engine choice?

[Michael K]

Originally Posted by Coleydog

But, with the E heads and intake it should be close to a 318 in weight. BB heads flow way more than a J head and can ring em just as high as the 340, got straight pushrods and easy tear down. Only limitation is valve to piston clearance with the good cams. Do a bolt in roll bar. But A 318 would be easier on drive line componites and tires. A lot to decide.

I believe the 69 383 Barracuda is at 295 hp. That's 4-5 less than the 340. With the Edelbrocks...maybe 300? Positive deck height with no valve relief is a limitation, and no aftermarket connecting rod available anymore (Eagle has larger than stock side clearance).

[Frank Castros]

Jim Hale ran his '67 with a 383 in G/SA and didn't too bad with it before he sold it.

[Michael K]

Originally Posted by Frank Castros

Jim Hale ran his '67 with a 383 in G/SA and didn't too bad with it before he sold it.

Small valve heads in that combo too.