I need some engine help!
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I need some engine help!
I have a 1979 'Vette with a perfect L48 original engine. All the numbers match. However, I'd love to build an engine with abit more power. I don't really want to go wild but would like to step up to 325 horse or so. I really don't want to do anything to this original engine and I plan to save it the way it is. Now, does anyone know if I can work with any 350 engine or do I have to stay with a Corvette engine. My guess is any 350 will work but don't know for sure. What are some cam, itake, and carb ideas for the output I'm looking for. I know I could buy a crate motor but I'm looking to show my 11 year old how these things are done. It's 15 years since I build a 454 for my Nova so I'm really excited about getting back at it. Thanks for any help you provide!!!
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Racer
Joined: May 2001
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From: kingsport,tn,usa
Re: I need some engine help! (Indynut)
any 350 should work, my vette has a truck engine in it.
http://www.racesearch.com/CGImp/mhp?...=3149&man=2157
there is some crate engines you can look at, i currently am thinking about the ramjet for my car
hope this helps
http://www.racesearch.com/CGImp/mhp?...=3149&man=2157
there is some crate engines you can look at, i currently am thinking about the ramjet for my car
hope this helps
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Joined: Apr 1999
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From: CORVETTE 77 385 C.I. TEXAS
Re: I need some engine help! (Indynut)
Indynut
Edel. Performer or Weiand Action intake. Many good heads are available like Vortec, WP Torquer, etc. Dynomax coated headers, duals w/ crossover & Dynomax mufflers. Comp Cams XE256. Q-J or Holley 600.
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Edel. Performer or Weiand Action intake. Many good heads are available like Vortec, WP Torquer, etc. Dynomax coated headers, duals w/ crossover & Dynomax mufflers. Comp Cams XE256. Q-J or Holley 600.
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