Final build ideas, last thread about it promise
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Final build ideas, last thread about it promise
Okay trucks in my sig, I have a block with everything minus the heads.. I'm looking at the following options:
1. Bore the block to a 306, buy one of these 2 kits 1995 FORD 5.0L/302 Trick Flow Specialties Cylinder Head Combos - Mobile SummitRacing.com
2. Bore the block to a 306, stock intake, Ford racing gt40x heads, good cam, and long tubes.
3.(probably most expensive) bore to a 347 buy a eagle rotating kit, heads and the whole 9 yards..
What will be my best option for both performance and reliability. What can I expect for total cost and performance..
1. Bore the block to a 306, buy one of these 2 kits 1995 FORD 5.0L/302 Trick Flow Specialties Cylinder Head Combos - Mobile SummitRacing.com
2. Bore the block to a 306, stock intake, Ford racing gt40x heads, good cam, and long tubes.
3.(probably most expensive) bore to a 347 buy a eagle rotating kit, heads and the whole 9 yards..
What will be my best option for both performance and reliability. What can I expect for total cost and performance..
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whats the best option, im leaning towardss the trick flow kit.. just because thats all im lookin to do other than the headers.. will i need to do anythin to the bottom end? im sending the block to the machine shop soon
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Depending on cam, you shouldn't need to do anything to the bottom end. With a 306 and some compression with the trick flow heads and a good cam, you shoul have some power. I know out of a mustang that gets you around 350 to th wheels. Will be a bit less in the truck obviously but definitely fun.
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I'm not sure that cam will work well with your truck. The lobe separation is off. Should be no less than 114 unless you want vacuum issues. Wait for Conanski to post. He will be able to set you strait.
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Get a custom cam designed for your truck. Hence why I suggest the trick flow heads used and use the extra money to get a good cam that will meet your needs.
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