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04-12-2008, 09:41 PM | #11 |
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Re: 427/425 stocker engine
Thanks Jeff,,for the reply regarding the rocker arms and studs. That does sound like a good way to go, especially from a strength standpoint. I assume these are all in the GM Performance Parts catalog. I've got a friend with a 69 Camaro thinking about putting a 375/396 combo together after this season. We're in the parts gathering mode right now. Good luck on your season too................... Danny Durham
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04-12-2008, 10:32 PM | #12 |
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Thanks again, Joe. I thought it might be quite hard to piece together that engine. With help from racers on this website maybe not too bad. Originally I was going to do the 350-300hp engine for F/SA.since I have all that stuff and am more familiar with that. Ever since Bobby De Armond hit that 9 sec.run at Mission (I have that video and watch it quite often) I've been impressed with A/SA. and also his car of course. I'm leaning toward the 427, knowing it'll cost more, but if it doesn't work out I'll do a smallblock. Gonna check out that Holroyd carb. Again, thanks Joe. Jesse
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04-13-2008, 09:07 AM | #13 |
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Re: 427/425 stocker engine
jesse,i hope i can talk you into hanging 3 pedals under the dashboard!!!
that combo is screaming for a 4 speed!!! brings the fun factor up to the moon it's good to see your getting back into racing,how's everything?? |
04-13-2008, 10:42 AM | #14 |
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Jesse you old dog,
Just couldn't stay away, could you? Yes, the early 041 heads were without bolt bosses. I've had several sets here. If I remember correctly, they all had 1967 date codes. Boy, you're lookin' to jump right into the thick of things with an A/SA. It'll take a lot of dry-wall to keep that thing going. Just kidding! Glad you're thinking of a comeback. Jerry |
04-13-2008, 02:00 PM | #15 |
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Re: 427/425 stocker engine
And you can buy'em over the partscounter...It goes very well with the "approved" aluminum heads and thats probably the real reason it was lobbyed in..not shortage of them...it may not show that much gain on a 427 though...
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04-14-2008, 12:41 AM | #16 |
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Hi Rick. I didn't know you lurked around on this site. I am doing fine. All this started with my going to the Sportsnationals and some divisional races as of late. Should have stayed away. More importantly, how is that hugger orange camaro? Are you treating her well? I hope you are having fun with it. If it wouldn't have been backhalved for superstock I'd have kept it. Good to hear from you. Jesse
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Hi Jerry. Good to hear from you. I don't know why I never thought to email you regarding the 041heads. You would know. The date codes on them are F 10 8 and F 27 8. That means 1968. I found that odd. I hope they are as good as the ones with accessory bolt holes. Do you know? I don't have them anymore. I donated them to the Stealy benefit auction. Are you and your son still racing? Again, good to hear from you and I hope to see you sometimes. Jesse
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04-14-2008, 01:01 AM | #18 |
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Rick. No way on the 4-speed. I truly enjoy them by watching others drive them. Just too hard on the car/drivetrain. At the Sportsnationals I watch Kevin Helms drive his camaro to the winners circle. He is a great driver. Not many can drive a stick like he does. Gotta take the easy way.......automatic. Jesse
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04-14-2008, 01:11 AM | #19 |
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Barry. Who makes the aluminum replacement heads? Is it Edelbrock? I really want to do an iron head engine. Heads are the key for me. Until I find good heads I won't buy the rest of the top end. Shortblock is not a problem. Thanks for the reply. Jesse
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04-14-2008, 01:47 AM | #20 |
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Jesse, Edelbrock makes the GM Performance parts heads. Come on, put a stick in it, you'll love it.
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