68 SS Chevelle stocker questions
 

Hi
Just picked up 68 SS in pces, I want to turn it into a bit of a poor boys stocker before I at some point restore it all.
It is currently a 396 325hp 4 speed car.
I was wanting to run a 396 as I have a few
Not sure 4 speed or auto
Was maybe hoping to stay under the radar of a roll bar, but not written in stone.
Any pointers and advice would be much appreciated.
Thanks in advance

My first motor will probably be a 325 hp or 350 hp as I already have a bored block and pistons so I would like to use it and as I said to get it out for the first year or two it will be somewhat of a poor boy stocker, will not be setting any class records haha. Thanks !!!

Re: 68 SS Chevelle stocker questions
 

Roll bar is a must as per rules ,that combo will require one

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Roll bar it is 👍👍

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Find someone who can make it easier to get in and out of the car..
Like being able to get behind the front seat, creative but with in Rules..

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Buy a rule book, it will help more than you would think and save costly redos . Print a copy of 1968 engine blue print specs. Don't be afraid to speak with NHRA Tech, they are always a big help. Good luck!

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Thanks for the responses
I have a rule book for sure and have printed out engine blueprint specs. Will just have to do some reading again to learn what I've forgot.
I will probably have a few questions over the build for sure, and will touch base with my division tech for sure.
Thanks again !!!

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396-325 auto,proven combo. Down side fits in tough classes lots of chances for heads up runs.

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Yes I was kind of wondering that also but One thing is until I can travel a little more most of the reasonably local NHRA opens that I might catch close by don't get to many cars, so might be a smaller chance for a heads up.
Other choice I have is a 70 nova I could use and maybe use a different combo.
The nova I have no issues with welding in a roll bar, Frame connectors etc., chevelle was a little on the fence with doing a roll bar in it, but I guess I would, want to do a little playing with one of them.

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Look into the S&W roll bars. They make an awesome kit that fits perfectly without hacking up the car. For ease of entry and exit I would suggest a swing out bar. A little extra money but well worth it.

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Sounds good, have used there stuff before with good results, thx