What’s a 360 worth
Buying used engine pieces is like what Forest Gump said about Life, "life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get "
For example the valve seats may be sunk, guides trashed, etc. And you won't know it till you take the heads apart
I would feel safe at $300
On the other hand, I bought a complete 360 magnum, without accessories, running for $300, and another one without accessories for $150. I had to pass on one a member piled from his truck, running, complete with accessories for $250 but it was a thousand miles away. Seen many other situations where a 360 mag was downright cheap !!
Before you make the decision to do an LA engine, check out the possibilities of a 360 mag. The only real disadvantage I can think of with a mag, is the availability of magnum specific intakes and heads.
If this is a street car, you'll be fine
There's a post somewhere where I listed all the engines specs LA versus magnum. The term Magnum as used in Mopars, reflects the very top of the line in power and quality for a specific engine..
383 Magnum
440 Magnum
360 Magnum
Thus, the 360 Magnum is superior
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On the home page here , go to the magnifying glass pic and type
"360 magnum " there's tons of good info here
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