[Streetwize]

Well being the Thread topic is '427 Windsor stroker' it's what I replied to.

This is all my opinion only:

The Heat of an FE would be more in reference to its larger proportions which put the engine in closer proximity to the footboxes and Firewall, not related to its BTU output for a given HP.

for a street Cobra Replica the lighter weight of the smallblock somewhat offsets the typically heavier fiberglass replica bodyweight vs a factory Cobra aluminum skin, an FE only makes a heavier replica even heavier all else being equal.

As for the Valve covers on my motor? They were gifted to me (someone assumed it was an FE 427) so I used them.

Im just stating I am very happy with my motor and the car's reliability and performance. Period.