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Re: 71 350 Rebuild advice needed - Head and Cam Suggestions
A original April 1971 400 sbc (4 bbl had 255 hp rating)
I am not finding any 1971 SBC engine made 245hp stock with a 2bbl
This is what I could find, (Horsepower net: 165 hp (SAE net)/ 4000)
The final straw was the passage of a 1971 California law requiring that any reference to engine horsepower in advertisements, brochures, owner’s manuals, or sales manuals for 1972 or later gasoline-powered cars and light trucks state only the as-installed SAE net rating. Faced with that reality, manufacturers decided it was time to abandon the gross rating system entirely, at least in the United States. For 1971, many U.S. manufacturers listed both SAE gross and net ratings..
The heads are low compression and low flow. I would be temped to reseal the motor and run it (as is). I wouldn't put any money into the motor except to seal it up ad paint it.
Save your money for some of the better options others pointed out.
Cheers
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