About the 340
The 340 is the BEST small block ever. Floating pins, long rods (as compared to brand X), valves located on bore center line, cam located higher in the block, best rod ratio of ALL small blocks. And..very good flowing heads (stock) as compared to the others. Best kept secret in the industry. Got zero print in the 'Chevy" mags. But a good one would run with just about ANY thing built in the day, big or small block. About 2800.00 for a Duster 340 or Dart Swinger 340 and you were in business... Terry.