383 or 427
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383 or 427
Hi,
I am planning a build for a new engine for my 2000 conv. I am looking for around 550 to 600 at the flex plate. Which size should I build 383, 406 or 427. I am leaning toward a 427, this is my first LS engine build.
Thanks for the advice
Mike
I am planning a build for a new engine for my 2000 conv. I am looking for around 550 to 600 at the flex plate. Which size should I build 383, 406 or 427. I am leaning toward a 427, this is my first LS engine build.
Thanks for the advice
Mike
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Yes I have a 600hp (on the dyno) in my 68 el caminos backed up to a 6 speed and a Currie rear. It is a hand full.
I have had the trans (auto) to handle 600 hp. When I get the 2000 done it will be fun
thanks
I have had the trans (auto) to handle 600 hp. When I get the 2000 done it will be fun
thanks
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That power level comes easy wtih cubes and that big stroke....more driveable, no need to spin it up high.
Love high striung NA stuff but really....build as big as you can, get a great head youll need less cam/rpm to do it.
Makes for the best st car
Really wouldnt take much with a 427 to get there..even funner would be to cam it so the idle is stockish, quiet muffler etc. Love the stealth factor
Love high striung NA stuff but really....build as big as you can, get a great head youll need less cam/rpm to do it.
Makes for the best st car
Really wouldnt take much with a 427 to get there..even funner would be to cam it so the idle is stockish, quiet muffler etc. Love the stealth factor
Last edited by cv67; Aug 18, 2020 at 03:13 AM.
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From: APACHE JUNCTION AZ
Hi
Thanks for the info. I am going to build a 427, i think it makes more sense.
Hey hotfrank, didn't you ever see a 427 chevy small block? Built several of them LOL.
Thanks again
Thanks for the info. I am going to build a 427, i think it makes more sense.
Hey hotfrank, didn't you ever see a 427 chevy small block? Built several of them LOL.
Thanks again
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