10-23-2009, 10:55 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: San Diego,
CA
Cobra Make, Engine: SPF1715, Roush Built 434 ci Stroker, Dart Block, Ported AFR 205 Heads... 561 hp / 547 tq, Former Roush Show Car, Completed and Prepped By Olthoff Racing.
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Originally Posted by patrickt
Once you reach the point that you're braking the rear wheels loose, more tq/hp doesn't get you anything. It's at that point where other factors take over (if they haven't controlled the issue before). The sound, the appearance, the nostalgia... it's all in the FE's favor. The only reason somebody puts something other than an FE in a 427 car is because: 1) They couldn't find an FE; 2) An FE is a bit more of a nuisance to build and deal with; or 3) FEs cost more. And I speakum with silver tongue....  |
I agree with you on the point of nostalgia. I could have went any route I wanted with respect to motor options. IMO the Roush stroker was the best choice for me. |