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Old 09-12-2003, 04:09 PM
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Todd

Here goes the fireworks!!

It depends on the style of cobra you buy. The slab side 289 style is great for a small block, but if you opt for the 427 SC style only an FE big block will do.

When I first built my car ( a 427 SC style), I put a 351w in it. At the car shows and cruises, the guys in the know would try to educate me and snidley quip " that isn't a 427" referring to the engine. I decided to take the 351 out and replace it with an FE. I sold the 351 to a kid with a Mustang. My wife just didn't understand why I had to take out a perfectly good engine and replace it with a more expensive one. I told her she wouldn't understand that it was a guy thing !! I could tell she wasn't satisfied with that answer but she has never bugged me about it again. I have a very understanding wife. I count myself blessed.

Paul
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