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video tells the whole thing. Although i didn't mention that the clutch slips in every gear once you go more than 3/4 throttle around 6k. Time for performance clutch with heavy springs.
Awesome - You didn't pick that engine up from Rwingsfan did you?? Looks like the one I built for him, and I knew he traded it off to someone... Sounds like you are very happy with it regardless...
yep, that's the one. it's a serious monster now. hey, since you built the motor, does it have the 5th gear increase? i'm *sure* i was higher than 4k at 70mph before...
Great project. Just wondering why you chose 2 into 1 exhaust. One of the main features of a 277 rephase is the distinctive sound they make which is more pronounced with real dual exhaust. What ignition are you running?
Shoot me the serial number on the engine, and I can post a complete build sheet. I keep that stuff on file
Pete, to the last of my knowledge, it had Pamco Ignition on it, because I set it up, timed it and ran it here at the shop before delivery... Pamco is the ONLY ignition I ever recommend on these engines
it's running the 277 pamco. although i had to go back to the stock coils because i could not get enough clearance between the tank and the green monsters, and i wanted it to remain as stock looking as possible. i may take another whack at mounting them this winter, but it runs fine.
as for the exhaust, i'm more concerned with performance than sound. and the 2 into 1 scavenges better, especially with as large an overlap as that cam has.