not just any opinions, but the serious mechanics, those who have built 3rd Gen street machines, and FFS only those who can wrap their minds around the concept of a car not being built for the 1/4 mile track. i want to keep it TPI, i want it to have a smooth idle, and reliable operation, and i want to get 350-400 HP. this build is no pipe dream. i will start buying parts NLT this February. so if some of you who know what youre talking about and understand what i want, wanna take a look at this parts list and give your opinion, i would appreciate it.



The Car: 1989 Formula 350; Hardtop; Maui Wowy; 29745 K on Odometer.

The Parts List:


GM Performance 12464298 - GM Performance Parts "Fast Burn" Aluminum Vortec SBC Heads

GMPP "ZZ4" Camshaft: Hydraulic roller tappetIntake Duration at 050 inch Lift208Exhaust Duration at 050 inch Lift221Duration at 050 inch Lift208 int./221 exh.Advertised Intake Duration275Advertised Exhaust Duration280Advertised Duration275 int./280 exh.Intake Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio0.474 in.Exhaust Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio0.510 in.Valve Lift with Factory Rocker Arm Ratio0.474 int./0.510 exh.Lobe Separation (degrees)112

Trick Flow 31400514 1.5 Ratio roller rocker arms


Edelbrock 3817 Vortec Base Plate

Accel 23 lb/hr Injectors


AS&M Runners

also, port match the plenum, and if needs be the intake (base plate). full exhaust w/ ORYP. homemade/piecemeal CAI since nobody makes a nice one. GMS adjustable MAF. probably a custom chip.

is the stock 48mm TB w/ airfoil fine for this or do i need to step up to a 52 or 58mm?

overall, can i expect 300+ HP to the wheels, or am i setting myself up for a big disappointment?

is this combo even well-matched to begin with?