I really think the time has come to either replace this engine or rebuild it. It was rebuilt by the PO about 8 years ago, but quite honestly, from what several friends' input that really know what they are talking about, I don't think the PO did a very good job. It was rebuilt to stock anyway, which I could care less about since the engine that is in there now is actually from a '79 corvette.
My childhood friend, who has rebuilt cars all his life and is a corvette guy, just retired from the army and moved back home to my neighborhood. He is ready to jump in and help with whatever I decide. Heck, he's ready to do a frame-off If I want
We talked about doing an LS1 or LS2 and trans swap, but the money really isn't there for that right now. So do I just go crate engine, or is it worth rebuilding this engine with high quality parts? I'm just looking for 350-375 HP. Nothing crazy, just something that's fun to drive. Would I really save that much money over a crate engine if rebuilding my current one is an option?
I really wanted to get away from a carbureted engine, but if I rebuild my current one I could always add an EFI kit, right?
I realize this is a greatly open-ended question, but I always appreciate the input you guys give me. So thanks in advance
EDIT: One note...In case I rebuild the current engine I've been looking at going with Edelbrock's E-Street EFI system and rebuilding the engine to accommodate it. Any thoughts on that particular system?
My childhood friend, who has rebuilt cars all his life and is a corvette guy, just retired from the army and moved back home to my neighborhood. He is ready to jump in and help with whatever I decide. Heck, he's ready to do a frame-off If I want
We talked about doing an LS1 or LS2 and trans swap, but the money really isn't there for that right now. So do I just go crate engine, or is it worth rebuilding this engine with high quality parts? I'm just looking for 350-375 HP. Nothing crazy, just something that's fun to drive. Would I really save that much money over a crate engine if rebuilding my current one is an option?
I really wanted to get away from a carbureted engine, but if I rebuild my current one I could always add an EFI kit, right?
I realize this is a greatly open-ended question, but I always appreciate the input you guys give me. So thanks in advance
EDIT: One note...In case I rebuild the current engine I've been looking at going with Edelbrock's E-Street EFI system and rebuilding the engine to accommodate it. Any thoughts on that particular system?