" so what can I do to this engine to make it bullet proof."

Build as stock and drive it. It has lasted for over 50 years already. Thats pretty much bullet proof.


1953 Chevy 5-window 3100
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Dave
Engine & Driveline Moderator

If you can't make seventy by an easy road, don't go. ~~ Mark Twain