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I want low-end torque!!!
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I want low-end torque!!!
Thanks guys!
Now to reframe my question. Do you think I'll be happy with
a low hp engine from the dark days of emmisions control, if it
has good low end torque.
Or will I be forced to by a Crate engine with more hp?
All I need is a little fun from 0 to 70. after 70 all you get is
another ticket around here.
So, would low hp (rating) but say 270 torque make Dan
a happy boy??
I think so........
But only time will tell.
Now to reframe my question. Do you think I'll be happy with
a low hp engine from the dark days of emmisions control, if it
has good low end torque.
Or will I be forced to by a Crate engine with more hp?
All I need is a little fun from 0 to 70. after 70 all you get is
another ticket around here.
So, would low hp (rating) but say 270 torque make Dan
a happy boy??
I think so........But only time will tell.
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Melting Slicks
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I disagree.
I have a 78 L82, 4spd close ratio trans, with 3:70 rear. Been on the dyno and it's producing 273torq. Not bad for an engine with 103,000 miles & low compression. Around town this is plenty. Even went to the dragstrip for street nite and ran in the 14's, and had fun winding it out.
I find myself happy leaving on a green light.
I have a 78 L82, 4spd close ratio trans, with 3:70 rear. Been on the dyno and it's producing 273torq. Not bad for an engine with 103,000 miles & low compression. Around town this is plenty. Even went to the dragstrip for street nite and ran in the 14's, and had fun winding it out.
I find myself happy leaving on a green light.
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I came from a modern LS1 that made 560RWHP and 540RWTQ so you bet I was a little worried about TQ on an older car.
I find my BBC still brings a smile to my face when the loud pedal drops.
I find my BBC still brings a smile to my face when the loud pedal drops.
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He may be fine with the power level he's talking about but I wouldn't be. Coming from your prior LS1 (forced induction?) I'm pretty sure you wouldn't be happy either. However, having a mellow cruiser is one of many ways to enjoy a Vette. 
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Melting Slicks
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No, just that there is no place around here to put that much hp/tq to use. I dont need it for the driving I do and having the tires break loose is no thrill for me.
My brother has a rebuilt 502 in his Chevelle, 5spd tremec, and 411 rear. I drove the car and there is no reason for me to have that kind of power. It is scary fast. Going to the dyno this week weather permitting. PO told him 500+hp. Sorry, not for me.
Curious how much hp/tq do you have that makes you happy?
Sounds like the op is looking for a regular driver that has some pull & not going overboard on the $.
My brother has a rebuilt 502 in his Chevelle, 5spd tremec, and 411 rear. I drove the car and there is no reason for me to have that kind of power. It is scary fast. Going to the dyno this week weather permitting. PO told him 500+hp. Sorry, not for me.
Curious how much hp/tq do you have that makes you happy?
Sounds like the op is looking for a regular driver that has some pull & not going overboard on the $.
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76 L48 was preety slow off the line till......heads,intake ,carb ,hyd roller cam,& Richmond 6spd trans..Now ....My first gear ratio 3.28 X 3.08 rear gear makes for quick take offs...Overall 10.1:1
....My first gear ratio 3.28 X 3.08 rear gear makes for quick take offs...Overall 10.1:1
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From: Orrtanna Pa.
Not to be a smarty,....but if you ever drove a Dodge Duster with the slant six and smushy rear springs you'd swear you were launching a Pro Stocker from a dead stop. If all you want is to feel that push in the seat,.....put some light springs in the rear.