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05-30-2016, 03:44 PM
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Lykins Motorsports 427FE Build, Alan Carter
Thought it would be fun to document this build. This engine is for Alan Carter, who plans to stick it down into an ERA car that's being built right now.
Alan's desire is to build a period correct 427, focusing on originality, looks, and a moderate amount of horsepower. Upon receiving his order, I put some feelers out for some parts and scrounged up a really nice 427 S/O block, a pair of C5 medium riser heads, and a Sidewinder intake manifold. I was also able to find a C5 dual point distributor, which is now with Faron Rhoads, being restored and converted over to electronic ignition via a Pertronix module. I had a nice C4 3.780" crankshaft here that I sent off to have freshly ground.
A few goodies are already here:
*Custom Comp Cams billet hydraulic roller camshaft, 235/241 @ .050", 110 LSA, .580" lift.
*SI stainless 11/32" valves, 2.250/1.750
*Scat H-beam FE rods
*New Quick Fuel 780 carburetor, zinc-dichromate finish
I thoroughly enjoy each and every engine I assemble, but it seems like I have a special spot in my heart for the builds using the oldie-but-goodie parts.
Always nice to see an original side-oiler block in person. Every time is like the first time.... This one has been steel abrated and is waiting to be machined.
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05-30-2016, 03:58 PM
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Location: Adelaide,
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Cobra Make, Engine: AP 289FIA 'English' spec.
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Hi Brent.
Good to see a period correct FE being built...and a non-stroker....love it! What better car to put it in as well....an ERA 427. I look forward to hearing the story.
Cheers
Glen
Last edited by xb-60; 05-31-2016 at 09:40 PM..
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05-30-2016, 04:21 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #732, 428FE (447 CID), TKO600, Solid Flat Tappet Cam, Tons of Aluminum
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This is exactly the type of build I really like to see. But, I sure would have preferred a solid flat tappet in there....
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05-30-2016, 04:28 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Bay Area (Peninsula),
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA 427, 427/487 side-oiler
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Really nice parts. I'm sure it'll turn out great.
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05-30-2016, 04:52 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: CSX #4xxx with CSX 482; David Kee Toploader
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Just awesome to see old school coming back together! Brings back memories for sure! Thanks for sharing and keep it up Brent!
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05-30-2016, 04:53 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by patrickt
This is exactly the type of build I really like to see. But, I sure would have preferred a solid flat tappet in there....
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He wanted a maintenance-free cam and since he's paying the bill, I reckon I'll listen to him. If you want to buy the engine for him, he may let you call the shots.
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05-30-2016, 05:02 PM
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Is it a STD bore block or close? Going to use an old LeMans crank or something else?
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05-30-2016, 05:05 PM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #732, 428FE (447 CID), TKO600, Solid Flat Tappet Cam, Tons of Aluminum
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bernica
Is it a STD bore block or close?
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No, the antibiotics cleared that right up.
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05-30-2016, 05:06 PM
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It's currently .030" and won't take much to clean the bores up. I got it from a fellow FE'er who supplied a very nice sonic map with it. It's a sweet piece.
Crank is a cast 3.780" C4 427 crankshaft.
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05-31-2016, 06:11 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA, 428, 4 speed Toploader, Jag rear, Red with White stripes
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Yes, this will be an awesome build. Looking forward to following this thread.
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05-31-2016, 06:14 AM
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Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Little Rock area,
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA Street Roadster #782 with 459 cu in FE KC engine, toploader, 3.31
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Old school for me. I'll be watching.
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05-31-2016, 10:58 AM
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Brent, what are you going to use for a rocker assembly?
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05-31-2016, 11:20 AM
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T&D streets.
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05-31-2016, 04:38 PM
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You should have just built a 351W and put on some FE style valve covers.
The customer would have never known.
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05-31-2016, 09:43 PM
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It's going into an ERA.
He would know.
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06-01-2016, 10:10 AM
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Cobra Make, Engine: ERA #813, 427 FE Sideoiler
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Hello everyone, I'm Alan Carter the soon to be owner of this beast. I've been drooling over Cobras ever since I can remember and can't believe there is finally one in my near future! I'm super stoked! I've been a bit of a lurker on this forum for a long time and that is how I found Brent. He's been great to work with and I can't wait to see this engine completed!
I put my order in with Peter at ERA a year ago in May and they told me then the lead time was at least a year. My car is Chassis # 813 and hopefully will be going to the paint shop soon. I'm not sure if I'll have time to do a detailed build thread but I'll definitely start a post and give updates on my progress along the way. I have to say I am very impressed with some of you guys and your builds. I hope mine turns out half as good as some of yours!
Alan
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06-01-2016, 10:16 AM
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Welcome to the madness Alan!
Congratulations! You have a great car heading your way from ERA and a great "old school" build going on with Brent. Yes, please keep us all posted on your progress.
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06-01-2016, 10:33 AM
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Awesome build Brent! Looking forward to see if coming together!
Alan - Your build sounds great. You picked a color yet? You will love the ERA.
Phil
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06-01-2016, 11:31 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Gasdoc
Hello everyone, I'm Alan Carter the soon to be owner of this beast. I've been drooling over Cobras ever since I can remember and can't believe there is finally one in my near future! I'm super stoked! I've been a bit of a lurker on this forum for a long time and that is how I found Brent. He's been great to work with and I can't wait to see this engine completed!
I put my order in with Peter at ERA a year ago in May and they told me then the lead time was at least a year. My car is Chassis # 813 and hopefully will be going to the paint shop soon. I'm not sure if I'll have time to do a detailed build thread but I'll definitely start a post and give updates on my progress along the way. I have to say I am very impressed with some of you guys and your builds. I hope mine turns out half as good as some of yours!
Alan
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You won't have any regrets. It seems like the wait time on an ERA has grown longer - business must be good. I like your approach to the engine.
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06-01-2016, 03:43 PM
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Alan, what sort of options are you having ERA include on your build?
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