318 Build For Now
So I need a 318 pan center sump.
yes, and make sure you get the pickup tube with it. it doesn't have to be 318 specific, 273/318/340 are the same. as long as its a car pan ( center sump) and not a 360 pan, you will be ok. i noticed you ordered a new intake, what carb are you gonna run ?
to be honest, if you could get your money back outta the intake, and go with a performer, action plus, or old school holley street dominator ( a old holley sd is probably the best choice for your setup) you would be a lot better off. that excelerator intake is going to kill what little bit of power you have. besides used like intakes can be had cheaper, there is a old holley in the for sale section now for $90+ s/h. you can buy a used intake for about a $100 like the ones listed above and almost have enuff left over for a summit k6901 cam & lifter kit..
just my .02 cents, its about the same amount of money, and you will run a hell of a lot better, and have a nice sounding cam to go with it. besides if your just goin with a 318 for now, and you building something bigger down the road, don't get crazy throwing money at the 318, if you have a decent motor already, you would be surpised what a used alum. intake, a holley 600 4bbl, summit 6901 cam, and cheap headers will do for you. it won't be superfast, but it will act like a different animal, and its the perfect budget highschool cruiser setup. judging by your screen name i'm guessing your probably still in highschool.