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Old 06-08-2015, 02:10 PM
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I recently purchased and put in a big block 454 cubic inch engine in my 1978 vette. It was previously in a Nova and used as a drag strip car. It has very little power until it reaches 50 mph then goes great. I did not change the turbo 350 transmission or converter that was in my car. The Nova had a turbo 400 transmission but did not fit in the veette. I put in a rebuilt Rochester Quadrajet, changed the wires cap and rotor and re-timed. Any suggestions?
 
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Old 06-12-2015, 01:42 PM
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Sounds like the cam used may be for a mid to high end power band.
Recheck your timing, it may a little be off.
 
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