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mctattooer · 01-21-2019, 05:14 PM

Ok so I bought a 70 lwb, po spent good money building and stroking 305 to 335, however he painted it ford puke blue, what do you guys think. Pull motor paint it the correct color or pull motor and put in 350 since I'm not really a 305 guys.. however I will give the 305 props it sounds good and does one hell of job ruining back tires lol

71gmcC15 · 01-21-2019, 05:23 PM

Looks close to corporate blue. I think in the 80s they where blue. But if it is ford blue then please repaint. Even of you swap it out. As for the color I would go truck red. Every one does orange.

**WorkinLonghorn** · 01-21-2019, 05:27 PM

Personally I would leave it and instead get a fan shroud and replace that crappy fuel line with a proper (safe) one. Then maybe run a cold air intake since you are giving up HP sucking in hot air from the radiator. If it runs good and doesn't leave a smoke screen etc. I would just run it. Fix the heater if it gets real cold there.

1977-81/82 was blue. #221 Blue from Plasticote is close I hear.

https://www.amazon.com/PlastiKote-22.../dp/B000CPI032

**Stocker** · 01-21-2019, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by WorkinLonghorn

Personally I would leave it and instead get a fan shroud and replace that crappy fuel line with a proper (safe) one. Then maybe run a cold air intake since you are giving up HP sucking in hot air from the radiator. If it runs good and doesn't leave a smoke screen etc. I would just run it. Fix the heater if it gets real cold there.

X2, it's like you were reading my mind. Maybe it's not the best color but is it worth pulling the engine to repaint? And if it runs that well, why replace it? Fix a few minor things and enjoy it.

*randy500* · 01-21-2019, 06:48 PM

I would paint it in place, remove accessories, tape off, spray all that can be seen, just did one and it looks great.

mctattooer · 01-21-2019, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by WorkinLonghorn

Personally I would leave it and instead get a fan shroud and replace that crappy fuel line with a proper (safe) one. Then maybe run a cold air intake since you are giving up HP sucking in hot air from the radiator. If it runs good and doesn't leave a smoke screen etc. I would just run it. Fix the heater if it gets real cold there.

1977-81/82 was blue. #221 Blue from Plasticote is close I hear.

https://www.amazon.com/PlastiKote-22.../dp/B000CPI032

I'm putting fan shroud back and new fuel lines, was replacing radiator hoses. Lol

mctattooer · 01-21-2019, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Stocker

X2, it's like you were reading my mind. Maybe it's not the best color but is it worth pulling the engine to repaint? And if it runs that well, why replace it? Fix a few minor things and enjoy it.

I agree to an extent, but I wanna clean up the engine bay aswell, few hours and motor is out, not a big 305 fan for sure, but I will weigh my options thanks everybody for all the responses so far

jcwren · 01-21-2019, 07:48 PM

Just tell people that look at it and tell you that it's the wrong color that they're color blind.

hjewell2 · 01-21-2019, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by 71gmcC15

Looks close to corporate blue. I think in the 80s they where blue. But if it is ford blue then please repaint. Even of you swap it out. As for the color I would go truck red. Every one does orange.

yep it was the color early 80 s then in the late 80's I MAY BE WRONG but i think they switched to black.

68bbc/20 · 01-21-2019, 08:03 PM

it's your truck to do with what you want, but if you thought it was a 350 motor
in there would you be happy with the way it runs, sounds, lights up the back tires?

mctattooer · 01-21-2019, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 68bbc/20

it's your truck to do with what you want, but if you thought it was a 350 motor
in there would you be happy with the way it runs, sounds, lights up the back tires?

Itll burn them till I let go of the gas, kinda impressive lol

mctattooer · 01-21-2019, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by jcwren

just tell people that look at it and tell you that it's the wrong color that they're color blind.

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68bbc/20 · 01-21-2019, 08:24 PM

i'd put that money towards other upgrades and wait until it needs the motor

replaced, then you can put in what ever size you want it to be! just saying!

yuccales · 01-21-2019, 09:22 PM

Don't waste money on rattle cans for that motor, spend it on a couple more burner tires!

rpmerf · 01-22-2019, 08:40 AM

I'd just run it. Can't see what color the engine is when your driving.

sick472 · 01-22-2019, 12:19 PM

I do not know what kind of market there is for a hot 305, but you could explore selling it to a 305 lover and bulding your 350 (or whatever). A small stroked 305 would be alot of engine for small car enthusiast.

On the flip side, it sounds like it's doing the truck right, but, depending on how picky you are...the blue paint is a bit out of the norm. I'd pull it and paint it black or orange if I was building a truck with even mild show capabilties, but if it's just for me and no show...blue is my favorite color.

