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jbcobra67 12-04-2014 07:34 AM
Australia has HP limits?

lovehamr 12-04-2014 09:53 AM
Jay, what wheels is he running to use the billboards?


BTW Gary, this statement "You cannot own AND drive something like that 800 hp Cobra in Australia. Period." We see as just another reason not to live in Oz. I can't believe all the crap you guys have to go through for your gov.

Cashburn 12-04-2014 10:16 AM
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Originally Posted by lovehamr (Post 1328503)
Jay, what wheels is he running to use the billboards?
Those are the original 15s Backdraft supplied on cars about 4 years ago (factory closed). The Billboards required a bunch of work to fit and turn etc.

Bernica 12-04-2014 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Cashburn (Post 1328504)
Those are the original 15s Backdraft supplied on cars about 4 years ago (factory closed). The Billboards required a bunch of work to fit and turn etc.
Are they pin drive knock-off wheels or lugs? And how bullet-proof are the rear axles, rear end and drive train? Torque like that can do evil things to those parts, especially with sticky tires.:eek:

But then, you already know that. Just curious...

Cashburn 12-04-2014 11:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Bernica (Post 1328506)
Are they pin drive knock-off wheels or lugs? And how bullet-proof are the rear axles, rear end and drive train? Torque like that can do evil things to those parts, especially with sticky tires.:eek:

But then, you already know that. Just curious...
They are the standard BDR style knockoffs (in the rear they are directly bolted to the half shafts). The suspension is all solid mounted or rollerized (no rubber or poly here), half shafts are by the Drive Shaft Shop and the diff is custom built by Diffsonline. So it should all be good for atleast a couple rips **)

itstock 12-04-2014 12:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Gaz64 (Post 1328476)
I don't intend on ever owning a Nissan Leaf.

I've owned 400hp cars, I've owned a 270kph Superkart, have driven 600hp cars, mechanic for over 30 years. You cannot own AND drive something like that 800 hp Cobra in Australia. Period.

Good luck to those who think they can.
YOU can not, and why not specifically in Australia? I daily drove a 700rwhp car with zero issues for 3 years here in the US, including in the snow.

So for those of us that can and do, thanks for wishing us....luck. Really, it is not needed. A little bit of common sense is all that is necessary.

I bet Jays 800rwhp backdraft has better street manners than most 400hp Cobras do. Does that chap your ass or what?

GaryT 12-04-2014 02:35 PM
What are the details of the engine or is there another thread that covers it?

Cashburn 12-04-2014 02:58 PM
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Originally Posted by GaryT (Post 1328529)
What are the details of the engine or is there another thread that covers it?
It's a Ford Racing Aluminator NA Crate Engine with a VMP Stage 3 Gen2 supercharger kit running a little over 16psi boost. Using E85 to run it for the enhanced cooling effect. Tuning was done in house with Lund Racing making remote adjustments.

Bernica 12-04-2014 03:06 PM
Love that Coyote motor! Now I just need to find my '61 Starliner and buy it back. Then I will be seeking advice from you Cashburn.

Cashburn 12-04-2014 03:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Bernica (Post 1328533)
Love that Coyote motor! Now I just need to find my '61 Starliner and buy it back. Then I will be seeking advice from you Cashburn.
Take out the towers :D

Bernica 12-04-2014 04:36 PM
Yup, I know! It would be a project for sure. Pretty much like putting a Cammer in, but it has been done before.

Bernica 12-04-2014 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Cashburn (Post 1328538)
Take out the towers :D
Not wanting to hijack this thread, so I will find you later.

This thread is about an 800hp Monster that will, IMHO twist alot of metal and beat hard parts to death. Just looks like lots of maintenance to me.

That's what the customer wanted, so that's what he got.;)

twobjshelbys 12-04-2014 06:21 PM
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Originally Posted by lovehamr (Post 1328503)
Jay, what wheels is he running to use the billboards?


BTW Gary, this statement "You cannot own AND drive something like that 800 hp Cobra in Australia. Period." We see as just another reason not to live in Oz. I can't believe all the crap you guys have to go through for your gov.
On the contrary. If you carefully parse it the combination of driving and owning is excluded. The combination of not owning and not driving makes no sense, but what about owning and not driving and driving and not owning? :)

Mark IV 12-05-2014 05:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Cashburn (Post 1328538)
Take out the towers :D
Big Fords of the 60's do not have shock towers......there is plenty of room as the 427 Cammer bolted right in...............

twin turbo 12-05-2014 09:23 AM
Sounds great! I think he'll find he is going to need drag radials on the back. Cheers.

Large Arbor 12-05-2014 02:35 PM
I would likely ignore the hater comments. Everyone has a right to build what they want. At the London show I had an SPF parked next to me with a 525 CI pushing 750 HP and a few cars back a FF that was a twin turbo putting out nearly 1,000 HP. Build what you want and drive it safely!

Phil

damage 12-05-2014 03:50 PM
A lot people that supposedly know a lot more then me told me I wouldn't get my Kirkham registered with a Cammer down here in OZ.

Proved them wrong this week, guess I knew more then they thought. LOL

Gaz64 12-05-2014 07:43 PM
Every country has it's own laws for vehicle modification. Then there is the inspecting officers interpretation of said laws.
I've seen many cars get registered and wonder how. It's then only a matter of time before a police officer shows interest.
In Australia at least, there is modification limits. I'd like to have a WRX with 900hp, or a 2010 Camaro with roughly the same.
What I'd like and what is allowed are completely different, and I abide by that.
I value my own life, the lives of my fellow passengers, and all other road users.


End of debate for me.

Back to topic.

RodKnock 12-05-2014 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by Gaz64 (Post 1328687)
I value my own life, the lives of my fellow passengers, and all other road users.
Oy vey. I'm not sure what the point is here, but it sounds like the holier than thou "double roll bar" or the "I live my life perfectly safe and can do no wrong" argument I so much enjoy and love.

Please spare us, because I'm sure you always make sure your brakes, tires and other safety equipment on all your cars need nothing, you and your family drive the safest vehicles available on the road today with latest safety equipment, you don't drink alcohol or sugary drinks or smoke or run yellow and/or red lights, floss and brush your teeth, make sure everyone in your family sees the dentist and doctor on a regular basis, exercise daily, eat a low fat low carb diet, etc.

I could on and on about how we all take chances daily with our lives as well as the lives of others, except me of course. :) So please don't preach.

itstock 12-06-2014 05:46 AM
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Originally Posted by RodKnock (Post 1328692)
Oy vey. I'm not sure what the point is here, but it sounds like the holier than thou "double roll bar" or the "I live my life perfectly safe and can do no wrong" argument I so much enjoy and love.

Please spare us, because I'm sure you always make sure your brakes, tires and other safety equipment on all your cars need nothing, you and your family drive the safest vehicles available on the road today with latest safety equipment, you don't drink alcohol or sugary drinks or smoke or run yellow and/or red lights, floss and brush your teeth, make sure everyone in your family sees the dentist and doctor on a regular basis, exercise daily, eat a low fat low carb diet, etc.

I could on and on about how we all take chances daily with our lives as well as the lives of others, except me of course. :) So please don't preach.
He lives in Brisbane so he is more likely to be injured from one of their wild creepy crawlies than anything else. :eek:


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