What engine would you install?
 

If you could install any small block engine you wanted in your pickup, what would you install (running with a 700r4 transmission)?

A 427 inch small block would be nice...


Chuck

400 small block

Heck with that go for the World Industries 454CI SBC...Later Mike

I like the 383 Chevy.

Built 400 SB.

I am considering a zz4 crate engine but I don't see that as anyone's choice. Is it not a good engine?

Well I like a 400sb but if I had the money maybe a Ramjet 350. or something with FI

i`d do the 454 too but that takes some serious $$$.

I would go with the 6.0L LS1 with a carb and MSD Ignition. Bolts right up to the 700r4 and with the carb setup you can get away from all the complexity of fuel injection. Buy a small block motor mount conversion and your off and running.

ttt It says if I could, I know I can't but a man can dream though lol...Later Mike

There's no replacement for displacement, I'd go with the 383 and build it for torque. Nothing beats the ability to light the tires at will.

ZZ4 is a great engine, good power and reasonable cost. But since the topic is any engine, I think most are going to choose a little more exotic engine. I choose a twin turbocharged 427 s.b. built by some reputable shop. Since I am limited by dollars, reality says a 383 or 400 if available.

I would go with a TPI or LT1 350. fuel injection is not as scarry as it seems and makes for a truck that is much more fun to drive.

400 small block

LS1 With TPI.......Is there any other dream smallblock? That's what I'm going with on my 72 2wd Blazer. I have a friend that was a driveability tech for GM for many years. He had the good fortune of attending many classes and seminars GM offered on this engine when it was released. I can't wait to do the install with him.

Zz4 385
 

The ZZ4 385 fast burn crate is a nice engine. Has plenty of torque and power for whatever you do. I have it in my stepside with a 700R and love it.

I'd build up a seriously mean 383. I just like the way that those odd numbers sound: 327, 383, 427, 454, etc. Plus it's only 17 less cubes than a 400. :D

383 or a 400 with TBI

409 in one of these trucks because I like to be different. :devil: :burnout:

the gm 383 stroker crate motor, that thing is sweet

383. Oh wait. I already did that.

434 built in a Dart Little M block with a 871 blower.

427ci LS1 solid roller. Then I'd have a excellent idle, at least 575rwhp and fuel economy (if I could keep my foot out of it). Hmmm, maybe that's what I will do. ;)