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11-06-2009, 01:18 PM
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New Toy
Since it is pretty quiet on here I thought I would post some pics of my new project. Getting the Cobra painted will be put on hold for a while....
It is a Ski Wake boat hull with Easytow trailer. Much like building a cobra without the ADR hassles!
Currently looking for an LS1 to drop into it.
Ben
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11-06-2009, 06:03 PM
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nice, looks like fun project. What sort of budget is needed to build one of them?
Looks like the cats found himself a new home as well!
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11-06-2009, 09:44 PM
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Nice project Ben.
Please keep a thread going with updates as it would be great to see it progress.
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11-07-2009, 12:19 AM
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Go the Ford Ben!
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11-07-2009, 02:41 AM
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ah very nice  ... just cant help yourself can you
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11-07-2009, 02:58 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: RMC . 393 Dart alloy block Stroked 351 alloy heads ..all the goodies plus a pre oiler. al
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Go the Ford Ben!
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CORRECT...how about a 351 Cleveland alloy block (DART) stroked to 393 and run it on gas (make the cat fart in a bottle) It'll run like a top and drink like a nun. |
11-07-2009, 03:49 AM
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CORRECT...how about a 351 Cleveland alloy block (DART) stroked to 393 and run it on gas (make the cat fart in a bottle) It'll run like a top and drink like a nun.
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11-07-2009, 03:51 AM
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Hey that was going to be my line ....
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11-07-2009, 02:15 PM
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The budget is about $30K including everything.
We could go a lot cheaper by not using a gearbox and running an old school engine but I think it is worth going the Gen III engine for power and fuel efficiency.
Cheers,
Ben
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11-07-2009, 03:40 PM
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Looks great Ben, not much use for it out where I live though, so dont bring it out here.
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11-26-2009, 03:53 AM
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Here is an update, I have been able to sneak some time for assembly.
Tow hook, grab rails and fuel filler fitted.
Cup holders are in. 7 total should be enough!
Gauges purchased from the US and trial fitted
Exhaust outlets fitted
Second hand LS1 with loom and computer picked up on ebay for $2100.
Modified sump and pick up ready to go on.
Now comes the harder bits!
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11-26-2009, 10:10 PM
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The steering wheel looks a bit small in youir first picture 
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11-26-2009, 10:15 PM
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If you don't mind me asking, where did you get the sump and how much was it??
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11-26-2009, 11:36 PM
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Hello Bobby,
I think it is a modified Firebird sump.
I bought it from Kincaid Marine in Melb for about $900 I think.
Cheers,
Ben
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11-27-2009, 01:14 AM
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WADDYA MEAN ? A 393 cu in aluminium block based on a Cleveland engine is a work of art. It would produce about 500 hp and be lighter than a cast block |
11-27-2009, 02:08 AM
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I was joking!!!! That LS1 is such an ugly motor - I just can't look any more ....
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11-27-2009, 10:26 PM
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The LS1 is certainly not a pretty engine, but then again it is under a cover anyway.
The Cleveland sounds great until you get the bill...
I figure about 350+ Hp from my $2100 motor will do just fine, and give fuel economy too.
Ben
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11-28-2009, 12:00 AM
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I am sure it will go like a train Ben. what kind of cooling system will you use?
Merv
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11-28-2009, 02:21 AM
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I know less about boats than I do about cars, but that boat of yours looks great, well done.
Regards.
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04-18-2010, 08:52 PM
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I thought I might update progress on the Ski boat.
Engine, gearbox, shaft and prop are in. Sideshow has started on the wiring. Still lots to do.
I will probably slow down on the boat for a month or two to get back onto the Cobra for a while.
Ben
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