To the greater Pantera community, thank you for allowing me to lurk on your forums and helping me in the decision to purchase #4081. She arrived last night, so the real work begins.
The first decision is an engine build. The previous engine was damaged due to a fire and the block is unusable. I have read almost all of the post regarding engine builds (and Georges posts multiple times) Can I get some thoughts on the build below.
Goal is 400-450 HP, 380+ TQ. Power band from 2000-6000. Will use the car primarily for street driving and 1-2 track events per year. I'm looking to keep the cost below $9000 with machine work included in that price. I would prefer to not stroke the motor.
351C block, stock rods, stock crank
Hydraulic roller cam/rockers (exact selection to be determined based on parts below)
Flat top piston (Hypereutectic, brand to be determined)
Powerheads Street Boss (seem like the best bang for your buck for aluminum heads)
Edelbrock Performer LB #2665 (remaining from previous engine, any thoughts on if this is worth keeping?)
Holley carb (700 CFM)
Exhaust headers (yet to figure out what kind I have, but they appear to be a good set of aftermarket headers, see other post)
10qt Oil pan
Thoughts on this build? What would you build if given a clean slate?
Thanks. Jim
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