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Building a high performance 1961 390

Started by Cleatus502, April 22, 2024, 10:12:26 PM

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Cleatus502

I am trying to find the parts needed to build a high performance 1961 390. Seems all the old go fast parts have dried up.

Carfreak

Enjoy life - it has an expiration date.

jwwseville60

Info:

https://www.motortrend.com/how-to/cadillac-390-engine-build/

I was going to build a dual 4bbl 390 at one point, but opted for stock in the end. It was for a 53 Hudson. With the Sky cam and new pistons, it would have made around 290 bhp SAE net.
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