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Old 02-06-2004, 05:20 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft Racing, 351W
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Dean,

Legroom; We have a 92" wheelbase Backdraft Racing replica. It's far more comfortable for me than any 90" car I've sat in or driven. I'm 6'-2", 240#'s. Although I know very tall guys that own 90" cars.

Rear Suspension: I prefer the handling and ride of IRS. We've been in our car 6 to 8 hours at a time and don't feel beat up.

Windsor vs. Cleveland: In 1971 there was no question the Cleveland was the engine of choice. Today, IMHO, that's reversed. The options out there for Windsors that make huge power are vast. You can also stick with a 351W and with heads, cam, pistons, fasteners, intake, carb, ignition, you can make a respectable amount of power very inexpensively (relatively speaking).

Good luck, and have fun shopping!
John
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