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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 06:33 PM
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400 build

So im weaving on decisions. Im wanting to build a 400 an have dual quads on it for my camaro or make a direct injected 400 if i look to purchase a 90s silverado...
Im wanting a build to be putting out 400-500+hp/tq. I just need pros/cons on my decision.. if i do go with the silvy im selling my camaro.
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 06:34 PM
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Re: 400 build

Any reason for dual quads?
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 06:43 PM
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Re: 400 build

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Any reason for dual quads?
Father had a 74 camaro with a hirise an dual quads out the hood, just loved the way it looked alot. I know its not truly necessary but i like it... thats all.
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 06:46 PM
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Re: 400 build

As long as you're willing to put up with the tuning headaches for that look.
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 08:42 PM
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Re: 400 build

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As long as you're willing to put up with the tuning headaches for that look.
Ok lets just consider i don't go with that and get a plain jane intake. What should i be looking at?
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Old Aug 27, 2010 | 08:45 PM
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Re: 400 build

A Performer RPM and 750 DP would do it. The heads and cam are going to be the most important choice.
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Old Aug 28, 2010 | 07:21 AM
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Re: 400 build

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A Performer RPM and 750 DP would do it. The heads and cam are going to be the most important choice.
The difference from carb & efi are heads & intake?... just dont know which way i want to go...trying to be cheap but efficent.. lol
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Old Aug 28, 2010 | 11:44 AM
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Re: 400 build

No, the heads and cam choice are going to be what makes you the 400-500 HP.
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Old Aug 29, 2010 | 09:37 AM
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Re: 400 build

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No, the heads and cam choice are going to be what makes you the 400-500 HP.
I knew that. I'm just talking about the difference between carb & efi. Ok now my true decision is on either going computer controlled or carb.. which will decipher if i keep my camaro or sell it..
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