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Old Feb 17, 2012 | 08:14 PM
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'79 Ford 302 build

Hello, Im in need of some help choosing parts for my 79 ford 302 engine going in for 92 ford flareside.

Mods to date are: long tube headers, dual exhaust, performer intake, 600cfm carb, and ported 79 heads.. it has a 4 speed std trans, 4.10 gears and 33" tires.

My question is about a good cam and heads for my setup. I have been looking at GT40 heads, and a Isky 270 Mega Cam. Does anyone agree with my choice or am I way off for what i want to accomplish of a truck with some power, and a nice sound idle.

Any better combo I should be going with?

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Old Feb 19, 2012 | 08:00 PM
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It should be alright. Your parts seem compatible and the manual trans will be forgiving. Have the cam degreed for best performance.
 
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Old Mar 31, 2012 | 02:41 AM
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Cool to see someone building a Granada. There is a local guy that has one going low 11s with a 351w. It's a real head turner!
 
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