1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra GT-1

Groups 8,10   Ford

Logbook: SCCA Condition: Good Price:  US $8,000  Currency_Convert Location: New Milford, CT   This listing has been viewed 12194 times.

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Raced from 1987 to 2003, SCCA log book number 085-099 Has been in dry storage on stands since 03. Engine was turned over monthly and run up to temperature at least once a year. Car has the typical patina of an old race car. Runs and drives. Has been pre-approved for SVRA Group 10. Other misc info: Butler alum seat, Tilton pedals. Engine is lowered and set back giving a 60 lb difference from a 50/50 weight distribution.

History

Recent Competition History

Supporting Documents

Performance Data

• Class: Group 10 SVRA
• Weight: 3154 lbs

Engine

• Engine Builder: Bradley & Howle
• Manufacturer: Ford
• Type: V8
• Displacement: 310
• Induction: Edelbrock Victor Jr
• Heads: Ford Motorsport aluminum and O-ringed
• Block: 289 +.030
• Main Caps: 2-bolt with std girdle
• Crankshaft: Boss 302
• Connecting Rods: Crower Sportsman
• Pistons: TRW 13.1
• Camshaft: Comp Cam mechanical
• Valves: Manley Pro Flow S/S
• Valve Train: Comp Cam roller
• Clutch: Centerforce II single disc
• Pressure Plate: Centerforce
• Flywheel: Steel
• Exhaust: Headers
• Total Time: Approx 4 hrs
• Engine is dry sump with Weaver pumps. 60 lbs oil psi at idle

Fuel System

• Fuel Cell
• Manufacturer: ATL
• Capacity: 22 gal
• Fuel Pump: Holley blue elec

Oil/Water System

• Radiator: Aluminum -w- elec fan
• Water Rad Location: Forward of rad
• Oil Cooler: Yes
• Oil Cooler Location: Forward of rad

Electrical System

• Ignition: Pertronics
• Alternator: Yes
• Battery: Optima

Transmission

• Manfacturer: FoMoCo
• Type: T5
• Gears: 5 speed
• Shifter: Short throw
• Trans Cooler: No
• From 92 Mustang GT

Rear End

• Manufacturer: Jones
• Type: Quick change
• Cooler: No
• Ratio: 4.56
• Case: Alum
• Wide 5 bolt pattern

Body

• Construction: Steel
• Color: White/Blue
• Condition: Good
• Typical chips/scratches from racing

Chassis

• Type: Roll cage 1.75 x .120
• Builder: Unibody by FoMoCo
• Material: Steel
• Front Suspension: Coil-Over
• Rear Suspension: Leaf spring with quad shock and rear sway bar
• Brakes: 4-wheel disc. Willwood Superlite II on rear, GM front
• Steering: Power rack and pinion. Mid 80s GM spindles.
• Wheels: Diamond 15
• Tires: McCreary slicks. Fronts are new.

Interior

• Color/Finish: Blue
• Material: Steel
• Fire System: Yes
• Restraints: G-Force dated 2002
• Guages: Autometer and Ford Motorsport
• Steering Wheel: Quick release type
• Condition: Ok

Spares

• Two used spares wheels and tires.
• Water pump
• Belts for Weaver pump, p/s and alt.

Groups 8,10   Ford