LA 318's
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LA 318's
Is there any differences between the 318s used in different models?, like specific models or specific years had more Power/Torque and if so what ones? and
I've also read/heard that there are short block and long block 318's, is that true? And if so are there any differences with power/torque outputs and if there are 2 block types would the long block fit in my Dakota?
I've also read/heard that there are short block and long block 318's, is that true? And if so are there any differences with power/torque outputs and if there are 2 block types would the long block fit in my Dakota?
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A short block is with out heads on it. A long block has heads on it. That is the basic difference. That applies to all engines. As for differences in between the years yes there is. The biggest is in the 90 I think there were upgrades. For the complete list and exact info check out http://www.allpar.com/mopar/318.html
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Well i dont want to get a set thats to Heavy for the Dakota because i dont want my handling scrued up or the center of gravity changed unless its for the better
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Heres another question, I might be buying a 1979 318 with a 4 Barrel Carb and a 727
How much power could i get out of it with parts that i can change or put in and how might it run and how would the power line be(I think thats what its called with low end power, medium end power and high end power), How many RPMs will it beable to go with out F*cking it up and how much might it all cost
How much power could i get out of it with parts that i can change or put in and how might it run and how would the power line be(I think thats what its called with low end power, medium end power and high end power), How many RPMs will it beable to go with out F*cking it up and how much might it all cost
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Actually not! the biggest issue with early 70's and older engines running on unleaded was the heads. The metal used in the heads could not handle the abrasive action of the valves on the seats. the lead in the gas lubricated the valves and seats. I remeber friends of mine that had the old muscle cars trashing heads on unleaded gas. Then the oil companies have reformulated the gas to provide a chemical makeup that prevents valve recession in the older engines.
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Heres another question, I might be buying a 1979 318 with a 4 Barrel Carb and a 727
How much power could i get out of it with parts that i can change or put in and how might it run and how would the power line be(I think thats what its called with low end power, medium end power and high end power), How many RPMs will it beable to go with out F*cking it up and how much might it all cost
How much power could i get out of it with parts that i can change or put in and how might it run and how would the power line be(I think thats what its called with low end power, medium end power and high end power), How many RPMs will it beable to go with out F*cking it up and how much might it all cost
My suggestion is call summitracing, hughesengines, comp cams, and tell all them how you want the engine to perform and they will point you in the right direction.