Those are great points B3422W5. But, my real issue, I do want to be able to drive farther than 60 miles away, and be able to buy some fuel to get home if I do. Performance is not a complaint with this motor, it is a lot of fun.

Your post is exactly why I built the motor the way I did, and gave my Dad the mostly stock, fresh 340 I had built for the car previously.

The other issue, my favorite part in this hobby, is building motors. I truly enjoy it. Having that 360 block setting there, when I have not participated in the 4 inch crank availability, is knawing at me.