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1968 Shelby Cobra Jet 428 Fender Emblem Blueprint S9MS-16C144-A Drawing

Dimensioned blueprint of a Cobra Jet stripe decal showing color layers and measurements with a Shelby Automotive title block.

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This is an original Shelby Automotive, Inc. Product Engineering blueprint (drawing no. S9MS-16C144-A), dated 9-12-68, for the "Cobra Jet Plaque" — the emblem assembly for the front fender sides reading "COBRA 428 JET." The drawing shows the emblem at full size with overall dimensions of 4.66 inches long and 1.40 inches tall at the "428" numerals (.48 tall at the COBRA/JET bars), plus two cross-sections (SEC. A-A and SEC. B-B) at 4x size detailing the layered finish: bright chrome on all raised edges (per spec ESB-MIP24-A), with black enamel fill (spec ESB-M2P2-A) and red fill (spec ESB-M2P2-A). Letters are specified as .28-tall Micrograma font. Mounting is via double adhesive tape P/N ESB-M3G-89A. Material is 903-925 zinc. Notes specify .01 max radius on exterior edges, .03 max radius on interior corners, freedom from burrs and sharp edges, and engineering approval of a sample before production. The drawing carries an ACSCO Products Inc. title block (the emblem manufacturer) and is hand-marked "Obsolete." Useful for restorers verifying authentic 1968 428 Cobra Jet fender emblem dimensions, finishes, and part numbering.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions of the Cobra Jet 428 fender emblem?
Per the drawing, the emblem is 4.66 inches long overall, 1.40 inches tall at the "428" numerals, and .48 inches tall at the COBRA/JET bars, with .28-tall Micrograma letters.
What material is the Cobra Jet plaque made from?
The material block specifies 903-925 zinc.
How is the emblem attached?
A note calls for applying double adhesive tape, part number ESB-M3G-89A.
What finishes are specified for the emblem?
All raised edges are bright chrome per spec ESB-MIP24-A, with black enamel fill and red fill both per spec ESB-M2P2-A.
What is the drawing number and date of this blueprint?
The drawing is Shelby Automotive no. S9MS-16C144-A, titled "Emblem Assy - Frt. Fenders - Side" / "Cobra Jet Plaque," dated 9-12-68, with an ACSCO Products Inc. block. It is hand-marked "Obsolete."

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