"New" '86 C20 need advice...

[pdxmac]

Hey all,

I bought an '86 3/4 ton 2wd pickup to fix up for my business, and towing my job trailer. I've been driving it around for the last couple weeks trying to work out the bugs, and all of the "fixes" that have been done to it over the years. I've already replaced the master cylinder and booster because the rear portion of the master cylinder was pumping all of it's fluid into the power booster. The truck is really solid, and has absolutely no rust at all. There are a few dents to deal with at some point, but not bad..

All of that said, I would like to start making it run a bit better. It's got a 305 4 bbl, and 700R4 transmission. It's got a sticky lifter that will not let go by the convetional first aid methods ( atf, engine flush, etc..) The engine doesnt smoke and appears to have decent power at times so I think the bottom end is ok for now. My thought is to replace the cam and manifold with an Edelbrock performer setup, and hopefully the carb as well. My problem is I want the truck to be able to pass smog so it doesnt loose it's resale value should I decide to get a different pickup down the line.

Does anyone have experience with these modifications, as they relate to keeping the truck smog legal? Is my truck computer controlled? Do I have to keep it computer controlled? Any experience with high-flow cats?

I know that is a lot of questions.. There will be more :-)

I really appreciate the help!!

Aaron