Finally ALMOST compkete

[eshorvath]

I finally got my newly rebuilt engine into my 86 K5. Got rid of the guttless 305 and swapped w/ a 355.
I had SO many problems swapping a 1978 engine in the place of the 1986 application. Had to put headers, dual exhaust, etc...
I found out that using the original (newer HEI distributer) is a BAD thing...Now looking for an older system to avoid computer crap. I am also needing to change the carb set up.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a carb/intake combo to put on it? Would an old, pre 1974 HEI system be easy enough?
Has any one put headers in place of the stock manifold, with A/C??? What did you do with the A/C bracket that use to hook to the manifold?
Any inyput would be awesome.

 

[BobK]

Any year HEI that isn't computer controlled would work for you.Just make sure the Dist. has a vacume advance and you should be set.
Summit,Jeg's or your local wrecker will have them.

 

[Z3PR]

/forums/images/graemlins/k5.gif You should be able to order a adapter bracket for your AC from Jeg's /forums/images/graemlins/k5.gif

 

[4x4Freak]

The Edelbrock performer is a good intake. Right now I'm running a 600 Edelbrock carb and it has decent power. A lot of people here like the Q-jet, but I havent tried it yet.

I believe that the ESC distributor can be converted to the older setup. You will need a new module and maybe a couple other parts, but I'm not real sure.

 

[imiceman44]

You got your answers for the HEI and the A/C.
For the Carb and intake, Edelbrock DUal plane is the best I have tried, and the Q-Jet so far has been the best for off road unless you want to go with the new Holley Truck avenger.It is the best for rock crawling and at under $400 I think it's a good deal.
IceMan

 

[eshorvath]

Thanks for the advise.
I have picked up an Edelbrock carb, and will get the performer manifold after class tomorrow....Maybe I will get things ironed out before the weekend.
What does everyone think about just cutting the A/C bracket that hooks to the first of the two studs on the exhaust ports, to make the stock manifold fit..
I was told that the Hooker Headers I ordered would use the stock AC bracket... Why didn't it work?
Ed