Im bummed

[special-K]

I`ve never had a 305,but if it runs ok,what the hay?

I know a guy that ordered a new`71 Malibu 350 convertible and still owns it.He noticed it lacked power and took it in to the dealer.It came through with a 307.They swapped in the proper motor.
I wonder how many other vehicles come through with a different motor than we assume it has because that`s what it was supposed to have.This numbers running is more of a collector thing.No one did that back when there was no question the motor was in it`s original bay and before motors changed.

[dan42]

Not to mention a dirty word, but F$%rd did a pretty decent job on the 302...

[Brock]

Originally Posted by special-K

Don`t you wonder what a 307 would run like with all the bells and whistles?Sure,not like a 400.But,you may be surprised.Really,when does anyone see a built-up 307?The trend has always been to go bigger,naturally.And,I like a big motor.But,with things changing I`d like to see how small a motor I can get enough power from and get best mileage.A new approach to performance that involves not necessarily going fast,just strong.But,pretty fast if you want.

I might be able to let you know this spring. My nephews and I race dirt track cars and one of them is just starting out and is looking at the "rustybolt" class which has a rule of no bigger than a 305 @ .060 over. So If he goes this direction it WILL be a built 305. On a side note 307's are not allowed in this class BUT you can bore a 305 and make it more CI's than a 307 stock...anybody want to explain why (maybe)?

On the original issue...take the money you save on gas throw it in a jar, when it gets full then you have a decision to make...dump the slightly underpowered 305 that just saved you a jar full of money OR fulfill your testosterone enduced urge to go with the 350.