Have you checked out the local Cobra Club yet? I believe they try to meet once a month on a Saturday morning. Check out this site to see where they are meeting up next.
http://www.clubcobra.com/forums/texas-cobra-club/

Also, the Texas Cobra Meet is coming up soon and it is an amazing place to check out the cars and meet some folks.
http://www.texascobrameet.com

I have not made one of the local events yet, but I did go to San Marcos event at the beginning of my build and it was very helpful (and fun).

I'm on the other side of DFW in Parker (north of Dallas). I would be more than happy to let you check out my build and answer your questions as best that I can.
I may even have a Body Buck that you can have if you're interested.

Just PM me if you are.

Richard