If ya wanna kerep that old boat anchor six in it fine,it is a very reliable engine.But on the other hand if you want performance go for a V/8 and have it geared properly.My 55has a 350 V/8 coupled to a 700R4 tranny,then into a stock 3:90 rear.20 MPG all day long plus it will kick * on the drag strip.To my way of thinking the gearing is the all important aspect of performance.I can cruise down the thruway at 80 MPH,and still gety that 20 MPG.Fix up an old boat anchor six and your top drivable speed will be about 50 MPH.Doesnt sound like much fun to me.
Last edited by cletis; 02/12/2011 6:40 PM. Reason: Language
