I'm thinking of buying a new crate motor from GM Performance Parts rather than build the old 383 SBC that came with the unfinished FJ40 project I purchased. There is a lot of talk of how These GM factory crate motors are a great value and I have to agree. The nationwide warranty is nice as well. For about $1500, I can get the long block 250 HP p/n 10067353 or for $500 more, I can get the 290 HP p/n 12499529. I'll be running stock axles and transfer case with a TH350 automatic and this will be a 75% street / 25% trail ride. Any recommendations on which motor to go with, or a different crate motor altogether?
250HP: http://paceperformance.com/i-648448...-v8-universal-crate-engine-free-shipping.html
290HP: http://paceperformance.com/i-6255330-12499529-gm-performance-sbc-350cid-290hp-crate-engine.html
250HP: http://paceperformance.com/i-648448...-v8-universal-crate-engine-free-shipping.html
290HP: http://paceperformance.com/i-6255330-12499529-gm-performance-sbc-350cid-290hp-crate-engine.html