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Old Sep 23, 2000 | 10:31 PM
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HOW MUCH $$$$$$$

HI,

WONDERING HOW MUCH I SHOULD LOOK FORWARD TO PAYING FOR A 350 OUT OF A CAMARO,TPI READY. I HAVE A 305 NOW AND WAS WANTING TO GET A 350 AND S/C IN SPRING. THANKS
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Old Sep 24, 2000 | 12:38 AM
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Old Sep 24, 2000 | 09:26 AM
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too many variables to take a guess at cost. milage is a big factor, less miles more cost.
a complete ready to run engine would be a bargin for 500 dollars. you'll still need wiring harness, ecm, brackets and other little things like that.

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Old Sep 24, 2000 | 04:13 PM
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By saying tpi ready, are you using your 305 tpi setup? Don't forget you'll need to upgrade to at least the stock 350 size injector (22lb) and get a new chip. You can get a rebuilt longblock for around $500-600. Just swap in a better cam and timing chain setup before you drop it in.

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Old Sep 24, 2000 | 06:41 PM
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About $600 for the long block sounds about right.

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