Should I put a 327 back in my 68 Burb? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Brewski* · 12-02-2005, 01:35 PM

Hey Everyone,
Sorry I have not been around for a while I am very busy getting short-track skaters ready for the Olympics.
My 350 motor blew in my 68 burb. It originally came with a 327. I have not heard too may good storys about 327s but think that for restoration purposed I may go with a 327 from Hiperformer. They have a 350 with a 4 bolt main for not much more $$. I need some advise on the Pros and Cons of putting a 327 back in my 68 Suburban to Help me decide~! Let me know what you all think~!
Brew

Superron21 · 12-03-2005, 12:45 AM

350's have more low end torque, a 327 makes its power thru rpm's. if you are going to be towing, i'd use a 350, if you want some nostalgia, go 327 they are a great little motor and you can really turn them
good luck, ron

Frizzle Fry · 12-03-2005, 06:38 PM

I feel underpowered with a 396 so I say go as big as you can afford. If your sticking with SB then get a 383 or 400.

It depends on what you want more; nostalgia or power.

PanelDeland · 12-03-2005, 10:04 PM

As stated above Cubic inches=cubic horsepower.
The 327 will move the burb but it will be less powerful than a 350.The 327 was a great motor for the 60's but most vehicles are driven quicker than they were then.If you will be driving it a lot I would suggest you go with the 350.If you want a stock look for a weekend warrior the 327 should be fine.

12-02-2005, 01:35 PM	#1
Brewski* Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Rocky Mount, MO Posts: 1,293	Should I put a 327 back in my 68 Burb? Hey Everyone, Sorry I have not been around for a while I am very busy getting short-track skaters ready for the Olympics. My 350 motor blew in my 68 burb. It originally came with a 327. I have not heard too may good storys about 327s but think that for restoration purposed I may go with a 327 from Hiperformer. They have a 350 with a 4 bolt main for not much more $$. I need some advise on the Pros and Cons of putting a 327 back in my 68 Suburban to Help me decide~! Let me know what you all think~! Brew

12-03-2005, 12:45 AM	#2
Superron21 DONT TRY THIS AT HOME! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: East Tennessee Posts: 119	Re: Should I put a 327 back in my 68 Burb? 350's have more low end torque, a 327 makes its power thru rpm's. if you are going to be towing, i'd use a 350, if you want some nostalgia, go 327 they are a great little motor and you can really turn them good luck, ron

12-03-2005, 06:38 PM	#3
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Should I put a 327 back in my 68 Burb? I feel underpowered with a 396 so I say go as big as you can afford. If your sticking with SB then get a 383 or 400. It depends on what you want more; nostalgia or power.

12-03-2005, 10:04 PM	#4
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Should I put a 327 back in my 68 Burb? As stated above Cubic inches=cubic horsepower. The 327 will move the burb but it will be less powerful than a 350.The 327 was a great motor for the 60's but most vehicles are driven quicker than they were then.If you will be driving it a lot I would suggest you go with the 350.If you want a stock look for a weekend warrior the 327 should be fine. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"



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