[C1] What a difference
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From: Tampa Bay Fl
What a difference
Finally got my 383 crate motor installed and it’s like night and day compared to my tired 327. This motors Dyno numbers are 458 hp and 460 if lbs torque. This car is becoming more fun to drive by the day.
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I’ve had more than a few customers tell me this after convincing them to go bigger was like pulling teeth. I still like a high winding shorter stroke, but on the street, torque is king. 
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I'm looking at a 383 for my '71. How does it mate up with a 700R4?
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