**jocko** · 01-22-2019, 12:33 PM

If it’s a daily driver and you’re not gonna be poppin the hood at car shows, leave it like it is and spend the money and time on more important things. If it craps out, replace it then with what you want. If it’s as stout as you say, there’s no reason at all to swap to a 350 - a stocker 350 compared to the stroked 305 might disappoint you. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. I’m either a full resto -or- bare minimum keep it going investment sorta guy.

**special-K** · 01-23-2019, 01:19 AM

I'm not a 305 guy either. I have never owned one. But if I had a truck that came with one, especially one someone put something into, I'd just run it until the truck got to where that was the only thing it needed. As far as the color? If it bugs you then paint it. No need to pull it to do that.

KQQL IT · 01-23-2019, 01:24 AM

A friend of mine says the person picking that apart is in the perfect position for a boot where the sun dont shine. Enjoy your old truck who cares what color the engine is.

slocityk20 · 01-23-2019, 01:54 AM

If it dont stink, dont kick it....run it....give it the onion!

Greasey Harley · 01-23-2019, 01:59 AM

I think the blue is pretty.

**kwmech** · 01-23-2019, 02:00 AM

I've run a couple of 305s in other vehicles, properly tuned with a mild cam, they scoot pretty good for what it is and gets decent mileage. I had an 85 with one that got 16mpg. Had no problem getting up to 65 on the freeway. So a stroker 305 ?? must be pretty torquey. What type of mileage you getting with that? I agree, fix what you got, clean it up, fix the heater, install power steering and power brakes.

mctattooer · 01-23-2019, 04:01 AM

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Originally Posted by kwmech

I've run a couple of 305s in other vehicles, properly tuned with a mild cam, they scoot pretty good for what it is and gets decent mileage. I had an 85 with one that got 16mpg. Had no problem getting up to 65 on the freeway. So a stroker 305 ?? must be pretty torquey. What type of mileage you getting with that? I agree, fix what you got, clean it up, fix the heater, install power steering and power brakes.

Not really sure on the mileage, not really to the point I can daily it yet, got a fix fuel line. And front brakes then I'll drive it a while and let you know

Mike C · 01-23-2019, 09:01 AM

If that is an Edelbrock/Carter carb you can actually buy a metal pump to carb line. I think Right Stuff makes them and I came across it at Summit.

Technically, you don’t own a 305 either. Personally, I would detail the motor with the period correct Chevy orange and drive it.

tutone · 01-23-2019, 09:56 AM

You asked... Sounds like you are looking for an excuse to pull out a perfectly good running, tire frying small block. You either don't like the displacement because others have told you 305s are not any good, or it is under performing. Sounds to me like it is performing just fine. Color? Thats a personal preference. The best thing to do is to follow your gut on this one. You dig into that engine bay for a 50 dollar cleanup and you are liable to end up with a $4500 rebuild.

01-21-2019, 05:14 PM	#1
mctattooer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: euharlee ga Posts: 107	Your guys thoughts Ok so I bought a 70 lwb, po spent good money building and stroking 305 to 335, however he painted it ford puke blue, what do you guys think. Pull motor paint it the correct color or pull motor and put in 350 since I'm not really a 305 guys.. however I will give the 305 props it sounds good and does one hell of job ruining back tires lol Attached Images

01-21-2019, 05:27 PM	#3
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,886	Re: Your guys thoughts Personally I would leave it and instead get a fan shroud and replace that crappy fuel line with a proper (safe) one. Then maybe run a cold air intake since you are giving up HP sucking in hot air from the radiator. If it runs good and doesn't leave a smoke screen etc. I would just run it. Fix the heater if it gets real cold there. 1977-81/82 was blue. #221 Blue from Plasticote is close I hear. https://www.amazon.com/PlastiKote-22.../dp/B000CPI032 __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, stereo speakers, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme. Last edited by WorkinLonghorn; 01-21-2019 at 05:33 PM.

01-21-2019, 06:48 PM	#5
randy500 Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 6,873	Re: Your guys thoughts I would paint it in place, remove accessories, tape off, spray all that can be seen, just did one and it looks great.

01-21-2019, 07:48 PM	#8
jcwren Registered User Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Flowery Branch, GA Posts: 206	Re: Your guys thoughts Just tell people that look at it and tell you that it's the wrong color that they're color blind. __________________ 1970 C10 LWB Stepside 1971 Dodge Dart 1993 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon

01-21-2019, 08:03 PM	#10
68bbc/20 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: greencastle indiana Posts: 105	Re: Your guys thoughts it's your truck to do with what you want, but if you thought it was a 350 motor in there would you be happy with the way it runs, sounds, lights up the back tires?

