jaguargt Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 Hi guys, let me introduce myself... (first, sorry about my english....) I'm from Guatemala, i have a 280Z '75, and i want to do a swap to a 350 chevy... I have a '79 350 from a K5 Blazer, do you think do better modify this 350 or wait and get the money to buy an LT1? If i decide to modify the engine that i have, i can take my time and expand my budget a little bit.. so i expect you can help me to think about the things that i could put in that 350... Thanks a lot guys... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bartman Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 I guess it all depends on what you want to do. The LT1 definitely has some advantages such as reverse flow cooling, fuel injection, and aluminum heads (depending on what vehicle the engine comes from). If you're planning fuel injection, I'd say it would probably be better to wait for an LT1 engine. They are failry readily available and relatively inexpensive as well (not sure on availability and cost where you are). The aftermarket support is still good and there is plenty of information available online. There will be additional difficulty on the install with the wiring, but I think it would be well worth it in the long run. You can also purchase applications that will allow you to monitor and diagnose your engine as well as modfiying parameters the PCM is using. Of course you would need a cable and a laptop for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaguargt Posted August 17, 2007 Author Share Posted August 17, 2007 Thanx for your input... in the case that i decide to rebuild my actual 350, i would stay with a carb... I was thinking on buying a Federal Mogul Rebuild Kit from summit, what do you think about that? And in the case that i decide to wait from a LT1 i was planning to take one from a wrecked camaro or firebird... that would be ok i think... Thanx for your inputs... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravRMK Posted August 17, 2007 Share Posted August 17, 2007 The 350 from the Blazer would be less expensive, and more straight forward, not to mention easier to wire. Either one would be fun in a Z car. You should decide if you want a carb or EFI. That will make the decision alot easier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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