Geez why did I space that.. you can get a complete 4.21 or 4.25" rotating assembly ready to go from most of the big pontiac guys for under $2000
You'll have a new crank, H beam rods, forged lightweight pistons, bearings and the balance job already done. A couple bucks more will get ya a new flexplace & balancer too.
compare that to having your crank turned, rods preped,buy rod bolts, rings, pistons, bearings then getting it all balanced.
you'll have a nice 455 inch motor that looks like a 400 to most people.
with the bigger cubes the 750 holley will be a good match.
slap on a set of 6X-4's and get 9 to 9.5 CR depending on bore size..
Even with a mild cam it'll be a fun little beast to drive.
Later on down the road get the heads ported and drop in a sold cam.. easy low 12s with the right tuning and drive train.
GURU: One who knows more jargon than you
Scott Schering
70 Firebird 455 12.34 @ 108.2
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