01-21-2019, 05:23 PM	#2
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: Your guys thoughts Looks close to corporate blue. I think in the 80s they where blue. But if it is ford blue then please repaint. Even of you swap it out. As for the color I would go truck red. Every one does orange. __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

01-21-2019, 08:24 PM	#13
68bbc/20 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: greencastle indiana Posts: 105	Re: Your guys thoughts i'd put that money towards other upgrades and wait until it needs the motor replaced, then you can put in what ever size you want it to be! just saying!

01-21-2019, 09:22 PM	#14
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,777	Re: Your guys thoughts Don't waste money on rattle cans for that motor, spend it on a couple more burner tires!

01-22-2019, 08:40 AM	#15
rpmerf Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Parkville, MD Posts: 1,024	Re: Your guys thoughts I'd just run it. Can't see what color the engine is when your driving. __________________ 1970 C20 Custom Camper - 350, TH350 1997 GMC Suburban 1994 Acura Integra GSR 1987 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z

01-22-2019, 12:19 PM	#16
sick472 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Sedalia Mo. Posts: 1,131	Re: Your guys thoughts I do not know what kind of market there is for a hot 305, but you could explore selling it to a 305 lover and bulding your 350 (or whatever). A small stroked 305 would be alot of engine for small car enthusiast. On the flip side, it sounds like it's doing the truck right, but, depending on how picky you are...the blue paint is a bit out of the norm. I'd pull it and paint it black or orange if I was building a truck with even mild show capabilties, but if it's just for me and no show...blue is my favorite color. __________________ He who is without oil shall throw the first rod. Compressions 8.7:1 1972 C10 1976 C10 (parts truck) 1985 K20

01-22-2019, 12:33 PM	#17
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: Your guys thoughts If it’s a daily driver and you’re not gonna be poppin the hood at car shows, leave it like it is and spend the money and time on more important things. If it craps out, replace it then with what you want. If it’s as stout as you say, there’s no reason at all to swap to a 350 - a stocker 350 compared to the stroked 305 might disappoint you. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. I’m either a full resto -or- bare minimum keep it going investment sorta guy.

01-23-2019, 01:19 AM	#18
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Your guys thoughts I'm not a 305 guy either. I have never owned one. But if I had a truck that came with one, especially one someone put something into, I'd just run it until the truck got to where that was the only thing it needed. As far as the color? If it bugs you then paint it. No need to pull it to do that. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

01-23-2019, 01:24 AM	#19
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,260	Re: Your guys thoughts A friend of mine says the person picking that apart is in the perfect position for a boot where the sun dont shine. Enjoy your old truck who cares what color the engine is. __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

01-23-2019, 01:54 AM	#20
slocityk20 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: San Luis Obispo Posts: 19	Re: Your guys thoughts If it dont stink, dont kick it....run it....give it the onion!

01-23-2019, 01:59 AM	#21
Greasey Harley Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Post Falls, ID Posts: 900	Re: Your guys thoughts I think the blue is pretty.



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01-23-2019, 02:00 AM	#22
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,649	Re: Your guys thoughts I've run a couple of 305s in other vehicles, properly tuned with a mild cam, they scoot pretty good for what it is and gets decent mileage. I had an 85 with one that got 16mpg. Had no problem getting up to 65 on the freeway. So a stroker 305 ?? must be pretty torquey. What type of mileage you getting with that? I agree, fix what you got, clean it up, fix the heater, install power steering and power brakes.

01-23-2019, 09:01 AM	#24
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,728	Re: Your guys thoughts If that is an Edelbrock/Carter carb you can actually buy a metal pump to carb line. I think Right Stuff makes them and I came across it at Summit. Technically, you don’t own a 305 either. Personally, I would detail the motor with the period correct Chevy orange and drive it. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

01-23-2019, 09:56 AM	#25
tutone Registered User Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: hickory, ky Posts: 1,311	Re: Your guys thoughts You asked... Sounds like you are looking for an excuse to pull out a perfectly good running, tire frying small block. You either don't like the displacement because others have told you 305s are not any good, or it is under performing. Sounds to me like it is performing just fine. Color? Thats a personal preference. The best thing to do is to follow your gut on this one. You dig into that engine bay for a 50 dollar cleanup and you are liable to end up with a $4500 rebuild. __________________ :My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=807535 1972 K10 swb/1968 Camaro 350/4spd 1955 210 2 dr sedan/1998 RCSB Z71/1977 Jeep CJ5

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