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Since its legendary introduction at the NHRA Winternationals in 1968, Ford’s Cobra Jet Mustang has created a legacy of power, performance and triumph that has carried through the decades.

In 2008, Ford Racing unveiled the 40th Anniversary Cobra Jet Mustang, which promptly lived up to the legend of the original version, duplicating the NHRA Winternationals victory in its inaugural race.

The subsequent 2010 Cobra Jet, built on the 2010 Mustang platform, has been setting class records and is competitive at drag strips across the country.

Today, Ford Racing unveiled the 2012 Cobra Jet Mustang at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) show in Orlando, Fla., and announced the intention to build 50 turn-key 2012 CJ’s. For the first time the Cobra Jet will be available in three color options—Race Red, Grabber Blue and Winner White—and coordinated graphics.

“Ford Racing is proud to build the 2012 Cobra Jet and continue the tradition of delivering turn-key competitive race cars to Ford drag racing enthusiasts,” said George Goddu, Business Manager Ford Racing Performance Group. “With every Cobra Jet build we strive to carry the spirit of the original Cobra Jet while developing the next generation of drag racing icon. The enthusiast who races the 2012 Cobra Jet can be competitive at virtually any event, from their local track up through NHRA Stock or Super Stock classes.”

For decades, the Mustang has been the preeminent car in many forms of racing, including drag racing. The 2008 and 2010 Cobra Jet Mustang added to that legacy with high- profile wins at the NHRA Winternationals and U.S. Nationals, and by setting numerous Stock and Super Stock class records across the country.

The goal for the 2012 Cobra Jet is to build a turn-key race car ready to take its own place in NHRA history. The same as its predecessors in 2008 and 2010 it’s a factory-built race car intended for NHRA Stock and Super Stock racing that can also be campaigned in other racing sanctioning bodies such as NMRA, NMCA, PSCA and IHRA. The 2012 CJ will come with all of the features of the 2010 car including a full race-prepared automatic transmission, drag race-specific shocks and springs, manual steering and brakes, 8.50 certified rollcage, and an Aeromotive return-style fuel system with trunk-mounted fuel cell.

For 2012, the Cobra Jet features a 5.4L supercharged engine based on the 2011 SVT Mustang with two supercharger options, a 2.3 liter TVS unit or a 4.0 liter Ford Racing Whipple supercharger. Each vehicle has an aluminum block engine, standard automatic transmission, double keyed crankshaft, Manley H-beam connecting rods, low-drag racing brakes and optimized spring rates for the front and rear. Additionally the Cobra Jet will feature black anodized Cobra Jet wheels from Weld Racing and a new compound tire with unique Cobra Jet branding from Goodyear.

The same as Ford Racing’s Mustang FR500S and the 2010 Cobra Jet, this ready to race Mustang will get its start at the Auto Alliance International (AAI) assembly plant in Flat Rock, Mich. in the first quarter of 2011. The entire 50-car run of 2012 Cobra Jets will be built on the same production line that produces the 2012 Ford Mustang production car.

The MSRP for the M-FR500-CJ is $91,900 with a fully loaded Cobra Jet priced at $103,980.

For racers who want to build their own cars, there is a Mustang Competition Roller based on the Cobra Jet that is serialized and complete, minus the power train. The third option would be to start with a Mustang Body-In-White or a donor car since nearly all of the CJ components can be found in the Ford Performance Parts catalog found online at fordracingparts.com.

The limited production 2012 Cobra Jet Mustang is available on a first come order, first delivered basis through Ford dealers.

With car thefts on the increase, it’s vital that you protect your car, the car audio system and any goods inside. One of the best security options out there is the car alarm, which deters thefts by emitting a loud, high pitched sound.

There are two types of car alarms currently available – the integrated car alarm (OEM) and the aftermarket alarm, which is installed at a later date.  The OEM car alarm is usually armed or disarmed by pressing the entry remote; however, some models allow you to arm the car by merely shutting the door or disarm as soon as you turn the ignition on. Aftermarket alarms, however, often can only be armed and disarmed by the remote.

Depending on the alarm system, your alarm might go off in different circumstances as it depends on what the alarm is triggered by. For OEM systems, the doors, the boot and the hood, plus, in some vehicles the ignition are monitored for any pressure or force. Some vehicles have an integrated impact sensor, which recognizes any significant impact on the car.

Aftermarket alarms range from very basic models to more complex ones. The basic models monitor vibrations or any surges in electrical current, usually suggesting the boot or a door is being opened; however, this obviously has drawbacks as it presumes any surge or voltage change is someone trying to break in, which is not always the case.  Yet, there are a variety of aftermarket models which are much smarter than their predecessors, as they can sense any force being used on the boot, hood and doors, as well as impact, plus, if the car is being tilted, the glass is broken and motion inside and outside the car.

The main advantage of an aftermarket alarm is that the key remote is universal and can be used on any car. They also have the option of altering trigger inputs, so that the car alarm only goes off when certain triggers occur. Being able to make these adjustments allows you to have much more control over your car alarm. For instance, some sensors on car alarms can be overly sensitive and having control over these can help you avoid those annoying false alarms.

Having a decent car alarm system is vital to protecting your car and your car audio system from theft. It also, however, needs to be just sensitive enough to pick up the signs of anyone breaking in without being too sensitive, so as to avoid false alarms. Some people don’t take car alarms very seriously due to them going off falsely, which sadly means that cars are still stolen, despite the alarm being triggered. A high quality alarm system, however, won’t often incur false alarms, in turn letting you only know when someone is seriously breaking into your car.

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Custom car stereo systems are very vital in ensuring that your entertainment system stays above the rest. You need efficiency and quality from your audio systems and it is therefore necessary to know what these systems are. The source of your entertainment lies in your custom car stereo systems. You can get CD/DVD players, MP3 players and others. All of these components make up the head unit and they all function together to produce the best sounds. If one system is not functioning, it will reflect on the quality of sound the stereo produces and it might not be the sound of your liking. Speakers are the second most important components and they can prove hectic to install but with the right guidelines, you can have the best systems installed to enhance your work.

Amplifiers will enhance your sound and give you more volume. You should be careful while connecting wires to make sure you get the best out of your customized amplifiers. Those low frequencies can be achieved by having customized subwoofers. If properly fitted under the seats and the storage area, they are a good source of bass. They usually need so much power to function than any other system. Certain processors like equalizers and rear speakers may not be necessary if your system is designed in the right way, however certain people like to get them just to enhance their styles and it will not hurt to get them if you are willing to spend the money. 

While getting the systems, you must consider room for future upgrades and you might not require to invest everything on them but over a period of time. Consider brands you would like to have. Alpine, Infinity, Sony, Kenwood and others are among the most popular brands. They might have quality but are a bit more expensive. Smaller brands may also have good qualities and low prices. They however do not always have a superior quality. You must also consider the kinds of stores you are buying from. You need to purchase from a company that is reputable and registered. Another vital aspect to consider is the customer service, terms and conditions of the company. You must have done some survey and research of goods putting you at an advantage because you know what to expect.

Custom car stereo systems need to be installed in a professional manner although you do not always need a professional. You can read through manuals and get to know what it takes. You could also get guides from the internet on step by step instructions of what to do. If you are better suited observing, DVDs are available and you really have no excuse not to install for yourself. If however you need someone to come and do the job quickly for you, get people with the right credentials. There are many mediocre installers who do not know the first thing about proper installation. When you have your custom car stereo system you are confident that it will serve you for along time and the only thing remaining is to enjoy every minute of it.