Thread: I think I'm going to build my first FE
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Old 08-20-2007, 05:54 PM
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FE Gods,

Doug and I have been chatting about the FE options. Knowing that early CSX3XXX "428" cars were generating ~365 ish hp, can these beasts be reliable with 450+hp? Most all the guys I know have had more than one FE in their car. Is there a hp point where the FE becomes a liability versus an asset?

Questions:
1) What type of reliable power can be generated for street use?
2) How many miles can be expected on an FE? I drive my car so if one can expect 5000 miles until failure it is not an option.
3) How many FE's have been in your car?
4) How many miles on your FE in your Cobra?
5) Secrets to a reliable FE for many years of pleasure?

Thanks to all,
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