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Old 05-25-2008, 10:29 PM
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I have a 302 that I rebuild about 6 years ago but has only about 2000 mile on it. the car was wrecked and been setting. I put marvel mystery oil in the the cylinders before i stored it. what would need to be done before I put it a truck. also I have a set of 79 351w heads would this increase hp or something else better this will be a daily driver. thanks for your help.
   
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Old 05-25-2008, 11:45 PM
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What year is the motor? 79 heads are about the worst you could possibly have(smog era), if your motor is significantly older or newer than that it's got better heads already. If the motor turns over freely it's good to go.
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