Fuel system

Fitting the fuel tank and line is relatively straightforward and as with many other stages of the build I’m using DAX components. Rest assured, this is not just one big ad for the stores department at Harlow, it just makes sense to follow the quickest and safest route to build a Tojeiro. Apart from everything being compatible, any problems you encounter (and there will be some) can be sorted out over the phone.

The fuel supply line was specified at the largest diameter possible. Since my Tojeiro was going to be equipped with a rather large NOS system I needed to ensure that once the juice was switched on there would be no fuel starvation problems.

Power and electrics

Many builders get worried when it comes to electrics, but providing you purchase the correct loom and electrical components there should be no issues. The loom from DAX came complete with comprehensive instructions describing the start and termination of each circuit. Looms vary between Ford and Chevy installations so this has to be considered when ordering. Also opting for the standard lighting kit ensured a stress free installation since all terminals matched the wiring circuits. Side repeaters and a fog light are SVA and MOT requirements and therefore had to be fitted, even though they annoy builders who wish to replicate the original as closely as possible.

Body panels

The doors, boot and bonnet all needed to be hung on the hinges provided. This process required a little patience but as my Tojeiro was being painted, fine shut line adjustment could be left for the paint shop.

Out of all the panels the doors offered up the biggest challenge, requiring a multitude of accurate measurements while fixing the locks. The instruction manual provided guide measurements.


Body furniture

Items such as the bumpers, roll bars, windscreen, side vents etcetera were all trial fitted prior to the body going for paint. As with the locks, this meant any errors could be vanished away using a tub of P45.

This is an expensive stage during any Cobra build. Body furniture can cost a couple of thousand pounds, but as it can either make or break a replica my advice is not to skimp in this area.