Pontiac Combo's

[Mark Yacavone]

Originally Posted by Ed Fernandez

Ask Billy Nees about the 301 Pontiac.If he's in a good mood he'll give you a wealth of info.

Okay Ed, so now everybody knows who brought you know who's name into this discussion first. Not me!


Richard , I based my original answer on which Pontiac V8 could qualify at Indy for the least amount of money spent. You didn't say whether it had to be in one of the higher classes or not.
There are plenty of other good combos; some mentioned, some not yet.
If you want to be a player in the 10 and 11 second classes , get ready to spend a bunch of money on the heads, transmission, etc . Same as any other brand...You know the drill.

[Ed Fernandez]

Originally Posted by Mark Yacavone

Okay Ed, so now everybody knows who brought you know who's name into this discussion first. Not me!


Richard , I based my original answer on which Pontiac V8 could qualify at Indy for the least amount of money spent. You didn't say whether it had to be in one of the higher classes or not.
There are plenty of other good combos; some mentioned, some not yet.
If you want to be a player in the 10 and 11 second classes , get ready to spend a bunch of money on the heads, transmission, etc . Same as any other brand...You know the drill.

Come on Mark,we know he's a modest man.Never one to blow his own horn.

[Richard Grant]

Mark, thanks for your input. I did have in mind say G/SA or higher but I enjoy your input also. You are right on. I was hoping someone would bring out a combo that I haven't considered and you did.

[brent flynn]

Originally Posted by Richard Grant

Mark, thanks for your input. I did have in mind say G/SA or higher but I enjoy your input also. You are right on. I was hoping someone would bring out a combo that I haven't considered and you did.

Richard, are you thinkin of buildin' a Pontiac?

Rich, the 68 Firebird 400 D port engine is a great combo. You can run well under the index with ( Not Trick ) But good stuff in the engine. The place to spend money right away on it is..... Trans... a 350 or lighter with a 2.75 gearset. 200 is the best choice. A good 8" converter. Fuel system, Not a Holley black pump with 3/8 line. An Aeromotive system, Magnaflow, ect.
A good carb. Start with a good base and work from there. Learn the combo and have fun doing it. Your car is the right car. You have most of the pieces you need. Good Luck....