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the engine is stock, its a gm long block. it says with a 4bbl carb and headers it will put out 290hp. also the thing is i dont know all the specifics on the performance parts that are on the old engine.... i know it has a holley 4bbl but i dont know what size it is, it has headers, and im planing on putting a bigger comp cam, not sure the size of those either, i havent pulled the old engine yet. the old engine had some nice power to it, but i want more power, not only that that but the guy i bought it from was a complete idiot and just slapped the engine together ....it didnt last long. so im replacing it. heres the info on the long block.

Specifications:

Horsepower: 290 HP @ 5,100 RPM
Torque: 326 FT/LBS @ 3,750 RPM
Max. Rec. RPM: 5,100 RPM
Compression Ratio: 8.50:1
Heads: Cast Iron, 76 cc
Camshaft Lift: Flat Tappet Duration @ 0.050'': 222° I, 222°
Lifters: Flat Tappet
Connecting Rod:
Powdered Metal
Block: 4 Bolt Main
Pistons & Pins: Aluminum
Crankshaft: Cast Iron Nodular, 3.480'' Stroke
Rocker Arm: 1.5
Ignition Timing: 34° BTDC total advance.
Fuel: 87 Octane
The camshaft has .450'' intake and .460'' exhaust lift with hydraulic flat tappets. The cast iron cylinder heads have 1.94'' intake and 1.50'' exhaust

i dont have to meet emissions standards

so i guess building more torque would be smart too. any tips on getting this thing to crank out 350hp and more torque? im on a very limited budget, so the cheapest way always helps . thanks again