d4's PACE 427 Build Thread

[TheDoc]

Hi d4,

Any decisions on engine choice after all the agonising.

Just started my PACE 427 build last week but already struggling with an engine choice. I too was set on a 351w but have had second thoughts. There are a few long motors around for under 5k easy but by the time I sourced an intake set for 95 mustang (for QLD compliance) and then considered a MASflo aftermarket EFI setup post rego to improve the looks the costs start to build.

The coyote is starting to look pretty good except that I lose my old school look.

Anyone looked at the Boss 302 crate for their cobra? At 444hp may be a little much for me as someone who will just enjoy some cruising on a weekend.

[damage]

There's a crowd in the states that do bolt ons for the coyote to make it look like a cammer if you want that sort of old school look.

[d488y2]

Originally Posted by TheDoc

Hi d4,

Any decisions on engine choice after all the agonising.

Just started my PACE 427 build last week but already struggling with an engine choice. I too was set on a 351w but have had second thoughts. There are a few long motors around for under 5k easy but by the time I sourced an intake set for 95 mustang (for QLD compliance) and then considered a MASflo aftermarket EFI setup post rego to improve the looks the costs start to build.

The coyote is starting to look pretty good except that I lose my old school look.

Anyone looked at the Boss 302 crate for their cobra? At 444hp may be a little much for me as someone who will just enjoy some cruising on a weekend.

I'm still undecided on an engine, but have started leaning towards a Coyote over a 351. Ask me the same question in 3 months time an it could be a 351, LS3 or LS7. Once I get the kit and start working with my Engineer I will make a final decision on an engine.

[albanycobra]

you're in VIC get a 351 and club rego, only go a Coyote if you need to pass emissions.

[Dimis]

Originally Posted by albanycobra

you're in VIC get a 351 and club rego, only go a Coyote if you need to pass emissions.

Another consideration might also be return on investment...
At some point you (or your kin) WILL eventually have to sell it.

A complied fully registered car with a coyote (or LS) would be easier to sell across state lines than one that has a 351 carb engine.

I don't think its as easy a choice as it presents on face value.

Personally, If you asked me today and I had a bottomless pit of cash, in an Absolute Pace kit I'd probably put a coyote "cammer mock" as per the pick above.

It looks sweet, the badge fits, is plenty powerful enough and will fool the 99% that don't know the difference. My 2nd choice probably an LS7, cos the number matches. But that's just me...