IMHO, what people think they need and what they actually need are two desperate strangers, never to meet. We think we need a lot more horsepower when in truth my 30 over '56 235 with Fenton Headers, dual 2x2 Edelbrock intake, '69 overdrive transmission, recently achieved 18.7 mpg on a ~1k trip @ 65-75 mph. This engine has ~95 k miles and burns no oil.
The 261 is plenty of engine, the 292 also a fine engine needs mounting modification and IMHO just doesn't look right in the older vehicle.
~ Cosmo
1949 Chevy Half Ton
Rocinante, like Don Quixote, he is awkward, past his prime, and engaged in a task beyond his capacities.
"...my good horse Rocinante, mine eternal and inseparable companion in all my journeys and courses." ...Don Quixote, Cervantes
"If you come to a fork in the road, take it."...Yogi Berra
"Rudeness is the weak man's imitation of strength." ...Eric Hoffer
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