need more horsepower
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need more horsepower
is there anything i can do to the straight 6 thats in my 64 truck to increase hp im not really worried about top end peformance but i sure would like to get some healthy low end torque . a little tire smoke if you know what i mean<!-- / message -->
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From: Charlotte
William is half right. A 6 banger can be made to have serious horsepower, but you will need that fat wallet. The 300 big 6 (not offered in 64) can be made to have the same horsepower as a 302, with an intake change and addition of a 4 barrel carb. For the money though (here is where William is completely right!), I would do a V8. Especially if you have to do any engine swaps. I swapped from a 300 to 390 and haven't regretted it one bit.
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From: Elizabethtown, PA
The 300 six is a great engine, and not a difficult swap. Quickest, easiest, most inexpensive way to get good power without going to an 8 (and if you go with an 8, I recommend a big block).
However, if you want to fight the big battle, you can learn all about getting more power out of your existing six here.
However, if you want to fight the big battle, you can learn all about getting more power out of your existing six here.
