How to choose a SBC engine

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* 302 CI: The Z/28 engine used for a short while. Great for high RPM hp and T/A racing... if you can find one (original 302 cranks are very expensive).  
 
* 302 CI: The Z/28 engine used for a short while. Great for high RPM hp and T/A racing... if you can find one (original 302 cranks are very expensive).  
 
* 305 CI: Decent engine, many consider it too small for hi-performance, but decent enough for street performance in a lightweight car.
 
* 305 CI: Decent engine, many consider it too small for hi-performance, but decent enough for street performance in a lightweight car.
* 327 CI: Good engine for higher RPM hp, can be built for high RPM racing and such.. strong runners
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* 327 CI: Considered a good engine for higher RPM hp, can be built for street performance if, like me, you get tired of hearing 350, 350, 350, 350, . . .
 
* 350 CI: America's most popular SBC.. not much need be said, they fit most budgets and expectations, great all around engine
 
* 350 CI: America's most popular SBC.. not much need be said, they fit most budgets and expectations, great all around engine
 
* 383 CI: 350 block with a 3.75 crank.. Considered when low end hp or torque are necessary.. initially required external balancing but internal balance cranks are common today.
 
* 383 CI: 350 block with a 3.75 crank.. Considered when low end hp or torque are necessary.. initially required external balancing but internal balance cranks are common today.

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