Last week during spring break we installed a new engine in my brother Phil's '72 El Camino. It turned out very sweet. We also did a partial detail of the engine bay as this will be a daily driver. I did a months worth of work in 7 days, kind of our version of Overhaulin' I guess.

http://www.c-dperformance.com/00_Phils72Elky.JPG

http://www.c-dperformance.com/00_BlackSilver_383.JPG

What do yall think of the color combination? :D

Looks cool, a nice change from the blue and red. I like the air cleaner cover and the valve covers.

Thanks Clark, anyone else? :D

Oh Yea! I forgot to tell you guys, the 383 is making about 395 HP and 430 TQ and is a dream to drive. This is my brothers first real Hot Rod and he can't believe the looks and comments he gets. He went to get an inspection sticker and the technicians at the Exxon station freaked out when they opened the hood. The first day he drove around in Lubbock Texas he got about 5 comments on how cool it was. I was so happy to be able to help him make the leap to COOLNESS in owning a classic GM A-body! Another dream come true!

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Any other comments? Keep them coming as we are looking for opinions. Thanks :thumbsup:

day glow green :) wow ... different I sure wouldn't want to have to keep em clean... I like the way it looks tho its nice to see that I'm not the only one with the AC still hooked up ;)

Yes, the AC is nice on Hot Texas Days! The AC blows ice chunks out of the dash! :thumbsup:

What's the combo and where did you find those day-glo wires? There are quite a few hotrodders here in Lubbock as well as lots of folks that appreciate the classics. If you like being different under the hood, I think you've accomplished your goal. I'm sure you'll be glad you have "ice chunk blowing A/C" on those hot days in West Texas.

What do yall think of the color combination? :D

Alright, here's the comment you're obviously expecting: That Day-Glo stuff sucks big time! The rest looks awesome, but that green color hurts my eyes. Sell it to a ricer! So, there! :D

Gary (MyBoTy),

Here are the specs on the engine:

- Small Block Stroker 383ci (really a 385, .040 overbore)
- CDP ported GM heads, with 2.02/1.6 Manley valves, new springs
- Edelbrock Performer EPS EnduraShine coated intake
- Edelbrock 1411 750 cfm carb
- Edelbrock fuel pump and fuel lines
- Comp Cams Extreme Energy 268 cam
- SCAT Stroker crank
- Blueprinted factory GM rods with ARP wavelock rod bolts
- KB hypereurtectic pistons
- Speed Pro moly rings
- Comp Pro Magnum full roller rockers and pushrods
- ARP fasteners
- 4-bolt main HP spec block
- HEI ignition system
- Taylor Glo-Pro wires, Lime Green!
- Custom powder coated air cleaner and valve covers
- Aluminum timing cover, breathers and water neck
- Claimer style oil pan and pick-up

Estimated power figures are 395 HP @ 5500 RPM & 430 Ft Lbs @ 4000 RPM. The engine is backed up by a TH350 with a 2000 RPM converter and a 10-bolt with 3.55 gears and 28" tall 275-60 R15 rear meats

Hey Olle, put your sun glasses on! LOL! :cool: