73SC wrote:

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Obvious choice is a big block Mark. Why screw around with a mouse when you can have a RAT. 

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 I knew it was only a matter of time before the BB Hooligans showed up lol!

Anyway, all things being equal, how would a SBC, say 400 CI stack up to a BBC 396 (406)? Relatively the same displacement, but 200 lbs less for the SB. Would the BB still crush it?

I think to get that big old poncho moving you should get the most torque for your dollar whatever that is. The 383 is marketed as a service replacement for the 5.7 in trucks so it has healthy torque numbers a large displacement sbc and small displace BBC will probably show similar numbers. As Delta says get the book at the parts counter, its free, at least at my Cadillac dealer it is. There are pages of choices there with dyno charts for all if not most engines sold. 

cdnpont wrote:

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73SC wrote:

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Obvious choice is a big block Mark. Why screw around with a mouse when you can have a RAT. 

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 I knew it was only a matter of time before the BB Hooligans showed up lol!

 

Anyway, all things being equal, how would a SBC, say 400 CI stack up to a BBC 396 (406)? Relatively the same displacement, but 200 lbs less for the SB. Would the BB still crush it?

 

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           Once you drive a big car with a Big Block  you would never ever go to a sbc   383 strokers are dogs     Spend the money and run with the big dogs (or go home)  

73SC wrote:

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I was going to say that but knew Carl would set the record straight. 

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         Hey man   we love you, and you have a gorgeous ride, with awesome work done on it by you......

        Please look at   big blocks   why ??      

         TORQUE   TORQUE TORQUE    

If I had that kind of coin to spend, I'd have to do this Ray,

Connect & Cruise

...but that ain't going to happen...unless I decide to work till I'm 70.

Of course I'd love some kind of BB, who wouldn't, and perhaps in the evolution of things, that might happen someday, but until then, I think a stroker would fit the bill nicely.

From what I've read, they do give a surprisingly good bang for the buck when done right. And what really appeals to me, it that I'll not have to modify anything else to make this work under hood. Plug and play.

I do appreciate the opinions Carl.

But there is one thing I'd like to admit.

I've had more than a few friends pull the SB to go BB. And it didn't always go as planned, as the mighty Rat didn't quite live up to the reputation. In fact they regretted the switch and said they wanted the SB back...

....And then they burned rubber all the way down my street.

I`m guessing an LT1 would be too much work to put in? Has to be a few old roadmasters around for cheap dollar.

70 SS ACADIAN wrote:

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I`m guessing an LT1 would be too much work to put in? Has to be a few old roadmasters around for cheap dollar.

 

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         he already has a NEW HO 350 small block  in it     

350 HO Turn-Key Chevrolet Performance Crate Engine

From air cleaner to oil pan, this affordable and powerful 350 comes with it all

The classic 350 Small-Block engine has powered countless project cars since its introduction in the 1967 Camaro and it is easy to understand why: it makes great power and torque in a compact, affordable package. Thats exactly what you get in our 350 HO Turn-Key crate engine.

Construction begins with a brand-new engine block with four-bolt mains, which delivers greater strength than that old two-bolt block you were thinking of rebuilding. We also add a set of brand-new Vortec iron heads and a hydraulic flat-tappet camshaft with 0.435/0.460-inch lift specs. It gives the engine the idle quality of a true muscle car without the need for periodic lash adjustments.

As one of Chevrolet Performances Turn-Key engines, the 350 HO Turn-Key comes with the intake manifold and distributor installed. It also includes the carburetor, front-accessory kit, starter, fuel pump and spark plug wires. Its just about everything you need to get this classic 350 up and running in your project vehicle.

350 HO Tech Specs:
Engine type: Chevy small-block V8
Displacement (cu in): 350
Bore x stroke (in): 4.00 x 3.48
Block (P/N 10105123): Cast iron with 4-bolt main caps
Crankshaft (P/N 14088526): Nodular iron
Connecting rods (P/N 10108688): Powdered metal steel
Pistons (P/N 12514101): Cast aluminum
Camshaft type (P/N 24502476): Hydraulic flat tappet
Camshaft lift (in): .435 intake/.460 exhaust
Camshaft duration (@.050 in): 212° intake/222° exhaust
Cylinder heads (P/N 12558060): Vortec iron; 64cc chambers
Valve size (in): 1.94 intake/1.50 exhaust
Compression ratio: 9.4:1
Rocker arms (P/N 10089648): Stamped steel
Rocker arm ratio: 1.5:1
Water pump (P/N 88894341): Cast iron, long-style
Flexplate (P/N 14088765): 12.75"
Recommended fuel: 92 octane
Ignition timing: Base 10° BTDC, 32° Total
Maximum recommended rpm: 5500
Balanced: External

Note: Distributor with melonized steel gear MUST be used with long-blocks and Partial engines with steel camshafts, or engine damage will occur.

Installation Notes:
Comes with externally balanced flexplate for automatic transmission; requires externally balanced flywheel for manual transmission.
Has right-side oil dipstick
Requires fuel line from fuel pump to carburetor
Fuel pump pressure is pre-set; fuel pressure regulator not required
Some assembly and minor engine tuning required
Designed for pre-1976 street vehicles or any off-road vehicle
Not intended for marine applications

70 SS ACADIAN wrote:

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well then I dont think a small block will cut it then

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         nope.... never will