I've got a '79 c30 with a 454/sm465 combo in a crew cab dually. Its got roughly 150k on it or so and runs absolutely amazing. I want to rebuild it/freshen it up though as it is burning some oil on start up. I figure new rings, get the heads redone, new bearings, and new gaskets at a minimum. Plus fresh ignition parts as well.
I love the power delivery of the motor, I love how it pulls from idle cleanly but more power is always welcome. Since rebuilding it anyway I know there's some easy power to be found. What would you guys suggest? Im not against even a new set of heads or anything I just dont want to put together a mis matched set of parts and lose the clean delivery it has now.
I was thinking since the compression is so low stock maybe just a piston swap, and headers would see a nice increase in power for a cheap investment. I would do some port work/matching on the heads and intake too since that costs nothing.
Anyway im just typing away I know alot of you guys are way more knowledgeable than I am so any input is much appreciated!