zz4 crate motor
Instructor
Joined: Oct 2001
Posts: 144
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From: Tulsa, Ok
I have had a ZZ4 in my 65 coupe for about 5 years. Been and is a great engine. I wanted reliability, power and a warranty. The torque is great. The engine has never balked in any way. Easy install. I am running a Holley Avenger 670 carb.
If you want a hot engine, consider the cam option or the 383.
Would I buy the ZZ4 again? Yes.
If you want a hot engine, consider the cam option or the 383.
Would I buy the ZZ4 again? Yes.
Racer
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 270
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From: Spokane WA
I've got one in my hotrod '67 Chevy P-up with a 700R4. I love it. Turn-key reliable and it hasn't so much as hiccuped in 12k miles. It gives me 17 on the hwy and runs fine on mid grade gas. I'd get another in a minute if I had another toy that needed a motor.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 2,186
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From: Toosoon Arizona
This is what I had heard, but I am asking one who has some miles and gone through a few cold seasons.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 2,186
Likes: 156
From: Toosoon Arizona
Well, did you buy a engine???
Scoggins and Dickey has them on sale TODAY with no shipping!!!!!
After reading these posts and the one I asked about negatives, I am looking for my wifes credit card so she can buy me a Christmas present, one that I will not return!!
Racer
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 270
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From: Spokane WA
I've never noticed any noise at all. I use 10-40 GTX oil and this thing hasn't required ANY maintenance since its original install tune. Its got a Carter carb on it and I just put a set of ceramic Hedmans on. I'm running a fairly quiet exhaust and I beat this dog every time I drive it. For the money, I'm a happy camper !
