[Bob_Mac]

What are some of my options for my 71' 302 rebuild ? I'm open to any thoughts, right now it is stripped and being cleaned. Speed and something that looks sharp.

[Jarrett]

A nice set of aftermarket cylinder heads, along with a cam and intake manifold will make the 302 come alive. While you have the chance raise the compression with a good set of pistons.
If going with the head/intake/cam idea try to stick with a matched set from one manufacturer for the best results.

[Bob_Mac]

Thanks Jarret, that is pretty much what I had in mind. Now I'm pricing it out. I was also thinking about some sort of supercharger or blower, if possible.

[Jarrett]

That's always an option, however plan it into your rebuild so there are no problems in the future.

[ro51468]

Since you will most likely go .030 over on your rebuild, why not consider a stroker kit? Maybe 331 or 347 CI. Prices may range from $900.00 to $2000.00. Then ad the aftermarket heads, cam and nice upper and lower intake. some headers, good ignition, underdrive pullies and a good (maybe "X" pipe) exhaust. By the time you are done, you will most likely gain more power from this combination then just sticking a S/C on top. You won't have to worry about octane ratings for the fuels you buy, and always being concerned about how much boost is too much boost.

Ron

[Twister]

PAW has a new block and a 327 stroker kit for $1799

[Bob_Mac]

It's a lot over my head Ron, but I was reading up on the stroker kits...sounds like a good idea.

[ro51468]

I think what we are saying is that if you decide to go with a blower, the engine should be built a certain way. Low compression... so you can turn up the boost. If you go with Nitrous as a power adder, then you have to select a specific cam that will not make the car run at its best when the nitrous is not on. So once you make a decision you then have to build the motor for that application.

With a stroker motor you can build very good power and not have to worry about how you plan to use it.

ron