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mplex2000 · 05-02-2013, 01:36 PM

200-4R as mentioned is a good one, if I ever go OD that's what I'd like to use with the easier swap and lower first gear.

500 IS a lot from a 350 though, I agree, even though a 2 bolt main is fine. I'd rather build a moderate SBC 400 though. More power with less effort, can be a torquey beast without running anything crazy or extreme. I am not up to speed on building stout GM trannys but I would think that any reasonable amount of power would be fine with a decent trans with just a few upgrades like better clutches, etc.

05-02-2013, 01:36 PM	#8
mplex2000 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: DFW Posts: 463	Re: 700r4 vs. ? 200-4R as mentioned is a good one, if I ever go OD that's what I'd like to use with the easier swap and lower first gear. 500 IS a lot from a 350 though, I agree, even though a 2 bolt main is fine. I'd rather build a moderate SBC 400 though. More power with less effort, can be a torquey beast without running anything crazy or extreme. I am not up to speed on building stout GM trannys but I would think that any reasonable amount of power would be fine with a decent trans with just a few upgrades like better clutches, etc.