Hey guys,
I don't post here often but lurk often. I own a 1966 Shelby GT350, a 1966 Sunbeam Tiger, and a 1965 K code GT convertible.
Currently I'm in the process of yanking the motor in my K car so that I can redetail the engine compartment, and put in a warmed up 289 four barrel that I built for my Tiger. I'm breaking in the Tiger motor in my K car because it is tighter than a cheerleader on prom night from the rebuild, and Tigers are very prone to overheating problems, which I don't want to deal with during break in. I plan to put around 500 miles on it before I put the HiPo back in.
My HiPo motor is all original and numbers matching. I happen to have an extra set of valve covers, intake, oil pan, and carburetor for my Shelby(all original buddy bar castings, carb is a repro I bought years ago). I'm tempted to put these on my HiPo motor while it's out of the car (keeping all the original parts in a box, of course).
What do you guys think? Do you think this enhances the value of my car? I have the parts, so it's FREE for me to pick up the extra ponies. I also think the 715CFM list 3259 Holley stores better, and is easier to deal with than the stock Autolite (in my experience)
Any input is appreciated.
Thank you.