Club Cobra Keith Craft Motorsports  

Go Back   Club Cobra > Cobra Talk Areas > ALL COBRA TALK

Keith Craft Racing
Nevada Classics
MMG Superformance
Main Menu
Module Jump:
Nevada Classics
Nevada Classics
Advertise at CC
Banner Ad Rates
Keith Craft Racing
Keith Craft Racing
MMG Superformance
December 2024
S M T W T F S
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
29 30 31        

Kirkham Motorsports

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1 (permalink)  
Old 08-06-2007, 12:17 PM
CC Member
Visit my Photo Gallery

 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Freehold, NJ, NJ
Cobra Make, Engine: Presently searching for the right ride & engine
Posts: 10
Not Ranked     
Question F460 & BackDraft/Superformace Help

I'm in the market for a cobra and thinking about the Backdraft or Superformance. More importantly I'm interested in an F460 with about 550 hp. Any thoughts with this engine? Probably will have it built by Performce Engineering in Ohio. I 'v heard good things about them. The only down side is that I live in NJ and if something goes wrong with the engine it could be a problem getting it fixed.

Also I would appreciate any thoughts about the Backdraft vs the Superformace car. I know there is probably allot of information on this topic and what I have read so far has not swayed me either way. The only downside with the Superformace car is the price tag. Whereas with a Backdraft you could get a turnkey Cobra for about $50 which is better than $60.

Basically I'm just interested in street cruising and perhaps going to the track to run the qtr mile.
Reply With Quote
  #2 (permalink)  
Old 08-06-2007, 12:21 PM
computerworks's Avatar
Senior Club Cobra Member
Visit my Photo Gallery
Lifetime Contributor
 
Join Date: Mar 2001
Location: Northport, NY
Cobra Make, Engine: Kirkham, KMP178 / '66 GT350H, 4-speed
Posts: 10,362
Not Ranked     
Default

Mod Note- moved to All Cobra Talk
Reply With Quote
  #3 (permalink)  
Old 08-06-2007, 12:47 PM
Senior Club Cobra Member
Visit my Photo Gallery

 
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Bloomfield Hills, (Detroit area), Mi
Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance 156, ex Paxton 351, now a 392 Ford Racing Stroker
Posts: 1,666
Not Ranked     
Default

my preference would be to get a Ford CRATE 460 ( or 514 ) vs a custom build . Many spfs have 460/514s in them . If going custom, find a shop NEAR YOU vs several states away. If /when a problem develops it is easier to get back to a local engine guy vs long distance ..and a ford crate allows you easier access also to ford performance dealers . the further you are from your engine builder/ installer the further away from timely driving of your car , ie less down time the closer you are as car is not in transit several hundred miles -and easier for you to see what is transpiring during the install . The closer (engine , builder installer ) the better for after the sale needs .

re backdraft and spf ... I am not that familiar with backdraft ownership experience, but suspect if you add the optional cost of options to a backdraft that come standard on a spf, that the dollar differences are not that great when finally tally'd up . mebbe i am wrong , but worth a comparison . if you dont want a top, side curtains et al, then the backdraft ( or similar ) would have a price advantage . My top is used often ,extends the driving season- and yes, i drive mine in the rain too .

either way , both are good products, as are other brands ..but my old spf built in 1996 keeps on taking a licking and keeps on ticking .

good luck with your choice . Bill
Reply With Quote
  #4 (permalink)  
Old 08-06-2007, 01:05 PM
CobraDan's Avatar
CC Member
Visit my Photo Gallery

 
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Cape Coral, FL
Cobra Make, Engine: 2009 Solbra
Posts: 3,861
Not Ranked     
Default

If I was purchasing a Ford 460 it would be directly from the Ford Motor Company as they have put together far more engines than any of the other crate engine suppliers. Superformance has always made their Cobra so almost any SB or BB could be installed but Back Draft never recommended a BB but as we speak I heard that is changing so I suggest you contact Reg Dodd of Back Draft and talk with him about a BB install.
__________________
Dan Wulff

I carry a gun because a cop is too heavy.
(No doubt, most will blame it on the donuts.)
You're just jealous because the voices only talk to me
Earth is the insane asylum for the universe.
The gene pool could use a little chlorine.
The original point and click interface was a Smith & Wesson.
Reply With Quote
  #5 (permalink)  
Old 08-06-2007, 01:14 PM
Senior Club Cobra Member
Visit my Photo Gallery

 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Odessa (Tampa), FL
Cobra Make, Engine: BDR 559. 410 Stroker 72 block AFR205 Heads, Solid roller lifters, Comp Cams XR286, Eagle 4" stroke internally balanced with chevy journals, Oliver rods, Probe Forged pistons, Mighty Demon, Super Victor, MSD Digital 6.....
Posts: 260
Not Ranked     
Default

Frank a BDR has a nice Black/White with a 460 in it that is available....
__________________
BDR 559
Indigo Blue, White Stripes
SBF 410
TKO 600 .82 OD (Road Race)
HP= Enough!!
Reply With Quote
  #6 (permalink)  
Old 08-06-2007, 01:28 PM
CBattaglia's Avatar
CC Member
Visit my Photo Gallery

 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Goshen, ny
Cobra Make, Engine: Gary Edwards Racing 460
Posts: 444
Not Ranked     
Default

I had a 460 custom built by performance engineering. The motor purrs like a kitten, I couldnt be happier. Do your research, I dont believe that the crate motors come with roller rockers, cam and timing chain. The custom built does. Pistons are different forged vs cast. There are some differences.

