The big Imp is going to need a new cam. Which one fits the bill the best?
440
Advertised 8.2:1 compression. Real world says 7.8 is more realistic.
Edelbrock heads
Stock intake
650 AFB carb
Stock manifolds
Dual 2-1/4" exhaust
727
Stock large converter
Power brakes
3.23 gear
29" tires
5100+ lbs
This car is a big lumbering highway cruiser. It needs power between 2200 and 4500 rpm.
The recently deceased cam was a Comp 21-000-5 single pattern cam. 261 degrees (218 @ .050) and .463 lift with 114 degrees of separation.
It might have been a slight improvement over stock but it was still a gutless pig.