Thread: Chevy 305 Generation question.
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09-08-2016 07:20 PM #1
Chevy 305 Generation question.
Hello everyone, I have recently found a 305 fuel injection engine for sale for fairly cheap. Obviously I plan on getting it rebuilt. My only question is the generation of it. The guy I am getting it off us only said that it is a 1996 with vortec heads. Only things I know that had a 305 in 96 was Fullsize trucks. I'm just unsure if it is a Gen I Small Block or a Gen II LST. Any help is appreciated.
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09-09-2016 06:04 AM #2
For starters, run the #s off the block..
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09-09-2016 09:31 AM #3
How cheap is cheap and how much will it cost to rebuild it? You have to realize a 350 crate motor with a 2 or 3 year warranty is a much better investment then that 305... If you are going to be spending over 1200 or 1300 to rebuild the 305 you will be money ahead to do a 350 crate. Just my opinion.
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09-09-2016 01:51 PM #4
If its a Gen 1 305 I would save my money and find a 327 or 350 after you run the numbers to see if its really a 305, Vortech where good heads though, the smogger early 80's 305 heads are terrible in my opinion. If everything is equal as in wear, it will cost the same for a rebuild on a 350 as it would a 305. Having fun is the main thing in hot rodding and a its not much fun after you spend all the money and labor on a motor that doesn't run very well. Good luck & have fun. MattWhy is mine so big and yours so small, Chrysler FirePower
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