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Vettester,
I did not realize that the Cobras N Vettes was your business venture. I wrongly assumed that you were posting info from a manufacturer you found or knew.
You information does seem pretty accurate. I would say that if you stay in the 74 to 77 years that the donor cost will definitely be lower. 68 thru 73s are starting to see substandial increases in value.
Vette Brakes, Great company! I have a set of calibers cores to send to them today. They offer top shelf items. A C3 frame outfitted with their Performance Plus Suspension Kit would offer a great handling, and exceptional performance. It is surely a far cry from a standard old C3 suspension. A wise choice to say the least!
A question? What do you do with the u joints in the rear? I assume that they are still used? As you are aware they are the weakest part of the drive train. Even using Brute Force Joints will limit the HP & Torque they can with stand.
If you notice a large number of Corbra owners like their big number engines. (hp & torque). I am certainly not an expert on this topic, but I would say that once you reach 325 RHP you may run into problems.
If you use your donor's engine & trans, that seems to be a plus.
A standard T-10 or Munce will take a lot of abuse and still hold up. The 350 or 400 can certainly be rebuilt and upgraded to match about anything the SBC will subject it too. I suspect that most of your donors will be L48s, maybe an a few L82s. This will limit your performance pontential, being only a two bolt main block, but still will fulfill all the power this car should ever require.
Would I like to drive one? You know I would!!
Take care and good luck,
Bud
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