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10-09-2003, 04:49 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Dacula, (Atlanta),
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427 SC, Southern Automotive 427W Stroker
Posts: 1,649
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427 Windsor Stroker - alive at last!
I was able to witness the test firing of my new Southern Automotive stroker today. The project has been in process for several months with significant attention given to performance inhancements and cosmetic appeal. What a fine beast she is!
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After a good hard ride.....oil pressure is over 50, temp is below 190, she idles and no new dents. LIFE IS GOOD!
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10-09-2003, 05:01 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2001
Location: North Metro Atlanta,
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Cobra Make, Engine: 2 dr roadster, V-8, 4 spd.
Posts: 2,780
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I've been blinded. Thankfully, you went with black plug wires  . |
10-09-2003, 05:05 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Dacula, (Atlanta),
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427 SC, Southern Automotive 427W Stroker
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Bill was out of stock on the hot pink wire. I was hoping for that "glow in the dark" effect.
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After a good hard ride.....oil pressure is over 50, temp is below 190, she idles and no new dents. LIFE IS GOOD!
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10-09-2003, 06:12 PM
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Well Tony at least got to pass you once. Congrats!
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10-10-2003, 03:35 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Dacula, (Atlanta),
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427 SC, Southern Automotive 427W Stroker
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Tony, I wish the journey was over, still got to get it back in the car. It has a lot more new parts than I was counting on. Watching the invoice on that baby is like watching the meter on a Paris taxi. It will be worth it.
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After a good hard ride.....oil pressure is over 50, temp is below 190, she idles and no new dents. LIFE IS GOOD!
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10-10-2003, 05:55 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: Kennesaw,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Old car with 6 banger
Posts: 261
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Congrats Tony,
Your gonna love it!
I'm interested in the fuel line and filter setup from the fuel pump. What are you using?
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10-10-2003, 06:29 AM
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Join Date: May 2000
Location: Leicester,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Crendon, windsor 408 stroker, tremec. Also GSX008
Posts: 1,406
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If my eyes don't deceive me (and they may well do), the fuel filter in that piccy looks like one of those glass tube-body items.
I recall a post from a CC member a while ago, who had trouble with one of those, had a gas fire or major gas spillage, can't recall which. Summary of everyone's opinions at the time was to not use them, especially on the delivery (pressure) side of the fuel pump.
Would hate to see that beautiful motor damaged by a repeat incident.
HTH
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10-10-2003, 06:42 AM
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Dacula, (Atlanta),
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427 SC, Southern Automotive 427W Stroker
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Wilf, you are correct on the filter. I ran one of those on the last engine for several years without incidence. Everytime I look at it, I think of that thread you mentioned. I will need to replacement. With all the parts I've purchased during the last couple of months, one more thing makes me queezie.
Dave, that's the set up I had on my previous Windsor. As Wilf mentioned, there was a thread a few months ago where the concensus from those with bad experiences leads one to conclude that this is not the way to go. I will replace it sooner or later.
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After a good hard ride.....oil pressure is over 50, temp is below 190, she idles and no new dents. LIFE IS GOOD!
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10-10-2003, 08:43 AM
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Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: so cal,
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Cobra Make, Engine: I used to fix them for a living
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The glass body one I ran for a long time was OK, but it was made many years ago and may not be representative of what you can buy today (made in china). ALSO I had it on the suction side of the mechanical fuel pump, not the pressure side. I don't recommend them.
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In a fit of 16 year old genius, I looked down through the carb while cranking it to see if fuel was flowing, and it was. Flowing straight up in a vapor cloud, around my head, on fire.
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10-10-2003, 08:57 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: Shepherdsville,
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427 S/C, Red w/White Sripes, 427 SO, 4 speed Top Loader
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Tony,
Looks like Lewis and crew did a good job. Don't stop now get rid of that fuel filter. There are many good options out there that you WONT regret.
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10-11-2003, 01:58 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Dacula, (Atlanta),
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Cobra Make, Engine: Unique 427 SC, Southern Automotive 427W Stroker
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Just bringing the pic back to the board for Chill's benefit.
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After a good hard ride.....oil pressure is over 50, temp is below 190, she idles and no new dents. LIFE IS GOOD!
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10-12-2003, 12:43 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: Living by the beautiful Snake River in S,
ID
Cobra Make, Engine: KMP 393 $27 S.O. bored and stroked to 482
Posts: 386
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Why?
Just curious, but why the switch? I'm trying to decide between a 351 and a 393 stroker and I'm just wondering? Did your 351 hook up too easily, not enough torque in 3rd, 4th? 351 not tractable enough for driving/cruising? I'd appreciate specifics. What transmission and diff. (ratio) are you running? Thanks for the help.
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10-19-2003, 08:52 AM
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Join Date: May 2002
Location: Haslet,
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Cobra Make, Engine: former Unique289
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Got to agree, it's a beautiful piece!!!! Congrats.
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