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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Engine/Drivetrain => Topic started by: rockable on December 17, 2012, 09:25:55 pm

Title: New Crate Engine
Post by: rockable on December 17, 2012, 09:25:55 pm

I replaced my clapped out 305 with a base 350 crate engine.  I put an Edelbrock Performer intake and a Performer 1403 carburetor on it,, along with a standard HEI distributor.  I am still fine tuning the jetting on the carburetor but I can honestly say this was a HUGE improvement over my tired 305. 

My truck is actually fun to drive now.  I probably have $2,000 in the whole job and I would highly recommend it to anyone who is looking to upgrade the performance of their truck.  I look forward to driving it for a long time to come!

Title: Re: New Crate Engine
Post by: thirsty on December 17, 2012, 09:42:08 pm

I've always thought crate engines were a great deal.
Your right, the difference between a tired 305 and a fresh 350 is night and day!
Enjoy your new power plant.

Title: Re: New Crate Engine
Post by: 454Man on December 18, 2012, 09:07:48 am

Glad to see you got it back in the road. Where did you get the engine from?

Title: Re: New Crate Engine
Post by: rockable on December 18, 2012, 04:17:46 pm

Engine came from Summit. $1560 delivered.

Title: New Crate Engine
Post by: numbr3t on December 18, 2012, 06:21:11 pm

What are the hp specs on it?

Title: Re: New Crate Engine
Post by: rockable on December 18, 2012, 08:23:21 pm

Well, the spec is 195 hp but that is a worst case figure.  I put low back pressure exhaust on it and used the stock exhaust manifolds.  So, I guess about 230.  There are some articles about hot ridding this particular engine and they got about 250 with headers, as I recall.  It is nice and torquey and should get decent mileage when I get it jetted right and broken in.

Title: Re: New Crate Engine
Post by: rockable on December 18, 2012, 08:26:15 pm

Here you go.  http://www.chevyhiperformance.com/techarticles/46320_gm_350_crate_engine_build/viewall.html