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I will chime in that, in my opinion, the 351W would make a more suitable engine for the Cobra build. First, it is easier to attain the 400 BHP mark with the 351W and with more torque at lower RPM. For all practical purposes, only the cylinder heads water pump and timing cover are interchangable with the 289/302. Performance parts for the 351W are readily available and not more expensive. Next is the fact that the 351W is much closer to the dimensions of the original 427FE than the 289/302 and, again in my opinion, fills the engine compartment better and looks better nestled in there. Third, if you decide to make your 351W appear more true to original Cobra, there are parts available to make the transformation look believable. The dual quad intake from Price Motorsports is a beautiful piece and accepts Holley carbs and original style 427FE linkage. An original 427FE fuel canister and bracket is easily adapted to the 351W (even the original lower hard fuel line fits perfectly) and, of course, my valve cover adapter plates which allow the use of 427FE pentroof valve covers on the 351W (as well as the 289/302).
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