Hi all,

I have just been given a 1970 Chevy 350 truck engine (122,000 original miles) by my Dad and am looking to put that engine into a car with the ability to readily mount. The idea is to optimize the power-to-weight ratio. Are there any recommendaitons? Dad spoke of a Vega, Monza, and S-10. The first two are difficult to find. Is there something that can handle that engine (a Cavalier for instance)?

Thanks,
Travis

 

a vega is what most use in drag racing with a small block.. atleast around here..theres a bunch here..i also know of a few s10s with 350s that are sleepers..you would never know til u get up close lol..as for a cavalier they are front wheel drive you need something rear wheel drive

 

The S-10 would be the easy way to go, but they are on the heavy side.

 

Thanks guys. I've decided to go with the car that I really want, a 1980's body style Camaro. Genuine muscle. Unless there are suggestions for a smaller rear-wheel drive car. I'm also starting to research the 350 and the Camaro models. I just don't know where to start. Can some one lead me in the right direction(s)?

 

i'd get a camaro that already had a 350 in it.. that way all u need is a trans and a driveshaft..and POSSIBLY relocate motor mounts which is nothing a welder cant do lol

 

The S-10 would be the easy way to go. s10, vega, monza there is a kit. Novas, camaros also weigh in the 3000-3200 pound range. Front wheel drive is a big forget it.

 

I have the chance to buy a 1970 factory c20 with a eight and half foot bed all original 350 auto wooden bed for 4500 bucks is it worth it only 1401 made in 1970 and how would i find out how many are on the road today? thanks for any and all help I would like to convert it to disc brakes and a few other upgrades if it is worth saving
Thanks