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Old 08-24-2024, 05:19 PM
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Originally Posted by twobjshelbys View Post
I don't understand the obsession with building huge stroked engines. Most people can't safely use what's in a 427 without the rear and front exchanging ends. It'll feel bogged down unless you get the RPMs up and that usually means you'll use mostly 2nd and 3rd gears for most driving. Stay with a stock built for originality. If you want a driveable Cobra for the street get a 289.
Well, every FE I own is stroked, and about 95% of the ones I do for customers are stroked. More inches and can act mild, improve drivability, and in no way are lacking power down low.

However, they are generally in Mustangs, Fairlanes and full-size cars that weigh1500-2000 lbs more.

Just be clear, I have no intention of returning a crazy 650+ screamer to it. I guess the real question is, what's more desirable to Joe Public, a period correct dual quad or a period correct single 4 turkey pan?
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