Anyone in NJ have a 350/290 or 350/265?

[Cuse99]

Here it is for $1400 less (2-bolt mains)... probably same rebuild shop (ATK), probably same warranty. When I was shopping-around for a crate 5.3L, I found they all came from ATK or sister shop in Mexico no matter who the retailer.

JEGS Performance Products 1996-2000 Chevy Truck Vortec 350ci 5.7L Crate Engine - JEGS

JEGS crate engines are reverse engineered to create a product that has better than new quality. Reverse engineering allows any factory original defect to be found and removed; saving you time and money by keeping your vehicle out of the shop and on the road. Engines are factory checked after...

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According the Jegs description, this motor is not mechanical fuel pump capable. Also its a used block and crank which is not the worst thing in the world but I'd prefer GM factory new since its an option.

I'm doing research on electric fuel pumps. There has to be a simple solution I'm sure I'm not the first person to ask this question. Holley has an electric pump that is claimed to be a direct replacement for a mechanical pump. Sounds like its on my level.

 

[bruisedbanana79]

According the Jegs description, this motor is not mechanical fuel pump capable. Also its a used block and crank which is not the worst thing in the world but I'd prefer GM factory new since its an option.

I'm doing research on electric fuel pumps. There has to be a simple solution I'm sure I'm not the first person to ask this question. Holley has an electric pump that is claimed to be a direct replacement for a mechanical pump. Sounds like its on my level.

For a daily driver I would not recommend an inline electric fuel pump. They are known to overheat due to the pump having to suck fuel up and out of the tank.

 

[ck80]

now you're talking customizations and I really want to avoid that or keep customizations really simple. So here is a motor that I could consider. It comes with a cam but I'd have to change it to account for a mechanical fuel pump. If there is an simple electrical pump I could install that will work for me. I don't want to get into in tank fuel pumps and return lines and such. No my goal for this car.

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You asked about figuring out electric fuel options. I gave both, in-tank and inline.

So I give up, good luck with whatever you choose to do, changing cams and such are much more work and customization that swapping in a production gas tank and sending unit that take all of 15 minutes and no cutting or new fuel lines.

Finding a qjet intake for a vortec head is also customization as is many other aspects of using one of those motors, or, going efi as you will be pushed towards.

 

[Cuse99]

You asked about figuring out electric fuel options. I gave both, in-tank and inline.

So I give up, good luck with whatever you choose to do, changing cams and such are much more work and customization that swapping in a production gas tank and sending unit that take all of 15 minutes and no cutting or new fuel lines.

Finding a qjet intake for a vortec head is also customization as is many other aspects of using one of those motors, or, going efi as you will be pushed towards.

I just replied that I'm researching inline fuel pumps in a previous post just a little while ago. Also I agree with your comment on the cam and I don't plan to swap it. But thanks for your feedback so far, its been helpful.

 

[doood]

According the Jegs description, this motor is not mechanical fuel pump capable. Also its a used block and crank which is not the worst thing in the world but I'd prefer GM factory new since its an option.

I'm doing research on electric fuel pumps. There has to be a simple solution I'm sure I'm not the first person to ask this question. Holley has an electric pump that is claimed to be a direct replacement for a mechanical pump. Sounds like its on my level.

In the beginning stages of planning my swap, I was planning on doing a TBI setup with that vortec 350 longblock... Since you have a 305 car, it seems like you're halfway there. Putting a grand national sending unit in your fuel tank and converting to EFI will take an afternoon. Not sure how you would do your timing without the CCC computer - I skipped all that learning when I went with the LS architecture where the black box takes care of all that stuff.

 

[Texas82GP]

I just replied that I'm researching inline fuel pumps in a previous post just a little while ago. Also I agree with your comment on the cam and I don't plan to swap it. But thanks for your feedback so far, its been helpful.

Here's another option. Roller cam and will drive a mechanical fuel pump...

Chevy 350 Base Engine 345HP

ATK HP98 Chevy 350 Base Engine 345HP, Call 866-721-2315 to Speak with an ATK Crate Engine Specialist

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It's a 1-piece rear main block with dart heads (doesn't require Vortec style intake). It may be more than you need power wise but seems like a good deal.

 

[Cuse99]

In the beginning stages of planning my swap, I was planning on doing a TBI setup with that vortec 350 longblock... Since you have a 305 car, it seems like you're halfway there. Putting a grand national sending unit in your fuel tank and converting to EFI will take an afternoon. Not sure how you would do your timing without the CCC computer - I skipped all that learning when I went with the LS architecture where the black box takes care of all that stuff.

Thanks for the response. I've already deleted the CCC and I'm running a straight carburetor. I don't plan to add the CCC back in as the car runs fine now, just way low on power and its old and tired.

 

[scoti]

You asked about figuring out electric fuel options. I gave both, in-tank and inline.

So I give up, good luck with whatever you choose to do, changing cams and such are much more work and customization that swapping in a production gas tank and sending unit that take all of 15 minutes and no cutting or new fuel lines.

Finding a qjet intake for a vortec head is also customization as is many other aspects of using one of those motors, or, going efi as you will be pushed towards.

15mins huh?

While I agree an in-tank pump is the best alternative vs an external in-line I know my way around these cars & it took a wee bit longer than 15mins to drop the tank.

A TBI pump set-up will still need a regulator & return line in an app such as this (carb @ 6psi max) as well as power supply/relay etc.

 

[ck80]

15mins huh?

While I agree an in-tank pump is the best alternative vs an external in-line I know my way around these cars & it took a wee bit longer than 15mins to drop the tank.

I've had too much practice between chopping up around 200 cars and rebuilding I don't even know how many others. Back where I was at the time you couldn't scrap the body with the tank installed. Now (at least here, new location) they're easier and only want a hole in the tank of specified size and place.

As far as assembly, worst one I ever did was dropping a full contaminated tank on the side of the road, lying in snow, Thanksgiving morning with it was in the teens Fahrenheit excluding windchill.

That one mightve taken 20 minutes, my hands were getting numb!

A TBI pump set-up will still need a regulator & return line in an app such as this (carb @ 6psi max) as well as power supply/relay etc.

Correct on all counts. But to drop and raise a tank is quick, just need a jack and guide it up to place its only 2 bolts out, 2 bolts loose, and 3 pinch clamps plus a wire to unplug. Then repeat the other direction.

 

[08Malibu]

now you're talking customizations and I really want to avoid that or keep customizations really simple. So here is a motor that I could consider. It comes with a cam but I'd have to change it to account for a mechanical fuel pump. If there is an simple electrical pump I could install that will work for me. I don't want to get into in tank fuel pumps and return lines and such. No my goal for this car.

ALL NEW ! Vortec 96-02 350 L31 Crate Engine - ETA late Janurary

Check out the deal on ALL NEW ! Vortec 96-02 350 L31 Crate Engine - ETA late Janurary at GM Performance Motor

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This is basically what I’m putting in my car. I have an older truck engine under my work bench. If I happen to get it installed before you make your decision you’re more than welcome to go for a ride.