that will work,now you have something to build on.

 

If you have the cash go for it. If not, it's possible to start with the 305 you already have. Keep in mind that any bolt ons you get for the 305 will also fit a 350, so you can upgrade to a 350 later on after you see what bolt ons give you the best result. If it was maintained the 305 should still be a very good running motor after 5-6 years.

 

thanks a lot I didn't realize just how much an engine would cost until the last couple of days. I think I will buy some additional pieces from jegs probably and my mom has partial ownership of a garage from my grandfather so they might be able to install them for me. If not I'm sure the company I've been taking it to will help me out
Thanks
Danny

 

Another Dumb Question:
If I buy a new engine does that solve everything or are there other pieces that should be tuned up/replaced
http://www.crateenginedepot.com/stor...x?Product_ID=4
That's what I'm looking at, any complaints?

 

The only things I don't like about this motor are the offset pistons, they tend to wear the cyl bores more and sooner than a standard piston. The smaller 1.50, 1.94 valves, I'm doing 1.60, 2.02 valves for alot less than $4k. It may give you a 100k miles, it may pass emissions, but it won't give you fuel mileage. Other that that, this is a good rock solid motor that will make a little bit more power than mine in a fairly complete bolt in package. However, my torque will be in a little bit more user friendly RPM range 2000-2700. Looks like you'll need a carb for it. Probably a 650-750 CFM range, 650 if you go Q-jet which is all I run.

 

so i should look into another engine, or modifying that one from the above website a few posts up. Or should i look for another engine, some people said something about jegs motors but i really am indecisive

 

I'm old school. My Z is 27 years old, the motors never been apart, and I still drive her to and from work when the weather permits. Granted it needs to be rebuilt but it still runs very good. The small block's been around since the 50's and being that mine is nearly 30 years old and still running that proves to me that the design is sound. I don't stray to far from what GM engineered. I'm not saying that a crate motor is a bad idea, just an expensive one. Theres cheaper options available that will give you the same, or alittle less power, in a more usable package. The 327 I'm building won't make the torque that this motors making, but, the HP will be in the same range. I bet I could run right along side, maybe even beat that motor with mine, and I hav'nt got more than $1400 in mine using all standard 60's era GM parts, no high perf except for the mild cam. I should redline at 5500-6000 w/peak torque at around 2200-2700 which is right where crusing RPM is on the freeway. If your going to spend $4000, I think it possible to build a better motor than the one you're looking at.

 

I got an 81 camaro berlinetta... i thought they came with 6 cylinders... or was that 305 put in it? and if so why would they put a 305 in it if they were gonna swap that engine. Well my 81 came with a 6 cylinder and i got a 350 in with a turbo 350 tranny... had some work done to the 350, made it a 383... to make this short though, the shop that did the work for me totally tried to screw me over as i discussed in a previous thread and for the price i paid for the work to the engine (which i have some GREAT parts put into it, but way to much money) i could have bought a brand new 350 crate motor doing just as much hp as my 383 and got a new tranny for it. Just check out the gmgoodwrench website to see what they got engine wise that u may be interested. it may save u some money.

and personally i wouldnt work on that 305 if u want somthing with hp... iv never really liked the 305 a whole lot... always considered it chevys lemon engine lol... or course thats just my opinion though.

 

I have a 81 camaro and I just began the engine build. The engine machining cost me 1000 with the parts. I still need heads, intake, carb rebuild, water pump and so on. It will cost me close to 1600 when Im done. I would do that since its cheaper than a crate and still will put out close to 400 horse.

its a 4 bolt main and all cast pistons. I didnt need forged.

Just consider building a engine.

 

i have a 79 28 and if i were you i would go to one of the do it yourself junk yards ( if yall have one) and pull a 350 from an old car or preferably a truck cause trucks usually have 4 bolt main blocks. around here a the whole motor cost less than 100.00 this will give you some experience ( i take it you dont have much) and you will need it. you can rebuild the 350 while still driving the car and build more power for less money and get the experience and elation of knowing you did it yourself and be able to take your time doing it. plus later on if something happens you will have a basic idea of how to fix it.