New TV purchased; seeking engine advice
Starting this to clear some internet clutter from many hours of research; I need to have a more clear focus for my budget, which will be about $4k all in for the motor. I really wanted a 6.6, but the ...
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DaveF-250SD wrote:
I would keep it gas to keep maintenance costs low. When overhauling the 350, upgrade it to 383 c.i.. If it was mine, I would swap to a 454. The extra 80 horsepower and 110-ish ft. lbs. of torque increase will make a world of difference. I love my '77 C-20 454 pickup. Good luck with the Suburban.
I think the 454 idea is shelved; expensive to build and are gas hogs loaded or not. If I could figure a way to get the same mileage as the 350 when unloaded I might reconsider.
While pulling the steering apart I inspected the bottom of the block; other than being coated from a bad steering pump leak, it's clear of oil and coolant stains. It actually looks really good under there. Considering how good it runs I'm hoping it will hold together long enough to get funds set aside; I'm beginning to like the 383 idea the more I read about it. If I go that route new heads and intake are also on the list.
