Coyote 5.0L in a Kirkham?

[FredBMOC]

I have seen in person the coyote engined Backdraft and even got to see a little of the fabrication that was required to "shoehorn" the coyote engine in there. From what I saw, I believe that it's going to take a lot of work to get the coyote in the Kirkham. The coyote somehow seems to be a huge engine dimension wise and because it's a modern and emissions compliant engine you also need to get sensors to several different places including the exhausts; computer, etc so be prepared for a hefty premium being the first one with that engine.
Good luck on whatever direction you ultimately decide to go.

[Avmaviator]

Originally Posted by FredBMOC

I have seen in person the coyote engined Backdraft and even got to see a little of the fabrication that was required to "shoehorn" the coyote engine in there. From what I saw, I believe that it's going to take a lot of work to get the coyote in the Kirkham. The coyote somehow seems to be a huge engine dimension wise and because it's a modern and emissions compliant engine you also need to get sensors to several different places including the exhausts; computer, etc so be prepared for a hefty premium being the first one with that engine.
Good luck on whatever direction you ultimately decide to go.

Fred, thanks a lot, that is the kind of insight I was looking for. I don't/didn't know if it is a big job, or huge job

[1985 CCX]

Ok, this is a great question however I must say the new motor is really a SOHC look alike and in a Cobra not bad....

With the available cast valve covers, correct period intake and carb it will look like a SOHC even though its new.....

Would I do it? Maybe but sure to do it old school.

[RestoCreations]

I like mod motors and i am currently putting one in a 67 mustang fastback. Its a lot of work, no matter what car you retrofit one into. Sensors, computer, extra wiring, different engine mounts, radiator connections, different length transmission, different length driveshaft, plugs, fittings, etc. etc etc. and that is if you dont go with a supercharged engine. Superchared opens up a whole new can of worms. For the money you would end up spending retrofitting it into a kirkham, you could probably buy an FE with a mass-flo EFi system or fast efi system and have a lot less headaches.
I think the Kirkham cars are works of Art and i would not personally refer to them as "kits". I reserve that term for hand laid fiberglass cars that come in a semi full of boxes with ill fitting parts, ride like a dune buggy, and require donor parts, but that is just me.
Good luck, whatever your decision.