Mechanical differences between Kirkham & CSX4000

[Jamo]

Not that different...the basic structure and construction are there, other than a few items such as the transmission mounts (both came up with ways to fit something other than a toploader) or the dashboard uprights on the tunnels (Shelby started making theirs removable). Again, as I noted above...it's more a matter of fitments/suppliers. Actually, you could end up with damn near identical cars if you optioned them both with that intent.

Kris worked at Shelby and has built both CSXs and Kirkhams...his word is gospel to those who know more about these damn things than sane folks should. I think a slight miscommunication needs to be assplained: As the term is commonly used, a "roller" is pretty much a complete chassis/body/interior needing an engine/trans/battery. While several Kirkham rollers have been used to create CSXs, as Kris points out, Shelby typically would get the basic Kirkham frame/body/footboxes, etc., and then finish them up depending on the typical Shelby specs of the time (electrics, for example, have changed). Dealers, of course, may add a few things of their own.

They share blood...one of them maintains their blood is a bit more royal. You can find Polish names signed on body panels on all of them.