big block or not

[mudjunkie 82]

Big block is the only way to go...... /forums/images/graemlins/woot.gif /forums/images/graemlins/woot.gif

 

[JK5]

I run a LT-1/zz4 350...400 lbs torque..in my rig..
I pulled 3 rigs with it...up 1/2 mile hills...
at 30* angles too!!!

To me...a BB is Great for a Tow vehicle..
a waste for off-road...
especially since weight is an issue around here...

But for the money...I'd go for it!!! /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif /forums/images/graemlins/thumb.gif

 

[azblazor]

I run a 454TBI in my K5. I like it and I get 13-14 MPG on the highway.

 

[bajaviking]

In my opinion a stock 454 has plenty of torque for most types of wheeling and the weight issue I don't really see as a problem, K5's are not exactly lightweight and a 100 lbs extra you won't notice with all the extra torque you will have. In addition to that I am sure that my stock 454 with 4 bolt mainbearings will last longer and take more abuse than a built 350 or 383. I love my fofittyfo /forums/images/graemlins/waytogo.gif

 

[84_Chevy_K10]

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To me...a BB is Great for a Tow vehicle..
a waste for off-road...

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That pretty much sums it up in a nutshell.

GREAT for a tow vehicle. Not necessary or even helpful depending on your wheeling habits.

 

[84gmcjimmy]

How much does a stock 454 weigh? Thanks

 

[roostr34]

not sure, but the shipping weight on the 502 was 752 lbs.I believe crate included.

 

[84gmcjimmy]

woah! Alot of metal! That would've been alot of money to ship /forums/images/graemlins/eek.gif

 

[mudjunkie 82]

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GO BIG OR GO HOME!!!! /forums/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[/ QUOTE ] Hell Yes /forums/images/graemlins/deal.gif /forums/images/graemlins/deal.gif /forums/images/graemlins/bow.gif /forums/images/graemlins/bow.gif /forums/images/graemlins/bow.gif

 

[mudjunkie 82]

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To me...a BB is Great for a Tow vehicle..
a waste for off-road...

[/ QUOTE ]Ya, OK /forums/images/graemlins/whistling.gif /forums/images/graemlins/whistling.gif /forums/images/graemlins/whistling.gif /forums/images/graemlins/whistling.gif