318... to stroke or not to stroke???

txstang84 said

...you can use a flat tappet cam in either an LA or magnum block. People are piping up to help you. You originally wanted to build a 318...you then said you can get a good deal on a stroker crank...now you're looking at the potential of running a 360 block. It's like a "choose your own adventure" book...every change you make will have different outcomes and requirements...318 stroker crank won't fit a 360 block due to main bearing diameter differences.

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You're right! It seems as though I have opened a can of worms. I still plan to do the 318, and I have not yet purchased the crank, only the pistons. The pistons will work with either motor. Gonna check the block with the machinist before purchasing the crank. That way if I have to go 360, I haven't wasted that money and I was just wondering if the other parts I have will work if I go that route. Thanks everyone for the info it's all been really helpful!