07-20-2007, 06:51 PM
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: saratoga,
ca
Cobra Make, Engine: Kirkham #185, Shelby Alloy 482; sold
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Originally Posted by ENTDOC
the overheating issue for properly built big blocks is nil, that should not be an issue, same for reliability, a well built FE has no more reliablity problems than a windsor. The weight issue is also overblown now that aluminum parts are so common. Cost is a legitimate concern,Fe's cost a lot. Well built small blocks are also great motors, just not in 427 cobras ,only in FIA's.
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I agree, overheating has never been an issue, even 96 degree track days.
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Dave
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