Starting my engine build

[Mrturner1]

Originally Posted by GRX

Have blocked off the exhaust crossover on a few of my engines. Mostly Pontiacs. It does make a profound difference. That crossover was put there for a reason. Heat under the plenum helps with cold starting, fuel atomization - basically helps even things out in varying conditions on a street driven vehicle. If you are only interested in acceleration and don't mind waiting for it to heat up on cold mornings, don't sweat it's absence.

I definitely want it to be more than just a fast accelerating truck, enough to give up a few hp anyway. I think if I got done with all this work and it was a PITA to drive in any way I'd be disappointed