Ok, here is another can of worms

Bob In Ct · #1 (**permalink**) 08-24-2010, 11:19 AM

RodKnock:
I have an early SPF with a Windsor engine. I had it weighed on a certified scale and it came in at 2,600 pounds. How does Kirkham build a big block at 2,128 pounds?

Bob

RodKnock · #2 (**permalink**) 08-24-2010, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Bob In Ct

RodKnock:
I have an early SPF with a Windsor engine. I had it weighed on a certified scale and it came in at 2,600 pounds. How does Kirkham build a big block at 2,128 pounds?

Bob

I think that most newer Kirkhams with their billet aluminum suspension, all-aluminum big block, QT bellhousing, aluminum rear end, etc. come in around 2,150 lbs. My Kirkham was weighed and corner balanced.

From the Kirkham website, about the 7th paragraph down, you will see their mention of weight:

http://www.kirkhammotorsports.com/wh...ase-a-kirkham/

stimpy · #3 (**permalink**) 08-24-2010, 11:27 AM

I live in Marin so if I can I was planning on attending the SAAC thing this weekend.

As for SB100, I have been looking at it for a while and I think I understand the process.

Obviously an already registered car would be a plus, but it doesn't sound like it is that bad these days, again with the economy looking soft the State needs the $ and I hear there are still numbers left from 2010.

Next spring sounds perfect, that way I can really do the work and I don't have to WISH I was driving it in the rain...

Thanks again for all the great stuff, I will try to meet you guys at SAAC if I can.

RodKnock · #4 (**permalink**) 08-24-2010, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by stimpy

I live in Marin so if I can I was planning on attending the SAAC thing this weekend.

As for SB100, I have been looking at it for a while and I think I understand the process.

Obviously an already registered car would be a plus, but it doesn't sound like it is that bad these days, again with the economy looking soft the State needs the $ and I hear there are still numbers left from 2010.

Next spring sounds perfect, that way I can really do the work and I don't have to WISH I was driving it in the rain...

Thanks again for all the great stuff, I will try to meet you guys at SAAC if I can.

I forgot to mention that there's a North Bay group too. They usually meet around the Petaluma area, but they do get down to Marin county as well.

Mark Thompson · #5 (**permalink**) 08-24-2010, 12:34 PM

A properly set up big block is not overpowered and the big block suits the character of the car very well. "Cobras" are brutish cars, and the mad dog power at all rpm of the 427 works well. I have driven a small block car extensively and while fun it is not as thrilling. Throttle modulation is necessary, but also a good life skill.

Mark

BT SNAKE · #6 (**permalink**) 08-24-2010, 01:05 PM

All good points were made here concerning Big Block, Small Black, Alloy, and Fiberglass. But the one thing you haven't mentioned is what you want to do with a Cobra. Are you a competitor or are you gonna throw a lawn chair in the back and do the show thing. Are there plans for some long trips?. If so gas mileage is an issue as well as how far on a tank you can go with a big block.
Either way these cars are a hoot to drive and they command respect regardless of Big or Small Block.

Hersh

rodneym · #7 (**permalink**) 08-24-2010, 01:24 PM

BT Snake makes a good point.
And if you love sports cars like Porsches, you better spend some time in a Cobra BEFORE peeling off those hundreds.
rodneym

RodKnock · #8 (**permalink**) 08-24-2010, 01:41 PM

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Originally Posted by BT SNAKE

Are there plans for some long trips?. If so gas mileage is an issue as well as how far on a tank you can go with a big block. Hersh

The Kirkham Cobra has a 30-gallon tank standard as well as an optional 42-gallon tank.

As many of us have said here before, if gas mileage is an issue, then buy a Toyota Prius, Chevy Volt or a Nissan Leaf. You would fit in just fine in my neighborhood and Marin too.

BT SNAKE · #9 (**permalink**) 08-24-2010, 01:57 PM

Not an issue here Rod... I ain't never gonna own a lectric car. Not as long as there is oil.
I knew about the Kirkham tanks. I don't think Ren..auh I mean Stimpy has decided a 100% on a Kirkham yet.

I have a 350Z. Luv driving it but it's two different worlds compared to a Cobra regardless of make.
The Cobra is the switchblade of knives, The Grizzly of bears and the best thrill ride you will ever have on a track.

Hersh