Cylinder head recommendation for L82
Working on a 1980 L82.I'm not in a hurry to tear into the engine too deep for now. It has about 90k on it and isn't smoking or knocking. So I'd just like to drive it for a time. I do want to drop a set of heads on it that get the static compression up to about 10 (64 cc chamber?) where I believe ...
L82 Cam questions
While I don't have a Corvette, my car does have a few Corvette parts(cam, 290hp350 and 67 master cylinder) so I how that make me accepted lol. I have a 290hp 350 in my 65 Nova, has Weiand Stealth intake, and 600 Summit carb, stock rams horn manifolds and duel exhaust. Th350, stock converter, sh...
L82 aluminum intake manifold capacity
Looks like I'm going to be gettinf new cylinder heads for my 1978. Probably something in the 175 to 200 cc range. Will my existing manifold handle that head capacity? The manifold is in good condition and I would like to use it. But only if it flows enough air for whatever heads I decide on....
Performance of modified L82 1976 Corvette
I have a L82 1976 corvette, with a new intake manifold (edelbrock 2101) and a true dual exhaust. I want to gain more experience before I go after cylinder heads. I have a couple questions. What hp/torque am I pushing out now with my modifications? What camshaft would you guys recommend...
L48 or L82?
I just bought an engine block and heads for a 1974 Corvette (350 CI) and was wondering if there is any markings on the block to tell if it is for an L-48 or L82 car. The VIN derivative wont have the letter that the full VIN would have. It is just the engine block and heads. Thanks! ...
beefing up a stock L82
I have a 1976 L82 with a four speed the drive train is stock. Will I gain anything by going with roller rockers and plaining the heads down. I.want to appear stock on the engine ');
Good heads and cam for 79 L82
I am looking to upgrade the heads and cam on my stock 79 L82. I am on a budget so will need to go with iron heads. I'd like to identify a good combination of heads and cam that will breath some life into this underpowered car! Any thoughts on stock headers vs aftermarket once I have done the head...