[mikep]

Its actually a 3.75 inch stroke that will give you a 383 with a .030" over 350 block. Theres a number of companies that sell new 3.75 inch stroke cranks for under $200 brand new. 383's arent going to rev real high so you can save a few bucks on all the race prepped stuff and probably get out under $1500 with proper guidance. Sounds like a lot when your 16 doesnt it ? Do they even have teenagers working at service stations any more. If they do....go get a job at one.

If you build a 383 or a 350 really depends on your driving style. Do you like top end power or bottom end torque. Keep in mind that too much bottom end torque has its drawbacks in a truck with a light back end. Dont sell the 350 short . A well built 350 is still capable of well over 400 ft lbs of torque and 450 horsepower on pump gas.

My suggestion is to go find someone with a fast car or truck and beg them to give you a ride. You'll never turn back.