305 or 350 ideas for the c10 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

77chevyman · 12-18-2008, 02:43 AM

should i keep the 305 or switch to a 350
also what a good trans
i want someting that says Chevy
i dont want to lower it or drag it but i do want something that says
mean ass chevy
i plan on redoing the susp and getting a3-5 inch and putting maybe a airbag setup where i can turn the shocks on or off and giving it a lil more towing capacity (i dont plan to realy tow a lot) just think its nice i see them do it to deisel but never to a reg truck i can get it done for about 700 bucks

**N2TRUX** · 12-18-2008, 10:31 AM

If there is nothing wrong with the 305 then keep it. It's not a bad motor just smaller. If you need to replace it and have a choice then the 350 would be the better way to go in most cases.

i dont want to lower it or drag it but i do want something that says
mean ass chevy
i plan on redoing the susp and getting a3-5 inch and putting maybe a airbag setup where

I am confused here. You say you don't want to lower it, then you say your going 3-5 with bags. More details would help.

LpStreetKing · 12-18-2008, 10:38 AM

lol im with n2trux on that one im confused

**Corts60** · 12-18-2008, 01:10 PM

If you tow a lot then I would go with a TH400, one of the strongest tranny's built. But if you tow sometimes and want decent gas mileage, I would go with a 700R4.
My .02 cents.

77chevyman · 12-18-2008, 08:14 PM

i ment 3-5 lift sorry if i confussed yall with some bags

**N2TRUX** · 12-18-2008, 08:39 PM

Ok, I got ya now. Corts60 has the best answer in my opinion. The TH400 is hard to beat for strength, but a TH350 isn't a bad transmission if built properly and a remote cooler is used.

My personal preference would be a 700r4, but you will need to have one built to your specs, or remember to take it out of OD when towing.

PhilaTruck · 12-19-2008, 12:01 AM

My 305 was right peppy with an RV cam. If it's sound you want, change the exhaust. I couldn't add anything to the previous trans suggestions.

BLE 'BURBAN · 12-19-2008, 12:06 AM

Put a 400 crank into the 350 and make yourself a 383 stroker!!!

AceX · 12-19-2008, 02:57 AM

The heads on the 305 are crap, junk, and otherwise worthless.

That being said, once the 305 decides it was all too much, swap in a 350. WAY better parts selection, more power, all that good stuff.

chevymotocross · 12-19-2008, 07:43 AM

My 87 2wd has the 305. I really wish it had the 350. The engine has high miles on it, very reliable, decent fuel mileage, but it is wayyyy underpowered (mods include true dual exhaust and k&n drop in filter.

12-18-2008, 02:43 AM	#1
77chevyman Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: dickinson tx Posts: 22	305 or 350 ideas for the c10 should i keep the 305 or switch to a 350 also what a good trans i want someting that says Chevy i dont want to lower it or drag it but i do want something that says mean ass chevy i plan on redoing the susp and getting a3-5 inch and putting maybe a airbag setup where i can turn the shocks on or off and giving it a lil more towing capacity (i dont plan to realy tow a lot) just think its nice i see them do it to deisel but never to a reg truck i can get it done for about 700 bucks

12-18-2008, 10:31 AM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: 305 or 350 ideas for the c10 If there is nothing wrong with the 305 then keep it. It's not a bad motor just smaller. If you need to replace it and have a choice then the 350 would be the better way to go in most cases. i dont want to lower it or drag it but i do want something that says mean ass chevy i plan on redoing the susp and getting a3-5 inch and putting maybe a airbag setup where I am confused here. You say you don't want to lower it, then you say your going 3-5 with bags. More details would help. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

12-18-2008, 10:38 AM	#3
LpStreetKing Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Laporte, Texas Posts: 83	Re: 305 or 350 ideas for the c10 lol im with n2trux on that one im confused

12-18-2008, 01:10 PM	#4
Corts60 Just here to tinker Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Holland, MI Posts: 3,697	Re: 305 or 350 ideas for the c10 If you tow a lot then I would go with a TH400, one of the strongest tranny's built. But if you tow sometimes and want decent gas mileage, I would go with a 700R4. My .02 cents. __________________ 78 C10 SWB Diesel #1 (wrecked)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1978+silverado 78 C10 SWB Diesel #2 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650751 60 GMC Suburban (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=445526 60 GMC 1000 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=298235 67 GMC 1500 (sold) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=803695 73 Chevy C20(Daily)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=852767 86 Suburban(summer unit) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=810697 88 Suburban 4x4(sold)

12-18-2008, 08:14 PM	#5
77chevyman Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: dickinson tx Posts: 22	Re: 305 or 350 ideas for the c10 i ment 3-5 lift sorry if i confussed yall with some bags

12-18-2008, 08:39 PM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: 305 or 350 ideas for the c10 Ok, I got ya now. Corts60 has the best answer in my opinion. The TH400 is hard to beat for strength, but a TH350 isn't a bad transmission if built properly and a remote cooler is used. My personal preference would be a 700r4, but you will need to have one built to your specs, or remember to take it out of OD when towing. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

12-19-2008, 12:01 AM	#7
PhilaTruck Right on the line, baby! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Phila, PA 19130 Posts: 1,486	Re: 305 or 350 ideas for the c10 My 305 was right peppy with an RV cam. If it's sound you want, change the exhaust. I couldn't add anything to the previous trans suggestions. __________________ 83 GMC 406 th400/3.73 Eaton Truetrac posi, headers, x pipe, & racePros. Tubular control arms, lowering rear springs, caltracs. Still ugly, but getting built right, although slowly Click and scroll down for site vendors! Subscribe here!

12-19-2008, 12:06 AM	#8
BLE 'BURBAN In the Forgotten far North. Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Anchorage, Alaska Posts: 2,627	Re: 305 or 350 ideas for the c10 Put a 400 crank into the 350 and make yourself a 383 stroker!!! __________________ 1987 R3500 CREW CAB DUALLY (BIG RED)Acquired 06/12/2015 1990 chevy suburban V2500 5.7L My cluster Mods-Nov 2007 overhead console Stereo install Round 2 Aug 2009 Heated/turn signal mirror upgrade

12-19-2008, 02:57 AM	#9
AceX >130dB Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,130	Re: 305 or 350 ideas for the c10 The heads on the 305 are crap, junk, and otherwise worthless. That being said, once the 305 decides it was all too much, swap in a 350. WAY better parts selection, more power, all that good stuff. __________________ Living Life @ 130dB LED Tail Light Conversion; How-to Friend. Father. Brother. RIP El Jay ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLICK HERE and for less than $0.07 a day, you too can help support and build a better forum.

12-19-2008, 07:43 AM	#10
chevymotocross Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: East Haven, CT Posts: 882	Re: 305 or 350 ideas for the c10 My 87 2wd has the 305. I really wish it had the 350. The engine has high miles on it, very reliable, decent fuel mileage, but it is wayyyy underpowered (mods include true dual exhaust and k&n drop in filter.



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