I have just been told the car is up and running again, but due to somewhat inclement weather it could be Monday before I can collect it.

Tech specs for the engine are :

355 HP CHEVROLET 350

This 350 Chevrolet utilises a new or re-machined four-bolt main bearing block, and produces dramatically increased power output when compared to the standard engine. This is achieved by increased compression, high flow aluminium cylinder heads, and a performance camshaft.
Cylinder heads - aluminium assembly – high performance and reduce weight
Compression ratio - 9.5:1 (approx.)Camshaft - performance hydraulic with .468” INT and .480” EXH valve lift
Engine assembly fitted with:
* Aluminium dual plane intake
* HEI electronic distributor with vac. advance
* Iron water pump
* Chrome crank and water pump pulleys
* Damper assembly
* Edelbrock 600cfm carburettor
* Roller tip rockers
* 14” Chrome air cleaner
* Internal regulated alternator
* Chrome alternator mount
* Performance ignition wire set and spark plugs
* Oil filter and mount
* Engine mounts
* Thermostat and chrome housing
* Starter Motor

So the engine tune went well! Not ;-(

Turns out the engine had suffered a bit too much since it was rebuilt back in 1999 and is now mostly rusty inside. Water ways were blocked and valves were either stuck or not sealing leading to no compression and pressure leaks into the water system.


So rather than try to recovger teh situation a new enging has ben acquired and will be winging its way back the Cobra over the next few days. Hopefully then we can finally get it out on the road properly.



Bang goes my Xmas presents for the next few years ;-)

The Cobra is currently at the engine tuners, in the mean time the garage is full of a Dax Rush ;-)

The garage cam is still on occasionally and progress on the Rush can be seen here.