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I finally decided on an engine for '69 2WD 1/2 ton Burb. It is going to be 454. I am knew to the BBCs. Any general info as far as mounting this thing up that you guys can give is appreciated. I believe it currently has the tall valve covers. I need short valve covers correct?? I will be using a brake booster from a 72 3/4ton. It also has roller rockers, so are short valve covers still an option with those rockers?? Also, I have already installed the front crossmember/suspension in from a '77 Chevy 1/2ton 2WD. Can I use those engine stands with the 454, & just use BBC motor mounts?? One more question - Which is a better combo?? a 454 with a 400 tranny & a 3.73 posi with 295/50/15s (26.6 inches) or that may eventually have a 700 or same combo but keep the 400 with 3.08 gears. I understand that BBCs usually have enough low end torque to compensate for the highway gears. The truck will be probably be a 60/40 split from highway to city driving with the 60% being city.

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