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macloft 09-19-2012 07:37 PM
Fia v 427
 
I am interested in any performance differences between an FIA v 427.
I realise that this also comes down to engine selections suspension set ups etc however there appear to be a fair few FIAs being built right now.
Are you guys building them because of the look or is there something else that draws u to an FAI over a 427.
Do u notice a difference in a smaller body, would it handle a hill climb course better?
Thanks

tkb289 09-19-2012 09:31 PM
Good question ...

In my case I went for the FIA based on the looks, not the performance. With the different Cobra manufacturers, suspension setups & motor builders there are a lot of variables.

Even a mild street build Cobra is quick, I think the choice comes down to personal preference. Based on what's out there, the 427 SC is the most popular by wide margin.

All things being equal, I would bet a small block 289 would do better on a road course and a 427 better on the drag strip ... but on the street what really matters is what you like to look at and drive.

Just my .02

mrmustang 09-20-2012 03:26 AM
Quote:
Originally Posted by macloft (Post 1211702)
I am interested in any performance differences between an FIA v 427.
I realise that this also comes down to engine selections suspension set ups etc however there appear to be a fair few FIAs being built right now.
Are you guys building them because of the look or is there something else that draws u to an FAI over a 427.
Do u notice a difference in a smaller body, would it handle a hill climb course better?
Thanks
Having owned several 427's (Contemporary, ERA, SPF, FFR, Unique) I wanted something different, the FIA to me is a different breed all together. Sleek lines, swoopy surfaces (not that the 427 does not have them as well, just different), and stands out from the pack of 427's I usually hang out with.Ride quality is about the same, but the small block based weight differences can be felt both on the street and on the track. A far more easy going car that does not have to prove itself to anyone but yourself.

Bill S.

elmariachi 09-20-2012 01:43 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by macloft (Post 1211702)
Do u notice a difference in a smaller body, would it handle a hill climb course better?Thanks
Why, have you found a hill down there on the border? :LOL::LOL::LOL::LOL:

Jim

macloft 09-20-2012 05:20 PM
The freeway bridge is the biggest hill we got down here on the border Jim.
All I can do is dream and look at cars like yours over the net. Bloody frustrating
Cheers

MRGEORGE077 09-20-2012 06:34 PM
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Originally Posted by macloft (Post 1211824)
The freeway bridge is the biggest hill we got down here on the border Jim.
All I can do is dream and look at cars like yours over the net. Bloody frustrating
Cheers
Got a speeding ticket coming off that old bridge a few years back, T Y south Texas. I have had a number of big block cars over the years and all were fire breathing beast. Loved it!! But take one on a long trip and they will ware you out and bet you up. So that is one reason that I went with a CSX 8000 car with a nice HI PRO 289 running 2 /4 br. carbs tied to a 4 speed, just like the one I saw in 65 rolling along in the Hill Country, near Johnson City....


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