Parts required to swap from small block to 385 in a Superformance

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Originally Posted by mdross1

Obviously our cars are not all created equal as far as engine bay dimensions. These 385 series engines can be built into some serious power houses. My car is in the 525+hp range honestly when bolting the Stellings on for cruises certainly cannot feel the slight loss in hp/tq. Of course I'm not racing to get there either. With the raised scoop I can run whatever manifold I want,my choice was the Edelbrock Perf RPM it more than fits the bill ported to the heads from off idle to rev limit.
The path I chose with this car more than satisfies my need for speed and has for the last 23 yrs. hope you find what works for you.
Mike

Mike,
The fact that you have kept a setup for 23 years sound like it something you enjoy. I'm glad you like the big block and it satisfies your needs. When the time is right I can only see moving up to the 385 series platform as well.