Refresh my memory Ray, what trans?

SB 727

Still what, 3 or 4 mph down from the BB?

the BB would run 9.50s at 139-140

Just wondering how much you've spent making the switch. Thinking maybe the 9300 I just dropped into the conventional 59 degree small block for the Valiant could've got me a long ways towards a modern engine! I keep telling myself I'm too old to switch, so I'll just live vicariously through you and the black pearl.

bought the shortblock for 2k and eagle heads for $420, intake for $550 from MM , valvecovers for $450 thru Bob George, ebay $700 dominator, NHRA Mark's partner did my motor plate and timing cover for (I don't want to say because I think he did me a favor). 2 sets of sparkplug wires off ebay for $50 each. Cam less than $400, pushrods, manley valve springs and things for about $500. Spent around 3k fixing the shortblock(new pistons, bolts, one rod, etc) headers $700, oil pan, pickup and try $250

Great progress. Any more thought about getting legal for 9s, or just making it more comfortable on the street?

right now, I'm not sure what my plans are with the car. just might drive and enjoy it for a while. spending $130 to go to the track to make 3 passes is just not money well spent