame the challenges of temperatures as low as minus 30 degrees, sudden snow blizzards and potentially dangerous crosswinds on the 16.5km track on a 70cm-thick layer of sea ice. The record attempt was driven on a 1000m long measured distance with the speed certified by officials from the Finland Traffic Police. His new world record was based on the average of two runs in opposite directions with measured speeds ratified by a representative of The Guinness Book of Records.
"The last time, I narrowly missed the magical 200 mph mark in a Continental GT. When I heard about the Supersports I was determined to go record breaking again with the Bentley Boys. This time, with over 600bhp under the bonnet, a Quickshift transmission and the security of the all-wheel drive system, the Supersports convertible was the perfect car to go for the record. " Kankkunen said.
"200mph came up after 5km on sheet ice. Then it was just a question of getting everything right in the timing zone and hoping the snow kept away. Theres nothing to beat driving a Bentley at these speeds; the conditions may be perilous but the car responds so well to the slightest adjustment which gives you the confidence to push even harder."
As with the previous record-breaking drive in the Continental GT the Anglo-Finnish team used a car with minimum modification. A fully-welded, heavy-duty safety roll-cage, along with Pirelli winter tyres (Pirelli SottoZero II 275/40R20) and a rear bumper-mounted parachute provided reassurance in case of an emergency. Front and rear spoilers provided optimum high speed stability on the treacherous surface.
To highlight Bentleys environmental commitment to sustainable fuel sources, Kankkunens Supersports Convertible was fuelled with E85 bioethanol rather than petrol (gasoline). All models in the Continental range are capable of running on petrol (gasoline), E85 bioethanol or any combination of the two.
Wolfgang Dürheimer, Bentleys new Chairman and Chief Executive, said:
"The ice speed record is an amazing feat by Juha Kankkunen, whose skill and courage in extreme conditions truly make him one of the modern-day Bentley Boys. We will be celebrating this achievement with a very special ‘extreme Bentley, which will be the most powerful model ever to bear the famed Winged B emblem."
A limited edition of just 100 examples of this most extreme Bentley will be made and the car will make its global debut at the Geneva Motor Show on 1st March.
How to Compare the BMW X5 with the BMW X5 M Package
1. Compare the vehicles appearance. While the X5 is aggressive without the M package, the M package adds body color, front and rear bumpers and running boards as well as low-profile aluminum roof rails. These enhancements provide better aerodynamics and keep the vehicle planted at high speed. M logo door sills are also included.
2. Compare the wheels. The standard X5 comes with 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels, depending on which trim package you choose. The M Sport Package adds 20-inch M light alloy wheels with sport tires designed specifically for the X5.
3. Compare the interior features. The M package features a leather-wrapped M steering wheel as well as multicontoured sport bucket seats for the driver and front passenger. The package also includes brushed aluminum trim on the interior dashboard and door panels.
4. Compare the vehicles technology features. With the M sport package, Parking Distance Control and Adaptive Drive are added. The Parking Distance Control system provides eight parking sensors to help you judge the distance of unseen objects in the front and rear of the vehicle. The Adaptive Drive suspension adds Active Roll Stabilization and Electronic Damper Control for better handling.
How to Replace a CAT Converter
1. Use a jack to raise the car up. Place two jacks on the front and two on the back. Ensure the car is stabilized by using jack stands with the jack support points.
2. Lubricate both the bolts and clamps so they will be easier to remove. Loosen the bolts with an adjustable wrench, since bolt sizes vary. Remove the bolts and put them somewhere safe.
3. Remove the heat shield and clamps. Shake the catalytic converter slightly and pull it from the pipes. In some occurrences, you may need to use a rubber mallet and tap on the converter to release it.
4. Check the connecting pipes for damage. If you see damage, you might need to replace the pipes, while a small crack or puncture can be replaced with an exhaust patch kit you can purchase at an automotive store.
5. Attach the new converter to the exhaust pipe that comes from the front of the vehicle. You may need to use the rubber mallet to ensure that the converter is securely fastened. Align the exhaust pipe from the vehicles rear with the catalytic converters back hole. It may require pushing the pipe back to get it fixed. When it is properly aligned, push the pipe one inch into the converter.
6. Put the heat plate back on, if you removed one, then replace and secure the bolts. Come out from under the car then start the engine. See if the new converter is leaking. Most leaks occur where the exhaust pipes meet the converter. Should you see a leak, you will need to use the automotive exhaust patch kit to patch it up.
7. Remove the jack stands and lower the vehicle. Write the date of the replacement in your auto maintenance manual. Some states, like California, require this information with auto inspections.
8. Check to see your states requirements for disposing of catalytic converters. Some states require you to take it to an approved location for disposal. You can find this by contacting a local auto store or mechanic.
A Great Performer Bajaj Avenger Bike
Bajaj Bikes in India are known for its reliability and trustworthy 2 wheeler brand. All Bajaj vehicles run on petrol and gives decent mileage. It is the very old 2 wheeler company in India and knows the every pulse of the Indian 2 wheeler market. They launched the products with new enthusiasm and used the advanced and cutting edge technology.
Bajaj bikes have the full price range and targets the all market segments of the consumers. If you want the budget bike with great performance then Bajaj Pulsar and Bajaj Discover is here for you these both bikes are successfully on the Indian roads and suits to the pockets of Indian consumer to some extent. If you want the bike with excellent performance, amazing looks and top-notch features then go for the Bajaj Avenger bikes.
Bajaj Avenger bikes are blend of comfort, convenience, safety, style and performance. Bajaj Avenger provides the comfortable and relaxed ride for driver with its Forward foot riding posture. Its saddle height and broad saddle seat offers the fatigue free riding. The bike is loaded with excellent Road holding attributes like Wide tyres at front and rear good for the better grip.
Bajaj Avenger bikes are good for hassle free driving with Push button indicator cancellation, Low Battery level indicator. It includes some safety features like Confidence inspiring brakes and Modified rear brake arrangement which make your ride more exciting and fast. The bike is powered by the 4 stroke DTSi 220 CC engine and gives the great pick up with better fuel efficiency.
The bike is available in few vibrant colors such as Plasma Blue, Cocktail Wine Red, Mist Grey Silver and Midnight Black. Bajaj Avenger bikes provide astonishing power of 19.01 Ps without compromising on mileage. It is a low cruiser with chrome body and stylish looks. The cost of the Bajaj Avenger bike in India is near about Rs. 70000 and also varies upon the dealers location.
The price of the bike will easily suits to the pockets of Indian consumers and its gives you the real value for money. Currently, Delhi has the lowest, and Mumbai the highest on-road prices for Bajaj Avenger.
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