[Turk]

I'm about to embark on building a new 427 SO with Tunnel Port Heads. I have read the pros and cons, about streetablity of such an engine. I realize it would do better at higher RPMs on the track than it would on the street.

Let's assume that I am bent on doing this, because I do have the block and the crank and the intake(s).

I am willing to listen (for a change) to others who had experience with this engine in a Cobra.
427 crank or 428. Stroked or not? 10,11,12,13 to 1 compression? Cam specs, carburation etc.

I do realize I am nt being practical, and my intent is to have a car that can be driven (with some diffiulty) and idles somewhat without shaking every nut and bolt loose. The bragging rights of a TP engine is probably what motivates me rather than the practicality of one.

I currently have 427 Sideoiler, LR, with dual Holleys. I would like for this to be heads and shoulders above that one, in peformance.

I am getting ready to sit down with a well respected engine builder for this project. I tought tapping into the experience of others in here couldn't hurt.

Yes, I know, it is more than I need, what is the point? and all that. let's assume I am stubborn enough to do it, what is the best way to do is is what I am after.

Please make your suggestions without any regard to raining on my parade. 600HP is the target without Nitrous.

I have every manifold made for this engine, which one should I use?

Thanks.

TURK