[OrrieG]

Back in the 60's you could go to junk yard and pull any engine for $50 except for ones that were obviously special. All had about the same availablilty of rebuild and aftermarket parts. I had a Corvette 327 (paid $65 for the short block, $40 for the heads) in my 57 210. Other friends has a 392 Hemi in a Jeepster, Caddy in a Studebaker PU, nailhead Buick in a 48 Ford, 289 in a 40 Ford, SBC in a 27 Ford Panel, built flathead in a 36 Ford Convertible, 396 in a 63 Impala. Fast forward to today, SBC, BBC and SB Fords have the most aftermarket parts available which makes them cheaper to build and maintain. I enjoy it when something different show up and recognize the financial commitment it usually takes.