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    340 - This thing should run better

    Thanks everyone for your advice. I really appreciate it. Is this "timing tape" available at any auto parts store? Also, thinking about changing to an electronic distributor, maybe the Summit brand that has everything under the cap. I'm pretty sure the vac advance is not working on my points...
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    340 - This thing should run better

    Thanks. I'll check the timing. The 3,000 converter and headers will have to wait for a bit. I am afraid the biggest problem might be the compression. They have 4 eyebrows (I assume eyebrows are valve reliefs?) The kit (through Mabbco) advertised the pistons as 10.2:1 for 68-71 340s. Since mine...
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    340 - This thing should run better

    Just installed a budget rebuilt 72 340 in my 67 dart. First time ever rebuilding an engine. It sounds great and runs pretty smooth, but it does not have the grunt I was expecting. Please help me tweak it. Here are the details of the rebuild - .030 over 72 block with stock "J" heads 1.88/1.60...
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    67 Dart - Engine options?

    Looking for some opinions on options for a new motor to put in my Dart. It's a 67' GT that came with a 273, but now has a tired 318. It has an automatic (couldn't tell you which one. How do I tell?) console, 8 3/4 rearend - with a decent gear, probably a 320-340 ish ratio. It's fun to drive as...
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