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Old Apr 8, 2008 | 02:09 PM
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Hi Gary, I vote for staying with the Y-Block. It would be much less work and the 351 is becoming more and more common. It's good to look in there and see that 312. Jag
 
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Old Apr 8, 2008 | 03:53 PM
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I too would stick with the Yblock, not because of the work though, I just think it is cool, and they really are pretty engines when cleaned up. If you want the 351clevland don't let the amount of work discourage you if that is what you truely want it will be worth it when you are done.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2008 | 07:15 PM
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From all the feedback by everyone, I think I`ll stay with the 312ci. The only problem
I have (being the cheapskate I am) is justifying the cost of an AOD adapter to 312.
Anyway, THE 312ci is cool, getting harder to find, and as some have said, just looks good, and also has it`s own unique sound.
Thanks for every ones opinion, and those who like the 351C, I totally respect your
opinion - It`s a great engine.
Any one know of someone who sells an adapter less expensive than Brendston`s (sp.)?
Thanks again.

Gary
 
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Old Apr 8, 2008 | 07:44 PM
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Go with the 312. I raced them back in the early 60s. Had lots of fun
whipping the chevys.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2008 | 10:28 PM
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Hey, grumpy, Where did you race them back in the 60`s. Bet you have some stories.
Thanks for the input.

Gary
 
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Old Apr 9, 2008 | 07:33 AM
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I feel like it's status quo for people to rip out a perfectly good workhorse like the 312 and throw in garden variety engines like 350s, 302s, 351s etc. It's too common for my tastes (it'd be one thing if you originally had a six banger). There isn't much better looking than a Y-block with a Thunderbird dress up kit and a fresh coat of red paint.

Why are you going with an AOD? I think it would behoove you to go with a C4 which has far better internal gears, and just swap to a higher ratio 9" rear if your concern is MPGs
 
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Old Apr 9, 2008 | 02:52 PM
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hi gusso
raced at ramona & carlsbad raceways and a whole lot of street
racing in national city & chula vista ca. did a little oval dirt track
at cajon speedway in el cajon & mexico.
thanks
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Old Apr 9, 2008 | 03:11 PM
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Thats the stuff memories are made of and you got `em

My best to you

Gary
 
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