[chuck smith]

there are numerous threads on the issue at the ffcobra forum as well as clubcobra, some good and bad comments. I do think it would be silly to assume he can build a motor for so much less than competitors without sacraficing on something. Quaility components are very expensive. Try adding up what it would cost you to build a 347 using middle of the road components from trusted companies, you will be suprised at the material cost alone