Hello from a new member, The AzPatriot
Hello to all,
I am totally new to not only this forum but, to all forums. I have never done this so I request a little guidance and consideration if I make bonehead mistakes.
A little about me is I am a born and raised Rebel from the Blue Ridge mountains of VA but, for the last 45 years I have lived in sunny AZ. I am the new owner of a 1923 T Bucket with a small block Chevy 350. It also has a 400 transmission. The reason I have come here is it's been so long since I worked on engines I have forgotten most of what I knew. I like the engine on my T-Bucket but it just doesn't sound as nice as I want. This is what brings me here. I have a 350 block with 4 bolt mains, a set of double bumper heads and a new Eagle 383 Stroker crank. What I want to know is what is the best and least expensive way to get to 425-450 hp with a nice sounding cam that I can set on my Bucket and not only draw attention which is what we all want anyway but, also have a bit of kick when I get on it. The T-Bucket has 21" MTs on the rear and due to the light weight they brake loose rather easily. I really want the rod to sound bad ass with not necessarily being bad ass. I look forward to your suggestions. Thank you. Wayne
Wow, That's what I'm talking about
Yes, they do have that saying and at 65 years old I guess that's what I really want for my T-Bucket. I listened to your engine running and as soon as it ended I need a cigarette and a shower. Damn that sounds exactly the way I want my engine to sound. I have a local friend here who just finished his Stroker and his engine sounds like yours as well. I am really leaning to do the Stroker because with 1,800 lbs or so in weight I guess all I have to do is hold on, pray and try and figure some way to remove this silly grin from my face. Thanks for the feedback.
Wayne