dare to be different engine choices?

[pmkrew]

Originally Posted by Oldgearz

Another thread on my 62 GMC indicates my curb weight is 3390 lbs, figure in the (probably) 100 lb lighter (302) motor making around 340 hp and about 350 lb/ft torque I think I should be good to go! One other idea is this: I have a 1979 305 engine w/dualjet 210 (worst hp rating ever at 130)...I was thinking of swapping to vortec heads w/fuel injection. What could I get outta that setup if 350 vortec heads work on the 305 bore? I'm thinking at least 250-280 hp w/gobs of torque. Or would a 283 crank work w/the 305 journals? What would it end up in cu in size?

I LOVED my 283/ bored to 291 cid engine in my 66. With a three on the tree and 4.10 gears it was A LOT of fun to twist up. Just make sure youve got a trans that is easily shiftable a bolt in the harmonic dampner and the right rear gears and it should be a real fun piece.