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Old 04-22-2004, 12:48 PM
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Some of the F A S T E S T Cobra's I race against are small blocks (they usually win with around 400hp). Particularly the 393 stroker. If I had it to do over again I would definitly go with a small block stroker.

You will be able to spin your wheels whatever you go with.

Some things you may want to consider are:

1. How much freeway time will you have and at what speed do you intend to travel. (rear gear selection and RPM maintenance)

2. Drag race or road race (completly different set ups)

3. How important is fuel economy

4. Higher hp usually requires higher octane fuel (100+ octane) and makes frequent pleasure trips expensive @ $3.35 gal

I may not be exactly right on all of this but most of the points are in the ball park.

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