Hi,
I live in El Dorado Hills, 20 miles east of Sacramento in California.

I just purchased a 2002 Unique 427 Cobra that was one of the Cobras built and given away for the DIY Network "Build a Kit Car" series.

Here's some info on this Cobra:
- Ford 302/331 roller/stroker engine rated at 435 hp
- original Shelby 2x4 dual-four intake configuration
- new Holley carbs
- Ford SVO GT40 aluminum cylinder heads
- AccuSump oil protection system
- Aviad pan
- remote oil cooler with stainless lines
- Ford toploader 4-speed gearbox
- Jaguar 3.31:1-ratio IRS
- Compomotive wheels
- bumper(s) upgrade
- quad-bar trailing-arm option
- ceramic-coated headers & sidepipes

A few questions right off the bat, if you don't mind...

1. I'd like to run my Cobra at track days with a local club (Northern CA Racing Club) and they require that all cars pass the "broomstick test."

Unfortunately, my helmet does not fit under a broomstick placed between the top of the roll bar and the top of the windshield.

Any suggestions on how to satisfy this provision?...e.g. extend current roll bar somehow, where to purchase a taller replacement bar, etc.

2. Is a removable hard top recommended? How is it connected to the Cobra? Will it interfere with the tonneau cover connectors? Does it provide protection in the event of a rollover?

3. Anyone know where I can get a copy of the DIY "Build a Kit Car" shows?

Thanks!
Jim Millington

Here's a picture of my 2002 Unique 427 Cobra: