I'd have to stay with the straight 8. There things to do to it to make it a reliable powerhouse that will surprise people. I personally would look at a turbo such as was used on the Ford 7.3 diesels or the one off a V-6 buick. You don't want alot, but that 6 lbs of boost would add plenty of power without killing it. If you was to rebuild the engine, with some aftermarket rods, improved oiling, blueprinted oil pump,then you could look at a little more boost. We did a 41 Pontiac years ago with a turbo from a wrecked t-type. That straight 8 made a mountian of torque! Car even looked stock on the outside, but it just needed more body work than funds alllowed, so it was sold. Would love to find it now. (it was dark blue if anyone knows!)
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