400 build

[Cuda_451]

Thanks! Any guesses on what numbers I'm looking at with this motor?

[Bullitt-]

best i can figure using 9.5 compression & camshaft operating range max of 5700 RPM is 394HP.. I imagine this is optimistic
http://www.bgsoflex.com/roughhp.html

[Cuda_451]

Thanks! What 0-60 times could you guess or 1/8th mile times. Sorry for so many stupid questions

[Bullitt-]

Thanks! What 0-60 times could you guess or 1/8th mile times. Sorry for so many stupid questions

 used 3300lb car & 394HP got  1/8 @ 7.41  Traction is everything 
http://www.etcracingprograms.com/etcalc.htm

[Cuda_451]

I have 8 3/4 narrowed rear with 3.55 gears and traction bars so I think it should hook lol still debating on what tires to get.

[Cuda_451]

Any opinions on tires?

[Chryco Psycho]

Nitto 555 drag radials from Discount tire direct
 Or Mickey Ts

[Cuda_451]

It's gonna mostly be for Street use and would like some decent mileage tires lol just gonna have some launches and want a tire that will grip when I need it to

[73restomod]

Nittos are by far the best from a price/performance standpoint. Mail order prices are really cheap not you hunt around.

[Cuda_451]

What's the miles on the tires?

[Chryco Psycho]

They have a relatively deep tread & will last a while depending on burnout time !!

[Cuda_451]

Which nittos are preferred? Not too many burnouts, just red light launches lol

[Cuda_451]

What else could I do to improve the performance of this motor too?

[Bullitt-]

Any motor will benefit from being optimized for performance

get your timing right to start with  http://www.cuda-challenger.com/cc/index.php?topic=4430.msg33565#msg33565

Learn your carburetor http://www.hotrod.com/how-to/engine/mopp-0304-af-carburetor-reviews-and-tuning-parts/

most will benefit from a higher stall torque converter than stock http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Tech/transmission-how-to-choose-a-torque-converter.html

[Cuda_451]

Alright anything else?