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Old 07-06-2003, 10:17 PM   #1
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Need engine in my Elky...........

Guys, new to this site as well as to the whole rebuild/restore scene. Was hoping to get some advice regarding my 1980 El Camino. The car is in superb condition but needs a motor. I am kicking some ideas around but could use advice from people who know alot more than me. I don't need a racer, nor power for a daily driver. This will be my Sunday stroller and won't clock too many miles. Want something reliable but has some pop. Any advice on small vs big block given my goals? What about size? Sorry for the lack of info/knowledge. Any replies would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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Old 07-06-2003, 10:21 PM   #2
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I think that you'd want a small block, or you'll have big power... I would guess maybe a 305 - 350? 305 is stock in some of our trucks, but usually is a bit too weak for our liking, I guess it would do pretty good in your car though. The 350 is a fairly well balanced engine, powerful and reliable, but not too powerful...
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Old 07-06-2003, 10:23 PM   #3
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Welcome to the board.
A stock GM crate block ($1300) with a cam change and some headers will probably fit your goals. Daily driver and a little power without an overkill.
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Old 07-07-2003, 06:10 PM   #4
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Thanks for the info guys. Any recommendations as to a good crate engine sales joint? Online or otherwise? Thx.
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Old 07-07-2003, 06:28 PM   #5
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Look @ the links on the opening page to this site for ScogginsDickey parts.
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Old 07-07-2003, 06:35 PM   #6
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I have a 383 stroker for sale that would make your Elcamino rock! It's 450hp and it has 2k miles on it, I'm moving up to a 550cu. BBC so this ones for sale. I want $2500 for it, perfect cond. I bought it at www.enginefactory.com 383/450hp paid $5300-my loss your gain.
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Old 07-08-2003, 12:27 AM   #7
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SalleeChevrolet That is non preformance crate engines.

Salleechevrolet This is the performance crate engines.
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