I have a Hallett flat bottom V-drive with a 396 BBC and runs about 85 MPH. I would like to get into the 110+ MPH area. After looking at adding power to my 396 I found this company WWW.ohiocrankshaft.com
They have short blocks at what looks to be real good prices.
I have 2 questions about these big inch engines.
1--- If I did go with a big inch engine, am I ok with small heads (oval port, iron), new cam (solid) , Vic Jr intake and 850 Holley or Weiand tunnel ram (have one) with new carbs????
As I can afford it I would be adding the correct power parts to fit the engines size. Not looking for a all out engine.
2--- What would be a good choice?? Pro's and con's?
555 cu in $4050
588 cu in $3995
509-540-555-565 cu in $3795
572-598 cu in $4195
620 cu in $4350
I kind of like the 509 or 540 for $3795
So I guess what I am asking is---- is it ok to buy a big incher and build tward the future???
My thinking is to sell my good running 396 for something like $2-2500 and go big.
Thanks all. Be good, Jim