I would just like an upgrade to some more usable torque. The intake technology of some aftermarket units has GOT TO be better in that regard than the stock 440 piece.

I guess the aluminum would be nice for weight savings (like it matters on a 4000+ lb. car), but a nice appearance, so it looks like "something" was done to it, as in period-style performance upgrades, kind of what a backyard mechanic would have done back in the 60's to help his car out, but not building an all-out race motor.

I realize I'm in a niche on this, but thought someone would HAVE to have had similar experiences as me.