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Old 01-22-2014, 05:04 AM
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You should look into the Kirkham billet 302.
Hmm... Will that be announced at the Kirkham Open House next month???
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I would talk to Kieth Craft, Tom Lucas and Brent Lykins. They are all top notch engine builders and will be able to answer all of your questions. If you aren't going to race it, I am not sure I would spend the extra money on an aluminum block, but they do dissipate heat better than the iron blocks. Good luck on the build and I hope you will post pictures when you get it ready.

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Old 01-22-2014, 07:45 AM
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The suggestion to build a 331 with a 289 block is a good one.

For a street motor you have to be careful not to buy all the "speed parts" so you can have bragging rights.


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