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TKO v. Toploader
No doubt, the toploader is "correct" and the stronger of the 2 transmissions, but I dediced to go with the TKO II.
The TKO uses the same shifter handle as the toploader and from all outward appearances, would look stock (unless of course you climbed under the car or removed the trans tunnel).
As for strength, the TKO II is rated for up to 475 ft/lbs of torque, which given the light weight of the cobra and the propensity for loss of traction (accidentally of course), will probably be more than enough (this assumes however that you are not drag racing the car and dumping the clutch at 3500 rpm all day long). Plus with the overdrive, you get a nice cruising gear, reduced RPMs, less noise (easier on the ears) and better gas mileage (I know, who cares about gas mileage).
So, unless you are a stickler for originality or intend on doing a lot of racing, I'd say go with the TKO II. That's my .02
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