They have built a ton of motors, I think they have it down to a science by now.
__________________
Its not the will to win that matters....Everyone has that. Its the will to prepare to win that matters.
Reply With Quote
  #7 (permalink)  
Old 08-06-2007, 01:29 PM
Cashburn's Avatar
Backdraft Racing Dealer
Visit my Photo Gallery
Lifetime Contributor
 
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: North Haven, CT
Cobra Make, Engine: Backdraft Racing
Posts: 5,121
Not Ranked     
Default

Since you are in NJ you will want to make sure the casting code on the block pre-dates 1974... with the Ford Racing crate you have no guarantee the block will meet that requirement. I would go the PE route since you can define that requirement.

We are also facing our first warranty claim with Ford Racing at the moment and I can tell you the response from them has not impressed me as of yet and it is not any easier than dealing with PE or another custom engine shop.

We have customers in NJ with BDRs and have started doing more big block installs lately. Freehold is not that far a drive if you have the time to visit with us and learn about the Backdrafts and our advantages to other options in the market.

You cannot go wrong with either brand you mention, it is just a matter of defining the components (price, style, size, performance, etc.) that are most important to you.
__________________
IT'S NOT REAL. IT'S UNREAL.
VINTAGE MOTORSPORTS
888.427.1965 | www.vintagemotorsports.com
Reply With Quote
  #8 (permalink)  
Old 08-06-2007, 01:37 PM
CC Member
Visit my Photo Gallery

 
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Freehold, NJ, NJ
Cobra Make, Engine: Presently searching for the right ride & engine
Posts: 10
Not Ranked     
Default F460 Back draft/superformace

Yes. I have looked into the Ford crate motor, however, since I live in NJ the crate motor will just not pass for emmision's. NJ actualy checks the casting # on the block, serial #'s and they was to know the VIN # of the car that the engine came from.

I did compare the Superfromance with the Backdraft and found that if I went with the Backdraft (and added few options like the 17 inch wheels, Top, and heater) I still manged to save approx $10K over Superformace. I have driven the Backdraft, but not the Superformace. I would appreciate any opinions from a person that has driven both of these vehicles

Thanks
Reply With Quote
  #9 (permalink)  
Old 08-06-2007, 03:07 PM
CC Member
Visit my Photo Gallery

 
Join Date: Mar 2000
Location: Houston, TX
Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance 514 ci
Posts: 200
Not Ranked     
Default

I have driven both but own a SPF so I am more than just a little rejudice. I like the SPF better but it is probably much better if you drive both. Personal opinion is everything when evaluating these cars which explains why there are so many loyalists for so many brands.

I almost hate to say anything here about PE but I would highly recommend that you consider buying locally. I have a PE engine and am happy with it. I bought my car in 1999 and Eric at PE built my engine. I had one problem with it and he stood behind it so my personal experience has been very good with Eric. Keep in mind that this was a long time ago. That said, I have heard far too many PE horror stories in the last couple of years that I know to be true that even if close by I might be extra careful going back there. As a matter of fact, I would not.....period. Being a long way off I HAVE to believe that you can find a competent engine builder with equal talents in your own backyard who would offer much greater security should something go wrong.

Just one other opinion.
__________________
Uncle Fester - Yes I REALLY did say that
Reply With Quote
  #10 (permalink)  
Old 08-06-2007, 06:22 PM
CC Member
Visit my Photo Gallery

 
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: NYC and Sheffield, MA, NY
Cobra Make, Engine: Superformance + Ford 460 (550hp)
Posts: 43
Not Ranked     
Default two cents

i just went through a similar deliberation. i was already set on Superformance, but debated used vs. new. I picked SPF over anyone else (in this price range) due to the period correct look of everything, down to the smallest details like the Smith and Lucas guages. quality and reputation were very important too, but it was the cosmetic accuracy to the original that i liked.

I went with the guys in Ross, OH and picked a Ford 460 crate motor, rated at 550HP. Eric put it on the chassis dyno, did stuff to it and bumped the rear wheel hp from low 400's to about 413hp i think.

1,300 miles so far since getting her about a month ago. the engine sounds and looks fantastic, pulls like crazy, and i have zero regrets. i live in NYC, and keep the car up in Mass, so I can relate to the worry over distance. The answer is to find somebody near, and that's the nice thing about these hot rods - no shortage of people, it seems, who specialize in big (or small) block Fords.

PM me if you want to know more.

Oh, and you can get that set up for under $60K. Unless prices have gone up in the last 60 to 90 days...
Reply With Quote
Reply


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On



All times are GMT -7. The time now is 08:38 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.0
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Search Engine Friendly URLs by vBSEO 3.6.0
The representations expressed are the representations and opinions of the clubcobra.com forum members and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and viewpoints of the site owners, moderators, Shelby American, any other replica manufacturer, Ford Motor Company. This website has been planned and developed by clubcobra.com and its forum members and should not be construed as being endorsed by Ford Motor Company, or Shelby American or any other manufacturer unless expressly noted by that entity. "Cobra" and the Cobra logo are registered trademarks for Ford Motor Co., Inc. clubcobra.com forum members agree not to post any copyrighted material unless the copyrighted material is owned by you. Although we do not and cannot review the messages posted and are not responsible for the content of any of these messages, we reserve the right to delete any message for any reason whatsoever. You remain solely responsible for the content of your messages, and you agree to indemnify and hold us harmless with respect to any claim based upon transmission of your message(s). Thank you for visiting clubcobra.com. For full policy documentation refer to the following link: CC Policy
Links monetized by VigLink