Quote Originally Posted by Mattnshilp View Post
....But I really prefer manual. Is that a "No-No" with these cars? Most seam to come automatic.

Is the Snug Harbor Hot Rod Engine a decent engine? I have never heard of it.
Automatics are much easier to build, and many prefer their "convenience". I too prefer a manual, opting for the old saying "Real Hot Rods have three pedals", but would definitely advise a five or six speed with a strong overdrive for the road. I run 4.11's with a Tremec TKO600, scary strong through the gears but cruises 2000rpm at just a hair over 70mph.

Can't help you with Snug Harbor. They're an Oklahoma company with good web advertising. Might call them and ask for some references?