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Old May 13, 2006 | 11:10 AM
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Default Engine perf upgrades

I'm coming back from Iraq soon and want to do some engine tinkering on my 1980.
I need recomendations on;
Intake manifold; Edelbrock air gap or performer or what?
Carb; 650 or larger and which brand?
Cam: Ooh too many choices here, daily driver weekend road trips in the mountains
Heads; Alum or keep the cast iron? Roller tappets too?
Headers: Best bang for the buck?
Thanks!
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Old May 13, 2006 | 11:55 AM
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Best bang for the buck is the Headers and a true dual exhaust system .....After that the guys are going to need the specs of your motor as it sits to give you advice....Oh and thanks for the service in Iraq...I appreciate it.... I have a brother flying Blackhawks in Afghanistan
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