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91chevywt · 09-29-2011, 12:49 PM

I wouldn't put a new crank/pistons in a block without taking it to a machine shop, and this will take you out of your budget quick.

I would go with a cheap 2 bolt 350 short block and leave the stock crank/pistons in it. Get vortec heads or port heads to flow similar, go with an LT1 or LT4 cam, keep the TPI, and get a cheap tune. You'll have a reliable 300 HP for less than $1000

http://www.tbichips.com/bluewhale.htm

I came across this build which is very simple. I was pretty impressed with it, especially since it's a TBI truck

09-29-2011, 12:49 PM	#16
91chevywt Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: NJ Posts: 819 iTrader: (2)	I wouldn't put a new crank/pistons in a block without taking it to a machine shop, and this will take you out of your budget quick. I would go with a cheap 2 bolt 350 short block and leave the stock crank/pistons in it. Get vortec heads or port heads to flow similar, go with an LT1 or LT4 cam, keep the TPI, and get a cheap tune. You'll have a reliable 300 HP for less than $1000 http://www.tbichips.com/bluewhale.htm I came across this build which is very simple. I was pretty impressed with it, especially since it's a TBI truck __________________