How many LS7s are out there?

Heidelberg · #1 (**permalink**) 02-02-2008, 04:00 PM

Hi all,

I'm curious, how many LS7's are out there either up and running or in the construction phase?

I've taken the plunge and would like to hear from any others who have gone the LS7 route...

Regards.....Paul

alffie · #2 (**permalink**) 02-02-2008, 04:15 PM

I ve got one. dont know of any other Cobras out there, has yours arrived yet? Howd ya go with your T56?

Philm · #3 (**permalink**) 02-02-2008, 04:54 PM

I think there are just too many LS7s out there and there use in Cobras should be banned

Seriously, the ultimate cobra combo, LS7, Tko 600, 9inch and a big set of balls.

Phil

Rebel1 · #4 (**permalink**) 02-02-2008, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Philm

Seriously, the ultimate cobra combo, LS7, Tko 600, 9inch and a big set of balls.

Phil

I'll second that

...actually a healthy LS2 with good heads, nice cam and valve springs would be the goods. $hitload cheaper

Hang on ..... That's wot I've got in the L76.

coco_cobra · #5 (**permalink**) 02-02-2008, 05:40 PM

phil i agree and all of them use top loader and 9inch why 2 make them stronger they have nothing like a 9inch nad top loader

acecob · #6 (**permalink**) 02-02-2008, 09:39 PM

ask me

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pneall · #7 (**permalink**) 02-03-2008, 06:55 PM

Rebel,

I'll let you know how good that L76 combo is in two weeks

Slow 427 reckons its awesome

Regards,

Phil

alffie · #8 (**permalink**) 02-04-2008, 12:53 PM

Heidlberg
Are you using the GM oil tank and ECU? Did you get the maffless tune aswell?

ptrefry · #9 (**permalink**) 02-04-2008, 02:39 PM

If you can keep a LS7 on the road or in a straight line, i take my hat off to you. Too much power and a short wheel base doesnt equate to a good car. Ask any race driver .
But it does make tyre companies VERY happy.
And as for Ford 9 inch diff's as good as they are the housings do break very easily.

Rebel1 · #10 (**permalink**) 02-04-2008, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by pneall

Rebel,

I'll let you know how good that L76 combo is in two weeks

Slow 427 reckons its awesome

Regards,

Phil

Phil, I'm really looking forward to some-one posting their impressions.

Have you changed cams to take advantage of those nice heads?.

I've been told they can get a bit breathless above 5000RPM because of the tiny cam but that came from a ford mechanic so dunno if it's true.

pneall · #11 (**permalink**) 02-04-2008, 06:49 PM

Les,

Yes have fitted cam and hoping for around 420 RWHP and an engine with very different torque characteristics compared to the LS1.

Phil

Rebel1 · #12 (**permalink**) 02-04-2008, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by pneall

Les,

Yes have fitted cam and hoping for around 420 RWHP and an engine with very different torque characteristics compared to the LS1.

Phil

NICE ...

Phil, I can hardly wait for your impressions.

Cheers
Les

sambo · #13 (**permalink**) 02-04-2008, 07:07 PM

I second that one Les... not sure I've heard any feedback on this forum from an L76/98 Cobra owner.

Rebel1 · #14 (**permalink**) 02-04-2008, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by sambo

I second that one Les... not sure I've heard any feedback on this forum from an L76/98 Cobra owner.

Sambo, I have no doubts the L76 will prove to be more than a stout performer.

I also have a cam change planned after rego but I'm real eager to hear about the torque characteristics.

I'm a little different to most of the L76 owners cuz my diff is a 3.31 behind a TR600, 5 speed.

I think most here are running the T56 and diffs lower ( higher numerically) than 3.5X.

Cheers

ptrefry · #15 (**permalink**) 02-04-2008, 09:08 PM

I have a L76 in a classic revival with a cam and a few other bits and may i tell you they pull like a freight train FOREVER !!
671 N.M @168KPH
313.6 rwkw @196KPH

Rebel1 · #16 (**permalink**) 02-04-2008, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ptrefry

I have a L76 in a classic revival with a cam and a few other bits and may i tell you they pull like a freight train FOREVER !!
671 N.M @168KPH
313.6 rwkw @196KPH

Thanks for that ptrefry, appreciate the comments.

What rear gears you running?

Cheers

john chesnut · #17 (**permalink**) 02-05-2008, 07:19 AM

I am finishing a Cobra with aluminum backbone chassis, carbon fiber body, LS6 engine, T56 trans, Corvette Diff 3:42 gear converted to accept a driveshaft, and Corvette independent suspension. I am planning to put an LS7 in a second one but with a Daytona coupe body. The body is a fiberglass carbon fiber hybrid. It has a layer of glass to prevent print through and then a layer of carbon fiber for strength, stiffness, and to keep everything light. The finished car weighs 1900lbs. I'll let you know how it goes. I will be selling this car as a kit. Obviously a Ford engine can be used too.

ptrefry · #18 (**permalink**) 02-07-2008, 03:19 PM

Im using standard AU IRS falcon diff.