GT question

[sox]

I have a 1983 Malibu Wagon and was wondering about running in SSGT class. After trying to find a motor to run in stock with no luck was wondering about SSGT. Any suggestions pertaining to engine combo”s would be great as I have never run class racing.

[Greg Hill]

There are two 305 combinations in the guide to run stock and are pretty good. As far as SSGT pretty much any V8 GM motor in the guide will work.

[BigBlockBill]

I would think a 305 from a Malibu or Malibu wagon would be almost as common as bellybuttons. I'd guess if you post here looking for one that someone would have a few they would be willing to sell.

If you do go the GT route I think a 327 350 horse L79 would be a good choice. The 350 hp was achieved at a reasonable 5800 RPM and max torque of 360 lb ft at just 3800 RPM.

[sox]

I did have a line on a 305 but out of my price range. Not that easy to find one for me at least.

[Greg Hill]

If a 305 stocker motor is out of your price range you really need to re=think SSGT.

[sox]

16k was a bit much for me to spend on a 305 motor.

[Mark Yacavone]

Originally Posted by BigBlockBill

I would think a 305 from a Malibu or Malibu wagon would be almost as common as bellybuttons. I'd guess if you post here looking for one that someone would have a few they would be willing to sell.

If you do go the GT route I think a 327 350 horse L79 would be a good choice. The 350 hp was achieved at a reasonable 5800 RPM and max torque of 360 lb ft at just 3800 RPM.

L79 is stick shift only

[Greg Hill]

Post in the classified section here and other sites that you are looking for a 305 stocker motor. If you’re patient you should be able to get a .5 under motor for 5-7k.