I've been crunching numbers again! How about a 292 cubic inch "261" with a really long stroke? It appears according to the calculator that a 3/8" longer stroke, a set of Buick 350 V8 pistons, (3.800" bore) and some modified 261 connecting rods will combine to build a real torque monster! There's another advantage- - - -Ebay is full of brand new Buick pistons at "baby chicken" prices- - - - -"CHEEP- - - -CHEEP- - - - CHEEP!"- - - - -like $125.00 for a set of 8!

With some different pistons and rods, those "grass cutter" stroker crankshafts can also be fitted to 235, and even 216 blocks, BTW. The 216 goes to 258 cubic inches with pressure-lubricated connecting rods and aluminum pistons, and the 235 becomes a 270! I need an apprentice or two to help run the machine shop!
Jerry

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