Matt Braun
Member
I know this topic has been posted extensively, and I am very appreciative of that. I'm having a bit of difficulty sorting through all the material. Even though I can make my way through most repairs I have never built an engine and don't plan to with this project. What I'm looking for is specific advice for this build. I will do my best to detail the project and goals. Thanks much in advance.
1984 Chevy K15 SWB (mostly parts now but have line of site to complete, clean body.
Have 14 bolt semi-float and corp 10 in 4.10 ready to swap in for the factory one wheeled wonder.
I would like to build a 496 based off a 427T. This would be matched to a 700r4 and NP205 combo. Primary use would be cruising...likely to be a pavement queen.
The truck will be on a 6" lift with 38" tires.
I am aware of the general pros/cons of 427t block vs. 454 base block and am drawn to the appeal of the 427t block. I have not secured block yet but know where I can get one.
Performance goals would be 600-ish lb/ft. of torque. Naturally aspirated.
Budget - not defined. I know the tranny choice is going to cost me to get it built reliable enough to handle that kind of power. I want to do this right so am not putting any budgetary constraints in place. That also doesn't mean I plan to be stupid with project cost.
Once again - thanks for everyone's contributions to this site. It's pretty amazing.
1984 Chevy K15 SWB (mostly parts now but have line of site to complete, clean body.
Have 14 bolt semi-float and corp 10 in 4.10 ready to swap in for the factory one wheeled wonder.
I would like to build a 496 based off a 427T. This would be matched to a 700r4 and NP205 combo. Primary use would be cruising...likely to be a pavement queen.
The truck will be on a 6" lift with 38" tires.
I am aware of the general pros/cons of 427t block vs. 454 base block and am drawn to the appeal of the 427t block. I have not secured block yet but know where I can get one.
Performance goals would be 600-ish lb/ft. of torque. Naturally aspirated.
Budget - not defined. I know the tranny choice is going to cost me to get it built reliable enough to handle that kind of power. I want to do this right so am not putting any budgetary constraints in place. That also doesn't mean I plan to be stupid with project cost.
Once again - thanks for everyone's contributions to this site. It's pretty amazing.