jamesd: thanks for the nice comments!
tyoneal: Will it fit under a stock cowl hood? (69 Camaro): i had full intentions of running this under my stock cowl hood on my 69 camaro. this thing will fit in just about anything that you can get a normal sbc in, just a bit taller. it currently has a 1" spacer so of course that could be removed for even more clearance. i have a 240z that would love this engine and should fit with no issues with the addition of a small cowl hood..... Where does it make power?: EVERYWHERE!! ha ha...i started the pulls at 4500 rpm (should have started them much lower) and it was already making over 450hp!! at 5500 rpm, it was making 625hp, 6000 rpm was 675hp, 6500 rpm was over 700hp. from 6500 rpm to 7100 rpm, the power was about the same with multiple peaks. torque never dropped below 500 pounds for the entire pull!! the power is very flat and broad. this motor is a "short shifters" dream. big power at low rpm's. the motor could make quite a bit more power with a dominator but i built this for a weekend cruiser, not racing.... How much maintenance to keep it running?: these are nascar grade parts, you should have no problems as long as you have a good cooling system, run the right octane and i would hook up the spring oilers in the valve covers which will keep the valve springs happy with a long life..... How much does it weigh?: i did not weigh it but it is very light according to my muscle metter. ha ha.. i think the donovan block knocks off nearly 100 pounds (someone correct me if i'm wrong) over a dart cast iron block..... Is it really possible to drive it on the street or around a Road type track without having to struggle to keep it under control?: sure. this is a strong engine and like my ad says, not for everyone, but i wanted my pro touring car to stand out at the shows and on the street so i built what i thought was the best. sorry so long but i thought he had some good questions. thanks
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