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Bill,

Considering that you're entering the Cobra world, why are you not considering the venerable and bullet-proof top-loader? A close ratio with 3:31 rear is hard to beat and provides very short, precise shifts.

IMO, the only downside would be if you intend to do a lot of extended highway cruising above 70mph. The motor will turn slightly over 3K (which is OK), but the noise may get to you after a while.