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GO NUTS 03-07-2011 01:26 AM
Suitable kit for modern Ford engines
 
Greetings all, this is the first thread I have posted here after much reading and research.

I am trying to decide on the correct kit/engine combination (for me) and certainly would welcome any advice or information. I understand and appreciate the purist version of the AC Cobra but I would personally lean toward a more modern Ford engine, either the 4.6, 5.0 or 5.4L (with supercharger). My delima is finding a kit that will accommodate this physically large engine without intruding into precious foot boxes. Before you say 'use the search button' I have. As I said, any constructive comments would be much appreciated

Cheers
Butch

mrmustang 03-07-2011 03:36 AM
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Originally Posted by GO NUTS (Post 1114379)
Greetings all, this is the first thread I have posted here after much reading and research.

I am trying to decide on the correct kit/engine combination (for me) and certainly would welcome any advice or information. I understand and appreciate the purist version of the AC Cobra but I would personally lean toward a more modern Ford engine, either the 4.6, 5.0 or 5.4L (with supercharger). My delima is finding a kit that will accommodate this physically large engine without intruding into precious foot boxes. Before you say 'use the search button' I have. As I said, any constructive comments would be much appreciated

Cheers
Butch

FFR is the logical choice, although if you throw enough money at Peter/Bob at ERA, they might do another one like mine :D


Bill S.

PS: Check out the following url for a great donor ;)
http://www.clubcobra.com/classifieds...uct=3545&cat=7

GO NUTS 03-07-2011 03:57 AM
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Originally Posted by mrmustang (Post 1114389)
FFR is the logical choice, although if you throw enough money at Peter/Bob at ERA, they might do another one like mine :D


Bill S.

PS: Check out the following url for a great donor ;)
http://www.clubcobra.com/classifieds...uct=3545&cat=7
Hi Bill,

I have been trying to communicate with FFR for some time via email, VERY slow to get answers.. I have chatted with Bob from ERA, unfortunately these engines intrude into their foot boxes but he is apparently getting back to me about exactly how much. Can I ask what they did for you?

Butch

CobraDan 03-07-2011 05:17 AM
http://www.venomxs.com/

digginfool 03-07-2011 05:51 AM
I personally saw a Backdraft TD with a Coyote (5.0) in it. It fit quite well. It did not have the supercharger installed but it looked as though there was plenty of room for it.

CobraDan 03-07-2011 06:00 AM
Backdraft with modular engine
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_COocRcq8SlQ/TO...%20%281%29.JPG

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_COocRcq8SlQ/TO...%20%282%29.JPG

Cashburn 03-07-2011 08:36 AM
Based on your location I see why you are looking to install a modern Ford powerplant. The Backdraft can be ordered to accommodate all the engines you list. Let me know if I can be of further help.

Richard Hudgins 03-07-2011 02:54 PM
Go Nuts,

You might wish to speak with Larry at JBL about the touring roadster design.

See: http://www.jblmotor.com/Touring1.htm

Tenrocca 03-07-2011 05:02 PM
Go Nuts - the DRB (Qld) can fit them in, and they look like a cobra sorta (from a distance if you squint a bit)

Cheers

OZCOBRA 03-07-2011 05:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Tenrocca (Post 1114530)
Go Nuts - the DRB (Qld) can fit them in, and they look like a cobra sorta (from a distance if you squint a bit)

Cheers
:LOL::LOL:...Oh no here we go again!!!!...:eek:

Tenrocca 03-07-2011 05:16 PM
Damn - thought I would get away with that one on this side of the forum :)

1985 CCX 03-07-2011 05:18 PM
FFR :rolleyes:

Tony Ripepi 03-07-2011 05:57 PM
SuperFormance Mark III with the new Coyote Motor.....Look for Lance Standers video clip of him driving one.

A Formidable combination !!!!

TR

GO NUTS 03-07-2011 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by CobraDan (Post 1114398)
Thanks Dan

Butch

GO NUTS 03-07-2011 08:22 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Cashburn (Post 1114429)
Based on your location I see why you are looking to install a modern Ford powerplant. The Backdraft can be ordered to accommodate all the engines you list. Let me know if I can be of further help.
Thanks very much, will do

Butch

GO NUTS 03-07-2011 08:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Richard Hudgins (Post 1114498)
Go Nuts,

You might wish to speak with Larry at JBL about the touring roadster design.

See: http://www.jblmotor.com/Touring1.htm
Cheers Richard, I'll have a read

GO NUTS 03-07-2011 08:29 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Tony Ripepi (Post 1114550)
SuperFormance Mark III with the new Coyote Motor.....Look for Lance Standers video clip of him driving one.

A Formidable combination !!!!

TR
Thank you TR, will check it out

Butch

TN Shelby Cobra 03-08-2011 05:01 PM
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Have you guys looked at the Raybestos Street rod giveaway car? I would like to have the engine in my cobra! Mark

JoeT 03-09-2011 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by GO NUTS (Post 1114390)
Hi Bill,

I have been trying to communicate with FFR for some time via email, VERY slow to get answers..
give them a call. They suck at email, but are awesome at the phone or in person

NFLDMNBB 03-09-2011 01:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Tenrocca (Post 1114533)
Damn - thought I would get away with that one on this side of the forum :)
So what happens if you squint a wee bit looking at a Cobra? **)

I just had to add that! :LOL:


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