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Old 12-24-2004, 06:12 AM
Jim Downard Jim Downard is offline
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Default 289 build up

Looking for input on a 289 build up for my soon to be delivered MDA GT40. I've got a '66 289 and the crank measures out to standard. I'm going to keep the block and crank, all else goes. I'm looking at Eagle rods, forged pistons around 10:1, AFR 185 heads, solid roller cam (although I'm not decided on lift/dur yet), MSD ignition, and either webbers, or stack fuel injection. I want the torque curve to have it's peak a little high and have the ability to rev to 7500+ rpm, also, I'd like to have it be driveable at lower revs.

Any thoughts guys.

Jim Downard
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