switz Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 Pretty exciting as I just got the first picture of CSX6020. Take a look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kahmann Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 That's a beautiful red! Congrats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig-It Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 That's sweet. Could you please explain the CSX6000 designation to me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switz Posted February 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 Basically, they ran out of CSX4000 numbers. They have some left and it is my understanding they are for aluminum body cars. So, the next run of fiberglass cars will be in the 6000's. Same car, different number series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig-It Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 I didn't know that. Thanks. I've always loved the 427 S/C's. But lately, I've been trying to figure out how I could afford a 289 FIA which I've always loved just a tad more. Anyway, congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 For a while there was speculation that the 4xxx series would go from 4999 to 41000. You're gonna love it. I love mine. Even co-pilot had fun on Saturday and she wants to drive it. It's a Man's Car. The clutch is short and hard (it has to be to get a 550HP/535TQ tranny mated tht that powerplant). The brakes are hard - downshift. Have you chosen your engine yet? The new alumimum Shelby block would be a good starting point . The site said they also have a complete engine but I couldn't find info on that. I'd almost be tempted to trade out my Roush 427IR for one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 Oh, and you will have crowds. We went to get some pictures framed on Saturday. At one time there were about 8 people huddled over it. We put up pictures on the wall and measured for frames while people were looking. It's like a shrine. Two people I only casually know from here told me on Saturday evening they saw our car in Longmont. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 Are you doing the power train yourself or having someone else do it? How long before it shows up? I sure hope you get it in time to enjoy the summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switz Posted February 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 For a while there was speculation that the 4xxx series would go from 4999 to 41000. You're gonna love it. I love mine. Even co-pilot had fun on Saturday and she wants to drive it. It's a Man's Car. The clutch is short and hard (it has to be to get a 550HP/535TQ tranny mated tht that powerplant). The brakes are hard - downshift. Have you chosen your engine yet? The new alumimum Shelby block would be a good starting point . The site said they also have a complete engine but I couldn't find info on that. I'd almost be tempted to trade out my Roush 427IR for one. The engine is a period correct, 1965 427 side oiler. It is done waiting for the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 The engine is a period correct, 1965 427 side oiler. It is done waiting for the car. Is it a "new old parts" engine or did you find an old one and have it rebuilt? I couldn't do one here - I know a guy that had one and paid a boatload to get it converted to fuel injection. The altitude just kills 'em. So I opted for one with FI already put in (the Roush 427IR is a very reputable engine). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naumoff427 Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 NICE! Congrats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switz Posted February 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 Is it a "new old parts" engine or did you find an old one and have it rebuilt? I couldn't do one here - I know a guy that had one and paid a boatload to get it converted to fuel injection. The altitude just kills 'em. So I opted for one with FI already put in (the Roush 427IR is a very reputable engine). The engine has been completely gone through with new parts. It has a singe carb on it but I am debating whether to put dual quads on it. I had a 67 GT500 that had em and it was sure fun. Anyone with an opinion on dual vs single? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT500-07 Posted February 18, 2009 Report Share Posted February 18, 2009 The engine has been completely gone through with new parts. It has a singe carb on it but I am debating whether to put dual quads on it. I had a 67 GT500 that had em and it was sure fun. Anyone with an opinion on dual vs single? Thanks I like the FI set up. I'm running a single carb and it's a PIA at times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switz Posted February 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 I like the FI set up. I'm running a single carb and it's a PIA at times. what engine do you have? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 The engine has been completely gone through with new parts. It has a singe carb on it but I am debating whether to put dual quads on it. I had a 67 GT500 that had em and it was sure fun. Anyone with an opinion on dual vs single? Thanks The dual quads are hard to keep balanced. If you get a good set you're OK, but if they don't keep sync'd you'll be futzing with them alot. It also depends on altitude. They are very altitude sensitive - like driving from the plains to the mountains. The 390 dual quad was a killer engine, but it had these problems. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twobjshelbys Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 what engine do you have? For the reasons I mentioned above, at our altitude, I decided for the fuel injection. When I saw CSX4005LA had the Roush 427IR I decided to bid and it went for exactly my cutoff (someone bid higher and withdrew so it went back to me). THere was a nice red CSX with a period 427 but it had the carbs. I talked with a guy last spring from Ft. Collins and he couldn't get his carbs to work here and went for FI conversion (for some ca-ching). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT500-07 Posted February 19, 2009 Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 what engine do you have? Shelby 427 stroked to 485 with a Shelby 40th Anniversary SC kit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switz Posted February 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted February 19, 2009 Shelby 427 stroked to 485 with a Shelby 40th Anniversary SC kit Nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switz Posted March 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 18, 2009 I just got word that my car is supposed to arrive at SAI next week. My engine is ready and I just received a picture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT500-07 Posted March 18, 2009 Report Share Posted March 18, 2009 I just got word that my car is supposed to arrive at SAI next week. My engine is ready and I just received a picture. one step closer, looking good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobrakalas427 Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 I just got word that my car is supposed to arrive at SAI next week. My engine is ready and I just received a picture. BEAUTIFUL!!! I love the Turkey pan!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig-It Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 I just got word that my car is supposed to arrive at SAI next week. My engine is ready and I just received a picture. What transmission are you using? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffJ Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 Beautiful! With the power that you're going to be making, I'd just stick to one carb. Probably less frustration. Looking great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switz Posted March 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 What transmission are you using? I went with the 5 speed. I was told it is great on the freeway keeping very low RPM's like an overdrive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switz Posted March 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 Beautiful! With the power that you're going to be making, I'd just stick to one carb. Probably less frustration. Looking great! Yea, I bailed on the dual carb idea....would look pretty cool though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dig-It Posted March 19, 2009 Report Share Posted March 19, 2009 I went with the 5 speed. I was told it is great on the freeway keeping very low RPM's like an overdrive. Tremec TKO or something else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switz Posted March 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 21, 2009 Yes, the TKO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
switz Posted April 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2009 Just got word the car is ready to leave HST for Vegas....someone must have lost the keys to the truck cause apparently, it won't be driven to California until the end of next week. Mine is the red one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcdoug Posted June 9, 2009 Report Share Posted June 9, 2009 I just got word that my car is supposed to arrive at SAI next week. My engine is ready and I just received a picture. I saw your car yesterday! Looking good! I was at Planet Cobra's shop reviewing some items for my car, CSX6022. Mine will be ready in about 3 weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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