I pulled my 390 and after removing a piston I was able to tell that is a 2V 390.
There were no distinguishing exterior marks. Is there any difference between a 2 and 4 barrel engine, on the bottom end? I'm looking maybe just getting a crate short block. If I do would there be anything specialized as far as putting the engine back together? I understand everything must be torqued correctly. As far as deck hieghts??? checking clearances? this is where I lack the expertise. Should I get my heads re-done? or checked for straightness?
The heads are C8AE-H... would this be worthwhile or should I just invest in a long block?