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Overview:   

I can't take much credit in this area.   The engine was built by the previous owner and sadly for him (also for me.. now) .... never started.  What I will say is that this 306 should keep life interesting for at least a few years.   I try not to think about starting it but I can hardly wait to turn the key.  Even though a 427 big block would be nice for bragging rights (and torque), the lower mass of the small block will balance the car perfectly.  With a planned 380-400 HP it should really move this 2000lb Cobra..... all I have to do is find traction.   Who knows... perhaps a 427 or even a 504 may make its way into the build! 

Engine:  When I got the car it was literally a rolling chassis.  Even the brakes were bled.   Except for the wiring and a few odds & ends, this baby was ready to fire.   So close but so far....... it still has not been fired but I am getting closer.  Although it would have been great to hear this engine running I am glad I took the plunge... stripped everything to the frame.... and modifying/detailed accordingly.  
Engine details:  
bullet302 bored 0.030" (using deck plates) - balanced & blueprinted  (306 cubic inches)
bulletFMS GT40X Aluminum heads 1.94" Intake , 1.54" Exhaust
bulletFMS X303 cam 286 degrees duration, 0.542" Intake and Exhaust lift
bulletFMS roller valve train
bulletKeith Black Hyper Uretic Pistons, ARP bolts
bulletPerformance Distributors Ignition (custom curve)
bulletTony Branda Cobra Aluminum Intake
bulletHolley 600:  double-pumper, mechanical secondaries
bulletMelling - High volume oil pump

 

Engine details:
bulletSummit 1-Wire 100 amp Alternator
bulletFMS Cobra Valve covers and Air cleaner
bulletFFR Four into four headers
bulletMarch Aluminum Pulley system
bulletFMS high torque mini starter
bulletFMS 9 mm blue wires
bulletFMS chrome dual sump oil pan
bulletFMS Aluminum Radiator
bulletGoodYear "Super High Miler" aftermarket radiator hose
bulletPainless wiring harness
bulletLokar steel braided throttle cable
bulletSummit fuel rail - including steel braided fuel line    
A Peak under those valve covers: 
  Engine ready to install: 
Installed:  This baby and me are very happy to announce that it is  back in its' motor mounts.   Notice the March polished aluminum pulley system and FMS Chrome water pump/thermostat housing.
Engine:  Installed a Summit dual feed rail with integrated pressure gage and filter.   Used Braided stainless back to the fuel pump and tank.         
Engine:  Lokar throttle cable installed and adjusted.          
Blue:  I decided to keep the blue theme going and paint my valve covers and air cleaner blue to match my frame et al.  Had I been able to find a wrinkled finish blue, I would have sand blasted first and then primed/top coated.   However.. I was not successful in my hunt so I decided to paint over the existing wrinkle finish using high heat dupli-color paint.  I used a degreaser to clean and then a soap and water bath.   Used 3 thin coats (one can was enough) .... let dry for a day and then carefully block sanded (with 100 grit) to reveal the aluminum. 
Finished: (almost) !!!!!
Headers & Side pipes: 

Coated in Silver Ceramic and then polished.     Wow .. what a difference.   I have a set of "Drummer Mike" stainless - ceramic coated heat shields to add as well.        

 
I can be reached directly at the Legacy Garage at:  klegacy@comcast.net (SR71 on FFCobra.com)
Last modified: April 13, 2008