Ouch – Are we’re being kinda rough on this guy? Maybe I’m missing something here but he’s already got the truck and just bought a 350 TBI and is looking to use it as a base to replace his lil’ ol’ 305 wheezer. He didn’t mention racing or a budget, rather wanting to build 400 horsepower (over twice what the 305 would make on its best day) and asked for help.

I certainly don’t want to pick a fight with either Tech or Shine (both of whom I greatly respect) but maybe this guy just wants the experience of “building a motor” and having a great cruzin’ truck. I’ve driven my share of warmed up SBC trucks and while they’ve not held a candle to a 502 big block Chevelle, they can be fun to drive to the local A&W or the lumber yard. Hope we haven’t scared him off.

Regards All,
Glenn