Even if I had a 340 block I would leave it be and stoke a 360 being they are everywere and there aren't as many 340's. I have 340 in my drag car but decided to leave it stock stroke and when I build a stroker I will use a 360.
Chuck, These forums are great, we get to see views from so many angles.
I truly respect your view on not stroking a 340, but for me, I wouldnt drag race a 340 for the same reason you wouldnt stroke one... they are getting rare. Since sgbarracuda just wants normal street duty with lots of oomph, the torque from a mild 416 would fit the bill. Am doing a 340 sunroof 73 Dart Sport resto right now, taking great pains to get it looking original. But Iam afraid with the weight of the car, 3.21 gears, and the rest of the original theme it will be disappointing in performance. Will go to a very mild 416 build of the original engine . But then again, sgbarracuda didnt say this was an original 340 car and that he wants to keep it stock. If not... hell no, find a 360 and do the 408lol ,save a 340 for someones resto , please!
