what should i do i have $1200 i really don't wanna pull the motor it runs fine i just want to make around 300 to 350 hp whats yalls opinion. thanks

 

You can achieve that power with vortec heads, beehive springs/retainer kit, and a cam on a 305. Still keep it very streetable too.

 

350...or LSX

 

Go big(ger) or go home

 

can i build a good 350 with $1200
or as i go lsx with $2000

 

I would save my $ and my GF something nice and just drive it like it is for now !!!!

Then next year u can mod it the way u realy like and GO BIG ...just save some cash !!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS !!!!!!

 

LSx for $2000 probably not. But I know of a build for a 350 with vortec heads and lt4 hot cam that is costs $1150, but you would need a lot more money to buy everything to swap over, and all the extra things to add up.

 

i was going to buy some interior things but that can wait will 1600 get everthing i need for the 350 swap

 

Be a role model. Drive the car. If it's running well now, keep your money in the bank.

 

cam, intake, + - carb, headers

 

heads, cam and headers...

 

What fuel system?

 

it has a 4 barrle q-jet

 

Stick with that and get a good tune with it.

 

1600 can put you verry close, you can start by buying the block and the rotating assembly and then buy the rest as you can, that's how i did mine

 

thats what i think im going to do its just i dont have the equipment to the swap but ill just worry about that when i get thier!

 

Everything in this build will cost me right at $1300. If you get a smaller cam and don't do any head work to the vortecs, you could have a really cheap build like that.

 

**** for 1300-1400 im gonna build the 350 my mind is made up, do u have a list of the parts you are using that you could send me it would really help! thanks

 

I have a list on notepad, let me copy paste it, it also has a few prices idk how accurate though.

///////////MOTOR NOTES\\\\\\\\\\\
86+ 350 Vortec SBC (Powdered metal rods, good for 500HP
96-02 Vortec Heads
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
[Shortblock]
Vortec 350 SBC longblock - $125 (1-piece RMS)
Stock 350 Crankshaft
Stock 5.7 Powdered Metal Connecting Rods
Speed Pro Z8KH423NCP30 Hypereutectic Flat-top Piston and Ring kit - $165
Boring block .030" over, pressing pistons on rods, install cam bearings - $150
24502586 - GM Performance LT4 Hot Cam Hydraulic Roller - $225
Accel Large cap HEI - free
Accel 8mm wires - free
Flowtech Shorty Headers - free
Custom Y-pipe - free
Flowmaster


================================================================

12499224 - GM LS6 beehive valve springs - $65
787-16 - COMP Cams Steel Valve Spring Retainers - $52
648-16 - COMP Cams Race Valve Locks - $22
SEALED POWER Part # ST2015 Valve stem seals - $1.84 ea - $30
Machining Screw in studs - $5 ea x16 - $80
Studs - $1 ea x16 - $16
Guide plates - $25
Edelbrock 9630 Hardened Steel Pushrods - $30
Edelbrock 7116 Performer RPM Vortec Intake Manifold - $188
Valve cover 4bolt adapter - $110
1.5:1 Roller rockers - Free
LS2 Timing chain 12586482 - $35
Autozone SBC gasket set - $64

Tell me if anything is wrong, I also need to update several things.

 

thanks bro ill let u know if anything is diffrent

 

what kinda of cam would u run with that set up

 

all you need really is a basic set of sockets/wrenches, torque wrench, cam wheel, and an engine stand. I know a few people with engine stands and I own one; and I am more then happy to let others borrow it. You shouldn't have to much difficulty finding someone with one.

 

If it's staying streetable I wouldn't go bigger then like .510" lift and that's already pushing it because you'll need an aftermarket stall converter.

 

im excited ill post pic when i start the build

 

cool thanks i want a nice streetable motor that will go when i need it to im tierd of 150hp

 

so looks like im just going to build up the 305 for now vortec heads, intake, cam, headers and a new carb so wish me luck any idea on what kinda cam i should use thanks, and im going with e fans also

 

Go quick and cheap. spray it.

 

You could always just purchase a craigslist or junkyard block and freshen it up. No need to get all those brand new guts, stock rods and pistons (if they are straight) should do you just fine.

EDIT: With vortec heads your compression might be hurting a bit. Consider getting them milled? With Vortec heads the factory lift is limited. Right around .450-.470 according to most folks. Unless you're looking for more, I've seen the LT1-LT4 factory cams most commonly recommended. You'll have trouble finding anything in the aftermarket that caters to a lobe that small (believe me, I've looked). There is a GM camshaft on sale right now that probably lopes and chops in a really fun way, but it's pretty crap as far as performance goes. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/NAL-14097395/

Other than that, LT1, LT4, L98 all offer slightly bigger cams. I think I paid 30 bucks for my L98.

If you want bigger lift, there are several available options in the form of spring kits and headwork. Ask and ye shall receive.

 

i might wait and save some more so when you build it up, you can do it right. look around for a big block or even a 350. i'm sure you can find one from a junkyard thats driveable if you really want something now.

look into 5.3L LSx swaps. those engines are a dime a dozen and give good power