Thanks for all the input, course thats why I'm posting
Ran into a snag w/my new to me Pittsburg 2k lb engine stand. Seems I can't easily get all 4 brackets to line up w/the thin profile of the 235. Baring anything unexpected I'll get to play with it more tonight, I may start modifying those brackets....
Since I'm basically treading water (life & work & engine stand, etc) I'll go ahead and solicit some more opinions and recommendations on rebuild parts. ALL input is appreciated
CAM: I'm definitely going w/a 261 or similar cam. I'm looking for as much "streetable" cam as there is. I would like to be able to idle somewhat smoothly between 450 - 600 rpm but have more punch when excellerating. I've seen references to "Bulldog cam", 3/4 cam and CS293 Sealed Power cams.
Lots of reading but lift and duration specs aren't always listed.
Thoughts?
Lifters: I'm staying solid. I haven't inspected what I have but they appear serviceable at a glance. Should I reuse or go w/new?
Carb(s), this is a touchy subject as I've already found out
Theres a part of me that wants the look of dual carbs but I also want them to function. By increasing the valve lift and duration it would seem to be natural to add duals but from what I'm learning perhaps not. I know there are limitations to the Stovebolt 6 intake (siamesed ports) but I just like the looks of duals.
I have seen literature of a 54/55 235 Blue Flame w/hydraulic lifters being advertised w/140 hp w/a single 1BBL carb so that would seem to be an obtainable goal.
I have also seen the Vette Blue Flame advertised w/150HP w/triple 1BBL carbs so I know thats also obtainable.
Anybody know the venturi sizes and differnces in these multiple carb setups?
So good or bad lay it on me.
Pistons: I'm leaning towards full rebuild so replacement of all pistons is in the plan. Stock oversize or is there a higher compression offering out there I could utilize without extensive head work? Any brand better than the other?
Rings: What is the consensus on rings, chrome, cast and is one manufacturer better than the other?
There are some suppliers out there that offer rebuild kits, any recommendations on any particular one?
Exhaust: Definitely going w/duals. Noticed theres all kinds of differing name brands out there for cast iron headers. Any one brand better than the other?
Also on duals, are fully independant duals better for sound and performance over a setup w/a crossover pipe?
Also interested in deep & mellow over barking and wakeing up the neighborhood sound
These are all just questions I'm throwing out there. Any and all input on performance enhansements for a 235, or just basic engine rebuild input should make for a good topic/convo....
Dave
