Revell Shelby Cobra 427 info needed

[johnnyb]

Hey Everyone,

I'm in the middle of building the Cobra and I was wondering if anyone could provide some info regarding the 427 included in this kit. It seems a little different than the 427 in other Revell kits. First off it has a low profile oil pan and a box on the top that the carb sits in. I'd appreciate it if someone could give me any information about this particular engine. References? etc.

Thanks,

JB

[CAL]

I think pictures would help.

The box was an alu. cold air box to direct fresh air in only and not the hot engine compartment air.

Edited November 17, 2010 by CAL

[my80malibu]

Hey Everyone,

I'm in the middle of building the Cobra and I was wondering if anyone could provide some info regarding the 427 included in this kit. It seems a little different than the 427 in other Revell kits. First off it has a low profile oil pan and a box on the top that the carb sits in. I'd appreciate it if someone could give me any information about this particular engine. References? etc.

Thanks,

JB

Talk to Bob Peeples over at the spotlite board. He is Obsessed with those. and therefore very knowledgable.

[Cato]

The air pan around the carb is nicknamed a 'Turkey Pan' and seals the carb to the hood scoop on Cobras and GT 40's. Here is a shot taken in '66 of the original Comp Cobra:

The correct original oil pan for 427's was the Aviad pan and it has a smooth tapered bottom. Other than the general shape of the block and heads, Revell has nothing correct on the 427 and very little correct on the bodywork. The pan and complete engine is seen here:

This particular engine has the remote front-mounted oil filter which was a racing option in '66-street cars mounted the single filter below and behind the fuel pump.

This is my 1:1 Cobra so I'd be happy to answer any further questions you have:

[MikeMc]

This is my 1:1 Cobra so I'd be happy to answer any further questions you have:

Just one....when you stopping by with that beast, we need to do a Sonic run..... B)

[Cato]

Just one....when you stopping by with that beast, we need to do a Sonic run..... :wub:

Runs 11's with these sporty car boots on-not drag radials. Ain't that great-see several guys on here with dedicated race cars going lots faster than that. But it's not one-dimensional at least...