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Old 06-13-2012, 04:46 AM   #2
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Default Re: NHRA approves a new "Dime Rocket"!

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Originally Posted by Bobby Zlatkin View Post
Ed Wright is correct. The only 8 cyl. you could get in a '86 1/2 ton was a Q-jet 305. Cast iron intake. Same exact motor thats in a '82-84 Camaro rated at 243 hp except you can use a bigger cam in the truck. I bought one new (short bed, step side). It was either that or a 4.3 V6.

After being absent for several years, 1987 was the first year you could get a 350 back in a 1/2 ton. And it was a TBI.

With a 3/4 ton or bigger, it was a whole different ball game.


hmmm, i've sure rejetted a LOT of 85 1/2 ton pickups with 350's in 'em.......
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