Wow, this thread is sure a blast from the past. Looks like I started it way back in 2006.
Long story short, I did put together a crate engine specifically designed for the Cobra cars. Ended up calling it the Snakebite package.
Snakebite Crate Engine
Designed specifically for AC Cobra style kit cars, this engine is a true street performer with a broad power band and reliable cross country drivability.
-Choice of 501+/521+/545+ rotating assemblies
-Forged Crank, aircraft certified 4340, internal balance
-Forged 4340 rods with ARP bolts
-Diamond Racing Forged pistons with custom dish
-Diamond Racing file fit plasma moly rings
-Fully prepped factory block
-Ford Racing SCJ/Kaase cylinder heads
-Edelbrock Torker II intake manifold
-Scorpion Racing aluminum roller rocker arms
-Ford Racing polished valve covers
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Oil pan NOT included (will be supplied based on chassis, price varies)
-3/8" custom pushrods
-Lunati solid roller camshaft (custom endurance/street grind)
-Lunati solid roller lifters w/edm oiling
-High flow Dynamics
oil pump
-Power potential 650+ HP at 5800 rpm, 675+ lb/ft at 4500 rpm (dyno tested and proven)
-Premium unleaded pump gas compatible
-Custom options available, just ask
More info is available at the link below: (bottom of the page)
CarsByCarl