Cant say I ever told any one I had a "small block" Because the next question would be "what size"? So when some one asks I just tell them. "It's a 340" And thats all that need be said.
Yep, about the easiest way around it is to just give 'em an engine size. Unless you have a '60 Chrysler and it has a 383. Then you might get the next question..is it the original RB or did you put a B in it? :-D