355 problem

[RedEightySix]

I would highly advise against 2.73 gears if you're driving around town. 3.73 is what I have in my truck and I love them, that is with a 700R4, 2400 stall and an eaton locker in the rear. 2.73's were WAYY to sluggish for me, couldn't even power brake it.

[greatdane]

The plan is for 3.73s but I am cashed out for now! I will get different gears soon after I get it running. I am not sure if they are 2.73 or not can you tell by the vin#?

[Lt.Del]

with 2.73 and an OD trans, you could break 200mph top end, but, it would take 3 days to get there.

[greatdane]

Here it is better late than never!!!! Shipped today! I should get it tue or wed.....

[74k20]

Very nice looking motor.  Congrats on getting this resolved. 

Question, is the paint inside the head exhaust ports along with the water pump and fuel pump?  Are all the exposed threads also painted? 

Don't really matter, maybe I waist way too much time masking stuff off.  Looking at the pictures makes me drool. and want to do another detail on mine.

Again, looks nice.

MJ

[beastie_3]

Im glad Uncle Rico put the fear into the engine builder!

[Irish_Alley]

godddd are you going to finish those tots

[RedEightySix]

with 2.73 and an OD trans, you could break 200mph top end, but, it would take 3 days to get there.

I guess that would explain why my 700R4 would never go into over drive when i had my 2.73's.

[greatdane]

I got the engine today it looks as good as the pictures! I will be putting it in the truck Saturday!!!