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[usamuscle892]

OK, one day Im gonna get that ZZ4350. I wanted some advice on some key parts. I need to know if I will need to upgrade my fuel pump to deliver the engine. I just got a new one for my 305 that has OEM specs pretty much, so will I need one that pumps more? Also, I'm thinking it would be best to throw some sweet headers on there too right?Duh

Also, has anybody installed/ read any information on Hurst's Dual/Gate auto shifter. I am curious as to whether it would work good on the old TH-700. Hell, seems like a deal at 300$, but I haven't seen a ton of info on it.

GO DAWGS!

[zz4camaro1980]

I am running a ZZ4 in my 1980 Camaro and I abosolutely love my set up. Ive got the ZZ4 with the Hot Cam Kit (218/228, .525/.525 w/1.6 rockers). Ive personally tried a variety of carbs and the best one ive found (for power, not tuning) is the Holley 750DP w/ mechanical secondaries. I am also running an all MSD ignition, 6AL box with Blaster coil. But the best upgrade i made was to the Edelbrock RPM Air-gap intake. Hope this helps.

[usamuscle892]

Im glad to hear positive feed back on an engine that has really caught my attention. From the specs it seems that you can acheive big-block numbers from this 5.7. I know it will take alot of goodies to complete the package, but the whole idea is down the road for me until the bills are stacked. What kinda tranny/gears are you running?

[zz4camaro1980]

Originally I ran 4.10 w/ a TH-400, for a straight 1/4 mile car i couldnt ask for anything better. With the 4.10s it would leave about 30ft hitting second and chirp 3rd. I am currently running 3.42s w/ TH-400 (I take the car on 8hr trips and I needed a better highway gear). The lower gear made a noticable difference in throttle responce, but it still moves out just fine. A ~130mph top speed isnt to bad either.