So I've finally got my interior completed, (attached pix) and it's time to get that doggish LM1 crate motor out of the vette and replace it with something that has a little (or a lot) more kick!
I've been researching this topic for a LONG time. I'm on a little bit of a budget (I'm military...don't make a ton of money). I'm trying to stay around the $6-7K range so that I can also afford a new transmission (Tremec TKO-500).
I've started to lean toward the GMPP Fast burn 385. With 385HP/ 385 Ft/Lbs it should be plenty of power to get the 79 moving, but I wanted to hear from some of you guys. What are you running in your Vettes? Any other motors out there that you'd recommend? Any other companies besides GMPP that people have had good luck with?
I'm looking for the most bang for by buck...and a motor that will make people second guess lining up at the red light with me just from the sound
Any advise would be appreciated!
Thanks fella's!
New Interior...FINALLY done :)
Interior shot #1 Interior shot #2(large images modified to clickable links - Norsky)Norsky2010-06-27 20:19:16