1977 Chevy Impala 1000 horse power

Tiny
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  • 1977 CHEVROLET IMPALA
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 205,000 MILES
I'm currently in the process of restoring my impala. I was gonna keep the stock 305 v8 but that isnt exactly working out. So I was just wondering what size/type of engine to put into it. I want to absolutely maximize my horse power tourqe and all around performance. What would you recommend I put into it? Room really isnt a problem the car is huge! Any answer is welcome if u can put in a list of parts. That would be wonderful. I want the most powerful engine I can put in there!
Saturday, April 25th, 2009 AT 9:56 PM

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Tiny
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We only recommend direct replacememt parts.
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Monday, May 4th, 2009 AT 10:59 AM
Tiny
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Oh ok thanks anyway. Well maybe ill just fix this one. One more question. Now my impala is blowing white smoke. Im really hoping it isnt the head gasket. I had a really bad antifreeze leak. My thermostat housing was cracked in half. I fixed that but then a grommit and a hose failed and was spraying collant all over my engine. Could that be it?
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Wednesday, May 6th, 2009 AT 6:37 PM
Tiny
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White smoke usually indicates that there is coolant getting into the combustion chamber. If I had to guess, I would say head gasket or intake.
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Wednesday, May 6th, 2009 AT 6:54 PM

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