Looking at a few options for my 65 chevelle, chassis is about done just waiting for some better weather to get here to finish up body work and paint. But to the real question, this is what I have been thinking for options:

1 - ZZ502, possibly with aftermarket F.I.

2 - ZZ383

3 - I can get for free a 400 block and a steel 350 crank from my Dad, then i would just build something hopefully that could put out arond 450hp

Well those are the options i've been thinking of, i would really like to keep the original hood. The small blocks would be nice because they offer easier installation.

This would be backed up by a muncie and a 12 bolt

any thoughts, especially about the 400 with the 350 crank

Thanks

or you could come over and buy my brand new crate motor that plans have changed on and donbt need it any more,its a 383 steel crank 5.7 rods,forged pistons ,4 bolt,kick out pan,dart pro 1 all heads 215 intake ports solid cam ,.555 lift,248 dur @ .050,106 centerline,polished open intake,no carb,starter,water pump,475 HP @ 6200 465 lbs 5100 RPM
and im in plainfield,WI 715 335 6633
Dan

oh ya its $3800
Dan

A big block requires suspension changes so I'd go SBC. Or if you can afford it an aluminum BB.

You can turn a 400 crank down to fit a 350 block but I've not gone the other way. Interesting.