My First Car!

sireland67 said

Not trying to be negative, or change your plans.
But a 2 barrel swap usually involves a Carder BBD carb, they will not work in a blow thru turbo application.
You will most likely end up with a modified Holley carb $600 and a different intake $400 so add another 1k that to the original 1K.
Also you will have to add a boost referenced fuel system, low end units will run you about $500.
At a young age I do not want to see you spend your money on something that will become a mechanical pain.
You need to spend the money and make the car safe and reliable where you can drive it.

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Well, I don't need to worry about a carb quite yet. We will try to make something work later on. Do you know what size rear came in these cars from the factory? 7& 1/4?
7& 3/4? How can I tell what rear I have, and how long do you think this rear will hold up to turbo power? I plan on putting factory size tires on. So, pretty skinny tires. I don't think I will have to worry about getting traction and popping the rear. I want to buy an 8& 1/4 alittle later on. But As long as the tires break loose every time, I don't think I will have to worry for alittle while. And what about the trans? I know these three speeds aren't too strong. But if I take it easy, should I really worry about blowing it? Or will it hold up for alittle while?